Collected stories - 1 June to 31 August 2022
Its preferred option includes light rail; a new tunnel through Mt Victoria, and upgrades to improve traffic flow at the Basin Reserve.
1News political editor Jessica Mutch McKay looks into the impact of National MP Simon O'Connor's Facebook post that followed the Roe v Wade decision.
Māori Television
Kāinga Ora, the government’s housing arm has demolished more houses in 2022, than it has built, according to data from the department.
Newshub
"The sewage of the Cold War cannot be allowed to flow into the Pacific Ocean."
Stuff
The Government wants a new Mt Victoria tunnel that would have four lanes – two for public transport and two for private cars. The old tunnel would become a walking and cycling route.
NZ Herald
On another controversial topic, Luxon however said O'Connor was entitled to his view.
Stuff
Pressure on the Government mounts as youth advocates launch petition to halt the Oranga Tamariki Oversight Bill.
The reforms are driven by the Government’s vision of improved healthcare nationwide and a “levelling of the playing field’ in disadvantaged communities.
Newshub
O'Connor said he made the choice to take it down, not Luxon
When asked if he maintained that Saturday, when Roe v Wade was overturned, was a good day, Simon O'Connor said, "I'm a pro-lifer, so yes".
RNZ
National MP Simon O'Connor has returned to Parliament with an apology to colleagues over a social media post that celebrated the US Supreme Court's overturning of abortion law.
Newshub
The issue is expected to be discussed at National's regular caucus meeting in Wellington on Tuesday
Newshub
Watch the full interview with the new Police Minister.
Newsroom
An improvement, but not far enough – that’s the report card from electoral law experts on the Justice Minister’s proposed political donation changes. Newly minted Justice Minister Kiritapu Allan believes New Zealanders will have renewed trust and confidence in who is donating money to politicians after a raft of proposed electoral changes.
Newshub
"I acknowledge I have a pro-life stance at a personal level."
Newshub
A second booster is now available for everyone aged over 50, as well as health, aged-care and disability workers over the age of 30.
Newsroom
The High Court fraud case against two men around donations to the New Zealand First Foundation ends, with the defence asking why neither the Serious Fraud Office nor the Crown called on the party leader
RNZ
As the war in Ukraine rolls on, New Zealand is providing another $4.5m through NATO, extending NZDF deployments in Europe, and legal support for international courts.
Simon O'Connor posted on Facebook that 'Today is a good day', with red love hearts as the background after the overturning of Roe v Wade.
The Conversation
At a time of geopolitical uncertainty, New Zealand’s government has distinctive reasons for opposing Putin’s Ukraine invasion and expressing public reservations about China’s ambition in the Pacific.
Newshub
She and eight other Labour MPs and 35 National MPs voted against reform in 2020.
RNZ
Opinion - Jacinda Ardern needs to deploy every aspect of her starpower if she wants to rescue New Zealand's faltering free trade EU negotiations, writes Geoffrey Miller.
RNZ
Political party donations and overseas voting rules will change ahead of next year's general election, Justice Minister Kiri Allan has announced.
NZ Herald
Current MP Simon O'Connor has come under fire for "triumphalist" social media post.
RNZ
Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson is confident that New Zealand can get a good deal for exporters from EU trade talks.
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