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Labour backs new Police Commissioner - but warns against routine arming
The alternative to policing by consent would be a police state, which New Zealanders don't want, the party says.
Police Minister defends government progress on crime, refuses to resign
Mark Mitchell promised to step down if there was no significant change in law and order statistics in his first 12 months. Audio
Select committee calls for repeal of Section 7AA of OT Act to be softened
A select committee led by coalition MPs has called for the proposed repeal of Section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act to be softened.
Treaty Principles Bill: The speeches and suspensions
Labour's Māori Development spokesperson was the first to be ejected from the House after calling David Seymour a "liar" - breaking Parliament's rules.
Bill of Rights Act advice on Treaty Principles law 'damning' - expert
"The government's own lawyers recognise the bill would at first blush undermine Māori people's rights," a law professor says. Audio
Use of 'extraordinary' powers in Defence decision 'unusual' - Labour
Defence Minister Judith Collins has formally told Parliament she is allowing uniformed personnel to fill in for striking civilian staff.
The Treaty Principles Bill has been released: Here's what's in it
The controversial bill - which only ACT supports - has officially been introduced at Parliament. Here's a first look.
Nicola Willis announces Social Investment Board members
Former Treasury Secretary Dr Graham Scott - who previously stood for ACT - will lead the group, with Te Ururoa Flavell and Mike Williams also among the nine members.
Nurses beg govt to honour Dunedin Hospital promise
NZNO says the cutbacks are a broken promise, that the government cares more about money than patients - and downgrading the hospital will lead to deaths.
Prime Minister won't be in country for Treaty Principles Bill reading
Act Party Leader and Minister responsible for the bill David Seymour denies the Treaty Principles Bill has been brought forward and says it is a normal part of parliamentary business.
Seymour announces 'full stop' on quake payout scheme
The On-sold Support Package was set up in 2019 to help homeowners who had bought a home repaired after the Canterbury earthquakes, where those repairs were found to be inadequate.
Chris Penk lays foundations for self-certified building scheme
As the government sets about laying the foundations for tradespeople to sign off their own work, RNZ sits down with the minister responsible to hammer out the details. Audio
Luxon emerges from CHOGM talking up climate finance
Analysis - Despite strong words, questions remain over emissions mitigation and the environmental threat posed by the Manawanui navy ship.
NZ gives $20m to help Pacific prepare for disasters
The Pacific faces "severe challenges" from natural disasters, and NZ is "committed to doing its part to help meet them", PM Christopher Luxon says.
PM shares rugby banter with Australia, Pacific leaders at CHOGM police event
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has shared some friendly rugby banter with Australian and Pacific colleagues at an event highlighting the Pacific Policing Initiative.
King Charles speaks as CHOGM officially opens
The King delivered an address to the 56 member nations at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Friday.
How the Commonwealth could pressure the US over Gaza
Climate change, the Middle East, and the importance of small nations on the world stage are being picked as major talking points for the Commonwealth meeting in Samoa.
Watch: Andrew Bayly faces Parliament over 'loser' comments
The Prime Minister has defended Bayly - saying that although his behaviour had fallen short he had "unreservedly" and "genuinely" apologised.
Anzac Day veterans: 'We've had a lot of people fall through the cracks'
RSA members are welcoming a more inclusive Anzac Day, but say more funding and broader access to support is needed.
Parliament's watchdog against bullying finds new ways round limitations of role
Commissioner for Parliamentary Standards Lyn Provost has found some workarounds making her more accessible - but some are calling for more investment into supports.
Manawanui sinking: Minister commits to transparency
Chris Penk says talk about final costs is premature and has defended the court of inquiry process, saying other investigations could occur.
Beneficiary traffic light system: Fewer people being sanctioned
Fewer people are being sanctioned under the government's beneficiary traffic light system than last month, new government data shows.
Manawanui recovery: Labour calls for clarity over options
It follows the navy saying they are committed to supporting the ship's removal, and the prime minister saying it's up to the insurers and the navy to work out.