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The Conversation: Austerity politics and the real cost of 'savings' in schools

OPINION: NZ's public expense rose from 25.9% of GDP in 1972 to 35.9% in 2022.

ACC scrutinised over slow payouts after landmark court ruling

Advocates say sexual abuse victims could be missing out.

Jobs on the line at Auckland's plush Government House in cost-cutting proposal

A Govt department has proposed disestablishing 77 jobs, including some at the Epsom site.

‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rules

Peter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.

Roger Partridge: This inquiry could redefine how we measure public service success in New Zealand

OPINION: What do billions in government spending actually achieve?

Building blocks: 59% of construction firms face work order concerns

Economic pressures are the biggest concern for construction sector leaders: BDO report.

An end to doctor fee hikes? What GPs say as funding wrangle ends

General practice representatives are in the final stages of negotiations with Health NZ.

All rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1

Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.

Opinion: Water issues reveal the burden on ratepayers is already too great

Ratepayers may face doubled costs when new water entities take over.

Reserve Bank admits 'regret' over handling of Orr's resignation after Willis criticism

The bank's chair has apparently acknowledged it could have done better.

Defence Force's Waiōuru housing project fails to break ground

Budget 2023 earmarked the thick end of $75 million for 50 new houses.

Opinion: Public media not actually about audience ratings

OPINION: RNZ's value isn't in popularity but in public accountability.

Wool carpets to be rolled out in state homes

The Government has overriden fears the taxpayer would be fleeced.

Govt funds e-bike charging to boost Hawke's Bay trail tourism

The Government will fund six e-bike chargers on Hawke’s Bay Trails.

Government compromises with Auckland on housing, U-turns on 'sausage flat' promise

Auckland will opt out of the 'sausage flat' law but other councils will be forced to stay.

Overseas visitor numbers up in April but still lagging behind pre-Covid levels

Stats show a Covid catch-up persists, as millions are poured into tourism campaigns.