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Former Labour minister Michael Wood to re-enter politics
Wood will stand again in the Mt Roskill seat at the next election.
Minister's electorate staff replied to McSkimming accuser's emails
Emails containing allegations about Jevon McSkimming were forwarded to Mark Mitchell's minsiterial office, months before he says he was made aware of charges.
Anti-stalking legislation passes third reading in Parliament
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says stalking is an "insidious behaviour" and the legislation was long overdue.
No families left in Rotorua emergency housing - but where are they?
At its peak, there were more than 240 families place across 13 motels. Now there are zero.
No families left in Rotorua emergency housing - but where are they?
At its peak, there were more than 240 families place across 13 motels. Now there are zero.
Promises and petitions: Social media stir-up outside parliament
The Education Minister has promised a group petitioning for the ban of social media for under 16s that change is coming.
200kg of signatures: Petition to fix 'broken' health system presented to Parliament
Organisers says it is New Zealand's longest petition ever.
'On notice': The seven fast-track projects the Greens would revoke
"We will revoke them, even if consents are issued," said the Greens' resources spokesperson Steve Abel.
Further inquiries possible after IPCA report - Police minister
The prospect of a broader inquiry would "definitely" be discussed, but at the moment the focus is on the IPCA report, Mark Mitchell says.
Former Police Commissioner placed on leave after damning report
The report found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police, including Andrew Coster, who is now chief executive of the Social Investment Agency.
Congestion charging legislation passes third reading
The Bill establishes a framework permitting local authorities to set up a congestion charging scheme, by notifying NZTA.
Te Pāti Māori expulsions questioned by law expert, former co-leader
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris have vowed to fight what they says are "unconstitutional" expulsions. Audio
Government's strong balance sheet likely to decline, Treasury warns
Its 2025 Investment Statement found liabilities were forecast to rise 33 percent by 2029 to $504 billion, as the debt grows to fund investment spending and operating deficits.
Heavily criticised supplier not included in 2026 primary school lunches contract
Ten suppliers have been contracted to deliver primary school lunches next year.
'Unacceptable': Hipkins says more robust police vetting needed
The Labour leader says it is "unacceptable" that former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming's behaviour was not picked up in vetting for the role.
Lifeline to cut operations if funding shortfall not plugged
A mental health support service says it will have to reduce its operations if it cannot plug a $2 million shortfall. Audio
PM confident trade deal with India will be reached
India's trade minister Piyush Goyal is in New Zealand this week for more talks.
Minister announces $61.6 million boost for crisis response services
Doocey announced $61.6 million over four years will go towards additional crisis assessment teams and other services.
Peters will not support Gene Technology Bill unless it's 'fixed'
The NZ First leader stopped short of a commitment to kill the bill outright.
'Greed, avarice, and entitlement' - Te Pāti Māori president urges MPs to quit
Te Pāti Māori president John Tamihere has told MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris to "do the honourable thing" and quit Parliament.
Te Pāti Māori branch calls for John Tamihere's resignation
It comes following a vote by party members to suspend Te Tai Tokerau MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi.
What doctors, landlords and economists make of Labour's tax plan
The policy won't work if house prices don't go up, an expert says, while property investors aren't happy. Audio
Changes to the aged care funding model on the cards
A ministerial advisory group is being established to make recommendations to the system, which the government says is out of date.
Te Pāti Māori to suspend MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi - reports
Te Pāti Māori members have voted to suspend MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, according to Waatea News.
'Giving it away': Peters lays into Fonterra over sale of iconic brands
The NZ First leader is demanding answers over the sale of brands including Mainland and Anchor.