unicameral legislature of New Zealand
Anzac Day: We honour the service, suffering, and sacrifice of our people - Dame Cindy Kiro
nzherald.co.nz/kahu/governor-general-dame-cindy-kiris-anzac-day-dawn-service-address/C7KLNPJQJFHVJH3O2IS5RYBJNI/
‘One of the greatest ever’: Warmington waxes lyrical over retired House clerk Curtis
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/one-greatest-ever-warmington-waxes-lyrical-retired-house-clerk-curtis/
Labour all at sea against Govt's legislative blitzkrieg: Opinion: The scope and speed of change the Government is enacting is leaving fertile ground for a ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/18/labour-all-at-sea-against-govts-legislative-blitzkrieg/
Anne Salmond: My open submission on this radical, flawed fast-track bill: Dame Anne Salmond to a select comittee examining the Fast-Track Approvals Bill ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/20/anne-salmond-my-open-submission-on-this-radical-flawed-fast-track-bill/
A dengue fever outbreak will be officially declared on Friday in Samoa.
More than 250 cases have been reported, with the majority on the mainland ... Show more
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RNZ - NZ News, Current Affairs, Audio On Demand
At the cricket with Grant Robertson: Tax battles lost, the lure of Dunedin, and which White Fern he most identifies with.
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/06-04-2024/at-the-cricket-with-former-mp-grant-robertson
A farmer, a lawyer and a union official walk into Parliament… It could be the start of a joke, but there is no punchline in the pipeline ... Show more
So, you want to be an MP? These are the careers most likely to lead to Parliament | RNZ News
So, you want to be an MP? These are the careers most likely to lead to Parliament | RNZ News
Bruce Lehrmann, a former government adviser, raped a colleague in a Parliament House office, an Australian judge found, dismissing a defamation suit in a case ... Show more
Bruce Lehrmann: Australian judge finds staffer raped colleague in parliament office | Reuters
Bruce Lehrmann: Australian judge finds staffer raped colleague in parliament office | Reuters
Lamb, bungy jumping and crypto: Meat exports and tourism are major foreign exchange earners for New Zealand but is the country missing an opportunity by not ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/15/lamb-bungy-jumping-and-crypto/
At the cricket with Grant Robertson: Tax battles lost, the lure of Dunedin, and which White Fern he most identifies with.
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/06-04-2024/at-the-cricket-with-former-mp-grant-robertson
MPs pay not a decision for politicians - National, Labour: National and Labour leaders are united on MPs' pay rises, each saying it is - and should be - decided ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/513838/mps-pay-not-a-decision-for-politicians-national-labour
Prime Minister lays out his priority list for next three months: Goodbye 100-day plan - The government has a new list of big promises for the next three months.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/513171/prime-minister-lays-out-his-priority-list-for-next-three-months
UK farmers in tractors head to Parliament to protest rules they say threaten livelihoods
apnews.com/article/britain-farmers-tractor-protest-parliament-4a36f9038c02e3187569a2304408dba4
Quick Glance: Farmers Rally for Food Security
- Farmers protest against food imports and labeling.
- Protests highlight the growing challenges faced by British farming.
- Criticism of trade deals and inadequate food security monitoring.
- Call for European regulation alignment to support British farmers.
Hipkins admits Labour 'too slow' to respond to retail crime concerns: The former prime minister believes his party's failings on retail crime ultimately cost it ...
rnz.co.nz/news/indonz/512618/hipkins-admits-labour-too-slow-to-respond-to-retail-crime-concerns
New children's book aims to break culture of silence that surrounds abuse: Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro says the book will help children know their feelings ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/513857/new-children-s-book-aims-to-break-culture-of-silence-that-surrounds-abuse
'That was then and this is now': Chris Hipkins talks up tax reform he previously ruled out
rnz.co.nz/news/political/512590/that-was-then-and-this-is-now-chris-hipkins-talks-up-tax-reform-he-previously-ruled-out
Bishop morphs from 'everywhere man' to 'Mr Fixit': Boy from the Hutt and senior minister Chris Bishop is a familiar face to many ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/08/bishop-morphs-from-everywhere-man-to-mr-fixit/
Budget Policy Statement shows coalition promises don't add up - Labour, Greens: Labour leader Chris Hipkins says the delay to announcing the Budget allowance ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/512829/budget-policy-statement-shows-coalition-promises-don-t-add-up-labour-greens
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 ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/512792/labour-s-chris-hipkins-says-disability-minister-penny-simmonds-should-be-sacked
Public 'ready to be convinced' about capital gains tax - inequality expert: Labour leader Chris Hipkins says the party will take a new tax policy to the next ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512574/public-ready-to-be-convinced-about-capital-gains-tax-inequality-expert
How New Zealand’s smoking ban got stubbed out – and what the UK can learn from it
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/19/new-zealand-smoking-ban-what-uk-can-learn
Chris Hipkins might just be the one to make a wealth tax work for Labour: After ruling out a number of taxes at the last election, the Labour leader now says all ...
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/26-03-2024/chris-hipkins-might-just-be-the-one-to-make-a-wealth-tax-work-for-labour
Robertson reflects on hate and hope as he leaves politics: Grant Robertson faced intense abuse in his 15 years as an MP, but his last message is one of hope and ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/21/grant-robertson-reflects-on-hate-and-hope-as-he-leaves-politics/
New Zealand and EU trade agreement to take effect on May 1: New Zealand said on Monday a free trade agreement with the European Union would come into effect on ...
reuters.com/world/new-zealand-eu-trade-agreement-take-effect-may-1-2024-03-25/
Councils label Māori wards reversal 'complete overreach' by government: Reversing councils' ability to decide on Māori wards is "complete overreach by central ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/513443/councils-label-maori-wards-reversal-complete-overreach-by-government
Recession could lead to brain drain, employment minister Louise Upston says: Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston has admitted New Zealand ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/512721/recession-could-lead-to-brain-drain-employment-minister-louise-upston-says
NZ lawyer and mediator is Tonga's new anti-corruption commissioner: New Zealand barrister and mediator James Christopher LaHatte has been appointed as Tonga's ...
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/513976/nz-lawyer-and-mediator-is-tonga-s-new-anti-corruption-commissioner
Watch live: Tax question hangs over Labour as Hipkins looks to rebuild: The party's annual retreat has started with Chris Hipkins targeting the government ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/511677/watch-live-tax-question-hangs-over-labour-as-hipkins-looks-to-rebuild
#BREAKING | It comes as New Zealand joins with the United Kingdom to condemn China’s “malicious cyber activity”.
Banking sector launches review of fraud reimbursement rules after threat of Govt regulation
nzherald.co.nz/nz/banking-sector-launches-review-of-fraud-reimbursement-rules-after-criticism-threat-of-govt-regulation/3WE7B5RHQNDHZJDVJOYRMOWAGE/
Another chip in the China relationship: Calling China out for its cyber attacks on our Parliamentary services took nearly three years of careful ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/28/another-chip-in-the-china-relationship/
New Dunedin Green MP’s journey to Parliament: From political refugee to future member of Parliament, Francisco Hernandez has been on a quite a journey ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/new-dunedin-green-mp%E28099s-journey-parliament
New Zealand has officially entered recession. But what does that actually mean? Business editor-at-large Liam Dann explains.
Read more: 🔗 GDP: It’s official - we’re in recession - NZ Herald
Labour caucus retreat a lot different from a year ago: Labour heads into caucus retreat expecting a quieter time than last year.
rnz.co.nz/news/political/511555/labour-caucus-retreat-a-lot-different-from-a-year-ago
Watch live: Opposition leaders set to take on PM Christopher Luxon in Question Time
nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/watch-live-opposition-leaders-set-to-take-on-pm-christopher-luxon-in-question-time/XAHJYRURHBC5FFZS6IFKEC4FTI/
Smokefree generation law scrapped by coalition government: Labour leader Chris Hipkins unleashed a fiery speech in the debating chamber, saying the change would ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/510439/smokefree-generation-law-scrapped-by-coalition-government
I spent two hours in a Kate Middleton rabbit hole and now believe she could be dead*
thespinoff.co.nz/pop-culture/29-02-2024/i-spent-two-hours-in-a-kate-middleton-rabbit-hole-and-now-believe-she-could-be-dead
NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement to come into force in May: The kiwifruit industry alone will save $47m per year, while seafood exporters will save $20m ...
rnz.co.nz/news/business/512344/nz-eu-free-trade-agreement-to-come-into-force-in-may
National MP Tim Costley apologises to Grant Robertson over shower comment: National MP for Ōtaki Tim Costley has apologised for a comment he made about Labour's ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/510900/national-mp-tim-costley-apologises-to-grant-robertson-over-shower-comment
Rego cost rises 'can't be a broken promise' - Minister Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop has defended not campaigning on the increase to vehicle ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/510910/rego-cost-rises-can-t-be-a-broken-promise-minister-chris-bishop
Teens beg MPs to stop ram raid bill as committee hears opposition: Teenagers raised in hardship and propelled into lives of crime are using their experiences to ...
nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/teens-beg-mps-to-stop-ram-raid-bill-as-committee-hears-of-widespread-opposition/2NWZXIQUM5HJRFRSD5TWDZK7MQ/
“I wasn’t writing it to be read at the funeral,” Karlo Mila said of her moving tribute to Fa’anānā Efeso Collins.
The award-winning poet told the Herald's ... Show more
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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 ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/02/21/forced-reshuffle-gives-labour-a-chance-for-much-needed-refresh/
About 1000 fewer cancer deaths in NZ every year if patients lived in Australia - study
rnz.co.nz/news/national/511249/about-1000-fewer-cancer-deaths-in-nz-every-year-if-patients-lived-in-australia-study
G2K demands Errol Bascoe resign as principal of Tacky High: KINGSTON, Jamaica— Generation 2000 (G2K), the youth arm of the Jamaica Labour Party ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/09/g2k-demands-errol-bascoe-resign-principal-tacky-high/
#BREAKING | Chris Hipkins’ popularity has taken a significant blow since last year’s general election.
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Who is new Labour finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds?: Mana MP Barbara Edmonds is taking over as Labour's finance spokesperson from Grant Robertson ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/509692/who-is-new-labour-finance-spokesperson-barbara-edmonds
'Go now, in peace': The softly-spoken Samoan son of south Auckland was widely respected across the political spectrum. Tim Murphy farewells an MP whose ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/02/21/go-now-in-peace/
Quick Glance: A Tribute to Fa’anānā Efeso Collins
- Fa’anānā Efeso Collins served as a vital bridge between Pacific communities and New Zealand.
- He was dedicated to representing the needs and ambitions of his people.
- Transitioning from local politics to national parliament, Fa’anānā remained a champion for change.
- Fa’anānā's legacy embodies a commitment to his community and a vision for a brighter future.
"He is selfless, thoughtful, incredibly intelligent, fiercely loyal, and to top it off, one of the funniest people I know."
‘Compelling evidence’ to make assisted dying legal with robust safeguards, says MSP as Bill published
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Immigration mistakes made as pressue went on post Covid - Chris Hipkins: Labour Party leaders admits politicians put pressure on officials to speed things up ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/510374/immigration-mistakes-made-as-pressue-went-on-post-covid-chris-hipkins
1News-Verian political poll: Labour gains slightly, Chris Hipkins plummets: The latest 1News-Verian poll has ACT and NZ First losing one seat each ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/509602/1news-verian-political-poll-labour-gains-slightly-chris-hipkins-plummets
Another chip in the China relationship: Calling China out for its cyber attacks on our Parliamentary services took nearly three years of careful ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/28/another-chip-in-the-china-relationship/
Shane Jones criticised over attack on Supreme Court ruling: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, who called for Labour's Stuart Nash to be sacked when he ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/02/19/shane-jones-criticised-over-attack-on-supreme-court-ruling/
Parliament considered banning WeChat as well as Tiktok: A proposal by Parliament's cyber-security team to ban WeChat has so far been unsuccessful ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/04/parliament-considered-banning-wechat-along-with-tiktok/
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World first climate action passes NZ's top court: The Supreme Court has given the green light to a case against some of New Zealand's biggest polluters ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/02/21/world-first-climate-action-in-nzs-top-court/
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 ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/512056/christopher-luxon-to-speak-to-winston-peters-over-nazi-comments
$500k Auckland pedestrian crossing costs quietly corrected : A Herald headline this week said Auckland Transport was 'pushing on with $500,000 crossings' ...
rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/mediawatch/audio/2018926355/dollar500k-auckland-pedestrian-crossing-costs-quietly-corrected
Yup, say voters, just like we told you: Polling in 2024 is strikingly similar to the election night result – but there are a few other morsels to chew on.
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/20-02-2024/yup-say-voters-thats-what-we-meant
Crunch time for the pandemic treaty: Sharp words addressed to World Health Organisation (WHO) members instead of the usual soft diplomatic language
euractiv.com/section/health-consumers/news/crunch-time-for-the-pandemic-treaty/
Shaw's resignation a blow to Greens, but there's an opportunity for renewal too
newsroom.co.nz/2024/01/31/shaws-resignation-a-blow-to-greens-but-theres-an-opportunity-for-renewal-too/
Paid articlePaid National extends lead in latest Talbot-Mills poll, Chris Hipkins falls: National is extending its lead over Labour , with support for the party lifting two ...
nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/national-extends-lead-in-latest-poll-chris-hipkins-falls/FEFRB553ZZC37PSDUO7HQQB7EA/
As Canada doubles down on Nijjar allegations, New Zealand says its stand on investigation has not changed
thehindu.com/news/national/as-canada-doubles-down-on-nijjar-allegations-new-zealand-says-its-stand-on-investigation-has-not-changed/article67949630.ece
'It's sick, vicious': Strippers call on Parliament for fair working conditions: The strippers have delivered a petition to Parliament - they want sex workers to ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/508779/it-s-sick-vicious-strippers-call-on-parliament-for-fair-working-conditions
'I should have been clearer': Police Minister Mark Mitchell corrects record on recruitment target
rnz.co.nz/news/political/508041/i-should-have-been-clearer-police-minister-mark-mitchell-corrects-record-on-recruitment-target
Parliament considered banning WeChat as well as Tiktok: A proposal by Parliament's cyber-security team to ban WeChat has so far been unsuccessful ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/04/parliament-considered-banning-wechat-along-with-tiktok/
Paid articlePaid EU's infrastructure expertise on offer to NZ – ambassador: As NZ and the European Union seek to turn the potential benefits of a new trade deal into reality ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/04/eus-infrastructure-expertise-on-offer-to-nz-ambassador/
With one last hurrah, goneburger is goneburger: When James Shaw tweeted "James Shaw goneburger" it was the zenith of one political reporter's ...
rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/mediawatch/audio/2018924492/with-one-last-hurrah-goneburger-is-goneburger
Waitaki MP Miles Anderson’s maiden speech: Farmers given a ‘raw deal’: New Waitaki MP Miles Anderson has used his maiden speech in Parliament for a spirited ...
nzherald.co.nz/the-country/news/waitaki-mp-miles-andersons-maiden-speech-farmers-given-a-raw-deal/U7WZWLLOFVFODN5ANAYMOF2Q7Y/
New Zealand’s First Refugee in Parliament Resigns Over Shoplifting Accusations: Golriz Ghahraman stepped down, citing mental health concerns, and said that she’d ...
thedailybeast.com/new-zealands-first-refugee-in-parliament-resigns-over-shoplifting-accusations
Quick Glance: Golriz Ghahraman's Resignation and the Future of the Green Party - Latest Updates
- Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman stepped down from multiple important portfolios.
- MP Golriz Ghahraman's resignation is seen as a significant loss for the Green Party.
- Ghahraman left parliament due to allegations of shoplifting, which took a toll on her mental health.
- The Green Party will miss Ghahraman's expertise and advocacy in portfolios such as foreign policy and electoral reform.
Wellington High Court: Brawl erupts in public gallery at murder accused’s hearing, large police presence outside Parliament
nzherald.co.nz/nz/wellington-high-court-brawl-erupts-in-public-gallery-at-murder-accuseds-hearing-large-police-presence-outside-parliament/H4EUTYTPHRG65MYFX4VK4T5AL4/
Latest bit of politics very close to home: It does not get much more local for us at the Otago Daily Times than the business before Parliament’s economic ...
odt.co.nz/opinion/latest-bit-politics-very-close-home
National soars in first political poll of 2024, as Chris Hipkins crashes to record low
nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/national-soars-in-new-poll-as-voters-agree-country-is-on-track-chris-hipkins-crashes-record-low/TNS4GGJHIFDTZNGMKPQLNJOGJA/
Farmers given raw deal: Waitaki MP to House: New Waitaki MP Miles Anderson has used his maiden speech in Parliament for a spirited defence of farmers ...
odt.co.nz/rural-life/rural-people/farmers-given-raw-deal-waitaki-mp-house
Dame Anne Salmond: How to split a society: Societies that once had a strong sense of collective identity are being split into mutually hostile camps ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/01/13/dame-anne-salmond-how-to-split-a-society/
Jacinda Ardern’s wedding: Chris Hipkins on ceremony, his summer break, political year ahead
nzherald.co.nz/nz/chris-hipkins-on-jacinda-arderns-wedding-his-summer-break-and-the-year-ahead/ZA7LHCCD7RHUPKVJYPVM7WFUTA/
ScoMo set to resign from politics: Scott Morrison, who served as the 30th prime minister of Australia between 2018 and 2022, is set to resign from parliament ...
news.com.au/finance/work/leaders/former-prime-minister-scott-morrison-set-to-resign-from-parliament/news-story/bfe64a469da6c39360534d609f6c9ddb
Quick Glance: ScoMo's Resignation from Politics
- Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison is resigning from parliament after 16 years, triggering a by-election.
- Morrison stated it's time for a new member to bring fresh energy and long-term commitment to the community.
- Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor praised Morrison's legacy, including his contributions to AUKUS, handling Covid, and tax reform.
- Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie paid tribute to Morrison and emphasized that his resignation is ultimately his own decision, and his prime ministership will be well regarded.
The Kiri Allan story: 'This job really pushes you to your limit. Spiritually, physically, mentally. It’s a very uncomfortable environment.'
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/24-07-2023/the-kiri-allan-story
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.
Ministers asked to disclose tobacco industry links as smoke-free repeal again takes centre stage in Parliament
nzherald.co.nz/nz/ministers-asked-to-disclose-links-to-tobacco-industry-as-smokefree-repeal-again-takes-centre-stage-in-parliament/62ICOMVRKNDFFESTH7USJBAQKE/
Watch New Zealand MP's 'Absolutely Brilliant' 80-Second Takedown of GDP: "The squiggly line of GDP can go up but we also know full well that so too can ...
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