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Government urges Pharmac, Medsafe to embrace artificial intelligence
Associate Health Minister David Seymour says he has recently written to the agencies and both have replied positively.
Justice Minister announces harsher penalties for one-punch attacks
Specific offences will reflect the gravity of the crime, the Minister says.
NZDF receives hundreds of gifts from commercial suppliers
The NZDF needs to be careful when accepting gifts or hospitality from commercial suppliers, says the Auditor-General.
Justice Minister proposes higher penalties for assaults against first responders
Paul Goldsmith's proposal would expand the current assault against police to also cover prison officers and all first responders.
Allegations taxpayer money used to fund Moana Pasifika under review
The use of public money by Whānau Ora commissioning services and whether contractual obligations were met are to be investigated.
Part of Canterbury's airspace permanently allocated for test flights
From 7 August, six areas will be permanently designated for aviation companies to test tech.
MPs remember 'great tōtara' Takutai Tarsh Kemp
Flags are flying at half mast around Parliament after the death of the Te Pati Māori MP for Tāmaki Makaurau at the age of 50. Audio
'A big win for Ukraine': Luxon upbeat as Europe backs higher defence spending
Ukraine's leader is feeling "incredibly supported", the prime minister says, as Donald Trump thaws on NATO partners. Audio
30 hours allocated for public submissions on Regulatory Standards Bill
Labour's Duncan Webb says the decision is "derisory" and "insulting".
'Once-in-a-generation' infrastructure plan sets vision for next 30 years
It has layed out the key areas in need of attention over the next three decades.
Seymour rejects claim Regulatory Standards Bill 'set up for his mates'
ACT leader David Seymour says the Labour MP was "wrong" and "muddying the waters" Audio
Process to manage fast-track conflict of interests 'sound'
Auditor General says there are opportunities to "further strengthen conflict management".
GPs to be allowed to treat ADHD from February
GPs and nurse practitioners have been given the green light to diagnose and treat ADHD from February next year.
'Not Kiwi, nor Christian': Minister condemns Destiny Church rally
Minister for Ethnic Communities Mark Mitchell says he was "appalled" by the march on Saturday. Audio
Government to give itself power to override councils on housing
The government will take back power from local councils if their decisions are going to negatively impact growth, Housing Minister Chris Bishop says.
Greens release fiscal strategy that calls for more public investment
Last month, their 'Green Budget' was ridiculed by the coalition government.
Government warned corruption and 'insider threats' increasing
That's despite New Zealand's longstanding reputation as a country largely free of such issues.
'We will never be silenced': Te Pāti Māori MPs suspended from Parliament
Opposition parties tried to reject the recommendation, but did not have the numbers to vote it down. Audio
Major parties lose support while NZ First keeps rising - new poll
Support for Prime Minister Christopher Luxon remains steady.
'I was frustrated': Bishop on music award comments
"It's not about Stan Walker ... It was just the sort of politicisation of it," the Cabinet Minister says after declaring "what a load of crap" during a Aotearoa Music Awards performance. Audio
Ambassador to Japan named as NZ's replacement for Phil Goff
Hamish Cooper has been chosen as the country's new ambassador to London.
Drip, drip, drip: NZ's biggest political leaks
The Public Service Commissioner has issued a fresh directive to public servants to stop leaking sensitive information.
Watch: 'Serious trim' for hairdressing law
Minister David Seymour says the current rules aren't making a difference to public health, but are frustrating businesses and customers.
