But the US President's tax reform is 'widely unpopular with rank-and-file voters'.

Experts have set out potential ways gene-editing technology could be used in New Zealand.

Jacinda Ardern and James Shaw announce formulation of the Zero Carbon Act and an independent climate change commission.

The details of who will get access and in what circumstances are yet to be released.

Festival-goers have always taken drugs and will continue doing so no matter the law.

Criminal bar association president says KiwiSaver should come under Proceeds of Crime law.

"Perhaps Mr Little could start by taking his pills."

Couple found out their visas had been denied - five days after their baby was born.

NZ doesn't have a co-ordinated plan to adapt to future climate change, Govt report finds.

The bill has been described as a "license to kill" and "compassionate" by different MPs.

PM Jacinda Ardern supports End of Life Choice Bill but National's Bill English will not.

NZSIS access of customs and immigration data 'unlawful', says its oversight body.

Ministry for Vulnerable Children to be renamed with the word "vulnerable" being dropped.

The family members are starting to move around unassisted after their brush with death.

COMMENT: It has been a topsy-turvy week for the National opposition.

Briefings: Police want to discuss a raft of issues affecting their frontline work.

The prison population is expected to soar to more than 12,000 by 2026.

But many of the hay seeds were planted by National before the election.

Former PM Tony Abbott has voiced his disapproval calling it a 'dreadful moral watershed'.

COMMENT: The Greens' leaked strategy document raises questions about integrity.

The new Government is being urged to move quickly on better wheel clamping regulations.

MPs are discussing a bill to increase paid parental leave as Parliament gets to work.

Federated Farmers signals the end of lengthy legal saga over GMO regulation in Northland.

A new law targeting internet trolls has exposed huge numbers of disgruntled lovers.

Housing Minister Phil Twyford referenced Trump donor Peter Thiel when discussing plan.

The Government many need to act urgently get laws passed within 100 days.

Let the spirit of the OIA survive politics, writes David Fisher.

Council wants better value for money from museums, gallery.

Labour and Green leaders reject reports that the proposed Kermadec sanctuary is dead.

Auckland's bold mission to rid itself of pests has been met with a groundswell of support.