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OPINION: The National leader had such an easy chance to show female voters that he cared – but no, Luxon couldn’t. Keep Reading
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OPINION: The level of hate and vitriol should be a matter for bipartisan concern, irrespective of politics. Keep Reading
Former British PM Tony Blair's ex spin doctor says Jacinda Ardern has become one of the most respected political leaders in the world. Keep Reading
Today's Rātana festivities will mark a major changing of the guard for Labour and a potential change in the party's relationship with Māori. Keep Reading
He told AM "we should always look at how we can make the tax system fairer". Keep Reading
The assessment of Jacinda Ardern's prime ministership is well underway. Newsroom’s Māori issues editor Aaron Smale says sexism, racism, fairness and missed opportunities need to be considered when analysing Ardern’s complex legacy Keep Reading
Jacinda Ardern made progress on climate, while continuing a Kiwi tradition of leaving the hardest bits for the next PM. What will Chris Hipkins - and Christopher Luxon - do? Keep Reading
Incoming Prime Minister Chris Hipkins intends to be an "ordinary Kiwi" as much as his new role allows - but how many homes does he own, and what was his biggest achievement of the summer? Keep Reading
More people wanted an increase in wages rather than a tax cut to help with rising costs. Keep Reading
Leaders in the Pacific community are singing the praises of the country's first deputy prime minister of Pacific descent. Keep Reading
On the same day Labour announced incoming PM Chris Hipkins would lead the party to this year’s general election, ACT has seized the moment to announce a... Keep Reading
The new leader says "we should always look at how we can make the tax system fairer". Keep Reading
The Incoming Prime Minister, who will be officially sworn into the top job on Wednesday, told Tova O'Brien he wants to work on the issues that Kiwis are focused on. Keep Reading
Chris Hipkins has made it clear. He will be a different prime minister to Jacinda Ardern. Keep Reading
Labour leader Hipkins will be sworn-in as New Zealand's new prime minister on Wednesday. Keep Reading
A Different Kind Of Vibe: In the days and weeks ahead, as the Hipkins ministry takes shape, the only question that matters is whether New Z... Keep Reading
Incoming Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has signalled tackling the "inflation pandemic" will be a top priority. Keep Reading
The Labour Party has entered a new era with the election of Chris Hipkins as prime minister and Carmel Sepuloni as his deputy, writes Jane Patterson. Keep Reading
Labour's new leader said there needs to be a refocus. Keep Reading
OPINION: Fairness and empathy are the very essence of Kiwiness and the reason behind the popularity of our Prime Minister, both at home and abroad. Keep Reading
ANALYSIS: The incoming PM has indicated what his immediate priorities are: a laser focus on the economy and ditching unpopular policies. Keep Reading
Who will be in and out of favour as Chris Hipkins takes control of Labour? Keep Reading
Chris Hipkins vows to protect his family from the treatment his predecessor, Jacinda Ardern, received. Keep Reading
Incoming PM Chris Hipkins will be keeping his wife and two kids out of the limelight. But before that, a "final comment" to contend with Wellington's rumour mill. Keep Reading
Jacinda Ardern left office as the most internationally renowned New Zealand political leader in a generation. She was admired for her unique leadership style. She wielded power with unmatched rhetorical skill. But Ardern ultimately did not achieve many of the lofty goals she asked to be judged on. She gave up - in her words - the “chance to change everything”. Keep Reading
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