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'Forged in fire': Chlöe Swarbrick on the Greens' challenging year
One MP was arrested, another passed away, and a third was diagnosed with cancer - but through it all, "we've really stuck by our values", co-leader says.
Health Minister criticises officials for submission opposing McDonald's
Shane Reti has taken a swipe at the National Public Health Service, saying it should be focused on prioritising serious public health issues.
What now for the Treaty Principles Bill?
"Kill the bill" was the cry from the hīkoi but it may not go away as quickly as protesters would like. Audio
MP's haka viewed about 700 million times as Te Pāti Māori and ACT both claim credit
A video of MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke performing 'Ka Mate' has now been viewed around 700 million times, a news media boss says. Audio
Government unveils plans to ramp up anti-scam efforts
New Zealanders have lost nearly $200m in the last year to scammers, it has been revealed. Audio
Abuse survivors petition Parliament to accept all Royal Commission recommendations
The day after the government apologised to abuse survivors, some presented a petition calling on it to implement all recommendations from the Royal Commission's report.
Fair news bargaining bill in limbo as minister says it is not ready
The government has pushed out the second reading of the Fair News Digital Bargaining Bill, because the minister responsible says it is not ready.
Govt reverses decision to bar journalist from abuse apology
Aaron Smale covered abuse in care for eight years, but was initially declined accreditation by Parliament's speaker.
'Deceitful, vindictive': Last-minute Treaty Principles Bill surprise won't stop hīkoi
A hīkoi from the top of the North Island to Wellington is still on, despite the Treaty Principles Bill being introduced to Parliament ahead of schedule. Audio
Timetable for controversial Treaty Principles Bill brought forward
A spokesperson for the acting leader of the house has confirmed the Bill will be introduced to Parliament on Thursday.
Blood cancer patients call on National to honour commitment
Patients want National to take note of a report on blood cancer medicines and remember its pre-election promise that they would not be forgotten. Audio
Dental system costing $2.5b a year in lost productivity
Campaigners for free dental care say the cost of doing nothing is outstripping what it would cost to fund the system.
Relief, annoyance over Crown move on legal fees for Lake Alice survivors
One survivor says he is disappointed the reimbursements are not being adjusted for inflation. Audio
$80m spent on redundancies since government took office
On ministry alone has paid out nearly $15m with another $21m across the sector still expected. Audio
Government accused of 'overreach' with council intervention
Simeon Brown has set a "deeply worrying" low bar with his stated reasons for stepping in, a professor says. Audio
'We need that boost': Helen Clark on hosting the America's Cup
Hosting means influential people visiting, enabling New Zealand to showcase its industries, not least its cutting-edge design and technology, the former PM says. Audio
D-Day for Darleen Tana: What you need to know
Analysis - Green Party members are deciding tonight on whether to expel Darleen Tana from Parliament - so how will the process play out?
Greens to proceed with Darleen Tana party-hopping meeting despite appeal
"We're dealing with what's in front of us," Green co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says.
Communities rally against telehealth option for clinic
Health New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora has contracted the service to provide after-hours care.
Nearly 1000 tonnes of diesel on sunken Manawanui
Divers are now trying to figure out if the ship is leaking. Audio
Home ownership figure in Census surprises Statistics officials
Officials admitted a rise in home ownership was unexpected and they had to double-check the data.
Police seeking to waive diplomatic immunity following Wellington altercation
Police are wanting to charge a person reported to be the partner of an Australian diplomat.
Luxon's property profits highlight unfairness - Labour
The Prime Minister recently sold two properties, making a profit which is exempt from tax. Audio