Big developments, big promises — but what do they mean for the people living next door?

Matthew from Stop Data Centres New Zealand joins Shubz to raise concerns about large-scale developments, electricity demand, environmental impacts and whether communities are getting a meaningful say. We discuss why New Zealand appeals to data centre operators and question what locals stand to gain.

Before that, ACT’s Mount Albert candidate Alex Price shares his journey from engineering to leading Fertility Associates — and why seeing his children leave for Australia helped push him into politics. We talk healthcare, business growth, the cost of living and giving young Kiwis a reason to stay.

Bernadette Soares returns to discuss her place at number 22 on NZ First’s list, campaigning in Upper Harbour and the party’s position on infrastructure before housing approvals. She also explains why she wants a bigger NZ First presence to keep National in check.

Plus, political commentary, viewer questions and the usual banter.

CHAPTERS

0:00 Political commentary

10:12 Alex Price — healthcare, business and standing for ACT

40:51 Data centre concerns — Matthew from Stop Data Centres New Zealand

1:08:36 Bernadette Soares — NZ First, Upper Harbour and infrastructure

Shubz Says So | Episode 123

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