National Party wealth tax election ad found to be misleading
The National Party is once again facing scrutiny for misleading election advertising, after a ruling from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA).
Decision 2020
Pugh doubles back to Parliament
Pugh doubles back to Parliament
West Coaster and list MP Maureen Pugh was so sure she'd lose her job once the special votes were counted, she packed up her office and apartment in the capital and shipped her belongings home.
'Reeferendum' up in smoke - but only 70k votes in it
'Reeferendum' up in smoke - but only 70k votes in it
The final results of the 2020 election today have delivered a blunt blow to Kiwis hopeful of legalising cannabis for personal use.
Final election results: National loses two, Labour, Māori Party pick up one
Final election results: National loses two, Labour, Māori Party pick up one
The final election results are in and National has lost two seats, Labour has gained one, the Māori Party is back with two seats and the "yes" campaign on recreational cannabis has lost
‘Boy from South Dunedin’ deputy PM
‘Boy from South Dunedin’ deputy PM
Grant Robertson has had a few moments in his career when he has wondered: "How has a boy from South Dunedin ended up here?"
Clark forgiven and back in Cabinet
Clark forgiven and back in Cabinet
Dunedin MP David Clark, out of favour for his Covid-19 walkabouts, has found his way back into the affections of his colleagues and returned to the Cabinet.
Covid response, recovery to fore in deciding Cabinet
Covid response, recovery to fore in deciding Cabinet
Who will be up or down, in or out of Jacinda Ardern’s new Cabinet team?
Co-operative spirit
Co-operative spirit
To the victor go (almost all of) the spoils. And to the plucky little offsider go a couple of tasty crumbs.
Greens accept deal with Labour
Greens accept deal with Labour
The Greens say they'll still push for wealth tax and other inequality gaps, despite it not forming part of its ministerial responsibilities under the new deal signed with Labour.
Ardern explains why she voted for cannabis reform
Ardern explains why she voted for cannabis reform
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said she voted yes to the cannabis reform because she did not want to see people in jail for its use.
Greens accept ministerial portfolios
Greens accept ministerial portfolios
The Green Party has accepted Labour's Government-forming deal, which includes their two highest ranking MPs receiving Ministerial portfolios.
Greens to vote on proposed Labour deal
Greens to vote on proposed Labour deal
Green Party delegates will vote on whether to accept a proposed deal with Labour this afternoon.
Euthanasia OK, cannabis not
Euthanasia OK, cannabis not
Kiwis have voted strongly in favour of the End of Life Choice Act in the election referendum. But it's a step back for cannabis law reform activists as the public voted no to legalisation of the drug.
PM reveals cannabis vote, will decision be overturned by specials?
PM reveals cannabis vote, will decision be overturned by specials?
The preliminary referendum results indicate that a majority of Kiwis voted against legalising cannabis for personal use. But Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has confirmed she voted in favour of...
New Zealanders say 'yes' to euthanasia - so what happens now?
New Zealanders say 'yes' to euthanasia - so what happens now?
A strong majority of New Zealanders have ticked "yes" in the voluntary euthanasia referendum.
Prelim results: Yes for euthanasia, no for cannabis
Prelim results: Yes for euthanasia, no for cannabis
The preliminary results have been released and the votes counted so far were in favour of passing the End of Life Choice Act and those who voted against legalising cannabis are in the majority at the moment.
New poll shows majority of Kiwis voted 'yes' in euthanasia referendum
New poll shows majority of Kiwis voted 'yes' in euthanasia referendum
Voluntary euthanasia is likely to become legal in New Zealand, according to a post-election poll.
Greens continue talks with Labour
Greens continue talks with Labour
Green Party co-leaders Marama Davidson and James Shaw say they expect to have an announcement about how they would work with Labour on Sunday.
Questions still hang over future of Brownlee, other National MPs
Questions still hang over future of Brownlee, other National MPs
A major question mark remains over the future of National's deputy leader Gerry Brownlee following the party's devastating election loss.
Questions hang over National MPs still teetering in the balance
Questions hang over National MPs still teetering in the balance
A major question mark remains over the future of National's deputy leader Gerry Brownlee, following the party's devastating election loss.