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Govt needs to hire equivalent of Ashburton by 2026 to deliver transport promises

NZTA demanded a Government guarantee before signing off on the loan.

Roger Partridge: Parliament takes the wheel on contractor rules

OPINION: Legislative intervention shows Parliament taking its role seriously.

Agnes Naera: Progress for women in the boardroom still hard-won

OPINION: 131 years since Suffrage Day there is still work to be done.

Anti-gang legislation: Police Minister accepts rushed nature of last-minute amendment not ideal

Cabinet makes second change to proposed legislation after select committee stage.

David Seymour releases targets charter schools must hit to avoid repercussions

Schools face losing contracts if they fail to reach minimum standards.

‘Confrontational’ and ‘intrusive’: Careful approach needed on gang-patch ban in home, says Police Association

After two last-minute changes, the bill to ban gang patches is set to pass today.

Claire Trevett: A bad poll and an overseas trip makes Chris Hipkins an easy target

OPINION: It didn't take long for National to make merry with leadership speculation.

Aukus celebrates birthday as NZ continues to deliberate involvement

It's Aukus' third birthday, but NZ is no closer to making up its mind on the deal.

Japanese Ambassador met Govt to discuss energy crisis impact on investment

Japan's Ambassador warned high prices were squeezing big investors.

Govt to rush through second last-minute amendment to gang patch ban

A second late amendment will cover gang patches displayed in private cars.

Police Commissioner responds to criticisms over investigations into Aussie Malcolm's alleged abuse

The Police Commissioner says there was insufficient evidence to charge after initial probe

Family of man who died at Buller Hospital waiting for answers amid investigation

A petition urging MPs to act urgently to support Buller healthcare was delivered.

Transport Minister explores advertising boost to offset public transport funding cuts

Simeon Brown says riders will need to pay more.

Youth crime: Ministry of Justice data reveals doubling of burglary and 57% rise in robbery charges

The Ministry of Justice has released the latest data on court charges for the year.

Government still looking at tax on businesses masquerading as charities

The Government is getting advice on closing a longstanding loophole.

Watch: Opposition to grill Govt over new violent crime data

Mark Mitchell argues Kiwis feel safer but more work needs to be done to address crime.

'Love to be more popular': Hipkins says he has 'full support' of caucus after poor poll

Labour MPs deny manoeuvres are afoot as Hipkins goes to the UK.

Aussie Malcolm: Victim of alleged sex abuse urges police to keep investigating

The former Cabinet minister was accused of sexually abusing boys.