Politics

'Just shame, shame': Ghahraman says of behaviour

Former Green MP Golriz Ghahraman has given her first interview after her conviction for shoplifting and resignation from Parliament, saying it was an act of "self-sabotage."

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Smoothing down feathers and riding out budget blowouts

Health Minister Shane Reti about to tour the new Dunedin hospital site. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

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Smoothing down feathers and riding out budget blowouts

Health Minister Shane Reti spent his Tuesday ruffling feathers aplenty in Dunedin, and spent the rest of his week trying to smooth them down.

Fast-track bill has more supporters than opponents: poll

The Fast-track bill aims to speed up consenting for major infrastructure projects. Photo: RNZ...

Fast-track bill has more supporters than opponents: poll

A Taxpayers Union-Curia poll suggests more New Zealanders support the government's fast-track bill than oppose it.

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New govt could pull fast-track consents: MP

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New govt could pull fast-track consents: MP

Consents granted under new fast-track approvals legislation could be cancelled by a change in government, a Dunedin MP says.

PM defends 'C-list' comments

Christopher Luxon speaking to media earlier this week. Photo: RNZ

PM defends 'C-list' comments

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has again sought to defend his comments about previous delegations being "C-list".

Health Minister defends backtrack over cancer drug funding

Health Minister defends backtrack over cancer drug funding

The Health Minister has admitted the government should have communicated its backtracked plans to fund 13 new cancer drugs better.

More NZ support for monitoring North Korea

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Photo: RNZ

More NZ support for monitoring North Korea

New Zealand will send a Defence Force frigate and planes to military bases in Japan to help support the monitoring of sanctions on North Korea.

Govt's granny flat policy 'unlocking the space in backyards'

Acting Prime Minister Winston Peters. Photo: RNZ

Govt's granny flat policy 'unlocking the space in backyards'

The government has announced consultation on a move that would force councils to allow buildings up to 60 square metres in certain areas, without requiring a consent.

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Southern say: A mission for ‘Rural Nats’

Miles Anderson at Fieldays. PHOTO: FACEBOOK

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Shoring up the vote? Looks like a mission for ‘Rural Nats’

Waitaki National MP Miles Anderson picked up a new job this week ... although quite how different it is to his current job is a moot point.

New gun laws in place by 2026: govt

The Government has delayed the start of the season until the second weekend after Alert Level 2...

New gun laws in place by 2026: govt

The government will rewrite the country's gun laws as part of its planned firearms reforms.

Govt announces $90m for specialist school repairs, builds

Minister of Education Erica Stanford (L) and Minister of Finance Nicola Willis speak at...

Govt announces $90m for specialist school repairs, builds

The government is committing $90 million to redevelop specialist facilities and increase satellite classrooms for students with high needs, Education Minister Erica Stanford has announced.

Opposition makes gains in latest poll

Opposition makes gains in latest poll

The Prime Minister appears to have taken a post-Budget dip in popularity, as a new political poll shows the opposition parties making gains on the government.

Govt 'in denial' for keeping agriculture out of ETS

Mycoplasma bovis causes animal welfare and productivity issues such as mastitis (udder infection)...

Govt 'in denial' for keeping agriculture out of ETS

The government is putting market access for agricultural exports at risk after its latest ETS decision, Labour agriculture spokesperson Jo Luxton says.

Te Pāti Māori inquiry: Six govt agencies in the spotlight

Te Pāti Māori has strenuously denied claims that it improperly used people's personal information...

Te Pāti Māori inquiry: Six govt agencies in the spotlight

At least six government agencies are now the focus of an independent inquiry triggered by claims Te Pāti Māori misused census information.

Seymour sets target for next election

Act New Zealand leader David Seymour. Photo: RNZ

Seymour sets target for next election

Act New Zealand leader David Seymour has set a goal of 15 percent of the vote at the 2026 election.

Govt to reverse ban on oil, gas exploration

Govt to reverse ban on oil, gas exploration

The government will reverse the ban on oil and gas exploration, Minister for Resources Shane Jones has confirmed.

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A visitor from far, far away finally ventures down to Dunedin

Chris Bishop speaks. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

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A visitor from far, far away finally ventures down to Dunedin

Finally, after months of waiting, a really senior National party minister came to Dunedin on Wednesday.

Nine agency bosses meet over Te Pāti Māori data claims

Acting Public Service Commissioner Heather Baggott Photo: RNZ

Nine agency bosses meet over Te Pāti Māori data claims

Allegations of misuse of personal data by Te Pāti Māori have triggered a high-level meeting of department heads, with four agencies now looking into the matter.

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