NZ backs report which says Russian forces shot down Flight MH17, killing 298 people.

Any law change on cannabis should consider the risks to young people, says researcher.

Two major social issues, legalising marijuana and euthanasia, could be voted on next year.

Government requests details of commitments worldwide.

NZ First has campaigned on three strikes in the past but Labour wants to repeal it.

More than 35,000 people have made a submission on a voluntary euthanasia law change.

Jones has "deep doubts" about delivering on infrastructure without planning reform.

Greens counted around $610m in Budget wins, compared to $2.8b for NZ First.

"There's nothing more important to New Zealand than the wellbeing of its children."

Jacinda Ardern will continue to receive Cabinet papers while on leave.

Expect higher funding for qualified preschool teachers, careers advisers, driving lessons.

COMMENT: Odds are stacked against the National leader as Ardern exudes confidence.

Winston Peters has started warming up for his stint in the Prime Minister's seat.

Opposition welcomes withdrawal of a "fundamentally flawed" bill.

Bill McKibben is in NZ to talk about taking on business interests over climate change.

Unlawful migrants with building skills could stay in NZ to fill worker shortage.

Shane Jones fancies himself as an orator. We asked a linguistic expert to judge.

COMMENT: The Greens have been given a sweetener for backing the party-hopping bill.

More than two-thirds of schools say they don't get enough support for all children.

NZ First wants no part in a byelection so soon after the election, Winston Peters says.

The Health Minister's admission is evidence that Labour over-promised says National.

When Jacinda Ardern goes on leave, what sort of shape will her crew be in?

Shane Jones says he wants the power to appoint public servants to speed up processes.

Four weeks is plenty of time to study cracks appearing in coalition government

Forestry companies want foreign help to reach the Govt's 1 billion trees target.

EDITORIAL: After six months the Government has yet to show its real character.

More than 200 people disclosed criminal acts or sensitive information to Parliament.

New Zealand can extract gas for decades, and electricity review should help Ruapehu people

COMMENT: Where is the Greens' new co-leader - all I hear about is Julie Anne Genter.

COMMENT: National ended the election as the most popular party - and they still are.