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Drug prosecutions creeping up again
The law change was hailed as effective decriminalisation of drug use. Has that happened?
‘I may never be the Todd Muller I was four years ago': Former National leader on rebuilding, moving on
Todd Muller describes rebuilding himself after 2020 - and deciding to leave.
What drives Christopher Luxon? The full story of the man who wanted to be PM
Many voters said they didn't know much about him. We went looking for more.
Paula Bennett: Twas the night before Xmas and Parliament was leaking
OPINION: Former Deputy PM pens a Christmas Eve poem.
Journalist’s 'insane' journey in search for fiscal holes in 1800 page budget
Labour finance spokesman Grant Robertson also launched a research mission.
Activist in Santa disguise defaces Israel embassy in Wellington
It's not the first time paint has been used to protest Israel's actions in Gaza.
Audrey Young: 'Vibe' budget leaves key questions hanging
OPINION: We wanted details about tax cuts. We did not get them.
New waiata calls out plans to rewrite Te Tiriti principles
Māori singers have produced a waiata in relation to new Government policies.
'Support for Ukraine’s sovereignty remains strong and constant' - Luxon tells Zelenskyy
The two leaders spoke this morning about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
'Strange bedfellows': Politicians trade last barbs in final Parliamentary debate
MPs from across the House have made their last speeches before rising for Christmas.
Chloe Swarbrick apologises for ‘demonstrable lie’ claim at PM
MP said in debating chamber PM Christopher Luxon had lied - a breach of the rules.
A day after criticising fiscal cliffs, the new Government announced one of its own
$50m in time-limited health funding for Māori immunisation has been announced.
Willis still forecasts tax cuts despite gloomy economic outlook
The new Government says it is committed to its tax cut plan despite the worsening economy.
Editorial: Grim outlook no surprise but political hyperbole unhelpful
OPINION: National must be cautious not to let gloomy rhetoric undercut confidence.
NZ and Aus increase defence co-operation to combat Pacific militarisation
The leaders of the two countries have met for the first time since Luxon became NZ PM.
Chris Bishop admits he dislikes Henry VIII clause despite putting one in new RMA law
The Minister got a ticking off for a wide-ranging clause in the new RMA law.
Speaker's apology to Chris Hipkins over Luxon Tesla
Apology followed exchange over Telsa owned by Luxon's wife.
Willis unveils $7.4 billion in cuts as gloomy economy weighs on Government
A gloomy economic outlook - with a silver lining on inflation.
Nicola Willis does it again: House erupts in laughter at Question Time gaffe
The quip follows a prior gaffe when she asked the then minister 'how big is his hole?'
Luxon says NZ will ‘explore’ joining pillar of Aukus security pact
Australia has done New Zealand a 'real solid' on deportation, according to Luxon.
Resource management laws scrapped under Urgency
Bishop says the old RMA is not ideal, new laws not likely until 2026.
Adrian Orr invokes ghost chips, Muldoon
Migrant numbers and sluggish GDP are a real surprise, Orr admits.
Jacinda Ardern's legacy: Barry Soper, Audrey Young on how former PM will be remembered
Ardern quit politics in January in a surprise move pre-election.
Audrey Young: Foreign Minister Mark III - Peters surrounded by old work family
OPINION: Foreign policy is definitely under new management.
Moment of truth for Nicola Willis as she faces first Budget test
Nicola Willis says the country has had six years of economic mismanagement.
'Clever workarounds': Labour reveals list of 155 ‘fiscal cliffs’ left by National
The battle over irresponsible budgeting heats up as we close in on Mini-Budget day.
Govt reveals when phones will be banned in schools
The Education Minister says the policy will apply from term two.
Audrey Young: Brownlee off to a solid start as Speaker
OPINION: It's a tricky job, but so far the political veteran is making it look easy.
Speaker warns MPs after PM’s wife raised in debate over discounted Tesla
Brownlee forbids further questions on topic; Luxon to fly to Australia tomorrow.
Simon Wilson: The Toyota Corolla principle of planning
OPINION: After the ferry cancellation, how will we plan better infrastructure?
Luxon defends taxpayer funding for his te reo lessons after hypocrisy claims
Luxon says learning te reo will make him better at his job.
Boeing, Boeing, haere rā: The flexi-promises of Christopher Luxon
The words of Opposition came back to slap Luxon in the face in threes.
Sir Bill English to lead Kāinga Ora review, Luxon says te reo lessons make him better PM
Housing Minister has received “worrying advice" about financial situation of Kāinga Ora.