Latest from Department of Internal Affairs
'Matrix change': Winning Lotto Powerball could soon become much harder
Lotteries NZ is seeking government permission to tweak the rules of Lotto Powerball.
PM’s deep dive into Michael Forbes scandal to release findings in August
Parliament staffers are currently having their clearances checked.
Why greyhound racing is fighting back against looming ban
The ruling body is seeking a judicial review of the Government's closure decision.
No pokies for pool hall: Venue struggles after liquor license loss
Welcome Bay Tavern reopened as an alcohol-free pool hall, then lost its gaming licence.
'You can have 2, not 3': Polyamorous throuple's battle to keep names on kids' birth certificates
The Attorney-General has challenged a decision allowing all three parents to be named.
How end-to-end encryption shields online child exploitation
Internal Affairs blocked over one million attempts to access illegal content last year.
'Built on terror': FBI crackdown on satanic cult with NZ ties
The DIA says NZ children are 'highly likely' victims of 764's online exploitation.
'Mana over money': Influencers reject gambling promo amid crackdown - two don't comply
Te Rawhitiroa Bosch refuses to promote online gambling to his followers on ethical grounds
New Zealand’s declined baby names of 2024 revealed
Names must not be offensive, resemble a rank, or be 'unreasonably long'.
Gambling promo: Millie Elder-Holmes faces complaint, 26 influencers now on watchlist
Internal Affairs said it has received 50 complaints about influencers promoting gambling
‘Formal warning’: Govt orders influencers to stop promoting gambling
Online casinos have enjoyed a surge in promotion online.
Man travelled on fake passports between NZ, Australia and Fiji for three years
The passports contained his photo but the details of someone else.
Influencers breaking law with casino ads to face crackdown
Authorities warned influencers about hefty fines for promoting offshore casinos.
Opinion: New Watercare Charter will deliver better deal for Aucklanders
OPINION: The estimated savings will total around $900 million over four years.
Immigration data reveals which countries are on the rise
Almost 40,000 people became citizens last year, a 67% increase in Pacific Islanders.
Cause of PM’s limo crash revealed in private messages and photos
Police blame driver 'misjudgment' for the roundabout collision.
‘Serious addiction to disgusting things’: Preschool teacher tells police
The 22-year-old woman was arrested after an FBI sting in the US.
Highest CEO payout triggered by change in Government: $532,500
Water services boss Jon Lamonte pocketed a half-million-dollar payout when Govt changed.
'Retool, upskill': Initiative turns beach debris into job opportunities
Slash for Cash is transforming slash into valuable products.
Mum-of-three told to pay $32,500 to IRD in two weeks
Another parent says a mistake happened while registering her child's birth.
Duo arrested, firearms seized in West Auckland text scam raid
Police said inquiries remain ongoing and further arrests cannot be ruled out.
Christchurch Casino caught up in money laundering legal action
The DIA says casinos not taking strong measures against money-laundering will be targeted.
Online predator's 'sustained campaign of terror' ended by one small mistake, police say
Police: 'It took nearly two years to charge Cottam and get justice for his victims.'
'Unmasking monsters': Meet the Customs team intercepting child sex abuse material
New documentary goes inside the elite Customs team investigating child sex material in NZ.
'Sickening': Female preschool teacher charged with possessing child abuse images
The teacher has been in court and has been granted interim name suppression.
SkyCity AGM: Shareholder criticism for non-compliance, regulatory actions by authorities
Shareholder said company had been mismanaged and asked about accountability.
DIA restructure finds more job cuts, despite protests from staff, union
The Department of Internal Affairs will cut a number of its senior leaders.