Jamie Ensor is a political reporter for the NZ Herald, based at Parliament in Wellington.
Jamie Ensor is a political reporter in the NZ Herald Press Gallery team based at Parliament. He was previously a TV reporter and digital producer in the Newshub Press Gallery office.
Watch: Peters fires up after not producing evidence of leaking by Verrall’s relative
A new timeline has been revealed.
‘Told nothing’: TPM leaders say they’re in dark about Manurewa Marae inquiry
'I can’t even share anything with you. I have been told nothing.'
Revealed: Eight speeding tickets for ministerial cars – so who’s owned up?
The speeding happened in Northland and Auckland.
Manurewa marae inquiry: Findings secret until next year, will 'impact all public service'
The findings are expected to 'impact all of the public service'.
Youth advocates hope PM delivers Christmas gift of stopping bootcamp plan
'The gift we ask for this Christmas is that you kill the bill.'
Police Minister praises ‘outstanding’ response to gang tangi, compliance with patch ban ‘high’
'If you break the law, expect a response.'
New family and sexual violence action plan released by Government
The plan details seven key areas of focus.
Third bootcamp youth charged, OT limiting updates amid 'public scrutiny' on offenders
It says the offenders are facing 'public scrutiny'.
'Dashboard crap': Peters says he doesn't have quarterly plans, contradicting PM
NZ First leader says comments referred to actions of previous Labour Government.
Mitchell wants to ‘just start taking’ boy racer cars by changing ‘Crusher Collins’ law
Any changes won't happen until next year.
Police Minister’s boy racer crackdown not this year, Labour says 'another broken promise'
The minister says it's been more 'complex' than expected.
Speaker refers four MPs to Privileges Committee after haka in the House
The haka, led by Te Pāti Māori, made waves across the globe.
PM clarifies boot camp youth could be in facility for longer under legislation
The Prime Minister has had to clarify his comments.
Labour leader repeats MP’s ‘cooking the books’ claim about Health NZ Commissioner
But his MP isn't restating her claim while not covered by Parliamentary privilege.
New poll reveals big gains for Act, Te Pāti Māori, main parties lose ground
But National and Labour are down.
'Unacceptable': Chhour slams Oranga Tamariki for not telling her of second bootcamp abscondee
The Children's Minister yesterday was only aware of one participant who had absconded.
McClay: Blame me if no India trade deal this term – not Luxon
Luxon made the promise of an agreement last year.
MSD ‘concerned’ one-in-four beneficiaries getting paid wrong
The minister admitted it was 'challenging'.
China ‘changed the game’: Defence plan impacted as ‘things got worse in world’, Collins says
The plan has been repeatedly delayed.
What happened to investigations on alleged misuse of data at Manurewa Marae?
Nicola Willis says the findings may face 'public challenge'.
Covid-19 Royal Commission: Hipkins admits Govt ‘lost the room’ amid lockdowns
Vaccine mandates caused huge pain to a “substantial minority”.
How Kaye 'blew people's expectations out of the water'
Kaye is being remembered from those across the political divide.
‘Urgent’ texts with National staff after Andrew Bayly’s notorious ‘loser’ incident
Communications released after minister apologised for his behaviour last month.
Seymour takes swing at 'out-of-date' election system
Act leader speaks out as key people to help decide new electoral boundaries revealed.
Minister announces unit to investigate harm against children in care
It follows a slew of complaints about Oranga Tamariki.
Revealed: 15-year-old bootcamp participant’s alleged crime spree
He's facing five charges for alleged crimes over three days.
Minister 'cannot take personal responsibility' for inappropriate actions in youth boot camps
It follows concerns about use-of-force powers being given to staff.
Boot camp pilot participant allegedly reoffends, minister disappointed
Children’s Minister Karen Chhour said it would be naïve to think no one would reoffend.
‘Will see the wrath of te ao Māori’: Accusations, warnings in heated debate after hīkoi
It comes as standards in the House are up for debate.
NZ ‘not at risk of civil war’, Luxon declares after protest, immense opposition to Treaty Principles Bill
He's called some "inflammatory language".
PM still ‘considering options to engage’ hīkoi on eve of massive Parliament protest
Tens of thousands are expected to march on Parliament.
Leaked email reveals government departments’ concerns about boot camp proposal
Oranga Tamariki agreed to make changes in response to the feedback.
Treaty Principles Bill vote: How the fiery debate led to MP being suspended, another kicked out
A heated session in Parliament took a sudden turn.
Treaty Principles Bill passes first reading after House suspended for haka, ‘appalling’ disruption
The House was suspended briefly after the haka disrupted voting.
'Very simplistic': Luxon pushes back against Seymour ahead of Treaty Principles Bill vote
The contentious bill will have its first reading in Parliament this afternoon.
Luxon offers tips for Musk as Trump assigns role for tech mogul
The Trump statement said the department may be the 'Manhattan Project' of 'our time'.
PM open to meeting hīkoi protesters as parties call for conscience vote on Treaty bill
The demonstrators will reach Auckland on Tuesday.
Watch: 'Dehumanising': Govt to outlaw strip-searching of children in response to abuse in state care
Luxon will make public apology tomorrow in the House, which will be watched by survivors.
Speaker lets journalist cover state abuse apology at Parliament
Brownlee decision comes ahead of the national apology event on Tuesday.
Minister defends proposing bootcamp providers have use-of-force powers against kids, but can’t say who they could be
She wouldn’t say what safeguards may be included against these powers.
PM claimed no conversation on use-of-force in boot camps, despite Cabinet already agreeing to it
Christopher Luxon has now acknowledged it was an issue addressed by Cabinet.
Leaked doc reveals minister's admission of risks of allowing boot camp providers to use force against children
The Children's Commissioner is 'disappointed' she wasn't consulted.
Next steps revealed for second Waitematā Harbour crossing
The Transport Minister described it as a 'priority' for the Government.
Documents reveal Treasury’s fears for Health NZ's finances: 'The more we hear, the worse it sounds'
Treasury expects the desired $2b in savings will be extremely hard to achieve.
MP’s ‘f***ing racist’ comment has ‘fallen short’ of expectations, says Te Pāti Māori
The party's co-leaders say there is context to the remark.
Watch: ‘F***ing racist’ – Te Pāti Māori MP’s select committee comment raised with Speaker
Act has raised the remarks with the Speaker as a matter of privilege.
Inquiry launched into how conflicts of interest dealt with during fast-track approvals process
It comes after ministers decided on 149 projects for potential fast-tracking.
'Incredibly stupid people': Seymour skeptical of Nazi language ban, PM praised for position
“We are up for those conversations.”
Govt addresses settlement inequity for survivors of torture at Lake Alice
The Government has been working on a redress package.
PM calls out MoH for failing to tell minister worker was MP's relative, Hipkins admits 'wrong’ words
It comes as the ministry tells the Herald it is now reviewing its processes.
Peters, Hipkins trade barbs as ministry apologises over not telling Costello of conflict of interest
Winston Peters claimed Ayesha Verrall had 'misled the leader of the Labour Party'.
‘Stinging’ criticism of OT's ‘failures’ in responding to claims of violence against children
“The situation left the children at serious risk."
Te Pāti Māori claims police operation targeting Mongrel Mob was ‘terrorism’ with ‘racist agenda’
Mitchell said the police were 'extremely sensitive and careful'.
'Small wine tasting': Andrew Bayly corrects answer in House about workplace insult incident
Labour says there are still 'massive questions' about the Bayly situation.
Willis told WFH already not an ‘entitlement’ before setting new public service expectations
It's already in current guidance.
'Missed the mark': Govt’s top legal adviser backs down over controversial Māori prosecution guidelines
Attorney-General Judith Collins refused to endorse the guidelines.
'Bully boys': Peters fires back as Te Pāti Māori calls for him to be censured over comment in House
Peters said TPM's behaviour was 'pathetic', 'cowardly', and 'preposterous'.
'Like a sick idiot': Peters claims use of 'simile' excuses his language in House amid uproar
It's just the latest row in the House over MPs' conduct in recent weeks.
Peters says he would have left TPM’s Waititi ‘limping’ after brouhaha over question
There was an extensive back-and-forth in the House after the question.
No regrets: Luxon says Kiwis ‘want me to try’ to fulfil election promise despite hurdles
The Prime Minister spoke to the Herald following his trip to Laos.
Luxon says Modi interested in trade agreement during meeting, remains ‘hopeful’ for deal this term
The India PM extended an invitation to visit his country.
Luxon meets Indian PM Modi - and has surprise pull-aside with new leader
The Prime Minister's diplomatic dance card was full in Laos.
Luxon says Netanyahu not listening to others as Middle East conflict comes up in world summit
“Well, it doesn’t seem like it."
Luxon hesitant to raise expectations about Modi meeting as he still eyes India trade deal this term
The PM will also meet with the leaders of Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos.
‘Disturbed’: Corrections’ bid to nearly double Auckland Prison capacity blindsides council, locals
The council said it hadn't been given any chance to provide feedback.
PM overseas again: Why his latest trip could be ‘hugely valuable’ for NZ – and the big names he may meet
Luxon will gather with a number of senior world leaders.
Fast-track projects raise conflict of interest questions – here’s how they were dealt with
The Government has laid out the process it followed.
Fast-track project list blows cover on proposal to double high-security prison capacity
But Corrections says there is no 'immediate plan' to increase capacity.
Watch: Roads, mines, housing and Eden Park upgrade on fast-track approvals list
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop has spoken to reporters.
Aussie Deputy PM unable to confirm if diplomat’s partner will lose immunity
Marles couldn’t confirm whether the diplomat’s partner remained in New Zealand.
Peters warns against retaliatory actions in aftermath of Iran strikes on Israel
'Maximum restraint and diplomatic solutions are essential.'
Stalking and young offenders: What’s next for new law and order policies in 2024?
Also coming is a second action plan on addressing family and sexual violence.
Red tape, foreign interference in crosshairs of Govt as it releases latest action plan
The future of the greyhound racing industry will also be determined.
PM sells Wellington apartment, valued up to $890k, as he moves into Premier House
The PM's been residing there while waiting for Premier House renovations to end.
Labour MP removes post appearing to support attack on Israel, but no apology
Damien O'Connor's post has since been removed.
Peters skewers Russia in UN speech, blames both Hamas, Israel for ‘misery’
Speaking about the 'abuse' of the veto power, Peters made explicit reference to Russia.
Watch: Irritated Peters stops UN speech, demands room 'keep quiet’
"When somebody is addressing you, the rest of the people in the room keep quiet.”
Gagged health staff freed from ‘North Korean’ NDAs, agency admits ‘improvements’ could be made
It follows a review of confidentiality agreements.
‘Quite sickening’: Opposition cries foul over ‘perplexing’ decision with controversial legislation
'We are seeing people's democratic rights being ridden over roughshod.'