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Judith Collins' tell-all book looks set to hit the shelves during election
The tell-all looks set to hit the shelves during election season.
Coronavirus: New Zealand and Australia to evacuate citizens
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says it's in partnership with New Zealand.
Deadly virus: Govt warns NZers not to travel to China
Non-essential travel to China should be avoided, officials say.
'Bring it on': National leader's blunt challenge
There's now 234 days to the election.
Coronavirus panic: Face masks sell out, but do they work?
Pharmacists say they're selling out, some experts say they're 'useless'.
Labour receives 2019's largest donation
The party has been handed more than $200,000 in a will.
NZ First's man of mystery: Darroch Ball
Darroch Ball's fingerprints have popped up a lot on the Government's work.
Winston Peters only told of Israel invitation a week ago
New Zealand was left with no representatives at a global Holocaust memorial event.
Govt rolls out pandemic response plan following China's coronavirus outbreak
The Government is "alert but not alarmed", Health Minister says.
Putin and Prince Charles attending holocaust memorial but 'security issues' keep NZ away
Parliament's Speaker says his bags were packed to attend the event.
Cycling couple deliver coffin to Parliament
Protest calling for Pharmac's $1b-a-year budget to be doubled reaches Parliament steps.
Greens demand student loan changes
Two years in, the policy is unchanged despite promises from both Labour and the Greens.
Consultants' bonanza or complete beat-up? Just how many reviews is Govt running?
Has it been a "consultant's bonanza" or a "complete beat-up"?
DHBs offering fewer smokers help with quitting
Smoke-free campaigners disappointed at trend.
'It's given me so much hope': Breast-cancer drug deal announced
The Government's drug-buying agency says Ibrance could be in the patients' hands in April.
Government moves to end export of whitebait
About 1000 tonnes were sent to Australia, the Cook Islands and Niue in 2018.
Minimum wage rise expected to create 6500 fewer jobs: MBIE
The minimum wage is set to raise again in April, but not everyone thinks it's a good idea.
NZ calls for probe into Ukrainian flight crash
Acting Prime Minister Winston Peters has also offered diplomatic assistance with Iran.
Justice for parents: Should some names be banned?
Are Royall or Kyng really confusing anyone?
Concerns raised over National's China trip planning
It comes after Simon Bridges met a senior member of China's Politburo.
'If you want a war, we'll give you a war' - NZ faces tough decisions as Iran calls Trump's bluff
Analysis: NZ in difficult position after Iran missile attack on US occupied bases in Iraq.
NZ base not hit in Iraq attack: Peters
He's given no sign of an early New Zealand withdrawal.
NZDF probes claim Kiwi base hit in Iraq, ex-minister says withdrawal 'inevitable'
The Defence Force is investigating reports Camp Taji has also been hit.
NZ training mission in Iraq on hold amid tension
It comes amid rising tension between the United States and Iran.
Call for action on firefighter cancer law change
Firefighters say they're missing support when they need it most.
Right on: Judith Collins goes back to study
And her tell-all book is just about ready.
New Year Honours: Dame Marilyn Waring's ground-breaking career
Waring served as an MP at 23, an academic, activist and mentor.
Government mulls huge changes to emissions prices
The pre-Christmas release of the proposal has been called cynical.
Boost for burns unit: Govt weighs cash to aid eruption victims
The hospital's charity has been calling for donations.
All the right moves: David Seymour has high hopes
David Seymour talks guns, euthanasia and Dancing with the Stars.
'Harm done to all' in Labour sex assault claim review: PM
The report looked into claims of sexual assault by a Labour Party staffer.
Australian Foreign Minister speaks on White Island tragedy
Marise Payne is in New Zealand after the White Island deaths.
Government still mulling White Island probe
Prime Minister has announced a $5m fund for businesses in Whakatāne and Westland.
Govt approves $5m fund to help small businesses after White Island eruption
The Government's Cabinet paused for the national minute of silence today.
National promises health targets, mulls future of DHBs
The party has laid out its health sector plans for election year.
Govt makes drug court permanent in justice shake-up
But National is criticising what is says is a "soft-on-crime" approach.
Probe into foreign interference too late: Justice Minister
A long-awaited review into foreign election interference has finally been finished.
Ardern: Questions need asking, answered over eruption tragedy
PM confirmed people from seven countries are among the missing and injured
Health Minister defends DHB appointment process
National has accused the Government of making political appointments.
No decision on new location for port: Ardern
A Government announcement won't say where and when the port is going, the PM says.
End of Life Choice Bill passes: What it means
How would the euthanasia legislation work and what happens now?
Euthanasia bill passes final vote, goes to referendum
Assisted dying legislation has cleared its final hurdle in Parliament.
Euthanasia bill passes final vote
David Seymour made a plea for politicians to back his euthanasia legislation.
'Opaque' foundation: Questions raised about NZ First donations
Winston Peters on mystery foundation: "We don't do the spirit [of the law]. We do the law"
Parliament faces historic final euthanasia vote
An assisted dying bill is widely expected to pass a final vote and head to a referendum.
Euthanasia law critics gather for final push
Hospice workers have joined a final bid to halt an assisted dying bill in Parliament.
Helen Clark's rules for the internet
Former PM's think tank releases recommendations for governments and social media firms.
New Zealand to get space mission control centre
It's the first space mission funded by the Government and will received $26 million.
'Bollywood overreaction': Shane Jones doubles down
Outspoken Minister hits back after criticism from the Indian community.
Super stoush: Winston to take stand as leaks lawsuit reaches court
National has consistently denied being behind the leaks, as has the public service.
Two-thirds of sexual violence reported to police fail to reach court
Only 6 per cent of sexual offending reported to police ends in jail, official figures say.
Apec cancellation 'couldn't come at worse time'
The summit was seen as a chance to ease global trade tensions.
Dual referendums risk stealing election oxygen
Next year's election won't just be a matter of choosing the Government.
'Disgraceful': Bill English criticises abortion law change
Former PM and wife Mary have returned to Parliament to speak against the bill.
Measles vaccines at pharmacies get green light
Current rules meant pharmacists could give out other vaccines but not the one for measles.
Call for independent facts ahead of euthanasia referendum
Experts says the public will likely back a referendum on assisted dying.
Euthanasia bill to go to referendum
NZ First vowed to oppose the legislation if a referendum wasn't held.
Euthanasia bill vote on a knife-edge
MPs are about to decide whether the public should decide on legalising assisted dying.
Winston's very National speech
Winston Peters lashed National while saying he won't pick sides ahead of the election.
NZ First to rethink pill testing at music festivals
Several MPs opposed the idea in a public clash over the issue.
Peters starts election run-up with scattergun attack
A jab at ailing MediaWorks raised eyebrows at NZ First's annual meeting.
'Good riddance': Winston Peters sticks boot in over MediaWorks
The NZ First leader is at his annual conference
Burnham bombshell: For years NZDF denied 3yo Fatima's death. Until today
The admissions comes amid a Government probe into an NZ-led raid in Afghanistan.
Where to for Winston Peters?
Two years after announcing the Government, Winston Peters is set to rally the troops.
Winston Peters presses on with lawsuit against National as details emerge
Peters says the case is a matter of protecting privacy.
Second NZDF officer points to former Minister amid 'cover-up' allegations
Top military brass are facing questions about a file that contradicted the public story.
'National security': Minister overrules Whenuapai airbase noise ruling
The Minister says those who buy homes near an airbase need to accept noise.
Minister was told about Afghan civilian deaths report, top officer says
An inquiry into Operation Burnham is asking how a key file was left in a safe for years.
Student lay dead for weeks: Uni halls face $100k fines under new law
The law change comes after a student laid dead for weeks without being found.
Shane Jones calls use of AR-15 'international research'
The minister's holiday photos show him using the weapon at an overseas firing range.
Will the public get to decide on euthanasia? A poll of MPs
A decision whether to put assisted dying to a referendum is on a knife-edge.
Government to loosen prefab consent rules
The changes are meant to slash the number of inspections for prefabs in half.
Details of royals' visit to NZ revealed
It'll be the first royal visit to the Treaty Grounds in 25 years.
Key backs Luxon as National candidate, Ross issues challenge
It comes after much speculation about his political future.
SIS apologises to Hager over unlawful spying
The Defence Force was trying to find a source from one of the author's books.
'Just for the rich': Govt's parent visa rule change criticised
The parent category visa is back but with significant new income requirements.
NZ First leak: Members felt 'exploited' over donations
The leak comes just weeks before the party's annual conference.