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The error was identified during Herald data analysis.
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Luxon said it was a bit like gardening, ripping the trees out rather than trimming leaves.
Tommy Wilson: Strap in for three years of unsettled political weather
OPINION: We could collapse into a chaos not seen in this country before.
Pipeline becomes nightmare: Ryman axes $150m plans
'Frustrating' local community, residents had to pay $40,000 to battle plans in their area.
Beehive Diaries: Luxon tries to start a new trend, Parker's DIY disaster
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Shane Te Pou: Fair Pay Agreements make a massive difference for blue-collar workers
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Shaneel Lal: How the change in the fees-free tertiary policy could put off potential uni students
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Govt eyes private partnerships for future hospital developments
ACT coalition deal commits the government to explore build and lease-back arrangements.
'Private health cover saved my life - but I’m worried for my Māori cousins'
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Steve Braunias: The Secret Diary of Christopher Luxon
OPINION: Christopher Luxon has had a bit of a frustrating week.
Thomas Coughlan: Why it’s a great time to be in Government
The new Government is having fun - so is the Opposition.
Prime Minister derails hopes for Napier-Wairoa link
The PM said the Government 'shouldn't be progressing' the 'poorly utilised' rail link.
'Goldilocks of New Zealand': Hamilton MP showcases his electorate
The new MP presented his maiden statement in Parliament yesterday.
'Public trust is our biggest challenge': How the relationship between media and politicians is changing
Long-time political reporter Jane Patterson joins the On the Tiles podcast.
The Govt departments set to switch from Māori to English names
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Luxon says Cyclone Gabrielle-hit zones 'not forgotten', SH2 'in really bad shape'
The PM is in Cyclone Gabrielle-hit Wairoa in a change from his duties this week.
'Cheap politics': Labour fires back at Nicola Willis over ferry budget blowout
Labour finance spokesman Grant Robertson sheds more light on KiwiRail's ferry conundrum.
IRD puts four Auckland dentistry companies under
The businesses were in receivership till last April but repaid creditors $5m to escape.
AT vows to fix 550km of potholed roads, but road deaths forecast from funding cuts
There'll be a blitz on road maintenance this summer, but safety funding could be cut.
Dame Naida has doubts over Government’s approach to te reo Māori
“I think they’re racist - there’s no other word for it."
Mike Hosking: So far the new Government has done one very important thing
OPINION: As much as we want change, we want results more.
Ukraine has moved my soul on many levels
Opinion: Tenby Powell is back after setting up a relief effort in Ukraine.
'He's the man that's there': Police union boss coy on Coster's suitability
Chris Cahill was asked if Andrew Coster is still 'the man for the job'.
Willis: We have no choice but to implement te reo bonuses
Nicola Willis reins back her comments on te reo bonuses
Human Rights Commission expected to earn new coalition ire after co-governance appointment
Act's David Seymour wants to see such roles disestablished.
Opinion: David Seymour and Beltway bureaucrats must learn from medieval Iceland
OPINION: Gargantuan red tape will be gone if we learn a "Thingvellir" or two from Iceland.
Editorial: Leaders must act to bring New Zealand together
OPINION: There are fears decades of race relations progress could be damaged.
'Bunch of losers' - Peters strafes political opponents in fiery first debate
It came as leaders launched into the first Parliamentary debate this term.
Maori king to host a national hui in January in bid for unity
Kīngi Tuheitia wants to ensure all voice are heard.
Māori Development Minister hits back at Te Pāti Māori protest position
Tama Potaka says the Government is not 'anti Māori'.
Public service cutbacks: The Kiwi startup framed as David Seymour-friendly
Yarken lands NZ Defence Force as early customer.
Auditor-General to conduct review after Herald investigation finds voting errors
The review is also likely to involve tabling a report in Parliament.