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'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

Hipkins hits back at Peters after NZ First leader rules out future coalition

Hipkins previously said it's 'highly unlikely' Labour would work with Peters and party.

'Every little bit counts': Willis says ministers 'worked hard' to find savings, Seymour's cuts 'small portion'

The Government found about $5.3 billion overall in savings.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis Visit Griffins Foods in Papakura

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis Visit Griffins Foods in Papakura. Video / NZ Herald

Labour Leader Chris Hipkins reacts to Winston Peters ruling out working with him

Chris Hipkins speaks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about Winston Peters ruling out working with him after the next election. Video / Herald NOW

Peters rules out working with Labour after 2026 election if Hipkins is leader

The NZ First leader wants to be clear: he will never do a governing deal with Hipkins.

'No evidence': McSkimming cleared in firearms licence vetting probe

Police found no evidence McSkimming interfered with firearms licence vetting.

How much did Seymour's public sector savings contribute to Budget 2025?

'The coalition certainly hasn't saved as much as Act would save.'

Nelson Hospital redevelopment set to cost $500m over four years

A new five-storey unit with 128 beds will be built by 2029.