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Car yards accused of cashing in on EV discount as scheme wrapped up
There was a rush to take advantage of the $7000 perk during the scheme's final days.
Council non-compliant with own policy after borrowing $30m
Auditors won't be knocking on the door any time soon, though.
Liam Dann: How Luxon can rebuild the economy... and why he’ll struggle
OPINION: All of the new Government's obvious economic paths look challenging.
Public sector wages hit record high, driven by health settlement
A new report shows public sector wages rose higher than those in the private sector.
The Great Tourism Reset or more of the same underinvestment?
New minister Matt Doocey wants tourism to boost the economy - but maybe without Govt help?
Opinion: Money obsession ignores abysmal state of infrastructure delivery
OPINION: Wellington water woes show what not to do, but they aren't the only basket case.
Will new ministers push back over 'incoherent' $16.5m plan to stop Milford Sound over-tourism?
Tourism Minister says some of the Milford Opportunities Project plans are 'incoherent'.
$24b fiscal hole? Transport projects could cost twice National's estimates - NZTA
NZTA estimates National's transport plan includes a hole worth up to $24 billion.
MBIE moves ahead with voluntary redundancies; DIA confirms jobs could go
Government departments are pushing on with cost-slashing exercises, including job cuts.
Terminally ill Kiwi children relying on 'luck of the draw' for palliative care
Dr Amanda Evans says paediatric palliative care must be recognised as essential.
Luxon's shots fired at Labour over transport cash - but did they land?
Christopher Luxon's $200b hole claim doesn't quite pass the sniff test.
Debate on scrapping GST on kai heads to Parliament
Waititi says removing GST from kai would be the start of 'the radical shake-up'.
'Absolute nonsense': Hipkins slams Luxon's $200b hole claim
Christopher Luxon delivered his first state of the nation address as Prime Minister.
Revealed: New benefit rates reduce forecast incomes of disabled by $2300 by 2028
Fresh modelling shows disabled people will lose out.
Niwa defends $700k spend up on four 'luxury' utes
The weather agency says it needs the four utes for towing boats.
GP at Shane Reti’s old clinic more than $100k in the red, urges him to fix funding
'We have got to the point that we are running out of time.'
Government’s $3b landlord tax cut would be retrospective, trigger refunds
The IRD says the new Government's tax cuts could be applied retrospectively.
Kate MacNamara: What did we get for the $3b spent on regional development?
OPINION: Lies, damned lies and ministerial briefings on regional development.
$750k spent, nothing to show: Govt cost-cutting hits schools
Frustrated principal says build is back to square one.
PM announces $63m funding for Cyclone Gabrielle silt and debris removal
Urgent work to clean up cyclone-affected regions will continue, thanks to a $63m boost.
Deemed too risky: ‘Crucial’ housing plans delayed 10 years
The housing development is expected to offer homes for 15,500 people.
Fran O’Sullivan: Wellington Club's Machiavellian games pose risks for leaders
OPINION: Wellington Beltway’s slippery shoals can complicate quest for seasoned leaders.
Wayne Brown rules out rates rise to fund Auckland transport projects
It comes after the new Govt announced it will end Auckland's fuel tax on June 30.
GP clinic writes candid letter to patients explaining fee increase
GPs are taking out new mortgages and hiking fees as funding doesn't cover their costs.
Spending limits for next Budget to be revealed
Finance Minister Nicola Wills will drop two key Budget dates on Monday.
'Will leave a shortfall': Mayor's concern as Govt scraps Auckland fuel tax
Transport played a major part in National’s 100-day plan that was released last November.
Buyer for insolvent Ruapehu Alpine Lifts skifield walks away
A buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.
'Obsessed with things no one cares about': Is Govt distracted from its main priorities?
Smoking has been an issue for the Government - but did anyone ask them to focus on it?
Surprise tax cut? Government getting advice on dumping tariffs to reduce costs
David Seymour says lowering tariffs is important, but might not be coming soon.
Govt to introduce bill axing funding for cultural reports for offenders
The Government has one month left to complete its 100-day plan.
The value of financial assets owned by 10 big post-settlement iwi
Asset returns decreased and half the iwi reported financial losses.
Billions short each year: NZTA Waka Kotahi warns it will spend twice its funding
Agency concedes many of its projects will be deferred or delayed.
Fuel security driving government study on reopening Marsden Point refinery
Resources Minister Shane Jones says the refinery is key for the country's resilience.