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Climate Change Commission backs 'reviewing' free carbon credits for big polluters
4 Feb 2025The scheme was designed to prevent producers of carbon-intensive products from moving production overseas to get away from emissions pricing.
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Government drops 'redundant' ram raid bill
4 Feb 2025Labour proposed the legislation to reduce break-ins, but Paul Goldsmith says a 'more targeted' response is needed.
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Leaders lay out goals at Iwi Chairs Forum
4 Feb 2025The political situation is simply one of the big topics, Ngāti Kahungunu iwi chair Bayden Barber says
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Fast-track denied for controversial boat ramp
4 Feb 2025It may be the final nail in the coffin of a a project that's sharply divided the small community for nearly five years.
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Relief for survivor as former ACT president revealed as sexual abuser
4 Feb 2025Paul Oliver has taken the unusual step of applying to waive his automatic name suppression so he can openly talk about his experiences. Audio
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Kura, schools to receive structured literacy packs in te reo Māori
4 Feb 2025The packs include yearly guidance, lesson plans and activities, at all 310 schools using the Māori-medium curriculum.
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Government begins global hunt for ferry builder
4 Feb 2025"This will narrow the list of potential ship builders to those able to strike a deal," Winston Peters says.
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Luxon defends decision to skip events in Waitangi
4 Feb 2025But the head of the marae the prime minister will attend instead says he won't be given an easy ride. Audio
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Willis looks to reassure exporters amid potential trade war
4 Feb 2025The Minister of Finance and Economic Growth says the government will protect free trade and engage respectfully with the US.
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'Doesn't prevent politicians from making laws': Seymour on Regulatory Standards Bill
3 Feb 2025The ACT leader says the bill will hold politicians to account, while critics argue it will simply bolster the protection of private property. Audio
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Luxon vows to visit India 'very, very shortly'
3 Feb 2025Prime Minister Christopher Luxon reaffirms a campaign commitment to deepen New Zealand's relationship with India "big time".
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Watch: Davidson takes aim at Luxon in return to politics
3 Feb 2025Speaking publicly for the first time since being treated for cancer, the Greens co-leader criticised the Prime Minister for not attending Waitangi.
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ACT stands by referring sexual abuse survivor to lawyer, not police
3 Feb 2025Ex-president Tim Jago sexually abused two teenage boys he knew through a sports club in mid to late 1990s. Audio
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Birthing centre sitting empty for years, Labour MP says
3 Feb 2025Ginny Andersen says the taxpayer has been footing the bill for an empty centre in the Hutt Valley for nearly two years. Audio
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Willis looks to reassure exporters amid potential trade war
4 Feb 2025The Minister of Finance and Economic Growth says the government will protect free trade and engage respectfully with the US.
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Analysis: NZ will struggle as 'digital oligarchy' grows
29 Jan 2025Companies like Meta, Google and Microsoft now operate beyond the control of most governments.
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Critics slam 'punitive' new benefit sanctions
3 Feb 2025Some beneficiaries will have to prove they are looking for work before they can get back to "green" on the traffic light system.
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Luxon to spend Waitangi Day in Akaroa with Ngāi Tahu
3 Feb 2025Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro will also attend the event alongside the Prime Minister.
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More benefit sanctions announced by government
3 Feb 2025Louise Upston has unveiled two new requirements for job-seekers it says will help get them back into work faster.
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New guidelines for public agencies on how to use AI safely
3 Feb 2025Ministers are pushing for greater use of artificial intelligence to improve services and efficiency.
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Politicians warned they face 'very hot reception' at Iwi Chairs Forum
3 Feb 2025Chairman of Waitangi National Trust Pita Tipene expects an intense first meeting with the Treaty Principles and Regulatory Standards Bills likely on the agenda. Audio
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Kiribati: NZ government 'cancelled own proposed visit'
The Kiribati President's Office says it was "surprised" to learn through media about the cancelled meeting with NZ Foreign Minister Winston Peters.
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'Part of history changing' - A decade working at Waitangi Day
3 Feb 2025The first time Matarora Smith worked Waitangi Day commemorations in Paihia, she felt the wairua and whakapapa of the historic place. Audio
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'Fake news': Peters hits back at US Senator over false Israeli visa claims
Ted Cruz shared a story which incorrectly stated every Israeli must detail their military service to receive a visitor's visa for New Zealand.
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