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Report finds Govt lacks information on student achievement in primary, intermediate
The audit says better information is needed to improve student achievement.
Tory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'
The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.
$500,000 used on Ihumātao discussion and nothing to show for it
If the Māngere land is not sorted soon, the Government may step in.
800% more third strikers under the Govt's changes to toughen Three Strikes 2.0 – but will it make us safer?
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.
This is not a race based, this is a Judiciary attempting to be just - Jackson
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
The new Māori Queen will make her first official public appearance today.
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.
'100% preventable': Man dies after hospital fall, more than 24-hour wait in ED
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
OPINION: Should Government ministers be able to dole out money to anyone they want?
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.
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.
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
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
Advice on Govt intervention at Wellington City Council lands with Simeon Brown
Meanwhile, Tory Whanau is aiming to 'share the pain' with her budget cuts.
Anaru Eketone: Act's belief Māori should have exact same rights as non-Māori flawed
OPINION: Rights are complex and many-layered.
Greg Smith: Why the RBNZ has to cut the OCR by at least 0.75%
OPINION: Our economic data is dire, and the RBNZ must take drastic steps.
Act copping the blame for much of the anti-Māori rhetoric, Seymour says
David Seymour looks back over 12 months in power.
Book highlighting climate change in the Pacific launched at Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa
'Trouble in Paradise' features climate change imagery from across the Pacific.
Ministry for Regulation among public service's highest earners as sector pay jumps
The average manager's salary in the public sector sits at $163,800.