PoliticsAnti-gang laws softened but still likely to breach Bill of Rights ActA select committee report ignores suggestions to make the law more Bora-consistent.04 Jul 02:26 AM
PoliticsMinister defends mental health targets despite absence of dataMatt Doocey says he's confident they can be achieved.04 Jul 12:30 AM
PoliticsGovt unveils plans to 'flood' cities with more housingSize and balcony requirements will be gone as part of sweeping changes announced today.03 Jul 09:56 PM
KahuMāori hit back over Treaty of Waitangi Principles Bill as misleading and innacurateTranslators claim Act's Treaty Principles Bill is factually incorrect and misleading03 Jul 06:34 PM
PoliticsGovt launches 'urgent' review into Wairoa flood responseThe community had expressed concern the bar at the river mouth hadn't been opened up.02 Jul 11:38 PM
PoliticsGovt introduces standardised testing in primary schoolsThe 'progress monitoring' checks will focus on reading, writing and maths.02 Jul 11:30 PM
PoliticsPM to travel to US for Nato summit with security a key focusUkraine war and China are likely to be on the agenda.02 Jul 09:55 PM
New ZealandMarama Davidson’s surgery and youth crime targets | Focus Morning Bulletin July 3, 2024This morning, Chereè Kinnear reports Marama Davidson's surgery, no public media merger, and the Police Minister's youth crime goals. VIdeo / NZ Herald / Whakaata MāoriWatch02 Jul 07:48 PM
OpinionDebbie Ngarewa-Packer: 'If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it' - we need certainty on Whānau OraOPINION: 'The Government continues to pursue a narrow-minded, anti-Māori agenda.'02 Jul 05:00 PM
Politics‘Significantly more prevention work required’: Minister warned of hurdles in youth crime reduction targetPolice Minister was told the target was ambitious and would require other agencies.02 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsClimate cringe: Why Niwa was nervous about buying 'large American ute'Officials considered having no branding on the controversial $170k utes.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGreens co-leader Marama Davidson to undergo surgery 'first thing' today“I’m trying my darndest to turn my focus completely to my whānau and whakapapa now."02 Jul 11:02 AM
PoliticsWelcome Project Orange: the new name for project to replace ferriesNew ferries will be some time away but the project to replace them has a new name.02 Jul 05:05 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFinance Minister unreceptive to calls for new finance monitoring unitNew Zealand warned it's not immune from the risk that Budgets start lacking credibility.01 Jul 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Oranga Tamariki boss must have missed memo on handling leaks and staff moraleOPINION: Chappie Te Kani slams staff leaks as his organisation lets hundreds go.01 Jul 05:05 PM
PoliticsLuxon compares Govt action plan to 'corporate turnaround'Law and order will be the Government's focus.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSour grapes: Opposition to Parliament wine brand plansContracts are due to be signed-off in August.01 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsPolice Minister claims NZDF misunderstood Govt boot camps, promises ‘heavy Defence involvement’A boot camp pilot was set to begin this month.01 Jul 06:46 AM
PoliticsWatch: PM unveils 'action plan' for next three monthsIn the Q3 plan, four bills would be passed addressing law and order.01 Jul 03:14 AM
Politics$2 or $23 an hour? Disabled workers at centre of political stoush ‘often’ receive minimum wage equivalentOutrage at wage top-up scheme's dumping misplaced, says minister.01 Jul 01:21 AM
New ZealandJudge's full reasons for ex-MP Golriz Ghahraman's case ending with convictionThe former Green Party standout said a conviction might derail her legal career.30 Jun 10:21 PM
PoliticsPM lauds scrapping Auckland fuel tax, increasing paid parental leaveIt comes as the Govt reaches the deadline for its second-quarter action plan.29 Jun 09:43 PM
PoliticsGovt reveals mental health targets, hints at alcohol law reform in health roadmapThe Health Minister admits his expectations will be challenging to achieve.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDerek ChengDerek Cheng: Examining the evidence around Luxon's law and order reformsOPINION: Why the PM's hands are tied in dropping the dumb stuff in justice reform.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderHollywood and horror in Domain - film stars in NZ; BSA rules on Hosking 'Māorification' commentAd agency liquidated; Govt moves to save Shorty St; Stuff's search for a 6pm studio.27 Jun 06:05 PM
PoliticsTransport Minister unrepentant about cycle lane cuts for pothole repairs and new roadsBrown has released the Government's final roads and transport plan.27 Jun 04:52 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Crime, coalition 'cracks' and unicorn kisses - just another week in politicsOPINION: Also in today's wrap - the PM's medicine comeback and Andrew Bayly's flying leap.27 Jun 01:10 AM
PoliticsPublic consultation on reversing live animal export ban to startThe Government is expected to introduce legislation to Parliament next year.27 Jun 01:05 AM
PoliticsCrime steady overall, rise in feeling unsafe, big rises in fraud, vehicle theft – surveyHighly victimised groups were Māori, young people, the disabled and the LGBT+ community.27 Jun 12:26 AM
PoliticsClimate change: Panel members revealed for review of country’s methane goalsPanel to be chaired by former climate change commissioner and respected farmer.26 Jun 11:23 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisDerek ChengWhat's coming up in final days of Luxon’s action planSeveral items were mere formalities. Others were easy ticks. Anything substantive?26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsRevealed: Sliding levels of trust and confidence in police, people feel less safe after darkPolice Minister says downward trends justify law and order focus.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Loss-reactive shoplifting': Experts on Golriz Ghahraman's explanation for her crimesDr Dougal Sutherland said the condition impacts about 5% of the population.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment moves to harsher punishments for offences committed on bail, parole, or in custodyJustice Minister Paul Goldsmith says longer sentences will bring greater accountability.26 Jun 12:25 AM
