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'Cowardly': ACC staff learn of 300 job cuts from email
The cuts would be a 9 percent reduction in the Crown entity's total workforce.
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ACT's Treaty interpretation misleading - claimants tell Tribunal
1:35 pm todaySpeaking to the Waitangi Tribunal, Ngāpuhi Kaumātua Hone Sadler said ACT's interpretation is not in tune with the intent of Te Tiriti.
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Ponsonby shooting: Hone Kay-Selwyn death not suspicious
about 1 hour agoThe death of Hone Kay-Selwyn, who was involved in the Ponsonby shooting, is not being treated as suspicious, police say.
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What we learnt from Nicola Willis' pre-Budget speech
11:46 am todayThe Finance Minister has done a conservative lift of the lid on her upcoming Budget. Here's what she laid out.
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School lunch revamp: 'The biggest waiting list since 2018'
about 1 hour agoUp to 10,000 more hungry children under five will become eligible for free lunches under the government's revised lunches in schools programme.
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'Completely stupid' - Ex-Tuvalu PM hits back at Shane Jones
6:44 am todayEnele Sopoaga - who still serves as an MP in Tuvalu - says the climate crisis is the "main enemy".
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Double job MP's resignation from council may not stop by-election
1:42 pm todayThe mayor says she understands the MP's bid to avoid a costly by-election but the decision is one for councillors.
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'It's practical, it's sensible': Compulsory work seminars for job-seekers announced
1:57 pm todayBeneficiaries looking for a job will have to attend a work seminar within two weeks of starting to receive welfare under new requirements.
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Cabinet mulls creation of mega spy agency
10:43 am todayThe agency, first floated after the Christchurch mosque attacks, is under "active consideration".
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Watch: 'Darkest before the dawn': Willis rules out austerity Budget
9:18 am today"Every dollar counts and our Budget will reflect that reality," the Finance Minister has told an audience..
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The OECD's big concern about New Zealand's emissions
11:08 am todayFears that New Zealand is relying too heavily on low-cost forests to absorb its carbon dioxide emissions have been reignited by a report from the OECD.
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Wellington zoning changes backed by minister, but not all are happy with decisions
8 May 2024The capital will get more housing including six-storey buildings and minimum front and side yard requirements in high-density residential zones.
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Labour MP apologises over 'offensive' Hamas tweet to Seymour
8 May 2024Duncan Webb had queried if the ACT leader did not like hummus because it is too close to Hamas.
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'They thought I was a tree Tory'
8 May 2024Former Green Party co-leader James Shaw calls out tribalism and hyper-partisanship - including in his own party.
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School lunches: Seymour failed to get sweeping cuts he wanted, Labour says
The Labour Party is claiming a win for its campaign that the government commit to keeping and funding free school lunches. Audio
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Government considers removing election day voter enrolment
8 May 2024Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says very few countries allow it, and New Zealand should consider changing the rules. Audio
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Free school lunches: Government budgets $3 per meal
8 May 2024A new interim delivery model will kick in next year to allow time for a full redesign of the scheme before any more money is dedicated.
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Foreign Affairs minister to lead Pacific delegation
8 May 2024The Foreign Affairs minister is heading on a five-stop Pacific tour, which he says will strengthen New Zealand's engagement in the region.
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Te Pāti Māori comments: 'That kind of language isn't helpful'
8 May 2024Political parties have roundly criticised Te Pāti Māori for using words like 'extermination' and 'white supremacy' in the House. Audio
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Protest against Fast Track Approvals Bill marches to Parliament
8 May 2024Iwi would not allow the government to degrade its whenua, moana or awa for the purpose of urban development, ministers were told.
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A fourth urgent inquiry by the Waitangi Tribunal
8 May 2024The Tribunal is conducting another urgent inquiry into plans to require councils to hold a binding referendum on Māori wards.
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What would it take for Luxon to win back unimpressed voters?
2 May 2024Opinion: The Prime Minister's coalition partners are testing - even undermining - his authority and credibility.
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How do we get out of the way of climate change?
8 May 2024"Ad hoc" house buyouts after major disasters cannot continue, the Climate Change Minister says.
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'Social bonds' for healthcare, housing examined
8 May 2024Ministers have sought advice on 'social impact bonds', which offer a potential return on private investment in public services.
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How the coalition plans to replace the Māori Health Authority
18 Apr 2024The coalition government got rid of the Māori Health Authority in a hurry. What is it doing now instead?
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Genesis Energy to fire up coal imports, citing increased demand, dwindling gas supply
8 May 2024Genesis Energy is to resume importing coal, as reduced gas supplies and increased demand add to the problems of keeping the lights on. Audio
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Julie Anne Genter responds after behaviour in House, accusations
7 May 2024"I can do better," she says, acknowledging the need to work on her de-escalation strategy.
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How many beds will Waikeria Prison get?
7 May 2024The government has clarified just how many beds the Waikato prison will get after a series of maths gaffes - 455, 600, 810 or 1865? Audio
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