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Watch: Act remains Labour's 'worst nightmare' – new Deputy PM's message

David Seymour held a celebration brunch after being sworn in yesterday.

Home-schooled athletes denied medals to cycle 800km seeking rule change

School Sport NZ says its events are reserved for students enrolled fulltime in a school.

Gang patch ban: Police reveal how many charges, patches seized

Police say gangs have largely complied, reducing public fear and intimidation.

David Seymour speaks to the media after being sworn in as the new Deputy PM

David Seymour spoke to the media after being sworn in as the new Deputy Prime Minister today. Video / NZ Herald

Healthcare turf war: The tussle for public funds in the business of general practice

Family practice funding feud: a fight for public money.

Steven Joyce: AI is key to unlocking New Zealand's economic potential

OPINION: AI offers huge opportunities amid current economic challenges.

Education Minister Erica Stanford opens up on family, politics and protecting kids online

The politician and mum also opens up about love and a topic close to her heart.

‘Will not accept repeat of last winter’: Major move unveiled to boost country’s energy

The changes to hydro generation are expected to power around 6000 more homes.

'Disgraceful act': Debate ignites over walk-on flag installation, protest begins

Nelson Deputy Mayor defends the art, citing its challenge to the status quo.

$40m upgrade for Wellington Hospital ED, more beds added

ICU expansion is set for 2027, and the new ED is to be operational by 2029.

Inside texts between Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche and Minister Judith Collins

Collins shared a UK article titled 'under-peforming civil servants to be pushed out'.

'Buzz cut season' for red tape and regulation for hairdressing salons nationwide

David Seymour outlines changes to hairdressing regulations. Video / Supplied

Run it straight: PM on teen's death

Luxon says people need to take 'personal responsibility' following Palmy teen's death. Video / Mark Mitchell

Dogs and drinks allowed at hairdressers as 1980 rule slashed

Regulations will be revoked by the end of July, empowering business owners: David Seymour.

Richard Prebble: Labour's support of Te Pāti Māori over haka punishment will be defining issue for next election

OPINION: Te Pāti Māori leaders skipped the Budget debate despite protests on their behalf.

Herald NOW: Police shoplifting memo and the PM's post-budget tour

Adam Pearse discusses police shoplifting memo and the PM's post-budget tour on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW