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NZ First leader Winston Peters leaving a vietnamese restaurant after having lunch with his advisor Paul Carrad. Peters says the decision is

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Political theatre: Stage left or stage right?

19 Oct, 2017 3:42pm
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A dispute over ministerial positions is delaying an announcement, NBR reports.

NZ First leader Winston Peters. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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In Winston's words: Timeline for a decision

19 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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How has Winston Peters' position on when an announcement will be made shifted?

Winston Peters says to make a decision in haste would be a bad idea. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Live: Tomorrow's the day!

18 Oct, 2017 5:24pm
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New Zealand First will be in a position tomorrow afternoon to make an announcement.

NZ First MP Ron Mark arrives at Parliament in his trademark cowboy hat. Photo / Nicholas Jones

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Live: D-day? NZ First 'closer' to decision

18 Oct, 2017 9:09am
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NZ First MPs have a caucus meeting this morning.

NZ First leader Winston Peters after secret one-on-one meetings with National leader Bill English and Labour leader Jacinda Ardern at Parliament. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Peters, Ardern and English in secret talks

18 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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Peters met with English and Ardern soon after the board meeting ended without a decision.

Labour leader Jacinda Ardern and Winston Peters emerging from a secret one on one meeting tonight. Bill English (right) exiting from the same spot in meeting a few days prior. Photos / Mark Mitchell

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Peters in secret meetings with English, Ardern

17 Oct, 2017 6:48pm
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Winston Peters is holding secret meetings with Bill English and Jacinda Ardern tonight.

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No Govt announcement today as talks continue into the night

16 Oct, 2017 6:22pm
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The NZ First meeting will continue tonight and tomorrow morning.

NZ First leader Winston Peters arrives at Wellington Airport this morning. Photo / Nicholas Jones

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Live: MPs twiddling their thumbs as they wait

16 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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Peters said the process had been far more complex than he had originally thought.

Former NZ First MP Pita Paraone says voters want change. Photo / Peter de Graaf

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Outgoing NZ First MP: People want change

16 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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Two former NZ First MPs say it makes sense to side with Labour.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. File photo.

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'Australia in North Korea's sights'

15 Oct, 2017 11:44am
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The US Ambassador to NZ is continuing to warn about the danger posed by North Korea.

After a week of coalition talks, Prime Minister Bill English now gets the weekend off. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Leaders face weekend in limbo again

14 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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The crucial NZ First meeting will be held on Monday.

NZ First leader Winston Peters is framed by the lift doors as he heads back to his office after coalition talks with Labour at Parliament today. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Decision looms after negotiations wrap up

12 Oct, 2017 9:50pm
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Winston Peters has promised NZ will know who their government is before end of next week.

NZ First leader Winston Peters indicated the meeting of the party's board and MPs would now happen over the weekend or Monday. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Funerals delay NZ First board meeting

12 Oct, 2017 3:15pm
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Winston Peters has delayed tomorrow's meeting until at least the weekend.

Winston Peters says options will be put to the NZ First board tomorrow. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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The deciders: Who's on NZ First's board?

12 Oct, 2017 9:19am
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Who sits on the board that will agree upon the next Government?

NZ First leader Winston Peter (right) and his negotiating team return from their coalition talks with Labour at Parliament. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Peters pledges major change whoever's in

10 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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NZ First leader confirms he expects changes concerning foreign ownership.

Winston Peters is refusing to say what policies are being discussed - but foreign ownership will be part of negotiations. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Peters says foreign ownership issues part of coalition talks

9 Oct, 2017 12:01pm
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Winston Peters finally speaks up about coalition talks.

Ardern and English seemed happy with progress with Peters. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Talks to form new Govt to go into the night

9 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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Winston Peters says talks are progressing policy by policy.

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Who's in front? NZ First starts talks with National, Labour

8 Oct, 2017 5:48pm
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Winston Peters is sticking with the party's deadline to make a decision by Thursday.

Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern talks with media, after the announcement of the Election special votes. Photo / Brett Phibbs

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Ardern: 'Majority of Kiwis voted against the status quo'

7 Oct, 2017 4:38pm
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Jacinda Ardern says she expects to be Prime Minister soon.

NZ First leader Winston Peters with his initial negotiating team, including Paul Carrad (front right). Photo / Mark Mitchell.

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Peters turns to old friend as talks begin

6 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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Paul Carrad has known Peters for many years and was part of his negotiating team.

Winston Peters with his initial negotiating team, from left, MP Tracey Martin, chief-of-staff David Broome, deputy leader Ron Mark and advisor Paul Carrad. Photo / Mark Mitchell.

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Winston on his position of power: 'we just can't win'

5 Oct, 2017 3:16pm
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"We just can't win - you can't win with the public, you can't win with the media."

Winston Peters said NZ First was yet to decide on its preferred governing framework. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Winston Peters outlines the rules of engagement

5 Oct, 2017 1:13pm
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Jacinda Ardern and NZ First leader and their teams meet to discuss protocol for talks.

NZ First leader Winston Peters with his initial negotiating team, from left, MP Tracey Martin, chief-of-staff David Broome, deputy leader Ron Mark and advisor Paul Carrad. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Speed dating: Peters says 30-minutes meeting with National 'went very well'

5 Oct, 2017 7:55am
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Winston Peters says that personalities involved in negotiating teams will matter to him.

NZ First leader Winston Peters with members of his caucus. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Talks start: Nats, Labour to meet Peters

5 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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NZ First will meet National in the morning, and Labour in the afternoon.

Labour Party leader Jacinda Ardern and deputy leader Kelvin Davis will meet with Winston Peters and his team tomorrow. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Jacinda Ardern readies for talks with NZ First

4 Oct, 2017 2:33pm
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Jacinda Ardern says she expects Labour or the Greens to pick up at least one extra seat.

Winston Peters will meet with Bill English and Jacinda Ardern tomorrow. Photo / Nick Reed

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Peters to meet National, Labour tomorrow

4 Oct, 2017 12:03pm
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Winston Peters will meet Bill English in the morning and Jacinda Ardern in the afternoon.

Green Party campaign committee member and former communications director Andrew Campbell. Photo / Nicholas Jones

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Bill English mixes sport and politics

4 Oct, 2017 11:28am
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Sport the focus in 9th floor meeting.

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Owen Glenn donates to National, Labour

4 Oct, 2017 10:20am
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Sir Owen Glenn gave $100,000 to the two main parties parties ahead of the election.

NZ First leader Winston Peters and deputy leader Ron Mark arrive at Wellington Airport today. Photo / Sarah Mitchell

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Peters lashes out at claim he 'wields all the power'

3 Oct, 2017 5:04pm
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Peters said he still believed it was possible to deliver a new government by October 12.

Winston Peters wasn't interested in taking a call from caretaker Prime Minister Bill English over the weekend. Photo / Dean Purcell

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Hold the phone: Peters snubs English's call

2 Oct, 2017 7:21am
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Bill English called Winston Peters, but Peters didn't answer his phone.

The study is carried out by Massey University researchers.

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Evidence of 'cannabis drought': study

29 Sep, 2017 3:17pm
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Methamphetamine is easier to get and cheaper.

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Winston's super info 'great gossip'

29 Sep, 2017 9:04am
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Bennett says she immediately realised she couldn't tell anyone.

NZ First leader Winston Peters after his press conference at Parliament. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Peters: The only authority is MMP

27 Sep, 2017 8:28pm
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Peters attacked reports suggesting he was out for revenge against figures in National.

NZ First leader Winston Peters and MP Darroch Ball arriving at Wellington Airport on their way to their caucus at Parliament. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Live: Winston Peters will wait for special vote count

27 Sep, 2017 4:15pm
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Peters dismisses notion National has any sort of "moral authority" in upcoming talks.

Peters was met at the airport by MP Darroch Ball and a waiting media pack. Photo / Nicholas Jones

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Live: Winston to speak after caucus meeting

27 Sep, 2017 2:50pm
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Winston Peters set to front media at 3pm, after New Zealand First's caucus meeting.

Broadcaster Sean Plunket will become a member of the Broadcasting Standards Authority. Zealand Herald Photograph by Dean Purcell.

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Plunket election tweet sparks complaints

27 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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"Hope everyone remembers to put a top on before going out to vote," Plunket wrote.

Labour leader Jacinda Ardern and deputy leader Kelvin Davis. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Winston's friend Kelvin Davis to help Labour talks

26 Sep, 2017 3:25pm
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Kelvin Davis said he was happy to cede the deputy Prime Minister role if required.

Deputy Prime Minister Paula Bennett takes part in a live Q+A with NZME. Photo / Dean Purcell

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Paula Bennett 'not bothered' about sacrificing deputy PM role

26 Sep, 2017 2:30pm
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'You'd expect some differences of opinion', English says.

New Labour MP Willow-Jean Prime at Parliament with her baby daughter Heeni. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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New arrivals at Parliament

25 Sep, 2017 3:56pm
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MP 101 lessons have started at Parliament.

Former NZ First MP Richard Prosser. Photo / File

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'He has always been Machiavellian'

24 Sep, 2017 8:39pm
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NZ First will get three new MPs and farewell five, including Richard Prosser.

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English expecting call with Peters

24 Sep, 2017 8:14pm
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Bill English says a National-NZ First government is the most stable option.

NZ First MP Richard Prosser has taken to Twitter to criticise some of the party's marketing material, also questioning the

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NZ First MP questions Winston Peters

22 Sep, 2017 1:49pm
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Richard Prosser - recently demoted in list rankings - has hit out.

The site outside Parliament where the incident occurred was blessed this morning. Photo / Nicholas Jones

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English extends condolences after man sets himself on fire

22 Sep, 2017 10:26am
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Bill English says there will be a thorough review after a man set himself on fire.

Jacinda Ardern mans the phones in the Labour call centre this evening. Photo / Nick Jones

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'Vote now,' Ardern urges young voters

21 Sep, 2017 6:48pm
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Labour leader said she's feeling surprisingly good as gruelling campaign nears its end.

Jacob Putson turned up with his homemade blue sign. Photo / Nick Jones

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Nats fan's sign ripped off him at Ardern uni walkabout

21 Sep, 2017 3:25pm
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Labour leader was mobbed by hundreds of fans - but one objected to one sign in particular.

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Ardern: Poll down to 'negative campaign from National'

20 Sep, 2017 8:09pm
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Both leaders agree parties are 'neck and neck' ahead of election day on Saturday.

Maori Party co-leader Marama Fox is 'quietly confident' ahead of Saturday. Photo / Mark Mitchell.

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Strategic voting top of mind: Maori Party

20 Sep, 2017 6:46pm
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"The bigger issues have started to take a side-step to the strategic voting as an issue."

The BSA said the assertions made in the ad were opinion rather than fact.

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Complaint over National's 'Let's tax this' ad dismissed

20 Sep, 2017 4:57pm
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The BSA ruling found the ad promoted the political opinions, rather than fact.

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'Voters cannot be this thick': Morgan on Jacinda effect

20 Sep, 2017 3:28pm
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"When 20 per cent of the population moves in 24 hours on a smiley face."

Act leader David Seymour will deliver a billion dollars in mock currency to an education union today in an election stunt. Photo / Jason Oxenham

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Election stunt: Mock currency delivery to education union

20 Sep, 2017 11:13am
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Wheel barrow full of the money will be delivered to the head office of NZEI in Wellington.

Bill English with wife Mary on the campaign trail today visiting Makana Confections in Blenheim. Photo / Nicholas Jones

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English on campaign trail: 'It's a simple choice'

19 Sep, 2017 10:29pm
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Prime Minister tells voters, "You have a clear choice between National and Labour".

Prime Minister and National leader Bill English. Photo / Dean Purcell

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English questioned on water and transport

18 Sep, 2017 5:03pm
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Almost every question put to English was about Morrinsville or Auckland Airport.

Prime Minister and National party leader Bill English. Photo / Nick Reed

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English: Block shows Auckland prices easing

18 Sep, 2017 1:25pm
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Bill English said The Block final shows that Auckland house prices are flat to falling.

Bill English said it was too early to know whether the person who damaged the line could face legal action. Photo / Dean Purcell

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English: No requests for airport fuel crisis aid

18 Sep, 2017 12:54pm
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English says no requests for help have been made to government after fuel line cut.

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Slow boat

17 Sep, 2017 10:00am
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Ghent is the perfect place for those who want to tarry, writes Nicholas Jones.

Prime Minister Bill English and Transport Minister Simon Bridges meet some new residents at the Kitten Inn in Kelson, Lower Hutt. NZ Herald photo by Mark Mitchell.

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Kittens, North Korea and climate change

15 Sep, 2017 6:05pm
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Bill English spent today in Wellington, Jacinda Ardern in Dunedin.

Workers at Kaiaponi Farms near Gisborne grilled PM Bill English on issues such as the minimum wage and why Winz turned down a heart-attack victim for the sickness benefit. Photo / NZME

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PM Bill English's visit to Gisborne farm sours

14 Sep, 2017 4:41pm
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PM's visit to a Gisborne farm sours shortly after he inspects a tray of lemons.

At one point Bill English was in a back-and-forth exchange with Robyn Lane, who told him minimum wage increases were simply not enough for many to survive on. Photo / Dean Purcell

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Bill English grilled by workers about minimum wage

14 Sep, 2017 2:36pm
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Workers told him it was hard to survive on current wages and the cost of food is too high.

National MP Jian Yang faces the media yesterday. Photo / Dean Purcell

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MP didn't name military institute names

14 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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Jian Yang says he had to use "partnership" university names to leave China.

Prisoners whose sentences are two years or less and who complete their training and treatment plan will be eligible for release 10 per cent earlier than under current settings. Photo / 123RF

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National policy would see jail time cut for low-risk prisoners

13 Sep, 2017 2:37pm
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Low-risk prisoners will have their jail time cut if they complete training programmes.

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'I never was a believer in this notion of stardust'

13 Sep, 2017 2:15pm
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Ardern says she doesn't accept suggestions the Greens won't make it over 5 per cent.

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Elite police 'flying squad': NZ First policy

13 Sep, 2017 11:58am
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"Rampant outbreaks of lawlessness and organised crime are the focus," Peters says.

National Party campaign chairman Steven Joyce says there is no need to bring NZ farmers into the ETS. Photo / Mark Mitchell.

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'Let's tax this': National's new ad

13 Sep, 2017 10:33am
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National has stepped up its attack on Labour.

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Peters keeps up criticism of Labour

13 Sep, 2017 10:05am
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Winston Peters has dismissed the latest poll as "not accurate".

The Act Party wants a crackdown on truants - and their parents. Picture / Michael Cunningham

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Act wants crackdown on parents of truants

12 Sep, 2017 4:59pm
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"If they fail to teach kids right from wrong then the Government needs to step in."

NZ First leader Winston Peters says changes are needed to get more Kiwi men to have their prostate health checked. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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No prostate check, no tax refund?

12 Sep, 2017 4:12pm
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"There should be serious incentivisation for people to go and get checked."

Labour Party leader Jacinda Ardern talks to Grant Covich, owner of the fish and chip shop where she got her first job while growing up in Morrinsville. Photo / Alan Gibson

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Farmers to protest in Ardern's hometown

12 Sep, 2017 11:56am
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"Farmers, and farming communities, are not punching bags for urban politicians."

Actor Sam Neill says the Rohingya are facing the

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'Do the right thing Bill': Sam Neill's plea

12 Sep, 2017 11:22am
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The UN says more than 300,000 Rohingya Muslims have fled to flood-hit Bangladesh.

NZ First leader Winston Peters believes his confidential superannuation details were leaked. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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IRD clears staff of Winston Peters leak

12 Sep, 2017 10:07am
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Inland Revenue says its staff did not leak the NZ First leader's superannuation details.

Winston Peters believes Labour already knows what it wants from a proposed tax working group. Photo / Nick Reed

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Peters to Labour: Front up on your tax plans

11 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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NZ First leader says he needs details if he's going to form a government with party.

Green Party leader James Shaw. Photo / Dean Purcell

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Greens' climate policy gives Kiwis $250 a year, Shaw says

10 Sep, 2017 2:31pm
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New climate change policy targets polluters - including all agriculture sectors.

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Peters criticises Labour on tax stance

9 Sep, 2017 6:17pm
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Peters suggested media be subjected to a stint in North Korea to learn about democracy.

Bill English in the new National Party video.

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Bill English: From shearing to the nappy bucket

9 Sep, 2017 5:17pm
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New National Party video enlists Mary English and John Key to sing PM's praises.

NZ First leader Winston Peters said living here was more expensive than London. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Peters promises 'new-generation' SuperGold card

9 Sep, 2017 3:59pm
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The card would be a loyalty card and a debit card issued by a bank.

James Shaw says our free range labelling laws need strengthening. Photo / Dean Purcell

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Greens query 'wild west' free range labelling

9 Sep, 2017 10:28am
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Australia has a legally binding, national definition for free range, NZ doesn't.

Former National and Act Party leader Don Brash is calling on voters to

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Peters best hope for 'colour-blind state' - Brash

7 Sep, 2017 6:06pm
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Don Brash says Winston Peters the best chance of "ending National's race-based policies".

Labour leader Jacinda Ardern announced the policy after a tour of Red Stag Timber near Rotorua today. Photo /Stephen Parker

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Winston Peters accuses Labour of 'dishonesty'

7 Sep, 2017 11:57am
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Labour's pledge to set-up a new forestry service has been praised by all except Winston.

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Who will be Whanganui's new MP?

7 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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Whanganui will get a new MP after Chester Borrows' decision to retire.

Labour leader Jacinda Ardern. Photo / Getty Images

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Ardern rules out land tax on family home

6 Sep, 2017 6:09pm
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The Labour leader has indicated that a land tax won't be applied to the family home.

Labour leader Jacinda Ardern meets her cousin at Grey Power meeting in Hamilton. Photo / Nicholas Jones

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Ardern bumps into her cousin in Waikato

6 Sep, 2017 5:09pm
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Jacinda Ardern spent the day campaigning in Waikato.

The Wall Street Journal compared Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern to US President Donald Trump. Photo / Mark Mitchell/AP

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Ardern takes offence at being compared to Trump

6 Sep, 2017 1:24pm
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Jacinda Ardern takes offence at being compared to Trump by The Wall Street Journal.

Labour leader Jacinda Ardern (centre) visits a building site in Pukekohe. She is pictured with BCITO group manager Glenn Duncan (left) and Labour MP Jenny Salesa. Photo / Jason Oxenham

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Ardern reveals her talent for metalwork

5 Sep, 2017 4:30pm
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Jacinda Ardern reflected on a career path not taken today.

Jacinda Ardern told the leaders debate that Labour would retaliate if Australia increased uni fees for Kiwis. Photo / Michael Bradley

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Ardern: More fees for Aussies, but benefits stay

5 Sep, 2017 10:46am
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Labour would maintain the moral high ground even as Aussie cuts Kiwi rights.

Labour Party leader Jacinda Ardern said she wanted to see more schools offering vocational courses. Photo / Alan Gibson

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Jacinda Ardern's $2000 promise to students

5 Sep, 2017 9:49am
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She promises award to best student in vocational courses in each state secondary school.

National Party deputy leader Paula Bennett. Photo / Andrew Warner

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Paula Bennett apologises to PM

4 Sep, 2017 1:13pm
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Bennett apologised to the PM for comments made about National's anti-gang proposals.

Infrastructure spokesman Steven Joyce said National would pass urban planning laws separate from the Resource Management Act if re-elected. Photo / NZME

BUSINESS

RMA alternative promised by National

4 Sep, 2017 12:53pm
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National would pass urban planning laws separate from the Resource Management Act.

Reform is unlikely under National and not a priority for Labour. Photo / 123RF

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Policy series: cannabis and drug reform

4 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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Where does each party stand on cannabis and drug reform?

Winston Peters talks to media today about his Ports of Auckland policy. Photo Nicholas Jones.

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Ports plan cost 'significant': Peters

31 Aug, 2017 3:47pm
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"It is so economically compelling as a sound argument that it busts past the parochialism"

Exiting MP Peter Dunne says he has changed his view on politicians. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Dunne: 'I now know how voters feel'

31 Aug, 2017 1:56pm
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Exiting MP Peter Dunne has changed his view on politicians.

Green Party's education spokeswoman Catherine Delahunty made the announcement in Wellington today. Photo / Paul Taylor

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'Children's champions' in Greens education policy

31 Aug, 2017 11:30am
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A school camp fund would be established to make sure all students can take part.

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NZ First port pledge a 'red herring': English

31 Aug, 2017 10:11am
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The Road Transport Forum lobby group calls the policy 'pure Stalinism'.

Winston Peters wants the relocation to Northport completed by the end of 2027. Photos / Richard Robinson / Hagen Hopkins

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Winston Peters' pledge: I'll move the port

31 Aug, 2017 6:53am
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Peters wants legislation to move all container operations to Northport at Marsden Pt.

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534 candidates gear up for election

30 Aug, 2017 2:51pm
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This year the candidate gender split is 341 men, 190 women.

Brigid Searle has had her car broken into several times, which was parked at her home in Mt Wellington. Photo / Brett Phibbs

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Dairy raids keep crime in spotlight

30 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Where do the parties stand on law and order policy?

Jacinda Ardern meets students at Eastern Institute of Technology in Gisborne.

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Ardern stood up in Gisborne

29 Aug, 2017 4:55pm
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Labour's East Coast candidate Kiri Allan was meant to accompany Ardern around town.

Prime Minister Bill English made the announcement today. Photo / Michael Cunningham

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New School of Rural Medicine to deliver 60 doctors a year

28 Aug, 2017 11:03am
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Difficulties attracting doctors to rural areas will see the Govt establish new school.

Winston Peters made the admission tonight after being contacted by media. Photo / Andrew Warner

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Peters reveals he was overpaid superannuation

27 Aug, 2017 7:10pm
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Peters made the admission tonight after being contacted by media.

Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said on August 16 it would

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Citizenship row: Ardern phone call offer still on table

27 Aug, 2017 4:21pm
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Jacinda Ardern hasn't spoken with Julie Bishop yet - but phone call offer still stands.

A special panel to hear Christchurch residents' insurance complaints is one of Labour's promises for the city, Jacinda Ardern says. Photo / Nicholas Jones

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Labour promises to fast-track Christchurch's rebuild

27 Aug, 2017 1:42pm
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Jacinda Ardern takes swipe at insurance companies' handling of Christchurch claims.

Plastic and other recycle material at All Bright Recycle Centre in Napier.

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Greens reveal 'cash for trash' refund scheme

27 Aug, 2017 11:56am
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The Greens say the policy could double recycling rates and save councils up to $40m.

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