PoliticsRotorua politicians talk on gang violenceWe asked our local candidates what they think should be done to solve our gang problem.24 Apr 07:29 PM
KahuShane Taurima to stand for Maori PartyThree years after leaving TVNZ, Shane Taurima will stand for the Maori Party.11 Apr 02:24 AM
KahuRMA reforms pass into lawNational's reform of the Resource Management Act is finally complete.06 Apr 10:46 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Maori Party on a rollCOMMENT: Attacks on the Maori Party are working in its favour.05 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuMaori Party claims GE-free victoryThe Maori Party is claiming a major victory against GE trials in New Zealand.05 Apr 04:34 AM
PoliticsHawke's Bay likely to remain GM freeNervous time for Hastings and Hawke's Bay producers as RMA changes debated last night.04 Apr 06:45 PM
KahuRMA reforms return to Parliament todayRMA reforms will take NZ "down a racially divisive abyss", Winston Peters says.04 Apr 05:12 AM
KahuNick Smith: Act's RMA criticism is piqueNick Smith says criticism of iwi powers in RMA reforms are "a nonsense."02 Apr 06:43 AM
KahuMaori land bill to go aheadMaori land will get more protection than private land from being bought for public works.30 Mar 11:00 AM
KahuMaori Party's candidate hunt continuesLabour's Kelvin Davis dismisses Maori Party 'tokenism' call as "smack talk."28 Mar 05:08 AM
KahuPolice set dog on 12yo hiding in kindyThe girl was savaged by a police dog when she did not respond to an officer's calls.25 Mar 05:12 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettTrevett: fiscal Kumbaya vs corralling catsAs Labour and the Greens sign a vow of Fiscal Prudence, PM Bill English wrestled Medusa.24 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuRMA reforms to progressMajor reforms to the Resource Management Act are finally ready to progress.22 Mar 11:36 PM
OpinionMPs: Pathways chance to focus debateOPINION: Let's improve the quality of our debate on the challenge of climate policy.21 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuRMA reforms hinge on GMO debateA key piece of National policy is hanging in the balance.16 Mar 04:20 AM
KahuGovt to ease fears about whanau firstOverhaul of the child protection laws puts emphasis on placing children in a safe, loving home.15 Mar 09:42 PM
New ZealandA week that may make the differenceCOMMENT: The events of the past week may be a turning point in election year, writes Audrey Young.10 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuKing Tuheitia endorses Rahui PapaThe Maori King says his cousin, the current MP, has no mana now.09 Mar 06:11 PM
New ZealandGovt to support domestic violence leaveExtra days off for domestic violence victims is one step closer.07 Mar 01:22 AM
New ZealandSuper shift hinges on electionThe Prime Minister's proposal to lift the retirement age has been rejected by National's likely coalition partners and opponents.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsNZ Super change divides localsNational Party has stunned its critics with a plan for national superannuation.06 Mar 04:15 AM
New ZealandEnglish rules out means-testing for SuperBill English remains tight-lipped about possible changes to Super, but has ruled out means-testing or changing the way it is paid.05 Mar 07:49 PM
New ZealandConservatives protest exclusion from debateNo room for the Conservatives or The Opportunities Party at first debate.05 Mar 04:48 AM
PoliticsAt least four vie for Napier seatLabour's Stuart Nash will be up against three or more others in race for seat in Parliament27 Feb 05:05 PM
KahuBattle begins for Ikaroa-RawhitiHousing shortages are likely to dominate the political conversation as the election looms27 Feb 04:32 PM
OpinionRodney HideRodney Hide: Politics of exclusionCOMMENT: Just who are the "My People" Hone Harawira talks of?25 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTime for a political check-upIsaac Davison takes the pulse of the parties to reveal who is in good health and who is a dead man walking.24 Feb 04:00 PM
EditorialClaire TrevettTrevett: Little puts on dancing shoesCOMMENT: In the fight for survival, the Maori Party needs to say it will go with Labour if it has the choice in 2017, writes Claire Trevett.22 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionBarry SoperSoper:Harawira's deal classic potpourriCOMMENT: It's your classic political potpourri which makes even Donald Trump look disciplined, although that's probably going a bit far.20 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuFlavell confident of increasing Waiariki majorityKelly_Makiha_FEB16.epsWhat_do_you_think_circle_3cp.eps Waiariki MP Te Ururoa Flavell isn't taking another win in the Waiariki seat 20 Feb 04:40 AM
KahuAudrey Young: Mana Maori deal goes further than mostCOMMENT: Unlike other electoral accommodations, the Mana Maori deal is devoid of subtlety.20 Feb 03:43 AM
New ZealandWatch: Harawira on his comeback dealEXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: If Hone Harawira could do it all over again, he would not get into bed with Kim Dotcom.19 Feb 11:38 PM
KahuMana and Maori parties to sign agreementThe Maori Party and the Mana Party are about to sign an agreement that's expected to involve electorate deals designed to enhance 19 Feb 05:22 PM
KahuMaori Party to stay, fight over differencesBill English said the problems in the bill could be easier to sort out in practice than in theory.15 Feb 06:36 AM
