I trust the compassion and the thoughtfulness of New Zealanders to do the right thing. We are a nation of historical, spiritual, and cultural connection; of stories that cross thousands of miles and span centuries of history. We are a kind, compassionate nation that wants a better future not just for ourselves but for all people. We're a nation that understands that even though we may each tell a different story about who we are or where we came from, we all want the same thing: a better future for our children and for our grandchildren. We often talk about this better future as something that we need to work towards over long periods of time, but, today, if we just follow the rules, our better future can be a matter of weeks or months away. 