We are here debating the Taxation (Cost of Living Payments) Bill. I take this opportunity to take the Māori Party's call this afternoon. This particular bill is so that we can give effect to the announcement that we will be introducing a payment of $350 to help middle-income people cope with the current inflationary pressures. I have heard from my constituents about the impact that the cost of living is having on them and their whānau and so I know that this announcement today is going to make a real difference for those whānau. That is on top of the package that we already introduced, and have been implementing, on 1 April, which boosted support for families through Working for Families, the family tax credit, Best Start, and expanding childcare assistance. It also boosted the student allowance and the student loan living costs. We've also lifted the minimum wage, reduced the cost of fuel, and increased superannuation, and we have kick-started once again the winter energy payment.