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Government performance rating hits new low in survey
Labour has overtaken National on perceptions of its ability to manage the economy, putting the party on top for 15 of the top 20 issues for New Zealanders.
Fast Track law: Final approvals still in hands of expert panels, government says
Submissions on the Fast Track Approvals Amendment Bill close at 2pm.
Government to raise Fair Trading Act fines to $5m
Gains from breaching the Act under the current system can sometimes outweigh the penalties.
An Inspector-General might not have stopped McSkimming cover-up
"What's the difference between that and any other avenue they already have for communicating anonymously?" an advocate asks. Audio
Bill to expand Road User Charges introduced
A bill to make road tolling easier and shift Road User Charges towards a digital tracking system has been introduced to Parliament.
Controversial Regulatory Standards Bill passes third reading
The bill got the backing of the coalition parties
Seymour blames teacher strikes for drop in attendance
The Associate Education Minister says there was a drop-off in school attendance in the final week of Term 3.
Law ensuring approval of new medicines allowed in other countries passes
It passed with support from all parties other than the independent MPs Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi.
Labour gains points after capital gains tax: poll
But coalition parties would still have a majority, according to a new Curia-Taxpayers Union poll,
Expelled MPs cast first votes as independents
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris have delivered their first votes as independent MPs from afar, using the Green Party as proxies.
Greyhound racing ban legislation passes first reading
In his speech at Parliament the Racing Minister said greyhound injury rates were too high and the industry had lost its social licence.
Expelled MPs cast first votes as independents
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris have delivered their first votes as independent MPs from afar, using the Green Party as proxies.
Labour 'absolutely' comfortable if Te Pāti Māori does not return to Parliament
Willie Jackson says his party will not consider ousted MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris as candidates.
Te Pāti Māori faces big decision after expelling two MPs
The call to throw out Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris leaves the party and its leaders with a new problem.
Key detail about Labour's capital gains tax won't be revealed until after election
The public will not find out until after the election how the party plans to handle the thousands of property valuations needed.
SPCA not consulted about pig welfare changes
The NZ Pork industry group were consulted by the government.
PM says halal deal 'really important'
The government first announced its commitment to boost halal meat trade with Malaysia in July.
Labour will oust any policy leaker, Hipkins says
The party won't be hunting for who leaked its new capital gains tax policy, but if someone is found they'll be removed as a member, Chris Hipkins says.
Minister hoses down calls for regional flight subsidies
James Meager says Air New Zealand had not formally approached the government about any financial subsidies.
Peters argues courts undermine democracy in Oxford debate
His attendance at the debates follows those of ACT leader David Seymour and Labour MP Willie Jackson.
Minister's shortlived celebration about one statistic
Karen Chhour has acknowledged her initial comments didn't paint a full picture. Audio
Bill doubling maximum tribunal claim value passes
Previously, complainants taking a civil case were limited to claims of $30,000.
State care residences report first recorded reductions in harm
The government credits its new policy of using transparent bags to stop harmful items from being brought in.
Willis rejected Treasury advice to remove governor from Reserve Bank board
A report from Treasury shows it provided advice to the Finance Minister in July proposing options for changes to governance settings at the bank.
Hipkins caught off guard by Labour's health announcement
Labour's leader has admitted he "forgot" his health spokesperson was set to release policy today.
