Opinion: Minister's promise of better Māori health outcomes faces reality check
OPINION: Shane Reti's promise falters amid ongoing staff cuts.
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'Shameful': Health NZ planning to cut nearly 1500 more jobs, union claims
Staff have been called into meetings today to discuss the proposal.
Opinion: Treaty bill a threat to Māori health and rights
OPINION: I was incensed and distressed to see the Treaty Principles Bill tabled.
Reti says good progress being made on Whangārei Hospital rebuild
Whangārei Hospital is in such a dire state that parts of the roof leak when it rains.
Extra $42m funding for New Zealand's hospitals, senior doctors
The Health Minister and the commissioner said the regions needed more of a boost.
Some schools won't have resources to teach new maths curriculum in time for Term 1
The Ministry of Education says there has been "high demand" for the new resources.
Simon Wilson: The single biggest thing we could do to grow the economy
OPINION: Grow the economy, eliminate poverty: it's possible if we do things differently.
Property Insider: $244k bill for Gulf Harbour Country Club’s owner; Here comes Santa Claus
It's the most wonderful time of the year, especially when Precinct goes tree generous.
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.
Public sector cuts: More job losses considered before Christmas
A senior leader tells staff he doesn't feel 'in the least bit Christmassy'.
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.
Public sector wages growing faster than private sector
Around 18,500 public servants received a pay rise in the quarter.
Japan government to unveil $238 billion stimulus
Once a tech leader, Japan has missed out on some important recent developments.
Boot camp pilot participant allegedly reoffends, minister disappointed
Children’s Minister Karen Chhour said it would be naïve to think no one would reoffend.
Mark Mitchell: My commitment to making New Zealanders feel safer in Aotearoa
OPINION: The Police Minister on why these new gang patch laws will make us safer.
Charter school provider has 'significant concerns' about application process
Announcements about the first new schools are expected next month.
How a 'horrific' hunting accident in 1982 led to a terminal cancer diagnosis
A patient is 'disgusted' National didn't fund 13 cancer drugs it promised.
Health NZ costs for contractors and consultants soar by $80m over past year
Labour MP says healthcare quality suffering due to rising contractor costs and staff cuts.
Coalition, Labour join forces to attract more PPPs
Firms may be paid to bid for government contracts.
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
'Where's our observer?' Crown appointee absent for first Wellington council meeting
Lindsay McKenzie starts in the role today, commuting between Nelson and Wellington.
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.
Thousands expected to take part in hīkoi sparked by Treaty Principles Bill
Groups left Cape Reinga and Bluff this morning, aiming to meet on the steps of Parliament in nine days' time. Video / TVNZ
Government’s response to the Inquiry into abuse in state care
Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford detail the Government’s response to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into abuse in state care. Video / NZ Herald
Chlöe Swarbrick calls for a conscience vote on the Treaty Principles Bill
Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick is calling for a conscience vote on the Treaty Principles Bill. Video / NZ Herald
'Ability to drive change': Why top cop Andrew Coster was appointed Social Investment boss
The outgoing Police Commissioner starts his five-year term in the new role on Monday.
NZDF workers taking escalated strike action after pay increase refusal
Union members are refusing to work overtime and will reduce work output.
Kāinga Ora calls in builders, clears Ponsonby tenants from five-year-old units
New paint, balustrades, privacy screens, walkway: New-ish Ponsonby state units upgraded.
Editorial: Wasteful tunnel spend from a Govt preaching fiscal restraint
OPINION: A mega-tunnel under Wellington was never going to stack up.
Letters: Kids caught up in police raids used as pawns – by gangs and MPs
OPINION: Also in today's letters: the Treaty Principles Bill, the US election and tax.
Twin tunnels or mega-tunnel? Government reveals its plan for Wellington's future
'These improvements will result in significant travel time savings during peak times.'
