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Mixed reactions: Govt's science revamp aims to drive economic growth

New Zealand's seven Crown Research Institutes to be grouped into three new organisations.

We don’t always know what government spending achieves - Auditor-General speaks out

Finance Minister open to addressing the issue with a law change.

Inside National's caucus retreat as MPs accept reshuffle fate

The party's MPs gathered in Hamilton.

Māori health group urges open dialogue with new minister Simeon Brown

Hapai CEO Jacqui Harema sees Brown's lack of health experience as an opportunity.

Opinion: Why Rātana remains a pivotal gathering for political leaders

OPINION: Rātana events emphasise open-mindedness, welcoming leaders and visitors.

Opinion: The risks of ‘just asking questions’ in political discourse

Coalition partners say the bill is 'dead in the water', yet Act persists.

Federal employees union sues Trump over Musk-led efficiency drive

Doge-gone it: Lawsuit filed minutes after Trump sworn in as 47th US President.

Property Insider: 6 big things likely to dominate 2025

Seascape, Ikea, some big new buildings and a court drama loom.

Editorial: How timing of Luxon’s reshuffle affects National’s momentum

OPINION: Health and cost of living are the two biggest issues facing New Zealanders.

Why Treaty bill submissions have set a new record

Hearings start on January 27 with the committee split into two subcommittees.

Sir Brian Roche spells out what’s wrong with the public service

Something is getting lost in translation with ministers, says Brian Roche.

‘Full throttle’ - IRD steps up January liquidations for unpaid tax

Inland Revenue confirmed a busy start to the year with the number of court applications.

Simon Bridges: Lack of economic growth New Zealand’s No 1 issue in 2025

OPINION: NZ's urgent economic crisis isn't public debt.

Opinion: Why the Regulatory Standards Bill is a step backward for Māori

OPINION:Bill threatens Te Tiriti o Waitangi, undermines Māori rights, tino rangatiratanga.

Kāinga Ora shelves controversial 50-home project in Northland

Kāinga Ora spent nearly $900,000 on the 50-home Ruakākā project now on the back burner.

The Regulatory Standards Bill is a 'constitutional straitjacket', its critics say

The bill is slammed as 'dangerous', while warnings sounded of Act ideology entrenchment.

Opinion: Anti-predator fighters and humble soil the unsung heroes in climate battle

OPINION: Predator-free goals and knowing the value of carbon stored in soil are crucial.

Richard Prebble: The New Year resolutions the Government should make

OPINION: It cannot continue with the same policies and expect different outcomes.