Politics
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.
National wants to ban gang patches in public
What happened when Whanganui did it?
Thousands march in pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli rallies across NZ
Rallies were held across the country.
Five rights renters have - but might not know about
Both renters and landlords have legal rights. As a renter do you know all your rights?
How to make sense of what’s going on in Gaza
The violence over the past two weeks is the result of decades of tension over the disputed region.
The Labour policies that face being scrapped under National
So, which of Labour’s policies are being axed?
What a National-led government could mean for rangatahi
The results will have a big impact on their lives, political campaigner Max Harris says.
Political change is coming: What's next for New Zealand?
With special votes left to be counted, what the incoming government looks like is still undecided.
National to lead next NZ Government
Christopher Luxon will become the next Prime Minister of New Zealand.
Why you can’t tell social media who you’re voting for today
Save that story post till 7pm please.
Policy breakdown: Housing
What will different political parties do to fix our housing crisis?
Analysis: Can Labour still rely on Pacific voters?
Indira Stewart hits the campaign trail in South Auckland to find out.
Policy breakdown: Crime and justice
Get an overview of each New Zealand political parties' policy on crime and justice.
The generational divide this election
We use Vote Compass data to get an insight on how different generations think about the big issues.
Policy breakdown: Health
Get an overview of each New Zealand political parties' policy on health.
Policy breakdown: climate change
Get an overview of each New Zealand political parties' policy on climate.