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PM backs 'pragmatic' call to spend Kāinga Ora money on local bridge
Chris Bishop is rejecting criticism over a decision to reallocate funds to a walking and cycling bridge in his electorate.
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200kg of signatures: Petition to fix 'broken' health system presented to Parliament
8 minutes agoOrganisers says it is New Zealand's longest petition ever - and has been unfurled across Parliament's lawn, down the steps and past the Cenotaph.
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'Minor infractions': Minister showers police commissioner with praise
12:43 pm todayIt comes after RNZ revealed Richard Chambers took a "very brief dip" at Oriental Bay with FBI director Kash Patel during an active tsunami warning.
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How a 'loophole' resulted in 11-day submission period on fast-track amendments law
2:30 pm todayLabour leader Chris Hipkins said the decision "infringed on the rights" of the public to take part in the process.
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NZ awarded dubious 'Fossil of the Day' at climate talks
The government's decision to weaken methane emissions targets have garnered it the award for a fourth time, after avoiding it last year.
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NZ could become 'dumping ground' for high emission vehicles
9:04 am todayThe transport minister is dismissing warnings from EV advocates as the government slashes the Clean Car Standard. Audio
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Slip-prone West Coast highway might be moved inland
11:54 am todayThe government has pledged $7 million to investigate the viability of moving a slip-prone section of a West Coast highway further inland.
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Morning Report : Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins on capital gains tax
12:56 pm todayThe Labour leader says he is comfortable with where the Capital Gains Tax policy has landed, after a survey showed voters were split on the idea. Audio
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'You're my rock': Hipkins announces engagement
17 Nov 2025He first confirmed the relationship during his concession speech on the evening of the 2023 election.
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'On notice': The seven fast-track projects the Greens would revoke
17 Nov 2025"We will revoke them, even if consents are issued," said the Greens' resources spokesperson Steve Abel.
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Watch: Luxon on changes to clean vehicle standards threshold
17 Nov 2025The prime minister is speaking at this week's post-cab media conference about more changes to the Clean Car Standard.
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Fraud Awareness Week: Govt creates new scam protections
17 Nov 2025Too many people were being ripped off by scams that spread through fake websites, texts and social media, says the government.
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Labour selects doctor to take on Shane Reti
A high-profile emergency doctor has been selected to stand for the Labour Party against former Health Minister Dr Shane Reti.
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What gun reform proposals will change - and what they won't
17 Nov 2025Explainer - How will firearms proposals change access to guns in New Zealand? Here's what you need to know. Audio
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Government performance rating hits new low in survey
17 Nov 2025Labour 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.
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Mariameno Kapa-Kingi likely to take court action over Te Pāti Māori expulsion
17 Nov 2025She has called a hui for this weekend, where she wants an explanation from the party's executive. Audio
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Fast Track law: Final approvals still in hands of expert panels, government says
17 Nov 2025Submissions on the Fast Track Approvals Amendment Bill close at 2pm.
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Opportunity party unveils new leader and 'tax reset'
17 Nov 2025The political party founded by Gareth Morgan almost 10 years ago has unveiled a new look.
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Government to raise Fair Trading Act fines to $5m
16 Nov 2025Gains from breaching the Act under the current system can sometimes outweigh the penalties.
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Government completes four bills in week of political sideshows
14 Nov 2025Four government bills completed their legislative journeys this week - two enjoyed relative consensus across the House. The other two, not so much.
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Opportunity party's new leader unveils 'tax reset' policy idea
16 Nov 2025Once known as The Opportunity Party or TOP, the party has undergone a rebranding.
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An Inspector-General might not have stopped McSkimming cover-up
14 Nov 2025"What's the difference between that and any other avenue they already have for communicating anonymously?" an advocate asks. Audio
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Benefit change 'throwing young people' to foodbanks
14 Nov 2025The coalition will end Jobseeker payments to 18 and 19-year-olds whose parents earn more than $65,000 from next November.
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Beyond 1.5: Why the global climate target still matters
14 Nov 2025The world is about to blow past 1.5°C of warming, a limit we collectively hoped to avoid. What does that mean - and what comes next?
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NZ committed to climate target despite Australian opposition dumping net-zero
14 Nov 2025A spokesperson for the Prime Minister said New Zealand's government would not follow Australia's coalition.
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John Key says public's trust in police threatened by McSkimming case
Sir John's comments come after a report that found senior police leaders mishandled accusations of sexual offending by former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming.
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Morning Report: Ferris denies plotting Te Pāti Māori coup
14 Nov 2025Ferris, along with Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, were kicked out the party earlier this week. Audio
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Australian company to supply police's new roadside drug-testing kits
14 Nov 2025Police have confirmed a deal with an Australian company to provide detection devices for roadside drug testing.
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