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'Never a political story': Ardern documentary co-director responds to criticism

Critics said the doco "Prime Minister" lacks depth into policy decision making.

Diana Clement: Is NZ still the Wild West when it comes to financial consumer protections?

OPINION: Kiwibank customers must wait until 2026 for deposit protection in crises.

Editorial: Reserve Bank needs to cut deep to get economy moving

OPINION: The Reserve Bank should make a super-sized cut to get the economy back on track.

'Not up to the job': Douglas and economist urge Willis to quit as Finance Minister

Nicola Willis insists the books will return to surplus in 2028/29.

Thomas Coughlan: Inside Nicola Willis' toughest day

OPINION: The Finance Minister was on the mat but the Opposition failed to strike.

Mangatu Blocks shareholders plan to appeal Māori Land Court dismissal

Judge Nathan Milner ruled support for court action fell short of the 10% legal threshold.

'Pretty unusual': Expert says China has outed itself over spying

Anne-Marie Brady says the Chinese Embassy's statement effectively 'dobbed itself in'.

Bryce Wilkinson: Alarming US public debt means NZ Government should be more prudent

OPINION: Net interest charges reached US$934b in 11 months, more than defence.

Councils push for KiwiSaver contributions but Govt shuts door

Councillors are classed as contractors, so miss out on KiwiSaver top-ups.

Shorter voting enrolment deadline: Minister has 'every confidence' Kiwis can adapt

Proposals would close enrolment 13 days before election day.

Letters: Black Ferns cause for celebration, All Blacks not so much

OPINION: The Black Ferns lift our spirits after that All Blacks display.

Act stands by MP who said pro-Palestine rally 'playing terro dress-up', Greens say Govt should 'show a spine'

Act's Simon Court made the remark on social media.

Audrey Young: Cabinet turns its focus today to recognition of Palestine

OPINION: These are the four broad options that New Zealand could take.

'Not lazy parents': 600 schools needing extra support to boost attendance

The Ministry of Education said regional teams will step in to support them.

Government aims to attract major events, announces $70m package

The Government is putting $70m into attracting major events to New Zealand.

Marama Davidson speaks from the 'March for Humanity'

Marama Davidson speaks from the 'March for Humanity' Video / NZ Herald