Govt target to train 500 new police officers could miss deadline – police
The target's timeline was a source of tension within the coalition at one point.
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Editorial: Do public servants really not deserve Christmas?
OPINION: Grinchy spending cuts mean no Christmas do for many employed by the Government.
Spending cuts will help growth; tax system unfair on workers – Treasury
The new Treasury Secretary noted New Zealand's lack of a tax on capital gains was unusual.
Letters: Beach contamination shameful; what Kiwi cities are lacking
OPINION: 'Nothing but Third-World standards, and an absolute disgrace.'
Council to 'take back control' of Auckland Transport's policy functions
The two Browns have announced a major shake-up to Auckland Transport's functions.
CEO pay: Highest-paid public sector bosses revealed
Ranking: best paid bosses in the public sector
PM says economy is 'turning a corner' but unemployment a 'particular concern'
Jobseeker numbers have swelled to 65,000 above Christopher Luxon's target.
Simon Wilson: There's a job for Luxon if they make Kiwi version of The Office
OPINION: The Government celebrates getting things done but is that really what it's doing?
ACC privacy breaches: Bosses grilled in scrutiny week at Parliament
Daily meetings and ability to unsend emails used in bid to stop breaches, ACC chief says.
Pharmac minister, chair refuse to express confidence in CEO Sarah Fitt
The revelation came amid a scrappy start to Parliament's second scrutiny week.
Letters: The regions need abysmal Air NZ to be reliable
OPINION: 'Our death toll would have been much higher under a different system.'
Chris Hipkins speaks at close of Labour’s annual conference
Leader Chris Hipkins addressed Labour Party members at his party’s annual conference in Christchurch, as the party inches closer to campaigning. Video / NZ Herald
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media following conference speech
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media following conference speech in Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald
Health Minister Dr Shane Reti details the benefits of the Healthy Homes Initiative
Health Minister Dr Shane Reti details the benefits derived from the Healthy Homes Initiative, which has led to fewer hospitalisations and better school attendance.
Judith Collins' update on the Manawanui sinking
The initial findings into the sinking of HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa last month have been revealed. Video / NZ Herald
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks in Ashburton after first Royal Commission Covid-19 report
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks in Ashburton after first Royal Commission Covid-19 report. Video / NZ Herald
Opinion: Minister's promise of better Māori health outcomes faces reality check
OPINION: Shane Reti's promise falters amid ongoing staff cuts.
Editorial: Ok for cops to walk in a Rainbow Parade, but not the Toitū Te Tiriti hīkoi?
OPINION: Mark Mitchell's hardline approach is great for headlines but not practical.
Watch: 'Help is on the way' – PM announces new police base for Auckland CBD
The new public-facing police base will be established on Federal St.
Tory Whanau on whether she will run for a second term
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau tells Newstalk ZB host Nick Mills she needs to talk to her friends and family about running again.
'Reduce the fear': Police make 'handful' of arrests and seizures on day one of gang patch ban
Police have reported fewer patches in areas they might typically expect to see them.
Gang members warn of potential violence as new patch laws enforced
'I can't see this lasting unless they have a budget to lock fullas up in jail.'
Day one of gang patch ban: Police reveal how crackdown's going so far
'I suspect there will be more to come.'
Boot camp pilot participant allegedly reoffends, minister disappointed
Children’s Minister Karen Chhour said it would be naïve to think no one would reoffend.
Operation to remove fuel from sunken naval vessel set to start in December
The Manawanui sank after running aground on a reef in Samoa last month.
Treaty Principles Bill passes first reading after House suspended for haka, ‘appalling’ disruption
The House was suspended briefly after the haka disrupted voting.
6500% increase: NZ immigration site swamped following Donald Trump's victory
Trump exodus: Americans have registered their interest in moving to NZ in their thousands.
New Treasury boss: Public sector insider Iain Rennie appointed for five years
Rennie has served governments across the political spectrum.
'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.
Coalition, Labour join forces to attract more PPPs
Firms may be paid to bid for government contracts.
Te Pāti Māori MP Takuta Ferris leads Hīkoi in Dunedin
Hīkoi mō te Tiriti is being supported nationwide, with Dunedin also doing its part to protest. Video / Takuta Ferris
Hīkoi mō te Tiriti in Christchurch
A large group of supporters have also gathered in Christchurch, backing the movement and message of Hīkoi mō te Tiriti. Video / Supplied
Hīkoi protest: Traffic delays continue as thousands arrive in Auckland's CBD
The convoy of demonstrators protesting Government policies affecting Māori has arrived in New Zealand’s largest city and “significant delays” are expected in Auckland today.
PM's apology criticised by some abuse survivors and Toitū Te Tiriti hīkoi hits Auckland
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's apology is not being accepted by some survivors of abuse in care and Auckland harbour bridge lanes are set to close for Toitū Te Tiriti hīkoi.