Any law change on cannabis should consider the risks to young people, says researcher.

Two major social issues, legalising marijuana and euthanasia, could be voted on next year.

Readers write about government debt; Mike Hosking; judge's failings and the Maori nation

The Govt spent, taxed and borrowed more in the Budget for little gain, National says.

Greens counted around $610m in Budget wins, compared to $2.8b for NZ First.

Two new child poverty reduction units are being established to combat the social issue.

The pre-Budget guessing and bickering finally ends today.

The $80 million 4-year package is part of an expected big Budget boost for conservation

Special education - or learning support - is a pressure point in the education system.

Bill McKibben is in NZ to talk about taking on business interests over climate change.

Unlawful migrants with building skills could stay in NZ to fill worker shortage.

COMMENT: The Greens have been given a sweetener for backing the party-hopping bill.

Information about annual returns filed with the Electoral Commission have been released.

A former Green co-leader says she is distressed by her party's position on waka-jumping.

Kiwi MPs paid homage to the latest royal baby in the House this afternoon.

NZ First wants no part in a byelection so soon after the election, Winston Peters says.

Hearings on medical cannabis laws have included instructions on how to use it.

The former Green Party co-leader swam in front of the ship as it searched for oil off NZ.

The candidate for the byelection would be chosen at a later date.

Julie Anne Genter feels time is right for women to have more power.

The Greens will decide tomorrow whether they stand in the Northcote byelection.

Green Party MP is drawcard for fundraiser and Whanganui Women's Network breakfast.

EDITORIAL: After six months the Government has yet to show its real character.

Government Minister is drawcard at events in Whanganui on Sunday and Monday.

More than 200 people disclosed criminal acts or sensitive information to Parliament.

Banning off-shore oil and gas exploration was easy, much harder decisions lie ahead.

COMMENT: Where is the Greens' new co-leader - all I hear about is Julie Anne Genter.

COMMENT: National ended the election as the most popular party - and they still are.

Winston Peters' right-hand man looking to get a taste of Whanganui

The PM said: 'It's not where the future lies." I didn't know the future was so close.