Will Govt 'shift goalposts' on surplus, 2025 cuts details revealed
Ministers have looked at changing the surplus measure and have begun 2025 cuts programme.
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Simon Wilson: Hooray for the Public Servant of the Year (and honourable mentions)
OPINION: Hail and farewell to a forthright and compelling advocate for good leadership.
Roads in, social housing out as Govt forces councils ‘back to basics’
The Government hopes to rein in years of high rates rises with its 'back to basics' drive.
Manurewa marae inquiry: Findings secret until next year, will 'impact all public service'
The findings are expected to 'impact all of the public service'.
Watch: Luxon's final post-Cabinet press conference of year
It's the final sitting week of Parliament.
Youth advocates hope PM delivers Christmas gift of stopping bootcamp plan
'The gift we ask for this Christmas is that you kill the bill.'
Audrey Young: What next for the troubled foreshore and seabed law?
The Government may want to push for direct negotiations rather than court settlements.
Police Minister praises ‘outstanding’ response to gang tangi, compliance with patch ban ‘high’
'If you break the law, expect a response.'
Luxon's 'I'm wealthy, I'm sorted' leading Quote of the Year votes
The PM's one-liner received the most nominations for the award.
New family and sexual violence action plan released by Government
The plan details seven key areas of focus.
Claire Trevett: Politician of the Year 2024 - Why King of the Roads Simeon Brown beats the rest
OPINION: Getting things done is the criterion and one minister has been all action.
Three Strikes legislation passes final hurdle in Parliament
Legislation replaces the law repealed by Labour.
The winners and losers of local politics - who is at risk at next year's elections?
On the Tiles: Local Edition runs through the big political winners and losers of 2024.
Revealed: What it will cost to travel on NZ's three new toll roads
A suite of rates has been unveiled, depending on when and how far you travel.
Karen Chhour: Why young offenders need real chances, not political games
OPINION: We should be honest and realistic about the programme’s outcomes.
Matthew Hooton: Government gets fast-track reform right
OPINION: Expect a construction boom with less risk of corruption than feared.
Nicola Willis likely to exceed target for reducing consultant spending, saving $800m
The Government set a target of reducing spending by $400m a year.
Pet bonds, no-cause evictions legislation passes
The bill amends the Residential Tenancies Act.
Third bootcamp youth charged, OT limiting updates amid 'public scrutiny' on offenders
It says the offenders are facing 'public scrutiny'.
'Dashboard crap': Peters says he doesn't have quarterly plans, contradicting PM
NZ First leader says comments referred to actions of previous Labour Government.
Audrey Young: Troubled waters – Peters, Seymour clash over ferry plan
OPINION: The new Minister for Rail is not in a collaborative mood.
PM defends ferry plan, says 'great solution' has been found
The lack of detail has raised eyebrows.
Iwi Chairs appeal to King Charles over Treaty of Waitangi concerns
Forum warns King Charles: 'Ensure the Government respects its honourable partner role.'
Cultural issues at Fire and Emergency NZ and replacement ferries due in 2029 | NZ Herald News Update
Cultural issues within Fire and Emergency NZ have been addressed and the Government has announced its plan for replacement ferries to begin service in 2029. Video / NZ Herald
‘An announcement about an announcement’: Labour slams ferry delay
Chris Hipkins has accused the coalition of dithering on replacing the ferries.
Labour loses confidence in Speaker after 'unprecedented' decision
It follows a ruling on Tuesday night.
'Bring them home': Tensions as pro-Israel and pro-Palestine rallies meet
Pro-Palestine and pro-Israel marches converge at Parliament, each with around 500 protesters.
Watch: Govt grilled after key questions on new ferries left unanswered
A cost blowout forced the cancellation of project started under the Labour Government.
Mitchell wants to ‘just start taking’ boy racer cars by changing ‘Crusher Collins’ law
Any changes won't happen until next year.
Speaker overturns advice on Fast-track Approvals Bill's private benefit
An expert criticises the rushed lawmaking, saying it undermines select committee scrutiny.
New ferry announcement and Winston Peters bans greyhound racing | NZ Herald News Update
The Government's new ferry deal announcement is expected today and Winston Peters announces greyhound racing industry will wind down over the next 20 months. Video / NZ Herald
Opinion: 'Political desperation in his voice' - why Luxon's messaging isn't landing
OPINION: If Luxon can’t tell us who he is in a way that sticks, other people will.
Ryan Bridge: Poll bump shows David Seymour's Treaty strategy is working
OPINION: In NZ we’ve had two years of per capita recession and we’re absolutely sick of it