New Zealand
Health NZ opts for universal subsidy over free HIV drug consultations for Māori and Pasifika
The pilot will be available to all eligible people accessing PrEP consultations
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Tamatha Paul refuses to apologise over false claim about National MP
The Green MP's claim in Parliament has been viewed on TikTok more than one million times.
Officials advised digital ID could verify ages under social media ban
The Government was told a digital card could be used for age verification online.
Officials say National’s sex crimes policy would result in no more than 30 extra prisoners
National's crime policy won't put more than 30 extra people in prison over five years.
'We think it's winnable': Opportunity Party targets Labour stronghold electorate
The leader of Opportunity is confident she can win the Mt Albert seat in Auckland.
Race to lodge interest in Govt's $200m gas exploration fund
The Government's gas exploration fund has received 11 expressions of interest.
S&P warns capping council rates could lead to reduced library, pool hours and less mowing
The global credit agency has issued another warning about the impacts of the policy.
General on Army's bicultural policy - it will survive politics
Evidence from Army leader says bicultural approach immune to government shifts.
LNG binned? New terminal looks doubtful as ministers consider options
The Government's plan to build the terminal is in doubt in light of the Middle East war.
The Opportunity Party reveals 2026 election candidates, promises more on the way
The party has unveiled its 'first tranche' of candidates to contest the election.
Army pauses cultural skills plan after Collins' displeasure with 'must do' waiata, karakia push
NZDF says the Chief of Army halted the rollout for wider consultation.
'Very underfunded': Dentists warn teen dental care model at breaking point
One dental clinic has increased private prices to subsidise treatment for teens.
Revealed: Councils expected to foot a near $48 billion bill for Local Water Done Well
Officials estimate water service infrastructure will cost $47.9 billion to 2034.
Opportunity Party names fifth leader in its decade existence to lead it to next election
Now The Opportunity Party, its election bid is being led by a businesswoman.