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Strikers' demands 'a mystery', government's top negotiator says
The Public Service Commissioner says it's regrettable major strike action is going ahead, because he's always been available to negotiate. Audio
Opposition vows to repeal coastal rights law change
The changes have been passed in Parliament, but critics say they diminish Māori rights. Audio
Amy Adams appointed as Crown facilitator for Waikati District Council
She will help the council amend and resubmit its water service delivery plan under Local Water Done Well.
State abuse redress carve out for criminals decried by opposition
Labour has slammed the Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill as "morally bereft" and "cynical".
Charter school to be opened for Pasifika girls
The high school will offer traditional activities and languages for 120 students from Term 1 next year.
National accuses strikers of politics, Labour says public backs workers
The Prime Minister is doubling down on claims striking unions are "politically motivated" and says kids will be "massively impacted". Audio
'No question of integrity': Eru Kapa-Kingi responds to Te Pāti Māori email
In an explosive late-night email, the party released files making a series of allegations about one of their own members of parliament.
New methane target may need to change again, scientist says
The government has slashed the biogenic methane reduction target.
Government's cut to methane target a 'missed opportunity'
But the Climate Change Minister said the new lower methane target would give farmers certainty and keep the country on track to meet its other climate commitments. Audio
Tākuta Ferris 'taking our people for fools' - Peeni Henare
The Labour MP says accusations Māori can't have an independent voice in a major party are "absolute garbage".
Government slashes procurement rules in promised reboot
Cabinet has agreed to cut the number of rules from 71 to 47, in an effort to make it easier for local companies to win contracts.
Hauraki Gulf bill passes, with exceptions for commercial fishers
The new bill builds on decades-long efforts to protect the Hauraki Gulf from the degradation of human activities.
Time to 'refocus' foreign policy on Pacific, says Peters
The government needs to refocus its foreign policy priorities closer to home in the Pacific, says the foreign affairs minister.
Orchards not 'crying out' for workers right now, fruit growers say
The Prime Minister is urging young people to look for work in the sector amid changes to the Jobseeker benefit. Audio
'NZ on wrong side of history on Palestine' - Helen Clark
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark said the government's decision not to recognise a Palestinian state was very disappointing.
Pragmatism over protest: Govt risks backlash on Palestine
Analysis: Many will be outraged over the government's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, as the humanitarian catastrophe on the ground in Gaza worsens.
New Zealand says no to recognising Palestine, for now
The government has decided against recognising Palestinian statehood, retaining its "when, not if" position.
NZ poised to outline position on Palestinian statehood
While similar countries like Australia, Canada and the UK have already recognised Palestine, the coalition has opted to wait until Saturday.
Peters drops 'truth bomb' at UN function
"Four countries comprise 60 percent of the world's emissions," the Foreign Affairs Minister told a UN leaders breakfast in New York. Audio
Peters 'brassed off' to miss Trump dinner
The Foreign Affairs Minister couldn't get to the US president's reception because New York streets were blocked for world leaders.
Peters keeping opinion on Trump speech to himself
Trump has accused a growing number of UN member states of rewarding Hamas by recognising a Palestinian state.
New Zealand waits as more nations recognise Palestine
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters will the government's position in his speech at the United Nations later this week, after taking further soundings. Audio
NZ not recognising Palestine this week 'difficult to justify' - expert
It will be hard to not follow Australia, Canada, the UK and France, an expert on the Middle East says. Audio
Peters scolds Seymour for 'talking out of his field' on Palestine
Winston Peters told reporters David Seymour had "no authority" to make a statement on his party's position on recognising Palestine.