Labour out, National in - either way, neoliberalism wins again
OPINION: Regardless of the election result, a form of austerity was always going to win.
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But the senior Labour MP is not committing to staying in Parliament for a full term.
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Victorious Luxon wants to do things 'differently' but is doing things the same
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Hipkins to discuss his future with Labour; National, NZ First discussions continue
Labour MPs meet today to farewell departing colleagues and discuss Hipkins' future.
1.2 million cubic metres to go: Plea for funding to remove cyclone silt in Hawke's Bay
More than half of the silt dumped by the cyclone is still sitting, waiting to be cleared.
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Luxon v Seymour: Will National's tax cuts make it through negotiations?
National will need to appease both Act and NZ First.
Simon Wilson: Welcome to Auckland - it’s not what you may have thought
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Election 2023 over, so what next?
We should know the state of the Government within three weeks.
Lack of Pasifika MPs in new government a concern for the community
Pacific leaders fear they will have little or no voice in the new National-led Government.
Which electorate gave Liz Gunn's NZ Loyal party the most votes?
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Election 2023: Greens expect to do ‘good work’ in opposition on climate, public housing
The Greens will keep on fighting for people and the planet, new MP says.
The faces of the South Island's new leaders following blue election tidal wave
A new party returns to the South Island and several red seats flip.
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NZ First looks to bring Nats to table for quick deal, will ask for 2nd Covid inquiry
NZ First knows it needs to deliver for its anti-Covid response constituency.
Jarrod Gilbert: We need a total rethink of how we tackle crime post-election
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Claire Trevett: Post-election hangover delivers Luxon NZ First question, and Hipkins leadership speculation
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Editorial: Why a cohesive coalition is high on incoming PM’s list
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‘Jacinda was ready to sell her grandmother': What drives Winston Peters’ coalition negotiations
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The preliminary results are out, and Northland's leaders have reacted.
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Matt Heath on the Rugby World Cup and the election.
Election 2023: Eight Pasifika voices likely in new Parliament
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Simon Wilson: The Labour collapse - fit for the war but not for the peace
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It was a blue wave across the country, with significant gains for the minor parties.