Labour's Chris Hipkins says Disability Minister Penny Simmonds should be sacked: Labour is doubling down on criticism of the minister's handling of disability ...
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Forced reshuffle gives Labour a chance for much-needed refresh: As Grant Robertson steps aside, his successor hits the ground running in a show of confidence for ...
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Christopher Luxon to speak to Winston Peters over Nazi comments: Luxon says he doesn't agree with the comments, and he's calling on all political leaders to tone ...
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The Kiri Allan story: 'This job really pushes you to your limit. Spiritually, physically, mentally. It’s a very uncomfortable environment.'
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Quick Glance: The Journey of Kiri Allan
- Kiri Allan stepped down from her positions and returned home to reflect on her political future.
- According to Chris Hipkins, Allan was experiencing 'extreme emotional distress' at the time of the incident.
- Jacinda Ardern appointed Allan, who won the East Coast electorate in 2020, as the minister for conservation and emergency management.
- Allan was on a mental health break following a personal relationship crisis when Hipkins returned to New Zealand.
Jacinda Ardern’s wedding: Chris Hipkins on ceremony, his summer break, political year ahead
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Chris Hipkins: Former Prime Minister on Opposition life - and Scrabble with partner Toni
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Inside the relationship between media and politicians - On the Tiles podcast: Since Winston Peters’ return to power, one of the big talking points from the new ...
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NZ vote on Gaza at UN consistent with longstanding position - Hipkins: New Zealand remains aligned to its Five Eyes partners despite voting for a UN resolution ...
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Who is Toni? Chris Hipkins reveals new partner amid Labour’s crushing election defeat
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Quick Glance: Chris Hipkins reveals new partner after Labour's election defeat
- Chris Hipkins reveals his new partner Toni during his concession speech in Lower Hutt.
- Hipkins congratulated National Leader Christopher Luxon on his win.
- Hipkins also thanked his children for their sacrifices.
- Chris Hipkins became emotional during his concession speech.
Chris Hipkins reveals more details about partner Toni Grace, they met when she was an intern in his Remutaka office
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Prime Minister Chris Hipkins on parenting, politics and his secret passion: The PM opens up about his marriage break-up, being a solo dad and his precious ...
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins announces party's five-point economic plan: Chris Hipkins has announced a policy to invest $100 million into the Venture Capital Fund ...
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'Instability and chaos': Labour won't partner with NZ First: Labour leader Chris Hipkins has ruled out NZ First as a possible coalition partner ...
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Labour promises four weeks' Paid Partner's Leave for new parents: Partners are currently entitled to two weeks' unpaid leave, but Labour's staggered plan would ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/495797/labour-promises-four-weeks-paid-partner-s-leave-for-new-parents
Quick Glance: 2023 Election: Labour's Offer - Four Weeks' Paid Leave for Partners
- Prime Minister and Labour leader Chris Hipkins is announcing a new policy today in Wellington to secure Labour a third term. The aim is to ease the financial burden for partners after the birth of a child and help the main carer.
- The leave can be taken concurrently or consecutively with paid parental leave, giving families the option of having both parents at home or having at least one parent on paid leave for up to 30 weeks.
- It will also be available for working partners where the main carer was not eligible for paid parental leave.
- The government will fully fund the leave, with costs estimated at $35 million in the first year. Costs will increase to $70-$75 million per year when the full four weeks is being paid.
Labour grapples with Kiri Allan's resignation, leak claims: Tragic circumstances putting a halt to the political career of one of Labour's rising stars ...
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New Zealand prime minister says Pacific region less secure due to China's assertiveness
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New Zealand’s Hipkins Sees Export Lift From EU Free Trade Deal: New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins will sign a free trade agreement with the European Union ...
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Quick Glance: New Zealand PM: 'Difficult Conversations' with China Better than No Talks
- New Zealand will continue to disagree with China on some issues, but the dialogue will be 'open and honest'.
- The speech comes about a week after Hipkins' visit to China, which included meetings with Xi Jinping.
- Hipkins is heading to Europe on Friday to witness the signing of the NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement and to attend the NATO Leaders' Summit in Lithuania.
- While New Zealand advocates for peace, the country cannot be passive and must invest in defense and security.
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins wants to meet with Kiri Allan face-to-face, supports her taking time off
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China signs pacts with 'friend and partner' New Zealand: China signed cooperative arrangements with "friend" New Zealand on Wednesday during a visit by Prime ...
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Prime Minister Chris Hipkins leaves door open for Michael Wood's return: "Human beings make mistakes, but clearly if Michael wants to continue in politics he ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/492440/prime-minister-chris-hipkins-leaves-door-open-for-michael-wood-s-return
New Zealand reports on defence and security expected to call for more spending: WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand will on Friday outline its defence plans ...
thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/08/03/new-zealand-reports-on-defence-and-security-expected-to-call-for-more-spending
DOC boss confirms poor relationships in Minister Kiri Allan's office: The head of DOC has confirmed a staffer stopped working in Minister Kiri Allan's office ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/492799/doc-boss-confirms-poor-relationships-in-minister-kiri-allan-s-office
Will New Zealand regret kowtowing to China?: New Zealand is reliant upon China, a country that makes up about a third of its export market. So ...
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Prime Minister Chris Hipkins to take up offer to visit India and talk free trade: The Prime Minister will be taking up an offer from Indian Prime Minister ...
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Stuart Nash donor communications review delayed: Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says he has deliberately kept out of the investigation into the former minister ...
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Prime Minister Chris Hipkins said Titirangi Post Shop closure is ‘absolutely heartbreaking’
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At Least 6 Dead After Fire At New Zealand Hostel: New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins described the fire as “an absolute tragedy."
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Quick Glance: Crews Reopen Plumpton Road After Large Trailer Fire
- A large trailer fire caused a road closure in Plumpton, which was reopened after three hours of work by locals and firefighters.
- Fire crews from Penrith and Lazonby stations were called to Plumpton Road at 7:26pm on May 13, where a large amount of straw bales were on fire.
PM Chris Hipkins meets Australia’s Anthony Albanese after historic citizenship pathway; Aukus, climate change, trade and indigenous rights on agendas
nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/pm-chris-hipkins-to-meet-australias-anthony-albanese-after-historic-citizenship-pathway-aukus-climate-change-trade-and-indigenous-rights-on-agendas/ST5ERDQXFFFSDP2LCIX6YUEM44/
Political relationships have become 'polarised', says PM: Chris Hipkins is frustrated that political disagreement has got personal ...
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Week in Politics: For Labour's sake, Nash must go: Analysis - The Stuart Nash scandal has the potential to damage Labour's election chances ...
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Media Insider: Winton Land CEO Chris Meehan on PM Chris Hipkins and why he’s launched his red-tape ad campaign
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Hipkins loses sight of his no-distractions policy: The Prime Minister has undone any credit he’d earned for his swiftness in getting Stuart Nash out of the ...
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Nash's poor judgment only half the story: The Prime Minister has acted swiftly to get Stuart Nash out of the police portfolio, but he’s only dealt with half ...
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Week in Politics: Nash's resignation upsets Hipkins' family-friendly week: Analysis - Stuart Nash admits he "completely stuffed up" after losing the police ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/486148/week-in-politics-nash-s-resignation-upsets-hipkins-family-friendly-week
Govt policy purge: Contractor law reform dumped: Michael Wood’s ambition to bring about long-overdue reform to address a glaring power imbalance in the workplace ...
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NZ superannuation rates 2023 - how much more will you get?: How much extra will people on the pension receive in their fortnightly pay?
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Stuart Nash pokes fun at Cabinet demotion in social media post: Nash appears to be looking on the bright side after being told off by the PM.
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Cyclone Gabrielle lashed New Zealand's North Island, devastating vast swaths of land and displacing more than 10,000 people. As of Thursday evening ... Show more
Cyclone death toll now reportedly seven, temporary morgue set up | Live Updates: Live Updates for Feb 17 2023
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Cyclone Gabrielle: Police find body in Hawke’s Bay; water crisis and power outages
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‘Genuine Hutt boy’ Chris Hipkins will be NZ’s next prime minister: Nominations have closed, and there is only one name.
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/21-01-2023/genuine-hutt-boy-chris-hipkins-will-be-nzs-next-prime-minister
Quick Glance: Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand, has resigned. What does that say about privilege and burnout?
- "Prime Minister Jacinda Arden stepping down is another example of the state of burnout people feel across the globe," says licenced psychologist Shavonne Moore-Lobban.
- Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand, resigns due to burnout.
- "Everyone doesn't have the ability to step down from their work when they are burned out or to prioritize themselves and their family over their work."
- If you are experiencing burnout,
New Zealand's new Prime Minister Chris Hipkins begins choosing cabinet: New Zealand's Labor Party caucus selected Chris Hipkins to succeed Jacinda ...
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Quick Glance: Labour lawmakers in New Zealand confirm Chris Hipkins as Jacinda Ardern's replacement
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- Following Jacinda Ardern's resignation, Chris Hipkins is expected to be named New Zealand's next prime minister.
- New Zealand's ruling Labour Party chose Chris Hipkins to replace Jacinda Ardern as its new leader and the country's 41st prime minister on Sunday, according to Radio New Zealand.
- Grant Robertson, the current Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, is expected to retain his position.
- Ardern must tender her resignation to King Charles III's representative in New Zealand, Governor General Cindy Kiro, before Hipkins can become Prime Minister.
New Zealand swears in new prime minister following Ardern's unexpected resignation
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Quick Glance: Jacinda Ardern bids an emotional farewell as Chris Hipkins takes over as Prime Minister of New Zealand.
- On Wednesday, New Zealand welcomed a new prime minister, six days after Jacinda Ardern abruptly resigned ahead of an election.
- Prior to becoming Prime Minister, he served as Minister of Education, Minister of Police, Minister of Public Service, and House Leader.
- Onlookers applauded and applauded as Ardern exited Parliament on Wednesday.
- Ardern made her final official appearance as prime minister on Tuesday, accompanying Hipkins to the annual Mori religious festival in the village of Rtana.
PM Chris Hipkins: 'I'm not going to write the Budget or a tax policy on day two of the job'
rnz.co.nz/news/political/483138/pm-chris-hipkins-i-m-not-going-to-write-the-budget-or-a-tax-policy-on-day-two-of-the-job
Bad weather forces Prime Minister’s plane to Waitangi to return to Auckland: A spokesperson for the Prime Minister said the plane tried landing "a couple ...
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Live: Chris Hipkins to become New Zealand's 41st prime minister: Labour has finished its caucus meeting to confirm Chris Hipkins as the party's new leader and ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/482893/live-chris-hipkins-to-become-new-zealand-s-41st-prime-minister
Grant Robertson going list-only after election, won’t contest Wellington Central | Live Updates
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Chris Hipkins To Be New Zealand's Next Prime Minister: The lack of other candidates indicated party lawmakers had rallied behind Hipkins to avoid a drawn-out ...
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Quick Glance: Chris Hipkins will be the next Prime Minister of New Zealand.
- Following Jacinda Ardern's surprise resignation, New Zealand's Education Minister is set to become the island nation's next prime minister.
- Hipkins first gained public attention during the coronavirus pandemic, when he took on a crisis management role.
- When Ardern became Prime Minister at the age of 37, she was praised around the world for her handling of the nation's worst-ever mass shooting and the early stages of the pandemic.
- Ardern, fighting back tears, told reporters on Thursday that she would leave the position no later than February 7.
Watch: Hipkins unveils Cabinet reshuffle: Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has announced the much-anticipated shake-up of his Cabinet this afternoon.
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Why Chris Hipkins Faces a Tough Road Ahead as New Zealand's Leader: Jacinda Ardern's successor Chris Hipkins must grapple with high inflation, looming recession ...
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