Politics

School's back and many kids lack the basics

Thousands of children will start the school year without the essentials - including uniforms, shoes, food and stationery - with teachers warning that feelings... Read More

Auckland Anniversary: Time for BOP to get its own

Westland, Nelson and South Canterbury are among the 12 regions of New Zealand that have their own regional anniversary days. But the Bay of Plenty, and everywhere... Read More

Trade Minister to hold trans-Tasman discussion

Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will travel to Australia today for meetings with Australian Trade Minister, Senator Don Farrell, and the Australia... Read More

Treaty referendum ruled out under Luxon's watch

The prime minister has ruled out signing up to a treaty referendum if National and ACT are back at the negotiating table after elections in 2026. The Treaty Principles... Read More

Targeted maths trial to boost student success

Students struggling with maths are set to benefit from a targeted acceleration programme designed to build confidence in the classroom, said. 'Last year,... Read More

Economic growth the key to better days ahead

Turbocharging New Zealand's economic growth is the key to brighter days ahead for all Kiwis, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said. In the Prime Minister's... Read More

Here's when you should consider a longer home loan

If you're thinking about fixing a mortgage, you're probably wondering what term to choose. All the major banks are offering one-year fixes of 5.79... Read More

GP concerned about government-funded vaping kits

A group representing general practitioners is concerned by officials' decision to fund vaping kits due to the associated health risks. The government... Read More

Lab workers strike for equal wages

Medical laboratory workers have voted to walk off the job, nationwide, for 24 hours on February 5 and a further 24 hours on February 7. Lab workers from Tauranga,... Read More

Rotorua emergency housing motels granted consents

The future use of Rotorua's remaining two non-contracted emergency housing motels hinges on 'local demand”, as the Government exits the last of its... Read More

Housing market steady with minimal growth in 2025

The housing market looks set to remain relatively static throughout the opening months of 2025, following yet another flat quarter. The latest QV House Price... Read More

Prime Minister unveils cabinet changes

Dr Shane Reti has lost the health portfolio to Minister Simeon Brown in one of a series of changes Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has made in his reshuffle,... Read More