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Mt Albert housing plan a tight squeeze?
The government's plan to build up to 4000 houses on roughly 30 hectares of former Unitec campus land in the central Auckland suburb of Mt Albert is raising some eyebrows. The Opposition says that… Audio
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Question Time for 21 March 2018
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VIRGINIA ANDERSEN to the Minister of Finance: What recent advice has he received on the impact of the Government’s Families Package?
Hon SIMON BRIDGES to the Prime Minister: Does she have…
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Labour calls in lawyer for independent review
A review of how the Labour Party handled complaints of sexual assault at its summer camp kicks off today.
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'No complaints' at other political parties' youth camps
As the Labour Party faces criticism over the handling of sexual assaults at its annual summer school camp, other parties are asserting good processes around their own residential events.
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Govt's anti-TPP stance was fake, opponents say
New Zealand has failed to completely stop foreign corporations from being able to sue the government through the new Trans Pacific Partnership.
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Last chance for Euthanasia Bill submissions
Submissions close on David Seymour's End of Life Choice Bill tonight at midnight. It would allow people over 18, who suffer from a terminal illness or untreatable medical condition, to choose an… Audio
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The Panel with Kate Wright and Peter Elliott (Part 1)
Audio 6 Mar 2018A drone forces 20 aircraft to delay landing at Auckland Airport. No caption Photo: Flickr Tags: transport Auckland Region drones Embed Share this A drone forces 20 aircraft to delay landing at… Audio
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David Seymour grilled over 'sexist' meat shirt
Some social media users seem to have a beef with Act Leader David Seymour after he posted a picture of himself at a barbecue hosted by the University of Auckland's Meat Club. Audio
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Govt-funded project: 'I don't think it's a train wreck, it's a road kill'
A "comprehensive report" is needed on funding for a project linked to a businessman who's being investigated by the Serious Fraud Office, says Shane Jones. Audio
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David Seymour roasted over Meat Club t-shirt
The Act Leader David Seymour has received a roasting on social media after he posted a picture of himself at a barbecue hosted by University of Auckland's Meat Club. While a handful of hardline… Audio
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ACT leader questions level of regional funding for Northland
The ACT Party leader has accused the Regional Economic Development Minister of running a fund to benefit his region.
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Obama's NZ visit could rile Trump supporters
A senior lecturer warns that bringing former US president Barack Obama to New Zealand could be seen as an anti-Trump move, annoying the current president's supporters.
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Chris Hipkins slams Ministerial Services for overpayments
The Minister responsible for Ministerial Services says overpayments to the Prime Minister and her deputy are unacceptable and should have been picked up earlier. Audio
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Ardern, Peters overpayments unacceptable - Seymour
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Foreign Minister Winston Peters have been overpaid just over $12,000 and $9000 respectively by the Department of Internal Affairs. The payments were 'out-of-town'… Audio
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Euthanasia advocates deliver personal stories to Parliament
MPs have been delivered copies of a book which tells the stories of people whose loved ones died badly rather than being able to opt for voluntary euthanasia.
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Zero-fees tertiary policy labelled a rort
The fees-free tertiary policy has been dubbed 'Rorts R Us' by the ACT Party, after the penalty for false claims was significantly scaled back.
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Question Time for 15 February 2018
Dr LIZ CRAIG to the Minister of Finance: Does he agree with the statement in the Salvation Army’s State of the Nation Report that “it is clear that the benefits of this recent strong economic growth…
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'Very few serve for so long at such a high level' - Ardern
Politicians across the spectrum have paid their respects to Bill English after he announced his plans to resign as leader of the opposition today.
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English's exit an end and a beginning
As Bill English stands aside, this is the time for National's next generation to step up, writes Tim Watkin.
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Charter school supporters protest closure plans
Supporters of charter schools are urging the government not to shut them down. Education Minister Chris Hipkins is planning a law change to stop new charter schools opening, and potentially close… Audio
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Housing crisis worse than thought - govt report
The experts commissioned by the government to investigate the housing crisis say it is even worse than they thought. This morning at Parliament, Housing Minister Phil Twyford will release the housing… Audio
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Crowds march to keep charter schools
Students, parents and teachers of charter schools marched through central Auckland yesterday to protest against government plans to shut them down. Education Minister Chris Hipkins is planning a law… Audio
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Charter school protest: 'This ain't anywhere near the end of this'
More than 100 people have braved Auckland's bad weather to protest against the possible closure of charter schools.
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Submitting to Parliament
MPs can seem like distant decisions makers but they are keen to hear the public’s views on proposed laws so here are some of the bills open for submissions. Audio
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Submitting to Parliament
MPs can seem like distant decisions makers but they are keen to hear the public’s views on proposed laws so here are some of the bills open for submissions.
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