Adam Pearse is a Political Reporter for the New Zealand Herald based in the gallery in Wellington.
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'We’ve had a gutsful': Neighbours celebrate crackdown on unruly Kāinga Ora tenants
It's intended there will be consequences for tenants who regularly show poor behaviour.
Govt crackdown on anti-social Kāinga Ora tenants and unpaid rent
The NZ First leader compared 'race-based theory' to the Nazis in a speech yesterday.
Public pressure mounting on Govt as police pay negotiations stall
The next meeting in the negotiations was set for tomorrow.
Winston Peters clarifies his comparison of co-governance to Nazi Germany
The NZ First leader's comments were made during his State of the Nation address.
Warm blanket of campaign Winston welcomed by supporters at State of the Nation
The crowd was treated to many of Peters' greatest hits during his speech.
‘Drunk uncle at wedding’: Hipkins hits back at Peters’ Nazi Germany comments
The NZ First leader's speech was very similar to what he said during the campaign.
Field Days: The PM can use a digger and race a lawnmower but can he fix inflation?
Digging fun and lawnmower races didn't take away from farmers' inflation concerns.
Officials back return of pseudoephedrine sales but suggest meth production increase
Former PM Sir John Key's war on P didn't have a sizeable impact on its availability.
Teens beg MPs to stop ram raid bill as committee hears opposition
A spike in forms of youth crime, such as ram raids, was a significant election issue.
'Insulting’: Frustrated cops slam latest pay offer
Feedback will be sought by the Police Association over the coming days.
Better cancer treatment and child immunisation among Govt’s new targets
The final item of the 100-day plan was completed with the PM in Northland.
Gang patch ban inconsistent with Bill of Rights, passes first reading
Labour's spokesman said the party wanted to be constructive about addressing gangs.
Seymour and health co-chair say spat won’t overtake debate on school lunches programme
The other coalition co-chair is confident everyone can discuss matters in a mature way.
‘Tragedy for women’: Act responds to discharge without conviction after pensioner punched
The judge said the gravity of a conviction on the young man would be out of proportion.
'Road to nowhere': Govt criticised over $50 rego hike and fuel tax increase
The Government has unveiled its transport spending priorities.
Treaty settlement delays likely thanks to Govt’s public spending cuts
The Ngāpuhi settlement, among others, would be prioritised amid the spending cuts.
'It's a distraction': PM’s swift U-turn, will pay back $13k in accommodation allowance
Labour says PM 'treating hard-working Kiwis like a bottomless ATM'.
Police to coordinate gang liaison efforts in preparation for gang patch ban
The Justice Minister accepts the ban will be a challenge to implement.
'It is time we take back control': Govt going after gangs’ guns with new bill
'For too long, gangs have been an intimidating and unwelcome presence.'
Labour removes social media post describing Police Minister as ‘Mercenary Man’
Police Minister Mark Mitchell has stated his pride in the work he did overseas.
New Zealand designates Hamas’ political wing a terrorist entity
Former Prime Minister Chris Hipkins requested advice on the designation late last year.
Education Ministry boss assured job cuts to achieve Govt savings won’t impact students
The Government regularly claimed its cuts wouldn't impact frontline services.
'Not the story we thought we would be covering': Newshub reports its own demise
New Zealand's political leaders also say it is a sad day for NZ's democracy.
Watch: Enraged Hipkins' speech amid anti-smoking legislation repeal
Hipkins was also combative with the Speaker, who he accused of interrupting his flow.
'Shameful': Researchers condemn smoking law repeal as bill hits the House
The bill was introduced under urgency as the Government's 100-day deadline nears.
Chris Hipkins claims Stuart Nash broke Cabinet rules over crime policy comments
One senior MP claimed Nash's comments showed he was angling for Government contracts.
Watch: How the PM fared when a Black Cap bowled bouncers at his head
Did the PM's technique hold up against world-class bowling?
'Bordering on crisis': Luxon announces review of school property system
PM and Education Minister made the announcement today.
Cost of living and high inflation puts more children in poverty
Stats NZ figures released today show economic pressures affecting children.
'Divorced from reality’: Former Labour leader says of Ginny Andersen's claims about Mark Mitchell
Shearer recently concluded heading the United Nations mission in South Sudan.
Mark Mitchell unsure if he killed anyone during siege amid Labour MP’s claim
There was only one instance when Mitchell had had to use a weapon while working overseas.
Hipkins says MP 'went too far' with claims Police Minister was ‘paid to kill people’
Andersen also asked whether Mitchell had kept a tally on how many people he'd shot.
Almost all parties to support bill reversing ‘ineffective’ pseudoephedrine ban
It was expected the medicines would be available by next winter.
PM defends beneficiary sanctions, Opposition labels welfare reset 'politics of cruelty'
The Prime Minister is making good on his promise of tough love within the welfare system.
Chris Hipkins takes big popularity hit in latest poll
Two polls released earlier this year show National gaining support.
Govt’s spending cuts could force NZDF to defer necessary maintenance
It comes as attrition continues to "hollow out" the Defence Force.
Police Commissioner unable to rule out job losses amid Govt’s spending cuts
Training 500 new officers in two years is "ambitious" according to the Commissioner.
Health bosses seek solution as police look to change emergency response model
A drastic shift in how UK police respond to callouts has been raised by police here.
Christopher Luxon faces questions on Treaty Principles Bill
Politicians return to Parliament as the Government looks to complete its 100-day plan.
Fixing flawed 111 system a ‘major priority’ but no first-term commitment
The inability to text for assistance from emergency services was highlighted as a fault.
Labour’s warning to ratepayers as Govt lays out Three Waters replacement
The Government claims its plan is the most efficient way to deliver reform.
'2, 4, 6, 8, this government is out the gate': 1000 people march in Waitangi hīkoi
PM yesterday told his Waitangi speech missed the mark - but earns apology.
Tension, tolerance and protests greet Govt at Waitangi
Thousands gather to watch the arrival of the Prime Minister and politicians at Waitangi
'Stop selling us out' - tense scenes as Jones fronts up to Govt criticism
300 people slowly approached the marae in silence, holding up white flags.
Rawiri Waititi calls for Māori Parliament amid teasing of NZ First's Peters and Jones
Thousands filled the Waitangi Treaty Grounds to watch the Kīngitanga-led group walk on.
Labour promises Ngāpuhi support in fight against Government
The Opposition pōwhiri sets the scene for the Government's welcome on Monday.
How the coalition Govt intends to face Māoridom at Waitangi
Thousands are set to converge on Waitangi to hear what the Government has to say.
Trove of newly released briefing documents reveal state of country and challenges facing Govt
Documents have finally been released detailing the state of the country's services.
Watch: Kelvin Davis’ rallying call to Māori as he finishes politics with rockstar ending
Davis had no issue attacking the Government's policies regarding the Treaty.
Police Minister won’t stake job on police workforce boost, PM determined to achieve it
In the space of 24 hours, Mark Mitchell's view had reversed.
Mark Mitchell corrects answer after police promise flip-flop
Mark Mitchell said yesterday police training numbers couldn’t be delivered in two years.
Labour uses image of influencer charged with rape, human trafficking to endorse Instagram post
The divisive influencer is unable to leave Romania as his legal case progresses.
Luxon says Police Minister wrong on police training timeframe
Mark Mitchell had said police training numbers couldn’t be delivered in two years.
Listen live: Luxon talks to Hosking after Labour claims frontline police promise broken
The promise to deliver 500 new officers over two years looks like it's been extended.
Associate Health Minister likely confused over conflicting tobacco tax comments - PM
A leaked document indicated the NZ First MP had asked for advice on an excise tax freeze.
Prime Minister says he has a different view of Treaty to Seymour
It comes just days away from what promises to be an engaging Waitangi Day for the Govt.
Investigation finds Cabinet paper accidentally leaked from Oranga Tamariki to union representative
The investigation concluded before Christmas but the findings are coming out now.
Fear of Treaty ‘meddling’ central to Govt’s Rātana challenge as Waitangi Day beckons
This year's Rātana may have seen the first politician get booed on the marae.
'I don’t mind the provocation': PM speaks on Treaty Principles Bill
Luxon said there was a “range of views and feelings and people are free to express it”.
'Awakened the taniwha': PM expecting strong challenges from Māori at Rātana
Two of the three coalition partners will be attending the annual Rātana celebrations.
Māori King calls for hope over protest while dismissing Govt Treaty bill
It was estimated more than 10,000 people from across the country attended the hui.
White supremacy call on govt 'premature', Nat MP tells hui
More than 100 members of Waikato Tainui have welcomed a mass contingent.
Man wins tussle with NZTA over ‘offensive’ licence plate with help from David Seymour, Simeon Brown
The 'balls' were in the Transport Minister's court, according to Seymour.
Leaked ministry advice: Proposed Treaty Principles Bill ‘highly contentious’
The Justice Minister says there will be an investigation into the leak.
Minister demands action from Kāinga Ora over thousands of empty state homes
The public housing waitlist numbers more than 25,000.
The rise and fall of Golriz Ghahraman: refugee, human rights lawyer, former MP
The woman who was New Zealand's first refugee MP has resigned from Parliament.
Act won’t attend Rātana; Luxon and Peters set to speak
Act leader David Seymour says the Waitangi Day celebrations carry more significance.
Activist in Santa disguise defaces Israel embassy in Wellington
It's not the first time paint has been used to protest Israel's actions in Gaza.
'Support for Ukraine’s sovereignty remains strong and constant' - Luxon tells Zelenskyy
The two leaders spoke this morning about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
NZ and Aus increase defence co-operation to combat Pacific militarisation
The leaders of the two countries have met for the first time since Luxon became NZ PM.
Luxon says NZ will ‘explore’ joining pillar of Aukus security pact
Australia has done New Zealand a 'real solid' on deportation, according to Luxon.
Speaker warns MPs after PM’s wife raised in debate over discounted Tesla
Brownlee forbids further questions on topic; Luxon to fly to Australia tomorrow.
Sir Bill English to lead Kāinga Ora review, Luxon says te reo lessons make him better PM
Housing Minister has received “worrying advice" about financial situation of Kāinga Ora.
‘Embarrassing’: PM’s trip to Aus in doubt as he backtracks on using Boeing 757 relics
It's far from the first time these planes have experienced issues.
'Tell the truth': Swarbrick responds after accusing PM of 'demonstrable lie'
As Luxon spoke, Swarbrick could be heard saying his comments were a 'demonstrable lie'.
Urgent repeal of Labour’s laws begins with unions set to protest Parliament
Labour leader Chris Hipkins was on a mission to show the division within the coalition.
Winston Peters' combative Question Time; youngest MP since 1853 gives maiden speech
Luxon is in Australia for his daughter's university graduation.
Fair pay legislation repealed by Christmas, 90-day trials extended
The coalition Government is keen to start repealing some of Labour's laws.