Politics
It’s politically tense in NZ. But Māori are here, present and proud
Why Waitangi Day fills me with morbid optimism.
What actually happens at Waitangi on Waitangi Day
Waitangi day vibes explained.
Why I’m visiting the iwi who protected the remains of my Chinese ancestor
“Having this connection that transcends time and cultures as well is unique.”
How Waitangi Day became a day of protest
‘What the hell have we got to celebrate?’
Explainer: Why are Yemen’s Houthis attacking Red Sea ships?
And what it has to do with Israel’s bombardment of Gaza.
Analysis: Why the Govt should pay attention to this weekend’s national hui
Nothing will be left unsaid.
Leaked ministry document warns Bill could break spirit and text of Treaty
“This is not supported by either the spirit of the Treaty or the text of the Treaty.”
Not making it 16: government rules out advice to lower voting age
A new report recommends a bunch of changes to our electoral system with some rejected and accepted.
Explainer: South Africa’s genocide case against Israel
An urgent hearing is set to begin at the International Court of Justice. Here’s what it is about.
New year, new tenancy? What landlords can and can’t make you do
Here are a few things to be aware of when navigating a rental agreement.
How the Government’s climate plans stack up against the official advice
While there’s some alignment between the two, there are a few glaring differences.
Is greed impacting the cost of your groceries?
Some reports say the high cost of living is being driven by firms charging more than they need to.
'At 21 years old... this was not the plan': NZ's youngest MP
We followed New Zealand’s youngest MP in 170 years as she delivered her maiden speech in Parliament.
Analysis: Māori call to action is history repeating itself
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has called the outpouring of criticism by Māori “pretty unfair”.
Three Waters is dead. But our water system is still fucked
How much do you know about New Zealand’s water infrastructure or the massive issues with it?
NZ's smokefree legislation: A history of stubbing out smoking
Once upon a time, there was pretty much nowhere you couldn't smoke.
Māori activists explain why they're marching against the new government
There are no “gentle respectful words” to describe the new government, Quack Pirihi says.
Why MPs must swear an oath of allegiance to the King of England
Whether they want to or not.
‘Nationwide action day’: Why today and what is it all about?
“This is not a protest. It’s an activation.”
He taiāniwhaniwha te haramai nei: A tsunami of regression is imminent
Te Matahiapo Safari Hynes writes on what the new government's policies mean for Māori.
What the coalition deal means for students
Will students be better or worse off? It depends who you ask.
The world’s focused on Gaza but violence is rising in the West Bank
There’s been a surge of violence in another Palestinian territory the occupied West Bank.
What the coalition agreement means for rainbow communities
Rainbow communities could be worse off under the new government, according to an LGBTTQIA+ advocate.
Is there going to be a Treaty referendum? The Treaty Principles Bill explained
The door has not been completely closed on ACT’s proposed Treaty referendum.
What the coalition deal means for renters
A Renters United spokesperson says the policies empower landlords and disenfranchise renters.
Labour leader Chris Hipkins calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Labour leader Chris Hipkins has called for an immediate ceasefire.
New poll shows 60% of NZers agree government should call for ceasefire
Only 12% disagreed that there should be a ceasefire. The remainder were either neutral or unsure.
To live as other children live
Caitlin McGee reflects on the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict in the latest issue of The Review.
Student nurses report living in cars, sheds to make ends meet
"The reality is the financial burden is real.”
Young people vote the least. But that is changing
This year youth enrollment jumped up to 83%, up from 75% in 2017.