Is NZ suddenly Sparta or have I missed something?

Of course she was declined:

1. She's white and fat.
2. She's not an Ahmed Zaoui. She actually applied through the correct channel.
3. Her family has the chance of actually gaining gainful employment and contributing to the economy.

and 4. Based on the above, she's a strong contender to not vote for the incumbents.

Ahhh, come on. It'll be good for her.