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Wayne Mapp to leave Parliament
Defence Minister Wayne Mapp has announced his intention to stand down at the next election.
Wong inquiry 'not warranted' - AG
Auditor-General Lyn Provost says she won't investigate alleged abuse of a Parliamentary travel perk by former minister Pansy Wong. She also said the ministerial expenses system was flawed and needed an overhaul.
Wong resignation a cover up - Goff
Pansy Wong's resignation as an MP today is a "cynical political attempt at a cover up", Labour says.
Pansy Wong resigns as MP
Pansy Wong has announced her resignation from Parliament saying the row over her use of her travel perk has been an unfair distraction to the Government and she wants to concentrate on her family.
First-term MP to replace Wong
National MP Hekia Parata will replace Pansy Wong in Cabinet after Ms Wong resigned over travel perks.
Power: Justice shake-up biggest in 50 years
A new bill, signed off today, will likely result in savings of 450 court days each year, the Govt says.
<i>Audrey Young:</i> McCarten spices up byelection
Matt McCarten has an amazing capacity to fight the fight in an uncompromising way but with an immense amount of goodwill and humour.
Govt calls for tenders on PPP prison
The Government has called for expressions of interest for design, construction and operation of a new privately run prison.