Politics
Greens, student unions launch student wellbeing inquiry
"Poverty isn’t a rite of passage. It’s a political decision," Chlöe Swarbrick says.
NZ to send aircraft, 50 defence force staff to help support Ukraine
The aircraft, a NZDF C130 Hercules, will carry equipment and supplies around Europe.
Ashley Bloomfield is stepping down as Director-General of Health
His last day will be July 29.
Two Young Nats resign after female politicians trolled online
This follows an investigation into an internet troll who was harassing female politicians.
New Zealand contributes an extra $5 million to support Ukraine
The money will go towards fuel, rations, communications and military first-aid kits.
New Zealand to resettle 150 refugees a year from Australia
An almost decade-old offer from New Zealand is finally being agreed to by Australia.
Protest-free ‘safe zones’ now legal outside abortion clinics
The proposed law passed its third reading in Parliament on Wednesday evening.
Government announces cheaper fuel and half price public transport for three months
Some New Zealanders will save between $11.50 and $17.23 per tank of fuel.
National overtakes Labour in latest 1News Kantar Public Poll
This is Labour's lowest result since 2017.
Russian sanctions regime passes in Parliament
The new set of rules will give Aotearoa powers to take more action against Russia.
Government to consider extra border exemptions for family of Ukrainians in NZ
Ukranians with a valid visa can come to Aotearoa now, without waiting for the borders to open.
New bill to enable further sanctions on Russia
This is the first time a Bill like this has been before Parliament.
New Zealanders protest against the Russian invasion of Ukraine: In photos
"Our families are scared."
Russia's Invasion of Ukraine: In Photos
The country has been bombarded by Russian artillery since Putin's invasion announcement.
Explainer: Historical background leading up to Ukraine invasion
You're probably wondering how we got here.
How we racked up $16 billion in student debt in NZ
Student debt is more than $16 billion in New Zealand. But 30 years ago, university was free.
Property companies face $100K fines for breaking proposed rules
The regulation of property managers is one step closer as new Government regulations are proposed.
Greens call for return of stolen land, revisiting treaty settlement process
The Green Party is calling for ‘Land Back’.
Anti-vaccine-mandate protesters occupy Parliament: a timeline of the last 3 days
They’ve set up an illegal tent city, blocked off streets, and 120 have been arrested.
Te Pāti Māori calls for removal of Queen as head of state
Te Pāti Māori is calling for New Zealand to remove the British royal family as the head of state.
Government provides extra funds for arts industry
The Government is boosting schemes, funds and will be providing grants to the arts industry.
More rapid antigen tests for New Zealand
New Zealanders will have access to more than 55 million rapid antigen tests in the next few months.
New gun law changes come into force today
Police Minister Poto Williams says the reforms reflect that owning a gun is a privilege not a right.
Te Pāti Māori calls on Government to make relief funds available to arts industry
Te Pāti Māori co-Leader Rawiri Waititi says the Government needs to act immediately.
Court dismisses case about lowering the voting age to 16 in NZ
Teenagers under the age of 18 can join the army, work, drive, pay taxes and leave home - so why can’t they vote?
That’s a question being…
NZers too angry, Human Rights Commission launches Covid campaign to get us to chill
The Human Rights Commission has received hundreds of complaints around Covid-19 and many are about people being on the receiving end of divisive, derogatory and damaging…
What you need to know about Christopher Luxon, the new leader of the National Party
The National Party has voted for Christopher Luxon as its new leader.
Judith Collins loses National leadership: the drama explained in 7 quotes
Simon Bridges has been stripped of his responsibilities after making jokes about how to conceive a baby, Judith Collins has lost the leadership of the National…
All primary and high school students back to class in Auckland and Waikato from Nov 17
Years 9 and 10 can return full-time, and Years 1 to 8 will be part-time.
Brian Tamaki summoned to court for anti-lockdown protest at Auckland Domain
The Saturday protest was attended by about 1000 people during alert level 3 restrictions.