Budget 2020: Housing providers ready to build 8000 new public houses - but say more needed
Groups say 14,869 people registered on public housing waiting list by end of last year.
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No new Covid cases today as NZ steps into 'safer new normal'
Third consecutive day of zero cases in the country.
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Waikato's acting top cop says they had extensive dialogue with the group beforehand.
Live: PM's last-minute chop and change: Funeral backdown as NZ breaks its bubble
National says the Govt has chopped and changed, and still has an inconsistent policy.
Ardern warns of 'very tough winter' ahead of landmark Budget
Jacinda Ardern says today's budget is going to have a clear focus: 'Jobs, jobs, jobs'.
Govt clearance sought for charter flights to bring Chinese students back
Education Minister says any changes to travel ban is still some time away.
Kiwi celebs reveal what they're looking forward to most at level 2
Well-known New Zealanders can't wait for more freedom under level 2.
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COMMENT: We ask five commentators what Budget 2020 has to do to be a success.
Govt faces 'one hell of a fiscal repair job' MPs told by top economist
A range of economic experts are being quizzed by MPs
Live: 'Muldoon with slogans': Nats slam Ardern, 'inhumane' funeral restrictions
Simon Bridges says it is 'inhumane' to limit funeral, religious gatherings to 10 people.
Bridges v Bloomfield round two: National leader sticks to his guns
The Ministry of Health released a letter today, rebutting concerns raised by Bridges.
National moves to block law which gives effect to new alert level rules
Despite National voting against the bill, it's still almost certain to pass into law.
China bans Aussie meat imports as Covid-19 tensions rise
Canberra and Beijing have become increasingly embroiled in a bitter row.
Budget 2020: Tourism rescue package confirmed as operators hope for lifeline
MPs will hear from affected tourism operators, as well as Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis.
Live: Level 2 - Big winners and losers revealed; PM reveals 'hardest' part of crisis
Who are the winners and losers of the move to level 2 on Thursday?
Budget 2020: What's been announced so far and what people want to see
On Thursday, Robertson will unveil his 'recovery budget' – what do people want to see?
Game on - sports to resume under level 2
Hunters get ready - a delayed duck shooting season kicks off next Saturday.
Last call? Bars unhappy about delayed opening, new rules - more jobs at risk
Restaurants and bars will be open within days.
Jacinda Ardern's kibosh on 100-person weddings/gatherings - for now
PM says social groups can only have 10 people, and only for two hours outside a home.
Level 2 on Thursday: Malls, cafes open; schools on Monday; bars must wait 10 days
Cafes can open from Thursday but bars must wait 10 days as we head to level 2.
Inside the lockdown: A masterclass in mass communication – and control
COMMENT: Duncan Greive looks back at the historic lockdown, and how it was achieved.
Budget wishlist: What environmental leaders want
Dr Rebecca Stirnemann says: "It's cost-effective to do the action now".
Govt urged to allow NZME and Stuff merger by Act leader
NZME wants to buy Stuff for $1, after being knocked back from the acquisition in the past
D-day: Cabinet mulls level 2 start, expert warns PM to pause
Top ministers met this morning for an extended Cabinet meeting on taking NZ to level 2.
Sir Bob Jones: Govt should stay out of landlord-tenant relations
"No need for the Government to become involved" - Sir Bob Jones
Budget 2020 wishlist: School principals want funding maintained
Principals reveal what they hope to see come out of this year's Budget.
Budget 2020 wishlist: What do Rotorua MPs want?
MPs want to rebuild whānau and environment, save and create jobs, and focus on innovation.
Auckland's Elliot Stables eatery owners desperate for help
About 40 staff are employed at Elliot Stables and many are on the wage subsidy now.
Funeral denied: 'Every time I close my eyes I see my son in a body bag' - anger over family's plight
'No one should have to go through this', says grieving mum as PM promises to make contact.
Editorial: Challenges, opportunities ahead in virus response
EDITORIAL: To envious overseas eyes, we have been a smooth success story.
Two new cases and 24 hours from the big decision on level-2 living
Two new cases today - and just two people in hospital. Are we set for level 2?
Shane Jones teases Northport as Covid 'economic haven'
NZ First is still pushing for Northport growth, now citing a Covid-19 "economic haven".
Health Minister rejects 'gagging' advice in PM's office memo, reveals $160m budget boost
David Clark's announcement comes just days before Thursday's 'recovery' Budget.
Transtasman bubble: What protocols will be in place?
Under such a bubble, passengers would need to adhere to strict travel safety protocols.