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What Bremworth’s $2m Kāinga Ora contract means for Whanganui
'Inclusion of wool is a win for New Zealand’s farmers.'
‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rules
Peter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.
Meat and skincare on the agenda for PM's first day in China
Christopher Luxon's first day in China includes a surprising win for cosmetics exporters.
An end to doctor fee hikes? What GPs say as funding wrangle ends
General practice representatives are in the final stages of negotiations with Health NZ.
All rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1
Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.
Takeover powers: Govt set to override councils under RMA shake-up
Cabinet will insert a new regulation power into the Resource Management Act.
Opinion: Trump's rise and return centred on power and retribution
NYT OPINION: He's using the government more openly against perceived enemies now.
Government will not agree to Treaty settlements that dispute Crown's sovereignty
Former minister Andrew Little says the Government's stance is unnecessary.
Vaccine experts removed by Trump health chief sound the alarm
They say RFK jnr's move has 'left the US vaccine programme critically weakened'.
Labour MPs apologise for swearing at acting PM David Seymour
Regulation Minister David Seymour responds after Labour MP Deborah Russell apologised for swearing at him to kick off a tetchy select committee. Video / Mark Mitchell
Health NZ directed to offer 10-year contracts for elective surgeries
Almost 10,000 surgeries were outsourced, nearing the June target of 10,579.
Vietnam lawmakers abolish district-level government
They merged provinces, cutting nearly 80,000 jobs.
Minnesota manhunt ends: Suspect in lawmaker's murder captured
Police captured Vance Boelter, 57, ending a two-day manhunt in Minnesota.
Southern Mexico mayor shot dead in her office
Four armed men killed Mayor Lilia Garcia and a staff member in Oaxaca.
Rising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid Inquiry
Economists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.
Opinion: Why Govt spending on tourism is great news for Kiwis wanting to leave
OPINION: Louise Upston champions a $35m tourism package to boost growth.
Exclusive: Luxon on trade with China, getting on President Xi's Christmas card list
The PM isn't sure whether he's on President Xi's Christmas card list, like Sir John Key.
Treasury warns Health NZ cuts need to double; Minister disputes figures
The figures hint at cuts of $1.2b this year; Health NZ needs $600 million in savings
Shane Te Pou: This Government is showing us what it values
OPINION: Why WorkSafe changes are leaving workers vulnerable.
'Beyond ridiculous': Neighbours almost sell 87-year-old's $800k home over $51k debt
John Boardman faced losing his home for a body corporate debt he claims was a 'scam'
Call for more rural psychologists to help farmers
Experts warn there's high demand for mental health support in rural areas.
Inquiry to consider if judge should be removed after NZ First incident
The inquiry relates to Ema Aitken's behaviour at the Northern Club last year.
Farm-to-forest conversions continue - report
Close to 40,000ha of farms sold for forestry since September last year.
Opinion: Water issues reveal the burden on ratepayers is already too great
Ratepayers may face doubled costs when new water entities take over.
Matthew Hooton: Luxon’s China and Nato scheduling dilemma
OPINION: PM faces a choice between democratic friends and “awful foursome".
Editorial: Lack of transparency erodes trust in Reserve Bank
OPINION: The staff at the RBNZ dug their fox holes – and they dug them deep.
Australia ‘confident’ in US nuclear sub deal despite review
The Aukus deal aims to counter China's growing military power.