Petition request

That the House of Representatives urge the Government to grant a six month extension for Working Holiday Visa (WHV) holders who are already located in New Zealand.

Petition reason

I think that the prospect of an anticipated labour shortage in some industries (e.g. horticulture, viticulture and animal husbandry) could be reduced by WHV holders; and, WHV holders in the country provide more purchasing power (to support NZ businesses in terms of consumption).

Petition progress

  • Open for signatures
  • Closed for signatures
  • Select Committee
  • Reported
  • Referred to Minister
Number of signatures: 13342
Date presented: 31 Jul 2020
Considered by: Petitions
SC Report(s): 07 May 2021 (Interim)
09 Aug 2021 (Final)
Presenting member: Chlöe Swarbrick
Closing date: 28 Jul 2020