Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson says the 2026 General Election presents an opportunity for New Zealanders to choose a future built on environmental protection, social justice and stronger partnerships with Māori, as the party launches its election manifesto ahead of the campaign.
Speaking at a packed Green Party Annual General Meeting in Auckland, Davidson joined co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick in unveiling the party’s policy platform, setting out a vision centred on tackling climate change, reducing inequality, protecting biodiversity and strengthening the place of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in public policy.
Davidson has long been one of Parliament’s strongest advocates for Māori representation and Indigenous rights, consistently arguing that decisions affecting Māori should be made in partnership with Māori communities. Throughout her parliamentary career, she has championed policies aimed at improving housing, health, education and economic outcomes while addressing systemic inequities experienced by many whānau.
Environmental protection remains a cornerstone of Davidson’s political agenda. She has repeatedly called for stronger action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, restore native ecosystems, safeguard freshwater and ensure development occurs in a way that protects future generations. The Greens also continue to advocate for greater investment in renewable energy, sustainable transport and climate resilience as extreme weather events become more frequent across Aotearoa.
The party’s manifesto places significant emphasis on reducing poverty and improving living standards, proposing policies designed to strengthen public services, improve housing affordability and provide greater support for low-income households. The Greens argue that addressing inequality is inseparable from achieving environmental sustainability, maintaining that social and environmental wellbeing must be pursued together.
For Māori, Davidson has consistently argued that meaningful progress requires honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi through shared decision-making and greater recognition of Māori rights and aspirations. Her advocacy has included support for Māori-led environmental management, protection of whenua and wai, and ensuring Māori perspectives are reflected across government policy.
As the election campaign gathers momentum, Davidson and Swarbrick are positioning the Greens as a party focused on long-term solutions rather than short-term political cycles. Their campaign seeks to appeal to voters concerned about climate change, the cost of living, housing, public services and the future relationship between the Crown and Māori.
The Greens enter the 2026 campaign facing a competitive political landscape, with climate policy, economic management, infrastructure and Māori-Crown relations expected to be among the defining issues for voters. The party says its platform offers an alternative centred on fairness, sustainability and intergenerational responsibility.
With campaigning now underway, Marama Davidson’s message remains consistent: protecting the environment, upholding Te Tiriti, reducing inequality and empowering communities are essential to shaping the future of Aotearoa.
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