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OPINION: Kiwis are building a community that embraces all tikanga.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Seymour runs the risk of taking things too far
Opinion: Seymour and his party don’t mind having a crack at his PM.
Political Roundup: Shane Jones in 'Make NZ Great Again' mode with new law
Opinion: Shane Jones and Chris Bishop's approach will appeal to the public.
Former Te Whatu Ora chair criticises Health NZ’s ‘savings’ directive
Rob Campbell said it shows "poor management" and is "frankly irresponsible".
Claire Trevett: Luxon takes leaf from Yellowstone in dealing to under-performing ministers
Leader's ability to sack a minister altogether is limited by a lack of replacements.
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Hospitals asked to make more than $80m in savings by July
Hospitals told they must 'live within our means' and clamp down on staff costs.
After spending $700k-plus on pins for Covid-19 workers, department now cutting costs
Some 80,000 frontline pandemic workers were given the pins.
Audrey Young: National's comeback kid has a lot on his plate
OPINION: Three years ago, 'Goldie' was in the political doldrums.
Record number of Aucklanders make Long-Term Plan submissions
The council's Governing Body will adopt the final Long Term Plan on June 27.
After-hours clinics on verge of collapse in some regions
Overworked GPs have signalled they can no longer provide cover or the funding falls short.
Chris Bishop: Fast Track Approvals Bill - NZ has become an obstruction economy
Opinion: Our Fast Track Approvals Bill will help rebuild the economy.
ACC taxi woes: Flood of complaints, patient nearly missed surgery
Many readers have reported missing vital medical appointments.
'90 is the new 70': Waikato breast surgeon hails screening-age extension
The Government is working to offer free breast cancer screening for those aged 70-74.
Political Roundup: Luxon’s ruthless show of strength is perfect for our angry era
OPINION: The PM has surprised everyone with his ruthlessness in sacking two ministers.
Winston Peters speaks at Gallipoli dawn service
Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters gives speech at Gallipoli Anzac dawn service. Video / Whakaata Māori
GCSB refuses to release details of spy deal
GCSB is refusing to release a copy of deal to run a secret operation out of this country.
Quarry linked to $55k donation to NZ First and Shane Jones, approached over fast-track
The Government has been urged to manage potential conflicts.
Media minister Melissa Lee rolled as industry awaits plan
Paul Goldsmith now inherits the tricky job some predecessors have resigned over.
Kea Kids News: Green Party MP Chlöe Swarbrick can call out boomers, but can she dab?
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‘Possum caught in headlights’: Media commentators welcome Melissa Lee's sacking
Luxon announced the reshuffle yesterday.
Opinion: The way Luxon rolls will keep ministers on their toes
OPINION: The PM's message is clear: if you're not up to the job, you don't keep it.
Chris Hipkins responds to Cabinet reshuffle
Labour leader Chris Hipkins responds to Christopher Luxon's Cabinet reshuffle announcement. Video / Mark Mitchell
Christopher Luxon announces Cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces senior Cabinet ministers will take over the Broadcasting and Disability Issues portfolios. Video / Mark Mitchell
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Penny Simmonds has also been stripped of the Disability Issues portfolio.
Oranga Tamariki left with no lawyers in Gisborne or Southland
The ministry's lawyers work with vulnerable children across the country.
Yoga, clothing, a pet: What principals spent 'treat yourself' Covid-19 wellbeing money on
The ministry doesn't know how many schools were sent draft guidance to 'treat' themselves.
Delight as Pharmac proposes to fund new cancer drug
Overall, more than 800 patients would benefit, Pharmac said.
Police Association president Chris Cahill gives submission to justice select committee
Chris Cahill earlier expressed his support for the Government’s proposed gang patch ban - but said it was 'not without its fish hooks'. Video / New Zealand Parliament
Former Black Power member Eugene Ryder gives submission to justice select committee
A former member of Black Power says the Government’s proposed gang patch ban won't work and could lead to members getting tattoos of patches. Video / New Zealand Parliament
'Released in error': Treasury paper hints at axing $6b flood resilience plan
Nicola Willis asked for advice on ditching the critical infrastructure fund.