Health system needs 3450 more doctors and 4100 more nurses in next decade
There has been huge growth in nursing numbers but gaps remain, Health NZ says.
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Latest poll shows Te Pāti Māori getting boost, National and Act need NZF
It follows another political poll earlier in the day.
Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis post-cabinet press conference
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis announce changes within the banking sector. Video / Mark Mitchell
Watch: 'Not good enough' – Govt moves on banking sector to improve competition
Christopher Luxon: ‘In short, we want to disrupt the status quo.’
NZTA says new revenue needed and is discussing structure of debts
The transport agency will have a $6b annual deficit by the end of the decade.
Govt target to train 500 new police officers could miss deadline – police
The target's timeline was a source of tension within the coalition at one point.
Health Commissioner accused of ‘cooking the books’ in heated meeting
The claims came after Health NZ was forced to change its estimated deficit.
Letters: Beach contamination shameful; what Kiwi cities are lacking
OPINION: 'Nothing but Third-World standards, and an absolute disgrace.'
PM says economy is 'turning a corner' but unemployment a 'particular concern'
Jobseeker numbers have swelled to 65,000 above Christopher Luxon's target.
Simon Wilson: There's a job for Luxon if they make Kiwi version of The Office
OPINION: The Government celebrates getting things done but is that really what it's doing?
Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
PM Christopher Luxon gives an update on the Government’s nine public service targets and more job seeker support announced. Video / Mark Mitchell
'Death spiral' warning for public transport in Hawke’s Bay as NZTA issues new targets
'The problem with dramatically increasing fares is that fewer people will take the bus.'
Liam Dann: RBNZ's grim warning as productivity woes come to a head
OPINION: New Zealand faces a future of slow and low GDP growth on its current path.
Judith Collins' update on the Manawanui sinking
The initial findings into the sinking of HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa last month have been revealed. Video / NZ Herald
Telephone Rd to reopen next year after being closed since 2022
Transport Minister Simeon Brown shared the announcement yesterday.
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks on restoring farmer confidence
Christopher Luxon speaks on restoring farmer confidence
Editorial: Cash rate cut signals tough times still ahead
OPINION: More competition from the banks is needed to give real relief to borrowers.
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to media
Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to the media
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis speak on OCR news
Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis speak to media on the OCR news
'Remove the gag clause': Doctors should be able to mention assisted dying - ministry
Government says any changes will be left to a member's bill.
Former National Party minister Nikki Kaye has died after battle with cancer
Former National Party minister Nikki Kaye has died after battle with cancer. Video / Carson Bluck
Chris Hipkins reacts to news of Nikki Kaye's death
Chris Hipkins reacts to news of former National Party minister Nikki Kaye's death while speaking to Kerre Woodham. Video / Newstalk ZB
Watch Live : Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking
Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking
Simon Wilson: The single biggest thing we could do to grow the economy
OPINION: Grow the economy, eliminate poverty: it's possible if we do things differently.
Editorial: Ok for cops to walk in a Rainbow Parade, but not the Toitū Te Tiriti hīkoi?
OPINION: Mark Mitchell's hardline approach is great for headlines but not practical.
Watch: 'Help is on the way' – PM announces new police base for Auckland CBD
The new public-facing police base will be established on Federal St.
'We're surrounded by everything that's bad for us': Being obese in New Zealand
Report calls for levies, limits on ads and fast-food shops, access to weight-loss drugs.
Letters: House haka was boisterous but dignified
OPINION: 'Please fix both these major driving problems this year.'
Tensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch ban
The new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.
Matthew Hooton: Luxon completely out of his depth
OPINION: From economy to race relations to health, the PM has failed the leadership test.
'We’re not going to be a slave to a surplus' - Associate Finance Minister
Expectations tempered around return to surplus in 2027/28.
Gisborne's speed limit changes under threat as Govt shifts gears
Gisborne implemented reduced speed limits in July, supported by public consultation.
Boot camp pilot participant allegedly reoffends, minister disappointed
Children’s Minister Karen Chhour said it would be naïve to think no one would reoffend.
'Stay calm': Lifetime gang member reacts after man faces prosecution under new law
Gang patches can no longer be worn in public.