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PM confirms he killed wealth tax, capital gains tax in Budget

Budget documents reveal the Government was working on big tax changes.

'Concerning' trends emerging as KiwiSaver gender gap widens

A number of challenges face women as they save less than men on average.

NZ, EU see 'eye-to-eye' on China perspective, says ambassador

New Zealand and the European Union can help each other de-risk.

Bush calls on ex top police brass to support change at Oranga Tamariki

Bush is overseeing the independent review of the OT-run residences and community homes.

Opinion: Where’s the justice in the tough-on-crime noise?

One hot topic of this election is law and order, are political parties getting this right?

Charities and families under pressure to put food on the table

Northland foodbanks and families under pressure as food prices continue to rise.

Nato’s celebrated unity faces fresh strains

Joe Biden and his counterparts are heavily invested in demonstrating harmony.

China sends warships and fighter jets near Taiwan

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s visit to Beijing aims to mend strained relations.

‘We live in a very woke world’: Barry Soper on why MPs need to watch their mouths

Will Kiri Allan be able to hold on to her job?

Secret cyber security shake-up: Little confirms, defends plan after protest letter

Cert NZ will be mashed into the GCSB.

The Premium Debate: Reacting to Jan Tinetti being ordered to apologise

Opinion: Premium subscribers have their say.

Māori call for Govt action after alcohol danger report

University research reveals alcohol is NZ's most dangerous drug.

'I don’t want you driving': Daughter told to fly home rather than risk potholed roads

In the past 18 months, 26,350 potholes were reported across the region.

What the changes to child support payments mean for beneficiaries

Parents will start receiving the payments from August 22 if the liable parent pays.

Te Ururoa Flavell wants Māori to enrol - then make their election votes count

Former Māori Party leader is urging Māori to make their votes count.

French rioters target mayor’s home during fifth night of unrest

However, overall violence appears to have lessened compared to previous nights.