Government still looking at tax on businesses masquerading as charities
The Government is getting advice on closing a longstanding loophole.
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Watch: Opposition to grill Govt over new violent crime data
Mark Mitchell argues Kiwis feel safer but more work needs to be done to address crime.
'Love to be more popular': Hipkins says he has 'full support' of caucus after poor poll
Labour MPs deny manoeuvres are afoot as Hipkins goes to the UK.
Aussie Malcolm: Victim of alleged sex abuse urges police to keep investigating
The former Cabinet minister was accused of sexually abusing boys.
'Epitome of arrogance': Mobility parking ticket soars to $750
The Government-led change will come into effect from October 1.
Revealed: Treasury’s verdict on whether tax cuts would cause inflation
Treasury gave its verdict on the economic debate that raged for nearly a year.
The 'invasive' police search powers that convinced Justice Minister to ban gang patches in private homes
The home ban was opposed by several agencies as well as the Privacy Commissioner.
New sentencing laws to hit Parliament as progress on PM’s public service targets revealed
The Government's target regarding violent crime is considered 'at risk'.
Simon Wilson: Wait, what, Watts? The Climate Minister talks to business
Opinion: “Harder and faster,” says Climate Minister Simon Watts, but what does he mean?
Watch: Govt at risk of missing targets for violent crime, announces tougher sentencing rules
Luxon is expected to be joined by Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith.
Poll finds that Chris Hipkins' popularity has nosedived
A new poll shows the coalition tightening its grip on power.
Hipkins to head to UK, will discuss Labour's direction with its new Govt
It comes as Labour considers its platform for the next election.
Youth justice watchdogs looking to assess Govt's boot camp pilot
The Children's Minister says she's encouraged by the results so far.
‘Absolute dog’s breakfast’: Why a new move banning gang patches in a private home is causing an uproar
Should it be a jailable crime to have a gang patch in your house, even if it's not yours?
PM urges people to come forward over historical child sex abuse claims against former Nat minister
Police were reportedly investigating claims at the time of the former minister's death.
PM announces drop in Auckland CBD crime rates after overnight police ride-along
The level of crime, particularly in Auckland, was a major election issue last year.
Shane Te Pou: Time for Hipkins to spring into action
OPINION: Hipkins needs to quickly get his caucus and party onside, then travel the motu.
Claire Trevett: David Seymour's annoying habit of hogging headlines
OPINION: The Treaty Principles Bill is going nowhere - so why is Seymour digging in?
Peters pulls Ngata into Treaty debate from the grave
Sir Apirana Ngata's family discussed how to respond to him being used in debate.
Parliament sets itself free, and gives security guards greater powers
Parliament, not the Government, will decide how much money it needs.
Seymour on the 'dystopian' ads and what 'crashed' Act's support
You might think Act's 2023 election campaign was a success. Its leader isn't so sure.
‘Need rather than race’: Govt formally makes expectations clear to public services
A coalition agreement says that “need” should be prioritised over "race".
Waitangi Tribunal report condemns ministers’ meeting with seafood reps
If law change proceeds, it would 'significantly endanger the Māori-Crown relationship'.
PM says Treaty Principles Bill not the 'number one' issue for New Zealanders
Luxon believes a referendum on the Treaty principles would be incredibly divisive.
Labour MP diagnosed with breast cancer
The Māngere MP will undergo surgery and then remain on leave to recover.
School lunches have ‘profound' impact on learners' wellbeing
Achievement improved at some schools participating in the Ka Ora, Ka Ako scheme.
Far North Mayor's message for Simeon Brown on Māori ward referendums: 'You pay for it'
Councils around the country have raised concerns about the cost of holding the polls.
'We are not against Māori wards': PM emphasises principle of local democracy in debate
PM speaks on Māori wards, healthcare, forestry while visiting Gisborne.
Behind the scenes of Winston Peters’ fight to make minimal cuts to ministry
Willis said Peters' proposals "fall short" of expectations. But he got his way.
Calls to investigate intelligence agencies over potential co-operation with Israel’s invasion of Gaza
Three activists have warned the agencies could be a party to the invasion of Gaza.
Budget docs: Treasury recommended less health funding, lower tax cuts
Three months later, Budget papers have been released.
Darleen Tana says Greens broke own constitution by asking her to resign
Lawyers for Tana making their case that she was unlawfully ejected from the party.
Politician of the Year: Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke of Te Pāti Māori wins major international award
Maipi-Clarke travelling to Canada to accept the award.