Stuck with the status quo: Where are National and Labour's big ideas?
Our major political parties seem unwilling to rock the boat.
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OPINION: Those profiting from the status quo have no incentive to change it.
Fears of fuel tax hikes ahead of transport budget publication
There are fears the Government will announce fuel tax hikes in the next six weeks.
Health Minister quickly corrects answer to Parliament
Ayesha Verral admitted her office had withheld health data from being released.
Claire Trevett: Third time lucky after fraught start on PM's tough on crime adventure
The closer the election, the more ministers warmed up to getting tough on ram raiders
Children’s Commissioner ‘frustrated’ at Govt plans for more youth ‘prison-like facilities’
It comes as a NZ delegation to the UN speaks of reducing youth secure care facilities.
New ram raid offence in PM’s crime crackdown
It's the third law and order announced by the Government this week.
Election 2023: Act MPs not tossing toys after surprise list demotions
The latest poll had Act getting 15 seats with 12 per cent of the party vote.
Labour laughs as Christopher Luxon says he's ready for 'years' in opposition
The National leader put his foot in it big-time on his first day back from recess.
‘Lost the plot’: Act founder not voting for former party
The party's current leader isn't too fazed by the comments.
Michael Wood ‘cast a shadow’ over public’s trust in MPs - inquiry
Wood resigned as a minister after he failed to declare a significant portfolio of shares.
Embattled MP Michael Wood referred to privileges committee
Both MPs have vowed to "crack on" in their roles focused on the election ahead.
NZ to ‘set the record straight’ with Solomon Islands after aid accusations
Solomon Islands PM says NZ has failed in its aid commitment; NZ Government disagrees.
‘That’s life’ - Grumpy National and Labour MPs return to Parliament
Labour and National MPs do not appear refreshed after a bruising break.
Watch live: Hipkins and Davis unveil youth law and order policy
It comes after Hipkins announced a suite of youth crime-focused policies on Monday.
PM Chris Hipkins facing questions on political motives after bungled announcement
Chris Hipkins has historically criticised the use of rhetoric in commentary on crime.
Simon Wilson: The PM’s Stockholm Syndrome and National’s potholes
OPINION: Why aren't we debating what could really make a difference this election?
Poll of polls: Race tightens with National only just ahead of Labour
The major parties are almost neck and neck in the countdown to the October election.
Hipkins enters 'tough on crime' space, seeks to turn around tough polls
It comes as a poll overnight showed Labour's slide slowing, but Nats/Act able to govern.
NZ Upgrade roads denied Budget top up - Robertson discussed funding with Wood
National wants Labour to come clean on whether roads will be cut.
Do the polls show Christopher Luxon is finally coming right?
A bonanza for the small parties as National and Labour fail to fire.
Building 'a cultural bridge' with China
Sir Richard Taylor will be going to farewell his Chinese 'twin' while he is in America.
National, Act able to form Government in new poll, just
The poll comes after two different polls last week showed falls for Labour and National.
'Kiwis have had a gutsful': PM hits out at rising youth crime in policy reveal
Law and order is shaping up as the theme of this week for the Government.
Green Party vows to return stolen land to Māori
'The Aotearoa we know today has been built off of Māori land' - co-leader Marama Davidson.
Hipkins defends NZ teaming up with Australia and others
Chris Hipkins says three principles will guide NZ’s relationship with China.
Act Party list: Some big falls and a few surprises
The party is on track to substantially increase its current offering of 10 MPs.
UK signs up to Asia Pacific free trade agreement, including NZ
Six other countries have applied to join, including Ukraine and China.
Watch live: Chris Hipkins launches Labour Party's election campaign slogan
Hipkins also reasserts focus on 'bread and butter' and 'cost of living' issues.
Pothole Repair Fund: National's $500m pledge to fix 'shocking state' of roads
Govt says National created problem by freezing road maintenance.
Final act of service: Sir Wira Gardiner’s role in court case to improve veterans' lot
Sir Wira gave his mana and name to a legal case as a koha to others who served.
Beehive Diaries: Vindication for Nicola Willis, Luxon gets a Barbie photo op
Nicola Willis' April prophesies were right all along, and why was Luxon in a Barbie box?
Govt scrapped Working for Families reform at Budget time
Working for Families changes were at the heart of Minister Sepuloni's Budget bids.