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Inquiry launched into National MP's 25 undeclared properties
The MP for Whanganui, Carl Bates, failed to declare properties linked to him and his family, but says he was complying with the rules.
Former Reserve Bank governor optimistic about new appointee
Anna Breman will be the first woman to fill the Reserve Bank governor role.
Employers back plan to replace Holidays Act, unions push back
Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden announced the plan to make annual leave and sick leave pro-rated. Audio
Watch: Part-time workers to get less sick leave as law changed
The Workplace Relations Minister says sweeping changes to the Holidays Act make the system fairer.
'Serious concerns': Peters slams new visa rules
Two new pathways for skilled migrants will kick in from the middle of next year, ministers have announced. NZ First isn't happy. Audio
Small changes for granny flat legislation
A select committee report has called for minor changes to the government's legislation allowing small homes, like granny flats, to be built without a consent.
资本利得税要不要收？民调显示多个党派与支持者之间产生观点冲突
最新一次RNZ-Reid Research民调现实，与各自支持的政党观点相比，无论哪方选民的立场都远没有政客那么坚定。
Government needs more RIS - Regulations Ministry
"The finding that a significant number of proposals were missing impact analysis spans multiple years," one of the ministry's bosses says.
Where the public stands on capital gains tax
The latest RNZ-Reid Research poll shows voters are much less firm in their positions than politicians seem to be. Audio
Survivors and advocates named to Abuse in Care advisory group
The eight-person group includes survivors, disability advocates and care leaders, tasked with guiding the Crown's response to the Royal Commission's recommendations.
Government moves to stomp out 'predatory pricing'
Changes would set out clear rules to prevent "creeping acquisitions" and give the ability to pause risky mergers before they're completed.
Tākuta Ferris' doubling down on race rhetoric widely condemned
Labour and the Greens have condemned Tākuta Ferris' decision to double down on his comments, but Te Pāti Māori has not fronted to media
Finance minister's 'heads up' that Orr was on his way out
Newly-released text messages show Treasury warned Finance Minister Nicola Willis that then-Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr was on his way out.
Adopting Australia's inflation target 'insane economic illiteracy' - Finance Minister
Labour's finance spokesperson said they are 'open to a discussion' on shifting the Reserve Bank's inflation target.
Willis: Not releasing texts about Orr's resignation met transparency expectations
The Finance Minister says not releasing texts that informed her of former Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr's potential resignation was appropriate.
New Zealand First AGM about projecting unity, stability, common sense
Analysis - Recurring attacks on political opponents and allies alike, and the party's continued focus on its war on woke, may make that a difficult sell for some. Audio
Watch: Peters promises compulsory 10% KiwiSaver and tax cuts
The party leader says making KiwiSaver compulsory would be his first move, if it gained power. Video
Former National Party MP joins New Zealand First
Hipango was MP for Whanganui from 2017 to 2020, and returned to Parliament on the list in May 2021.
Jones talks up power mill plan, talks down coalition partners
The Regional Development Minister called for more action on electricity prices, calling out his coalition partners for inaction.
Winston Peters predicts 'massive political victory' next year
The NZ First leader made the remarks at the party's 32nd annual general meeting.
Former Labour MP won't close door on campaigning for NZ First
Stuart Nash has spoken at the party's annual conference.
Deporting criminals set to get easier under law change
A planned law change will make it so criminals can be deported if they have been permanent residents for up to 20 years, up from the current 10 years.
