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Luxon speaks to the media after announcing plan to restrict social media for under-16s
The Government is making work on restrictions to social media for New Zealanders under the age of 16 part of its official programme. Video / NZ Herald
Luxon holds stand-up after announcing plan to restrict social media for under-16s
The Government is making work on restrictions to social media for New Zealanders under the age of 16 part of its official programme. Video / NZ Herald
Cecilia Robinson: 'Why didn't we learn this at school?'
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Act triggers rarely used coalition clause amid row with National on firearms registry
It's only been invoked a small number of times.
Police goal of 500 extra officers by November unlikely
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Government promises boy-racer crackdown
Ministers Chris Bishop and Mark Mitchell announced new offences and penalties in Rotorua on Sunday, with Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell. Video / Kelly Makiha
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$35m boost to help Customs fight against illegal drugs flooding NZ
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39 minors killed in Sinaloa cartel conflict, ombudsman reports
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NZ lagging behind most comparable countries on space spending
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Rocket Lab revenue slips 7% as space company expands American defence efforts
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Matthew Hooton: Desperate times call for bold measures
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