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Editorial: Key leaves Peters back in play

A week has never seemed such a long time in politics.

Bill English's long road to redemption

Reputation studiously rebuilt after a political mauling 14 years ago, the new PM now has chance to right the record, writes Claire Trevett.

Opposition tributes hide excitement

Labour appear quietly thrilled about the prospect of a National Party without John Key.

Key's resignation: Surprised NZ reacts

Social media has erupted following the news Prime Minister John Key will be stepping down next week.

Labour: Victory a 'bloody nose' for Key

Michael Wood's victory in Mt Roskill is a "bloody nose" for the Government, says Labour leader Andrew Little.

Young: Issues of nationalism and elitism on rise

COMMENT: Opposition parties are hoping that their own version of the Brexit-Trump contagion will take grip in New Zealand.

Key: Peters will tell only half the story

New Zealand First has history in opposing any new buildings to house MPs and ministers.

Opposition parties in virtual dead heat

The latest poll canvassed views not just views on political parties but on what impact a Donald Trump presidency would have on New Zealand.

PM: Disappointed by Trump's TPP stance

The Government may be disappointed by Donald Trump's TPP policy but it is pushing NZ interests in other markets, including Iran.

MP demands limb service inquiry

Limb service denies over-charging, rectifies administrative issues

Novopay blunder: Joyce orders investigation

A massive privacy breach has struck the beleaguered Novopay school payroll with personal details of staff members sent to wrong schools.

Motel hits out at Peters 'cheap labour' claim

The owners of an Auckland motel say they are the victims of a dirty trick after they were accused by New Zealand First leader Winston Peters of advertising for cheap, illegal labour.

Air Force needs new planes say MPS

The breakdown of Prime Minister John Key's military plane in Australia is the latest in a series of incidents.

Political Roundup: NZ elections aren't 'rigged', but questions remain

Although no leading politician is likely to claim that "election is rigged", there are numerous problems with democracy and elections that need debating.

Immigration cuts raise Peters' credibility

COMMENT: NZ First leader has been vocal about parents' strain on pension.

Call to move departments out of cities

The Ministry of Education based in Nelson? It could happen under New Zealand First policy.

More police possible, minister hints

We're working through the numbers, says police minister Judith Collins, as she suggests more cops may be on the way.

Feathers fly in danse macabre at Beehive

COMMENT: It was Real House Roosters of the Beehive kind of stuff, an A-grade brouhaha.