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Forest & Bird slams govt land law overhaul as 'conservation retreat'
3 Aug 2025The groups say the proposed law changes shift focus from protecting nature to exploiting it for commercial gain.
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Greyhound season ends with 17 deaths, more than 800 dogs injured
3 Aug 2025The final fatality was Opawa Justin, a 2yo greyhound who won his race before suffering a catastrophic injury.
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Mayoral candidate berates CEO, brags about sporting accomplishments
1 Aug 2025A Southland mayoral hopeful took shots at a council chief executive during a fiery public speech.
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'Reconsider': Government tries pushback on US trade tariff
2 Aug 2025Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay says the 15 percent trade tariff on New Zealand will harm exporters.
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Foreign visitors face charge for popular tourist spots
2 Aug 2025The government plans to make it easier to get a concession to operate on Conservation land.
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Luxon to tell National faithful country is 'turning the corner'
2 Aug 2025Party members are gathering in Christchurch, as MPs try to steer public minds towards the government's cost-of-living policies.
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Behind closed doors: What officials said about pay equity changes
1 Aug 2025Treasury documents show the pay equity reset was key to meeting the coalition's cost-cutting goals.
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Blame auto-fill: Electoral Commission rejects claims of Māori roll tampering
1 Aug 2025Chief Electoral Officer Karl Le Quesne says claims of voter roll tampering are unfounded and urges anyone struggling to enrol to get in touch. Audio
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Not 'a perfect saint': Former politician turned escort agency owner seeks political comeback
1 Aug 2025Jami-Lee Ross is making his return to politics after his explosive falling out with the National Party.
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'System just sucks': Political scientist says Māori being deterred from voting
1 Aug 2025Lara Greaves was blunt in her assessment of the voting system, calling it difficult to navigate, particularly when it comes to updating or changing enrolment details.
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Te Pāti Māori pursuing two-pronged legal action
1 Aug 2025Its lawyers have clarified exactly what legal action it's taking over reports of missing enrolments from the Māori roll.
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Auckland local election battle heats up with new candidates revealed
1 Aug 2025Some high-profile candidates are putting themselves up for important roles in Auckland's local elections.
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Project 10: How ministers kept a massive law change secret
1 Aug 2025Documents reveal how the government worked to keep sweeping pay equity changes hidden until the last minute. Audio
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What would New Zealand recognising Palestinian statehood mean?
1 Aug 2025Explainer - World leaders are moving toward accepting the idea of Palestinian statehood. What does it mean if New Zealand does? Audio
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Senior doctors say Health NZ offer amounts to 'pay cut'
1 Aug 2025The union for senior doctors was doubtful the 5500 members would find the new offer acceptable.
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China hits back at FBI director's 'groundless' claims in Wellington
1 Aug 2025Kash Patel said the new office would counter China's influence in the Pacific, but Winston Peters says China never came up in talks. Audio
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Coalition calls for opposition not to re-ban oil exploration as law change passes
1 Aug 2025The government's repeal of the 2018 ban passed through Parliament on Thursday night. Audio
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Scientists urge coalition not to weaken methane target
1 Aug 2025Climate scientists have urged the Climate Change Minister to not weaken the country's methane target, after a landmark ruling out of the UN's highest court.
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Midwives to get 3.5% pay increase, $235 lump sum after settling pay claim
2 Aug 2025It comes after thousands of midwives joined their nurse colleagues in a nationwide, 24-hour strike on Wednesday. Audio
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Government looks to reduce red tape for adventure activities, amusement rides
1 Aug 2025Workplace Relations and Safety minister looks to change the Adventure Activities and Amusement Device Regulations.
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'Disappointing development': Willis reacts to 15% US tariff
Trade Minister Todd McClay has pushed back on suggestions he didn't negotiate hard enough. Audio
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Accountants call for capital gains tax
1 Aug 2025A group representing more than 3000 accountants has called for a rethink of the tax system, including the introduction of a capital gains tax.
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Cost of living drags consumer confidence further down
Consumer confidence continues to track down amid worries about the high cost of living.
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FBI opens office in Wellington, citing China threat
31 Jul 2025Judith Collins pushes back on suggestions the office was a response to China's influence, despite the claim being made by the FBI's director.
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