Politics

Govt reveals 96-day train network closure for Auckland

The government says Auckland's train system will experience up to 96 days of full closure through to the end of January 2026, as work continues on the City Rail Link.

'You better': Luxon promises to build 'kick-arse' hospital

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon arrives at the back door of the Dunedin Public Art Gallery...

'You better': Luxon promises to build 'kick-arse' hospital

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has vowed to build Dunedin a "kick-arse" hospital.

Auditor General to probe fast-track process

Auditor-General John Ryan. Photo: Controller and Auditor General

Auditor General to probe fast-track process

The Auditor-General is launching an inquiry into how government ministers handled conflicts of interest when it came to fast-tracked projects.

Labour 'cautiously' supporting govt's tradie sign-off move

Labour's acting building and construction spokesperson Kieran McAnulty. Photo: RNZ

Labour 'cautiously' supporting govt's tradie sign-off move

The Labour Party is 'cautiously' supportive of the government's proposal to allow tradies to sign off on their own work.

Ministry of Health apologises to minister

Associate Minister of Health Casey Costello. Photo: RNZ

Ministry of Health apologises over failure to disclose conflict of interest

The Ministry of Health has apologised to the Associate Minister of Health for failing to inform her that one of its officials advising her on tobacco reform had a conflict of interest.

Govt boosts funding for St John

A Hato Hone St John First Union ambulance covered in messages from staff. Photo: Supplied / First...

Ambulance staff accept pay offer; govt boosts St John funding

Ambulance workers' industrial action has ceased - for now - after their unions accepted the latest pay offer from ambulance service Hato Hone St John.

Hipkins signals 'reset moment' for Labour

Hipkins signals 'reset moment' for Labour

A year after losing power in the election, Labour says it has spent the time listening and that a major party address next month will reveal its new direction.

Party 'impervious to being bought off': Peters

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters addresses the party's annual convention in Hamilton....

Party 'impervious to being bought off': Peters

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has opened the party's 31st annual convention in antagonistic style, calling out opponents and the media alike.

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Trying to remain as angry as possible for another two years

Thousands turned out to protest cuts to the new Dunedin hospital. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

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Trying to remain as angry as possible for another two years

Yes, the turnout for the Dunedin Hospital protest march was very impressive indeed.

'Can't keep ignoring the truancy crisis'

Associate Education Minister David Seymour. Photo: RNZ

'Can't keep ignoring the truancy crisis'

New attendance rules could see schools chasing up the families of nearly half their pupils during the winter months.

Crackdown on teacher-only days in truancy push

The department is overseen by ACT leader David Seymour. Photo: RNZ

Crackdown on teacher-only days in truancy push

Schools won't be able to hold teacher-only days during term time and parents of students absent for 15 days could be prosecuted, the government has announced.

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Getting a good workout during the environment estimates

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Getting a good workout during the environment estimates

Due to circumstances beyond the government’s control much of this year’s Estimates Debate was crammed into this week.

Will there be a vote on four-year political term?

ACT leader David Seymour (left), National's Christopher Luxon and NZ First leader Winston Peters....

Will there be a vote on four-year political term?

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said he may bring four-year political terms to a national vote at the next election.

Hipkins takes big dive in latest poll

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins. Photo: RNZ

Hipkins takes big dive in latest poll

Support for Labour leader Chris Hipkins has taken a big dive in a new poll that shows small gains for National and Labour, and mostly small losses for minor parties.

Government releases critical minerals list

Government releases critical minerals list

The government has released a draft list of 35 minerals it considers essential to the economy.

Govt to change law on contractors v employees

Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden. Photo: RNZ

Govt to change law on contractors v employees

The government has outlined its upcoming changes to the law to clarify whether a worker is an employee or a contractor.

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An emotional reminder that what Parliament does matters

Parliament Buildings, from left, Bowen House, the Beehive, and Parliament House. PHOTO: NZ HERALD

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An emotional reminder that what Parliament does matters

Despite the aspersions of some that the legislation which Parliament passes is not actually that important, it really, really is.

Global honour for country's youngest MP

Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke. Supplied photo

Global honour for country's youngest MP

The country's youngest MP - Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke from Te Pāti Māori - has been recognised internationally for her work in politics.

Govt announces policy directive on 'need, not race'

Public Service Minister Nicola Willis. File photo

Govt announces policy directive on 'need, not race'

Cabinet has issued a new directive to create a "colourblind" public service that focuses solely on need, not race, and doesn't prioritise Māori businesses when awarding government contracts.

Darleen Tana says Greens broke own constitution

Darleen Tana says Greens broke own constitution

Sharyn Green - Darleen Tana's lawyer Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi

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