The observer: Who has the chops to rein in Wellington City Council?
Several names have been floated as potential candidates to sort out the 'shambles'.
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Local Government Minister Simeon Brown on appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
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Christopher Luxon defends Andrew Bayly
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon defends Small Business Minister Andrew Bayly. Video / Mark Mitchell
David Seymour on Crown observer for Wellington City Council
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Antonia Watson defends ANZ's high profits.
Report finds Govt lacks information on student achievement in primary, intermediate
The audit says better information is needed to improve student achievement.
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$500,000 used on Ihumātao discussion and nothing to show for it
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Is the price tag of tens of millions of dollars worth a policy that may not work?
‘Lifeline’ tax rebate helps NZ video game industry return to strong growth
From 'existential crisis' to a half-a-billion revenue milestone.
Editorial: Swearing by a member of Parliament is neither light-hearted nor unintentional
OPINION: Andrew Bayly's outburst was not in the Cabinet Manual.
National's Andrew Bayly questioned on controversial insult
National's Andrew Bayly is questioned about controversial insult upon his return to Parliament. Video / Parliament TV
Watch: 'Must do better' – Mayor says tough decisions ahead after Government appoints observer
The Government is to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council.
Opinion: Angry Wellington ratepayers vindicated as Government steps in
Advice raises concerns about financial mismanagement and Wellingtonians being overcharged.
Simeon Brown appoints Crown observer
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has decided to place a Crown observer on Wellington City Council following its decision to reopen its long-term plan. Video / NZ Herald
Minister Andrew Bayly says he wasn’t drunk when he insulted worker
It comes as Labour calls for investigation into how the original complaint was seemingly moved into spam folders after it had been read by recipients.
PM Christopher Luxon addresses youths 'protesting' from justice facility roof
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks on the demands from youths who occupied the rooftop of their youth justice facility. Video / NZ Herald
Political leaders respond to comments made by Minister Andrew Bayly
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins on the complaints made about Minister Andrew Bayly. Video / NZ Herald
Abuse in Care: Government releases details of national apology
The apology will take place on November 12.
Spy agencies silent on Israel-Iran leak amid US investigation
NZ spy agencies are silent on leaks of secret documents linked to Israel's Iran plans.
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The U-turn forced on Una Jagose is disgraceful
Labour calls for probe into tobacco tax cut amid industry influence claims
Labour demands an inquiry into tax cuts for HTPs.
Te Arikinui Kuini Ngā wai hono i te pō expected at Tuahiwi Marae
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Brian Rankin: Lessons Māori and Pākeha can take from the America’s Cup experience in Barcelona
OPINION: Team NZ had an inspirational leader and all the right people.
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Kerry Mason's father Brian Brosnahan died after a 'huge fall' on a hospital ward.
Political Roundup: Auditor-General damns Govt’s charity funding processes
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Four government departments spend more on consultants in a financial year after order to cut back
The Government has directed agencies to reduce reliance on contractors and consultants.
Government toughens Three Strikes 2.0, likely to include thousands more offenders
The new regime will now be retrospective, with a lower threshold for a first strike
Minister mulls dissolving Ihumātao committee after four years, $500k spent and no solution
The group tasked with deciding the future of Ihumātao has been told it could be dissolved.
Christopher Luxon and Simeon Brown's roading announcement
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Transport Minister Simeon Brown say work has started on the first of the Government’s Roads of National Significance. Video / Mark Mitchell
Simeon Brown receives advice on government interventions at Wellington City Council
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has received advice from officials on potential government interventions at Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins on complaints against Andrew Bayly
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaking on complaints made about Small Business Minister Andrew Bayly. Video / Mark Mitchell