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'One of my sisters': Friends and colleagues remember Takutai Tarsh Kemp
A friend and colleague of Takutai Tarsh Kemp says she battled remarkably and no one knew of the possibility of her passing away under dialysis. Audio
Legislation on Oranga Tamariki oversight passes third reading
It passed with the support of every party in Parliament except Te Pāti Māori.
Winston Peters apologises for calling Te Pāti Māori MP a 'dickhead'
The New Zealand First leader called Tākuta Ferris a "dickhead" in the House, but is questioning whether the word is offensive.
Kiwis in Israel not taking assistance to leave
No New Zealanders took up the government's evacuation option MFAT says.
Seymour defends posts accusing opponents of 'derangement syndrome'
The Deputy Prime Minister is rubbishing claims he's breached the Cabinet Manual.
NZDF to send plane to assist New Zealanders in Iran, Israel
Though airspace in Israel and Iran remains closed, the C-130J Hercules, along with government personnel, will leave Auckland for the Middle East on Monday. Audio
'Dialogue and diplomacy' needed in Iran conflict - Luxon
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says more military action isn't the answer to deal with Middle East conflict. Audio
NZ halt to Cook Islands funding kept quiet for two weeks
The news - amid a stoush over the region's relationship with China - only emerged as Prime Minister Christopher Luxon prepares to meet Xi Jinping. Audio
Labour MPs caught swearing as Seymour faces questions
"The amount of swearing from Labour MPs, I've never seen that before," the acting Prime Minister says.
'Kids in sport stay out of court' - Sport NZ to help curb youth offending
The sport and police minister says the $2.9m Sport NZ is redirecting to new initiatives for reducing youth offending will not go into the government's "boot camps".
Has a tightening of emergency housing eligibility increased homelessness?
Tama Potaka says victims of sexual or domestic violence should not be turned away from emergency housing.
Prison population projected to boom over next decade
Official figures now forecast a 4000-person, or 36%, increase in prisoners by 2035.
NZ's food and fibre export revenue expected to increase 12 percent
MPI has released its latest State and Outlook of Primary Industries report, which takes a look at the state of the sector in the 2024/25 year. Audio
'Where was the care of thought?': Greens criticise ministers over pay equity advice
Government ministers did not get advice on what the changes to pay equity would mean for specific claims in their portfolios. Audio
Migrants celebrate parent visa, amid concerns it'll lock many out
Migrant communities are hailing a new visa which will allow parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to visit multiple times over a five-year period. Audio
Suspended Te Pāti Māori MPs to embark on national tour
Te Pāti Māori says it will continue to stand its ground as three MPs begin their record suspensions. Audio
Vast majority don't think Trump has been good for NZ - poll
Supporters of every political party in Parliament took a more negative view of the presidency than positive, though there are still many who are neutral on the man in the Oval Office. Audio
'I didn't flinch in my duty' - Ruth Richardson
She's one of two former finance ministers appointed Companions of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the King's Birthday Honours.
Critics say RMA changes would sell environment down dirty river
The government's proposed Resource Management Act changes have been welcomed by some and rejected by others.
Rabbits, switch-ups and highway robbery: What to call the Budget
Every politician, economist and their dog had their own nickname for the document dubbed the 'Growth Budget' by the government. Audio
Rail freight less viable without Aratere, critics say
Interislander's only rail-enabled ferry will be taken out of service this year to make way for the construction of new port infrastructure.
Tory Whanau quits Wellington mayoral race
She says former Labour MP Andrew Little entering the race "changed the game". Audio
Tory Whanau quits Wellington mayoral race
She says former Labour MP Andrew Little entering the race "changed the game".
ACT MP wants banking climate disclosures removed from law
Mark Cameron says banks would still be free to report voluntarily if they wished.