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Willis: Not releasing texts about Orr's resignation met transparency expectations
The Finance Minister says not releasing texts that informed her of former Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr's potential resignation was appropriate.
New Zealand First AGM about projecting unity, stability, common sense
Analysis - Recurring attacks on political opponents and allies alike, and the party's continued focus on its war on woke, may make that a difficult sell for some. Audio
Watch: Peters promises compulsory 10% KiwiSaver and tax cuts
The party leader says making KiwiSaver compulsory would be his first move, if it gained power. Video
Former National Party MP joins New Zealand First
Hipango was MP for Whanganui from 2017 to 2020, and returned to Parliament on the list in May 2021.
Jones talks up power mill plan, talks down coalition partners
The Regional Development Minister called for more action on electricity prices, calling out his coalition partners for inaction.
Winston Peters predicts 'massive political victory' next year
The NZ First leader made the remarks at the party's 32nd annual general meeting.
Former Labour MP won't close door on campaigning for NZ First
Stuart Nash has spoken at the party's annual conference.
Deporting criminals set to get easier under law change
A planned law change will make it so criminals can be deported if they have been permanent residents for up to 20 years, up from the current 10 years.
Major changes to disability support services announced
Assessment processes and allocations for services are set to the standardised across the country
Amazon and the case of the missing NZ data centres
Additional details of Amazon's announcement are casting doubt on claims of a boost to jobs and GDP.
Luxon hypes Amazon data centre opening
The Prime Minister says Amazon is spending $7.5b on data centres - a move the company announced four years ago.
亚马逊新西兰数据中心今日投用,此前承诺为新西兰培训10万名云计算人才
亚马逊确认75亿纽元的总投资额仍在执行中,将支持超过1000个全职等效岗位,为新西兰经济带来108亿纽元贡献。
What's going on with the Reserve Bank?
Explainer - What on Earth is going on with the Reserve Bank and who is involved in the saga? Audio
Should taxpayers fund union delegate training?
The Labour Party is tentatively backing a policy proposal from the CTU, but the Workplace Relations Minister says it's "not an area of focus".
New bill allows Defence Force staff to fill in for people on strike
It would allow the Chief of Defence Force to sign off on having uniformed staff fill in for striking civilians.
Health NZ invited specific providers to join GP service, documents show
The health minister revealed plans for a 24/7 online GP service earlier this year.
NZ 'unequivocally condemns Iran's actions' - Peters
New Zealand is not following Australia's lead in expelling Iran's ambassador.
David Seymour's concerns over four-year term proposal
He says people are unlikely to vote for a change unless new limits are put on government powers. Audio
ACT pushes back against changes to four-year-term proposal
The select committee by majority recommends making changes to the proposal.
ACT MP seeks support for bill changing End of Life Choice Act
Todd Stephenson is looking across the aisle for help to change the bill.
Tāmaki Makaurau by-election: Early voting begins today
Early voting has started for the Tāmaki Makaurau by-election, with voters given two weeks to get to the ballot box before polls close.
Thirty suppliers vie to deliver government's school lunch programme
Cabinet previously decided non-intermediate primary schools would join the coalition's cheaper $3-a-meal approach next year.
Public health group report calls for wealth tax, cross-party focus on wellbeing
The committee, led by a former Green MP, says its report aims to review progress in New Zealand health since 2000 and looks ahead to improvements needed out to 2040.
Seahawks and Airbuses: Government reveals $2.7b planes and helicopters
Live: Judith Collins and Winston Peters have revealed the planes chosen to replace the Defence Force's ageing 757s, and a fleet of helicopters to be based on NZ's frigates.