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Bongbong to von der Leyen: The world leaders Luxon is talking to in free trade 'fight'
The Prime Minister scored calls with major names.
Winston Peters turns 80: Why the Deputy PM is unlikely to quit anytime soon
Peters' birthday is one of the major political moments of the week.
Locals take NZTA median barriers fight to Parliament
Rochelle Zajko's petition calls for barrier gaps and safe turning bays.
Food Safety Minister under fire for possible conflict of interest
Andrew Hoggard’s sister advised against tougher infant formula standards.
Privileges Committee chairwoman Judith Collins responds to Te Pāti Māori no-show
Parliament’s privileges committee, chaired by National minister Judith Collins, is giving Te Pāti Māori MPs another chance to appear before the committee.
Te Pāti Māori plans own version of Privileges Committee after skipping key meeting
The party argues it would not get a fair hearing after several requests were rejected.
‘Designed to silence us’: Te Pāti Māori refuses to face Privileges Committee over haka
The party argues it will not get a fair hearing after several requests were rejected.
Bill English on fixing the health system - and the Auckland iwi leading the way
The former Prime Minister thinks there are plenty of ways to improve performance.
Primary healthcare spend flatlines and plans for another Auckland hospital | NZ Herald News Update
Public primary healthcare spending has flatlined and Health Minister Simeon Brown announces plans for a second South Auckland hospital. Video/ NZ Herald
‘Window dressing’? Luxon told Nicole McKee to emphasise public safety in gun law reforms. Is this more than talk?
Bill is set to pass its third reading this week under urgency.
Drug-driving testing legislation passes despite concerns
Bill passes with support of National, Act, NZ First and Labour.
New planning laws causing concern and New Zealand's meth use | NZ Herald News Update
Concerns over new planning laws' effect on the environment and annual wastewater review reveals a spike in New Zealand's methamphetamine use. Video / NZ Herald
Prime Minister's India trip and Act reveals local body election move | NZ Herald News Update
Narendra Modi calls for Christopher Luxon's support to address anti-India activities in New Zealand and Act reveals it is looking for candidates to run in local body elections.
‘Good fkn hiding’: Waititi reshares social media post comparing his lawns to Seymour
The Act Party has condemned the post.
Peeni Henare apologises but stands by his haka in Parliament
Henare was one of four MPs referred to the powerful privileges committee.
Peeni Henare speaks after facing Privileges Committee for haka in House
The Labour MP said he would do the haka again 'if it is the right cause'. Video / Julia Gabel
Winston Peters questioned over NZ First constitution
NZ First leader Winston Peters deflected questions over whether the party's constitution reflected DEI values. Video / Jamie Ensor
Christopher Luxon grilled on value of DEI regulations
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon grilled on value of DEI regulations in the public service. Video / Mark Mitchell
Former minister takes leave to trek Mt Everest after controversy
Andrew Bayly stepped down after grabbing a staffer's arm in an 'animated' discussion.
Experts reveal why Goff’s comments cost him UK diplomatic role
A foreign relations expert says Goff overstepped in his comment although he was "right".
PM says it’s ‘entirely appropriate’ Peters didn’t consult him on Goff sacking
Winston Peters' office was not happy with NZ's High Commissioner in London.
Analysis: What’s behind Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr’s shock resignation?
ANALYSIS: Orr’s resignation is quite unlike other public sector exits,
Simeon Brown announces measures to boost nursing workforce
Health Minister Simeon Brown announces measures to boost our nursing workforce that will deliver immediate benefits to people seeking care. Video / Mark Mitchell
Watch – Brownlee shuts down concerns about use of ‘Aotearoa’, Peters says he’s ‘wrong’
Winston Peters says it shouldn't be used as it's not the name of the country.
Speaker Gerry Brownlee shuts down concerns about use of 'Aotearoa'
Winston Peters had previously raised concerns.
Paul Goldsmith speaks to media about a new citizens' arrest initiative
Minister for Justice Paul Goldsmith spoke to media about a new initiative that plans to ease laws around citizens’ arrests. Video / Dean Purcell
Treaty Principles Bill: Dame Anne Salmond, Annette Sykes condemn bill
Dame Anne Salmond and Annette Skyes present their submissions on the Treaty Principles Bill to the Justice select committee. Video / NZ Parliament