Luxon launched a defence of his Government’s progress and reform programme, and promised there would be no deviation from its plan should it win a second term.
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has promised to forge ahead with his “programme of bold reforms” and made a pitch to have more National ministers at the...
Two Chrises, two rival coalitions, and lingering economic malaise will help define the political year ahead.
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Explainer - The agreement eliminates duty on 100 percent of Indian imports, while 95 percent of New Zealand's current exports will be either tariff-free or face reduced tariffs.
Peters' office said he is set to become the first foreign minister to visit all 17 other Pacific Island Forum member countries within a single Parliamentary term.
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The Foreign Affairs Minister has rebuked Reserve Bank Governor Dr Anna Breman for signing a statement expressing “full solidarity” with US Federal Reserve...
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Tougher fines are on the way for electricity providers and retailers that breach the rules.
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We dive into where each party stands, what they’ve announced thus far, and what the election campaign could bring us with Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths.
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The government believes bringing in Open Electricity would save people $360 a year - here's what it means, and whether your data is protected.
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People will now only need to pay a $5 fee once for new, 12-month prescriptions.
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The PSA says Simeon Brown is blaming officials for slow responses, when his government's cuts are at fault.
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Health Minister Simeon Brown expects ManageMyHealth to notify those affected by a cyber security breach as soon as possible. Personal health information of...
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The PSA says the ManageMyHealth security breach highlights the risk of cutting IT experts in public health.
Te Ao Māori News sits with Green Party co-leaders to discuss 2025 and the year to come.
Major law changes implemented in 2025 have seen a decrease in public sector obligations and initiatives for Māori rights, development and wellbeing, critics say.
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NZ First is not supporting the agreement, meaning it is now in the hands of the opposition whether it passes or not.
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The Foreign Minister wants all United Nations members paying their dues, as a looming funding crisis threatens to undermine international relations and...
Ngā Toki Whakarururanga has criticised the conclusion of the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement saying they’re highly sceptical of the benefits to Māori.
Te Pāti Māori co-leaders say they were “blindsided” at the way things “spiralled out of control” this year.
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However, the opposition party isn't saying whether it will back the deal if and when it is introduced to Parliament.
Chris Hipkins says the Government is dividing Māori and non-Māori, pledges inclusive leadership, and aims for a clean sweep of Māori seats by focusing on cost of living, health, and housing.
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NZ First says it is a bad deal, but there is widespread support for the Free Trade Agreement with India among the New Zealand business community.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has hailed the agreement as a "massive moment" for the country, but New Zealand First leader Winston Peters says its a "bad deal" and has vowed to oppose enabling legislation.
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It has been a rollercoaster term for Te Pāti Māori. The highs were remarkable: growing from two to six electorate MPs at the last election, a stunning...
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By Phil Smith of RNZ The 2025 parliamentary year has ended and it was a monster. In the MPs’ final hurrah – the adjournment debate – David Seymour announced...
All major political parties agree artificial intelligence must not be used to mislead, but their approaches to using – or avoiding – the technology in the 2026 campaign vary widely.
Luxon will be there tomorrow, but how often have his predecessors taken part?
Voters are facing significant rule changes that were only just made into law.
Two Chrises, two rival coalitions, and lingering economic malaise will help define the political year ahead.
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By Phil Smith of RNZ The 2025 parliamentary year has ended and it was a monster. In the MPs’ final hurrah – the adjournment debate – David Seymour announced...
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We look at the government's nine key goals and see what it's achieved so far.
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