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Thomas Coughlan: The focus behind Govt's council shake-up – and the battle on its hands

OpinionThomas Coughlan

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Thomas Coughlan: The focus behind Govt's council shake-up – and the battle on its hands

OPINION: The Government's proposal reveals two truths.

25 Nov 05:47 AM

Politics

'Most significant changes since 1989': Govt plan would scrap regional councillors in sweeping overhaul

Mayors would take over regional roles under the new proposal.

25 Nov 04:00 AM

New Zealand

How a Pacific flag ended up at the centre of a global oil-smuggling row

Diplomats in Helsinki and London have raised the alarm with New Zealand officials.

25 Nov 04:00 AM

Christchurch

Respected guide among two dead after Aoraki Mt Cook tragedy

25 Nov 02:59 AM

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Opinion: Why 2026 may be Robertson’s toughest All Blacks challenge

OpinionPaul Lewis

Opinion: Why 2026 may be Robertson’s toughest All Blacks challenge

25 Nov 02:25 AM

Crime

Arsonist who caused millions of dollars in damage refuses to show her face during sentencing

25 Nov 02:00 AM

Travel news

Disabled traveller left 'black and blue' after being told to slide down Air NZ plane stairs

25 Nov 02:00 AM

New Zealand

'Frenzied': Gang member stomped on inmate in pack attack while on remand for murder

25 Nov 01:00 AM

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Wellington

Job cuts loom at Wellington City Council as review says it's overstaffed by 330 roles

25 Nov 12:52 AM

Wellington sport

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OpinionPaul Lewis

Opinion: Why 2026 may be Robertson’s toughest All Blacks challenge

25 Nov 02:25 AM

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Razor's next step: What All Blacks’ Cardiff win tells us about 2026 prospects

OpinionPhil Gifford

Razor's next step: What All Blacks’ Cardiff win tells us about 2026 prospects

23 Nov 05:31 PM

Auckland FC

From peak to pause: Auckland FC stumble in bid to stay top of A-League

23 Nov 01:45 AM

All Blacks

'Helluva year': Robertson upbeat after All Blacks finish year with win

22 Nov 11:00 PM

All Blacks

All Blacks hit 50 to end season in style

22 Nov 05:00 PM

Politics

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OpinionThomas Coughlan

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Thomas Coughlan: The focus behind Govt's council shake-up – and the battle on its hands

OPINION: The Government's proposal reveals two truths.

25 Nov 05:47 AM

Politics

Police accept Jevon McSkimming sex allegations will hurt recruitment

It comes two days out from the Govt officially failing its police recruitment target.

25 Nov 05:32 AM

Politics

'Most significant changes since 1989': Govt plan would scrap regional councillors in sweeping overhaul

Mayors would take over regional roles under the new proposal.

25 Nov 04:00 AM

Politics

Watch: Ministers announce massive shake-up of local government

Local Government Ministister Simon Watts and RMA Minister Chris Bishop said it was the biggest reform of local government since 1989. Video / Mark Mitchell

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25 Nov 04:00 AM

Politics

PM's office clarifies Luxon's suggestion he isn't concerned for National MPs who could lose seats

Chris Bishop has also addressed speculation about a leadership coup.

25 Nov 03:43 AM

Politics

Watch: Chris Bishop grilled on leadership speculation

Speculation is mounting about Christopher Luxon's future as Prime Minister. Video / Mark Mitchell

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25 Nov 02:51 AM

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