Police Minister’s boy racer crackdown not this year, Labour says 'another broken promise'
The minister says it's been more 'complex' than expected.
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Public servants offered support to retire or move to Australia amid job cuts
An internal document describes retirement as 'your next work-life balance adventure'.
Government inches towards Kiwibank part-privatisation
The capitalisation measures are intended to boost competition.
Sustainable Foods owes the government $1.4m as potential buyer locked in
Sustainable Foods went into liquidation in August, now it owes the Crown $1.4 million.
Letters: Don't let Auckland Airport proceeds become council piggy bank
OPINION: 'Is NZ a First World country? I wonder.'
Bruce Cotterill: Health system in crisis - the need for radical change
Why New Zealand’s health outcomes are declining despite funding boost.
Canterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News Update
The fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.
Crown to Ngāpuhi: We're not forcing hāpu to negotiate mandates
Te Arawhiti updates on Ngāpuhi settlement, emphasising hāpu-centric negotiations.
NZTA says new revenue needed and is discussing structure of debts
The transport agency will have a $6b annual deficit by the end of the decade.
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.
Govt ministries clash with report on treatment of disabled children
Govt accepts 12 recommendations, pledges to improve care at Hikitia Te Wairua facility.
Editorial: Do public servants really not deserve Christmas?
OPINION: Grinchy spending cuts mean no Christmas do for many employed by the Government.
Staff working off-duty to keep national rescue centre operating – Govt steps in
Additional funding has been announced for more staff to keep watch at the centre.
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.
What government agencies are spending on Christmas parties, if anything
One ministry has opted for a karaoke machine, but for many there's no celebration.
Health Commissioner accused of ‘cooking the books’ in heated meeting
The claims came after Health NZ was forced to change its estimated deficit.
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
Public servants brace for tough paper on Māori health overhaul - Opinion
Minister's plan for Māori health faces scrutiny as report drafted.
Green MP questions Pharmac's Māori commitment after advisory group falls
Seymour dodges questions on agency's Māori strategy amid advisory group disestablishment.
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?
Pharmac minister, chair refuse to express confidence in CEO Sarah Fitt
The revelation came amid a scrappy start to Parliament's second scrutiny week.
Govt wants users of new infrastructure squeezed before it opens its wallet
Minister also creates new pathway for private sector to pitch projects.
New report highlights success of Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch programme
Review praises Ka Ora, Ka Ako for boosting Māori student engagement and wellbeing.
Carrington crowned at Māori Sports Awards after Paris gold rush
Riki Ellison inducted into Māori Sports Hall of Fame at Trillian Trust Awards 2024.
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
'Death spiral' warning for public transport in Hawke’s Bay as NZTA issues new targets
'The problem with dramatically increasing fares is that fewer people will take the bus.'
How did Health NZ spend $72m on contractors and consultants for a single IT project?
ANALYSIS: A test case for what can go wrong in infrastructure project planning.
French investors concerned with CRL costs as Labour meet in Christchuch | NZ Herald News Update
French investors are reportedly worried about time and cost blowouts on Auckland's City Rail Link project. The Waikato River is safe again from extreme arsenic levels. V/ NZ Herald
SH1 project moves to Desert Rd with 50km detours for two months
Total road closures are being used in blocks to speed up the works.