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Episode Synopsis
Thousands of jobs have gone, millions of dollars have been spent on redundancy payouts – and it’s not over yet as the public sector continues to tighten its belt. Budget 2024 set targets for $1.5 billion worth of cost-savings, with estimates for $1b in further savings over numerous financial years. But as the axe falls, there are questions over whether the cuts will hit the front-line – something the Government’s promised will stay intact. Today on The Front Page, Newstalk ZB reporter Azaria Howell joins us for an update on whether changes have stayed in the back room – and how many more jobs are at risk. Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. You can about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network. Host: Chelsea DanielsSound Engineer: Paddy FoxProducer: Ethan SillsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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