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No simple solution to stimulate economic growth - Minister for Auckland
8 Aug 2025Simeon Brown says the government were doing several things to positively impact the region's economy. Audio
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Gardener gets death threats after vandalism claims from Te Pāti Māori president
7 Aug 2025Emerald Lawns operator said his own signs had also been vandalised.
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New Zealand signs new agricultural trade deal with Indonesia
7 Aug 2025The deal is part of the government's bid to double export values in 10 years.
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Treasury briefing points finger at govt spending during Covid-19
The briefing estimated the cost of the pandemic at $66 billion, among the largest responses globally.
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Labour leader Hipkins hints at capital gains tax
7 Aug 2025Chris Hipkins said the government's strategy for growth was not tackling the underlying economic problems.
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Watch: PM reiterates NCEA overhaul will be 'world class'
7 Aug 2025Stanford said they wanted everyone to give feedback on what they thought of the changes.
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Aus PM to visit Queenstown for talks with Luxon
7 Aug 2025Anthony Albanese will be in the country for the annual leader's meeting this weekend.
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'Insulting': Primary teachers reject ministry's 1% pay rise
7 Aug 2025Primary teachers overwhelmingly said 'no' to the collective agreement offer.
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'Pretty grim': Bridges calls for government to help Auckland
7 Aug 2025The city's unemployment is now the worst of all regions, and the Business Chamber wants help. Audio
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Fears drivers could pay more with new road user charges
7 Aug 2025The government is inching closer to replacing petrol tax with user charges for all vehicles. Audio
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Our hottest destinations are set to start charging foreign tourists - here's why
7 Aug 2025Explainer - If you're coming to New Zealand as a tourist to check out some of our most famous attractions, get ready to pay a little more for the privilege.
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Coastal rights law changes not justifiable - Peter Dunne
7 Aug 2025Former MPs who supported the National government's foreshore and seabed legislation in 2011 are lambasting the coalition's move.
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Ads for unapproved meds not legal, despite ministers' claim
7 Aug 2025Despite a government announcement suggesting it has lifted the ban, it remains a criminal offence, warn legal experts. Audio
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First portion of social investment funding to prioritise children
7 Aug 2025The Social Investment Agency will prioritise social services working with children of families with complex needs. Audio
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Is the end of NCEA a step forward or a step backward for Pasifika?
7 Aug 2025The National Certificate of Educational Achievement will be gone by 2030, after more than 20 years as New Zealand's official secondary-school qualification.
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Government to review product labelling regulations
7 Aug 2025It aims to enticing new international retailers and lowering compliance costs.
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Police too loose with number plate recognition system, review finds
7 Aug 2025A review has found the 'Auror' system boosts crime fighting, but there's been limited internal audit of how police are using it.
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Battling apathy over local government
7 Aug 2025It may seem as if no one cares about the level of government ruling over potholes and parks, but the number of candidates for this year's elections are up.
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Climate activists compared to medieval crusaders by minister
6 Aug 2025Shane Jones says climate change debates are turning into a holy war, but protesters say it is the government that is stuck in the dark ages.
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Unemployment: Finance Minister bemoans 'glass half empty' view
6 Aug 2025Unemployment in New Zealand has risen to 5.2 percent.
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Road user charges for all vehicles move a step closer
6 Aug 2025Chris Bishop says it will be the biggest shake-up of road funding in half a century. Audio
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Luxon announces new High Commission building in PNG
6 Aug 2025The prime minister has also unveiled a new support package as part of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
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Cabinet paper leak suggests alcohol policy U-turn
It appears ACT's Nicole McKee wanted to cut off-licence hours. But now, she's scrapped that and wants to 'focus on reducing red tape' instead. Audio
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NCEA isn't perfect but we shouldn't forget why it was introduced
6 Aug 2025Analysis: The system has flaws, but a return to an exam-based model may not make the grade.
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