Bill dumped after chaos sees Government caught without minister
The Government saw one of its bills discharged after no minister spoke on it.
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Darleen Tana digs in as MP, Greens to decide on invoking waka-jumping law
Greens co-leader Chloe Swarbrick says wider party approval is needed to use the law.
Watch: 'Distressing' - Helen Clark weighs in on Winston Peters' 'retard' remark
Peters had to withdraw the use of the phrase 'retard comment' in Parliament today.
Legal action against Govt 'possible' as officials warn deaths may rise under speed limit plans
The coalition has quietly dropped wording around safety from its transport plan.
'I'm here now and doing the mahi': Tana fronts media on return to Parliament
The former Green hasn't been seen at Parliament since March.
Darleen Tana returns to House, Greens 'incredibly frustrated'
On the way into Parliament, Green co-leader Chloe Swarbrick said she had sent a further email to Darleen Tana asking her to respond to the Green Party’s call for her to resign.
Government softens on asset sales, promising to go to voters first
The minister says if they were going to sell assets, they would take it to an election.
Simon Wilson: The problem with the Government’s science and innovation policies
OPINION: Why does the Government care so little about innovation's economic potential?
‘A shameful part of our history’: PM to make formal apology for abuse in state and faith-based care
The final commission of inquiry report is to be released on Wednesday.
Beehive assumes close control of Health NZ, Labour blames Budget underfunding
Labour has blamed underfunding for the crisis that landed Health NZ with commissioner.
Watch: Govt sacks Health NZ board, replaces with commissioner
Luxon has just returned to New Zealand after his first political visit to the US.
David Lange: You cannot speak of NZ now without my involvement in what it has become
REPRISED: A one-on-one interview with the incomparable David Lange.
TikTok justice? Why the Govt has hit the brakes on sentencing changes
Those at the coalface say the programme is working, but the Govt has frozen the funding
Claire Trevett: Seymour makes the most of his big week as Acting PM
His stint coincided with data drops on benefit numbers and inflation.
Winston Peters questions legitimacy of Noumea referendum
The NZ Foreign Minister says there has been 'democratic injury' on both sides.
Audrey Young: Trump shooting and Treaty fights – the political heat is on
OPINION: As Donald Trump's lead extends, NZ has some big foreign policy calls to make.
Empty tubthumping? Peters yet to receive legal letters after threats
Chumbawumba and Bob Carr haven't progressed legal action.
Assassination attempt: Could a Trump-style shooting happen here?
Explainer: What kind of protection do Kiwi politicians get?
June-quarter beneficiary numbers break Covid record
More than one in 10 adult New Zealanders is on a benefit.
School attendance: New data shows slight uptick in number of students attending classes regularly
Increase in numbers of students attending school regularly.
Some new houses so energy efficient, they must be cooled in winter, Minister says
Over-insulated? Penk says some people are taking extreme steps.
David Seymour: 2025 budget savings planning 'very much underway'
Budget Ministers have begun work on next year's Budget, and are considering further cuts.
Te Pāti Māori calls for David Seymour to resign as Associate Health Minister
Comments come after release of Seymour's letter of expectation to Pharmac.
Acting PM hints at imminent change to Health NZ board after just two members remain
Two board members resigned and three chose not to seek another term.
So much, so fast, all at once: Govt moves at breathtaking pace on housing market
Massive reforms are under way: what do people think, what's the reaction, what effect?
Darleen Tana's 'extensive' involvement with troubled bike firm revealed in report
The Greens have released a summary of the report into Darleen Tana.
Minister tells Pharmac to ditch Treaty of Waitangi consideration
Patient advocacy groups are welcoming calls for them to be more involved.
Government plans tree-planting frenzy as report shows NZ no longer on track to hit climate target
The Government is no longer on track to hit its third target.
Shane Jones to embark on regional tour, while taking heat from Labour for prior trip
Shane Jones is going on a regional road show.
Helen Clark and Don Brash warn Government dragging NZ into US-China conflict
The former leaders warn Christopher Luxon has no mandate to upend NZ foreign policy.
‘No surprises’ - Government rolling out new speed camera signs
The Government is rolling out speed camera signs.
Large majority of Kiwis want slower speeds, despite Govt policy to raise them
A survey by NZTA has found that Kiwis like the lower speeds the Government is changing.
Simon Wilson: Why are we losing our minds over 15 free bicycles?
OPINION: Spurious 'economic necessity' claims undermine environment and efficiency goals.
Ex-Green MP Darleen Tana accepts ‘easiest thing’ might be to leave Parliament
Darleen Tana has given her first extended interview since March.