On the campaign trail: Luxon talks up policies for older Kiwis; Hipkins visits dentist
National unveils its health policy, Labour releases pledge card as Greens, Act push cases.
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Election 2023: Christopher Luxon's dire interview and the big plays on the campaign trail
OPINION: For the first time in a long time, Luxon looked like the first-term MP he is.
Hipkins ordered to apologise over document release breach
Chief Ombudsman rebukes PM's office for delayed release of Auckland flooding documents.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers react to Claire Trevett’s take on National’s campaign launch
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Election 2023: Campaign kickoff marred by protests
The leaders didn't hold back as they led their parties' campaign launches.
Claire Trevett: Luxon's campaign launch mission was to look like a PM-in-waiting
OPINION: Luxon and Hipkins both did what they had to: convince voters they have a shot.
Shaneel Lal: Chris Hipkins needs to prove he is a queer ally through action, not acting
OPINION: 'I challenge Hipkins to commit to legislative protection for queers.'
Richard Prebble: Labour on track for their worst defeat - blame the non-voters
OPINION: We may see the lowest voter turnout since MMP.
Hipkins to miss engagements to care for 4yo daughter in hospital
Hipkins is known for keeping his family and personal life private.
'Don’t treat Māori as a political football’: Parties told to stamp out racist politicking
There was a show of political force at the Koroneihana today.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: GST policy on fruit and veges is rotten
Opinion: Chris Hipkins' announcement given an epic wall-to-wall trashing.
Govt releases details on Auckland’s northwestern busway, when work starts
The busway should take priority over other mega dream projects, says Wayne Brown.
Opinion: Valuing importance of both parents with newborns the 'right thing to do'
The idea of split parental leave is a good one - but NZ can do better, say experts.
PM expected to announce plans for Northwestern Busway in Auckland
National has also promised to build a Northwestern Busway, starting in 4-10 years.
Bryce Edwards: How Labour's tax cut will do little but benefit the rich
OPINION: The average shopper is unlikely to see any real change in supermarket prices.
Bottom trawling ban for Hauraki Gulf to be unveiled by Govt
Scientists have long warned about overfishing and pollution in the Gulf.
Political Round-up: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's endgame for NZ
OPINION: Blinken is heading Downunder for some 'good old-fashioned sports diplomacy'.
RNZ board member makes fresh comments on Kiri Allan saga, despite criticism from PM
Jason Ake is doubling down on public commentary about Kiri Allan.
Political Roundup: How PM failed to prevent Kiri Allan tragedy
OPINION: The tragic downfall of Kiri Allan is one Hipkins should have seen coming.
‘An awful lot of ministers’: Will Labour's election plans survive more instability?
And why another resignation may mean some soul-searching for National
Paula Bennett: Short on time, Labour gets tough on crime
Opinion: 'Rushed' roll-out of youth and crime policies screams of desperation.
China relationship requires “careful management” PM Chris Hipkins says
The Prime Minister will speak at the event.
Nato: NZ now needs to consider what our partnership with the alliance really means
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins had a front-row seat for debates over Ukraine's membership.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: 'Crash' poll a wake-up call for Labour
Opinion: Labour has fallen to its lowest level since at least 2019.
Steve Braunias: The Secret Diary of Lonesome Cowboy Chip
Opinion: The chairs in his office are empty apart from good old loyal Two-Cakes.
Fran O’Sullivan: China the key issue as trade ministers gather in Auckland
Opinion: Ministers coming to New Zealand from 11 countries are divided.
Grant Robertson gives briefing on Budget documents release
Chris Hipkins confirmed he ruled out a wealth tax or a capital gains tax in Budget 2023.
Cabinet Office's mea culpa to PM over airport shares saga
Wood was repeatedly told to sell his shares because of the potential conflict of interest.
Kiri Allan's future uncertain, PM lines up a 'good chat' with her
Hipkins says she is 'exceptionally talented' and has contributed 'an awful lot'.
Steve Braunias: The secret Chinese intelligence report on Chris Hipkins
Opinion: Agents keep close tabs on the PM during his trip to China.
Wyn Drabble: ‘I’ll tell you one thing’ about politicians’ weasel words
Opinion: "As I say, what I know, the reality is," I'm avoiding this question.
Making the grade: Should schools teach life skills like budgeting, driving and civics?
'If they can't get them from Mum and Dad, they need to get them from school.'
Editorial: Hipkins gets a break as Nats focus on bread and butter
While Hipkins is away in China, National will have more of the domestic spotlight.
Steve Braunias: The Secret Diary of Chris Hipkins
Opinion: Prime Minister is in fix-it mode, keeping the wheels on the Government bus.