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National, Labour MPs Tap Super Scheme for Housing Allowance

6/5/2026

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National MP Melissa Lee and Labour MP Jenny Salesa each bought Wellington apartments through a superannuation scheme and now claim the accommodation allowance.
The scheme matches MP contributions of $14,496 with $36,240 of money, allowing them to receive up to $72,640 annually from super and housing subsidies.
Parliamentary Services rents offices, paying $27,540 to Labour and $15,740 to National, while critics say the government cuts workers’ rights and grants tax breaks.

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National MP Melissa Lee and Labour MP Jenny Salesa each bought Wellington apartments through a superannuation scheme and now claim the accommodation allowance.
The scheme matches MP contributions of $14,496 with $36,240 of money, allowing them to receive up to $72,640 annually from super and housing subsidies.
Parliamentary Services rents offices, paying $27,540 to Labour and $15,740 to National, while critics say the government cuts workers’ rights and grants tax breaks.