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The PM argues the universal Winter Energy Payment for senior is an entitlement that should be guaranteed. So does the Opposition leader.

Erica Stanford has attacked the post-primary teachers’ union after it commissioned research that found thousands more students will be at risk of failing the new secondary curriculum.

Asked whether he believed in global warming, Lloyd Budd told Newsroom: 'I don't think so, no.' The post National candidate backtracks on climate change remarks appeared first on Newsroom.

The Prime Minister says AI presents a “huge opportunity” for New Zealand, as some of the people developing the technology warn about potentially catastrophic risks.

Luxon was joined by Education Minister Erica Stanford.

Co-leader Marama Davidson says the language needs sustained backing to flourish.

New Zealand tourism numbers are continuing to strengthen, with international visitor arrivals for July exceeding 2019 levels, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. Figures released today by Statistics New

Minister said report appears to ignore the resourcing that will go into NCEA overhaul.

Patients at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital are getting home faster, with better planning freeing up more than 1,500 bed nights over the past year, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. "When a patient is wel

The fight to eradicate the yellow-legged hornet in Auckland is entering a critical phase as warmer weather increases the risk of any surviving queens emerging from winter, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says. The re

The fight to eradicate the yellow-legged hornet in Auckland is entering a critical phase as warmer weather increases the risk of any surviving queens emerging from winter, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says. The re

Investment of $1 million is set to enhance Northland's Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail, improving the visitor experience, upgrading visitor facilities, and creating new cultural and tourism experiences, Tourism an

NZ First announced its immigration policy last week, which included the party holding the immigration portfolio if re-elected to government.

The party announced its policy on the first day of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.

Up to $580,000 in one-off Government funding will help New Plymouth’s Roderique Hope Trust and the YMCA Taranaki to support people experiencing homelessness into stable housing across the Taranaki region, Associate Housi

The Government is confirming its clear and ambitious course for the future of te reo Māori with the refresh of the Maihi Karauna strategy, Minister for Māori Development Tama Potaka says. “Te reo Māori is a taonga and a

The Government will make changes to the fast-track legislation to give councils more support over development contributions.

The newly announced policy was called the "perfect solution" by wife of Sir Michael Cullen while Nicola Willis called it a "watered-down version" of National.

Local Government New Zealand says some projects are putting "enormous strain" on existing infrastructure.

As hospitality businesses grapple with long delays and huge losses, the Government moves to cut licensing regulations The post Seymour takes the anti-Kate Sheppard line to fix ‘terrible’ pub licensing appeared first on N

The Sure Things: In some ways, Shane Reti's heir apparent is your quintessential National candidate, in others he’s breaking with party orthodoxy The post National’s Whangārei candidate’s not toeing every line appeared f

Based on his spot on the list, the veteran broadcaster is likely to enter Parliament next term.

The ACT Party has released its candidate list for the upcoming November 7 general election.

The party would make employer contributions compulsory even when workers pause their own payments, while giving employees greater flexibility over how much they put in.

The former broadcaster will likely be the focus of the list unveiling.

There are differences and similarities between the two parties' proposals.

It comes as the City Rail Link opens to the public.

Charges have been laid against a Tauranga man after what police called a "vandalism spree", damaging political hoardings in Papamoa.

The Government will help improve the visitors’ experience to Kaikōura and support future tourism growth through an investment funded by the International Visitor Levy. The $835,000 investment will improve facilities and

Waitlists for scans, colonoscopies, and heart tests have fallen sharply over the past year, with Health New Zealand exceeding the Government's delivery target for additional procedures to address long wait lists, Health

OPINION: Her tax expertise and fiscal caution could reshape Labour’s economic pitch.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon hailed the occasion as a major achievement but some businesses hope it was worth all the pain and disruption.

Te Pāti Māori said the comment had been made by a “young volunteer” and steps had been taken to ensure responses were “appropriately managed” in future.

Chris Hipkins says Willie Jackson should have been clearer when trying to answer questions on the party’s capital gains tax policy.

With ACT and New Zealand First pitching tighter controls on immigration, National, Labour and the Greens are warning against populist anti-immigration policies.

Phillips disappeared with his three young children in December 2021.

Treasury says the public commitment caused ‘unavoidable costs’.

Work is officially underway on the Whangārei Hospital redevelopment, with the sod turned today on the site of the new acute services building and 158-bed ward tower, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. "Today marks a majo

Whangārei Hospital's new Child Health Centre was officially opened today, giving children, young people, and their families across Northland a purpose-built home for outpatient and community child health services, Health

Louise Upston has again apologised for the policy and operational errors that left tens of thousands of New Zealanders underpaid.

Labour leader said MP 'should have just been upfront and clear'.

Winston Peters and Chlöe Swarbrick among the politicians hoping to woo Auckland seniors.

This week on the Raw Politics podcast: Labour's search for its second wind, hands up for a public supermarket, and Paris in election time The post Raw Politics: Labour grabs the defibrillator, Greens think outside the (r

The party, announcing its own policy on Friday, said it would double the time needed for permanent residence and open up citizenship paths.

The party, announcing its own policy on Friday, said it would double the time needed for permanent residence and open up citizenship paths.

Labour had its feet up revelling in relatively high polling results for an opposition, now its time to sprint and Hipkins is still doing a warm up, writes Jenna Lynch

Regulation Minister David Seymour and Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee have today announced the next steps in the implementation of the Ministry for Regulation’s Hospitality Sector Review. “If we are going to unlo

Speaking to RNZ she said the payment errors had been "incredibly frustrating and unacceptable".

Winston Peters was among those celebrating the opening of the $5.5 billion City Rail Link - but there one was small detail he wasn’t thrilled about.

Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown have confirmed appointments to the newly established Auckland Regional Transport Committee (ARTC), an important step in strengthening Auckland’s transport go

Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown have confirmed appointments to the newly established Auckland Regional Transport Committee (ARTC), an important step in strengthening Auckland’s transport go

New Zealand's manufacturing sector has now expanded for 14 months in a row, with new data showing growth spreading across more of the industry, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Cameron Brewer says. The BNZ - Bus

Willie Jackson repeatedly called National 'liars' during this morning's interview.

The Government is strengthening support for New Zealand’s treasured backcountry hut and track network through the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of Conservation (DOC) and the Ba

[11 September 2026, Te Waihorotiu Station, City Rail Link Official Opening] Good morning. Welcome to the tunnel, and in the words of Johnny Cash: I hear a train a-comin’ It’s rollin’ round the bend And I ain’t seen the s

Six very different candidates, from a former All Black to a certified parrot trainer, are vying for the bellwether seat of Tukituki.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown, Ministers, Councillors and iwi have officially opened Auckland’s City Rail Link (CRL) today, marking a turning point in the way New Zealand’s biggest city mov

Party announces more than a dozen new policies, including a referendum on an annual resident visa cap.

Thousands of tonnes of waste will be diverted from landfill with a $4.7 million upgrade to waste recovery facilities in Taupō, Minister for the Environment Nicola Grigg announced today. “A $2.3 million investment from th

New Zealand First has unveiled a sweeping suite of immigration proposals aiming to substantially curb non-essential migration and restrict rights for non-citizens.

It was the seat of Helen Clark and the seat of Jacinda Ardern. Now the Mt Albert electorate could help decide the next PM The post Parties rule out deals to get Opportunity’s Qiulae Wong over the line in heartland seat a

Mid-term prime ministers rarely lead their parties to election victories.

As it tries to bridge the political divide, the true test for Opportunity will be if – and how – it can shake hands with NZ’s other minor parties on the rise The post NZ First and Act threaten Opportunity’s ‘noble ambiti

Police have stood up a national commander to monitor candidate safety during the campaign.

There was milk, Turkish delight and talk of a steak as Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins tried to win over business owners.

Hundreds of pages of advice ministers received before Budget Day are being published.

Revenue Minister Simon Watts says a Bill introduced into the House today will help grow the economy by reducing compliance costs, simplifying rules and removing unnecessary obligations. “My aim is for a world-leading tax

The Government’s plan to ensure secure, affordable electricity for New Zealanders is working, with data today showing new records for renewable generation and a significant drop in wholesale electricity prices, Energy Mi

'I think it’s really important to call out my background.'

While the PM’s been doing them for months, Labour’s Chris Hipkins has only just started doing public meetings. He chose the Hutt for his inaugural one, and it featured a pet cat.

OPINION: Chris Hipkins has just hit the hustings - a full month after the PM.

The party is campaigning on four reforms that it says will end the tribunal’s contemporary jurisdiction, and move the country on.

The Labour leader talks about his upbringing and his early interest in politics.

From compulsory voting to ranked ballots, other democracies run elections very differently. Could any of their ideas improve New Zealand’s system?

Three Government programmes are making a difference in preventing family violence, new independent evaluations show. Evaluations of E Tū Whānau, Pasefika Proud and the Ethnic Communities Violence Prevention programme fou

David Seymour has today announced his party's Treaty Policy.

Lower Overseas Investment fees will make it easier and more attractive for investors to bring capital into New Zealand, helping businesses grow, lifting productivity, creating higher-paying jobs, and unlocking New Zealan

RNZ has unveiled its coverage plans for Election 2026 - promising in-depth analysis, longform interviews and live reporting.

The average KiwiSaver balance has passed $40,000 for the first time, with $138.8 billion now invested on behalf of New Zealanders, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer. The Financial Markets Authori

The Government is investing in upgraded visitor facilities at Horopito on the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “More than 67,000 people pass through Horop

Introduction Good morning. It’s great to be here in the beautiful Kerikeri for this year’s RMLA conference. I want to acknowledge the RMLA for its leadership, and each of you for the critical role you play in shaping the

Planning for the future redevelopment of Hawke's Bay, Palmerston North, and Tauranga hospitals has reached an important milestone, with early concept images showing what future buildings could look like, Health Minister

The Government will provide $8 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to support the continued operation and preservation of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Māori Develop

By outlawing Smith’s case against big polluters, the Govt has only shifted the target of life-and-death damages claims to its own back The post Ex-Solicitor-General says Mike Smith climate lawsuit won’t be the last appea

From The Detail: Polls, policies and political pokes - with less than two months to go, the election battle heats up The post Luxon and Hipkins in a ‘bit of a death spiral’ appeared first on Newsroom.

If implemented, they would be the largest constitutional changes in decades.

The Labour leader fronted his first public meeting of this election campaign in the Lower Hutt suburb of Naenae on Wednesday night.

The Labour leader kicked off a tour of public meetings on home turf.

Winston Peters thinks the state buying a bank makes economic sense but his reaction to a Green Party policy to do a similar thing with supermarkets had him riled up about “communism by stealth”.

The Government Inquiry into the Fatal Landslides in Tauranga will now report back in February 2027, Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden has announced. The Inquiry was established following the landslides at Ma

Chris Hipkins says the government's stance on Israel is an embarrassment to the country, and it is failing to meet its responsibilities under the genocide convention.

Volunteers were reported to have formed a protective barrier around health spokesperson Ayesha Verrall to fend off anti-vaccination protesters at an event.

The New Zealand Defence Force and local iwi Ngāti Rangi have today signed an agreement enabling the construction of 50 new homes at Waiouru Military Camp to begin, Defence Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Our government is

OPINION: Promises are easy but what have politicians delivered?

The party is also promising to set up AI regulator and copyright rules.

Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Louise Upston vows to create a hospitality action plan to support the $21.4 billion industry.

Business leader David McClatchy has been reappointed as a Member of the Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation Board, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. The board manages and administers the investments for the NZ Sup

The Government is supporting the world’s first clinical sleep trial testing how New Zealand strong-wool bedding performs against synthetic alternatives, say Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Rural Communities Minister

Minister for Regulation David Seymour and Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Louise Upston have today welcomed the completion of the Ministry for Regulation’s Hospitality Sector Review, which will make it easier and ch

David Seymour says the hospitality sector was 'hit hard' by Covid.

The party has released an artificial intelligence policy.

The National Party chose St Columba Presbyterian Church in Botany as the venue for leader Christopher Luxon’s final public meeting of his 20-stop ‘Build the Future’ tour.

The Government is investing $2.4 million across six community programmes using sport and physical activity to support children and young people who may be at risk of offending or reoffending, says Minister for Sport and

The Government will remove a key barrier to creating underground gas storage by ending the requirement for developers to pay royalties on gas that is unlikely to be extracted or sold, Resources Minister Shane Jones says.

Transport Minister Chris Bishop has confirmed that upgrades to improve the current pedestrian crossing on State Highway 1 (SH1) through Ōtaika, south of Whangārei, are one step closer with a tender now out to deliver a n

Work to replace the deck and beams of Symes Bridge on State Highway 39 (SH39) between Ōtorohanga and Pirongia will begin on 11 October, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “SH39 is a vital route through western Waikato

New Zealand’s latest OECD PISA results show a significant narrowing of the socio-economic achievement gap, driven by strong gains among students from the most disadvantaged backgrounds, Education Minister Erica Stanford

Labour’s leader might doubt the veracity of a TPU-Curia poll that has his party at 25.9 percent support, but he’s moving into action mode regardless The post After a shocker of a poll, Hipkins signals the end of the phon

Analysis: The carbon market has turned into a subsidy for forestry, paid for by fuel purchasers. Politicians differ on how to fix it. The post Labour and National clash over planting trees and cutting climate pollution a

Overall complaints about the school lunch programme have been decreasing.

NZ Post’s return to profitability after several years of losses is encouraging, but a sustained commitment to continued improvement is required, says State-Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown. The company today repor

Family doctors and nurses across Auckland and Northland will find it much easier to get the training they need, with a new workforce hub opened today in Auckland, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. "We are putting patien

Landcorp has delivered its strongest operating performance on record, demonstrating that its turnaround is gaining momentum, says State-Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown. The state-owned enterprise today announced