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$55k back pocket hole: What you could be missing out in KiwiSaver cash

Women, young people and those in default funds are more likely to miss out.

PM says low- and middle-income Kiwis get 'emphasis' of tax package, Treasury figures say the opposite

About 130,000 households receive nothing from the package and 8000 are slightly worse off.

'Gobsmacked': Nearly $1m spent on consultants to investigate long tunnel

The Minister of Transport says a further $550k could be needed to investigate the tunnel.

'Great concern': Govt orders investigation amid Te Pāti Māori allegations

"I want an independent, arm's-length, objective review undertaken."

China's Premier Li Qiang to visit NZ this week, PM announces probe into Te Pāti Māori allegations

Christopher Luxon will also travel to Tokyo to meet Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida Fumio.

Teanau Tuiono: Workers deserve more leave, not less

OPINION: Stripping some workers of sick leave would be a slap in the face.

Mining sector body decries 'hysteria' in debate on fast-track bill

It comes just days after thousands marched in Auckland against the bill.

New stats show which industries lost and gained the most public sector jobs

The data shows 2.3 million jobs were filled in the March quarter.

'March For Nature' protest in Auckland

Well over a thousand demonstrators have packed into Auckland’s Aotea Square for the 'March For Nature' protest against the Government’s Fast Track Approvals Bill.

Protests against Government's 'general war on nature' to be held around NZ

People travelling near demonstrations are warned to allow extra time for their journey.

PM finds friends in the Pacific but true challenge looms

This week's trip to the Pacific went smoothly but potholes appear on the road ahead.

Thomas Coughlan: Understanding Australia’s deportation policy

OPINION: Why Australia and NZ don't understand each other on the issue of deportations.

Te Pāti Māori ask police to investigate marae data misuse claims

A host of government departments are now probing the allegations.

Kahukura: Funding stops for Mongrel Mob-led drug rehabilitation programme

Police Minister says gang-led rehab programmes will not get funding under the new Govt.

'Not come as a surprise': National MP referred to police over donations returns

The New Plymouth MP was the chairman of Parliament's environment committee.

Explained: What’s the deal with sick leave changes?

And why do part-time workers have the same number of days off, anyway?