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Hustle in the Hutt: Ginny Andersen leads Chris Bishop in Hutt South swing seat
Cost of living, the economy and jobs were top concerns for 51%.
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Watchdog opens inquiry after leaked OIA comments at Education Ministry
The Chief Ombudsman has previously raised 'significant concerns' about the remarks.
Health NZ to hire 380 extra nurses, midwives and assistants in next year
The organisation is also investigating a new model for calculating nursing needs.
Govt signals shift away from property buyouts after disasters
A paper prepared by consultants suggests the idea of a Government-backed flood insurer.
Oh dear, the leaders’ debates loom and only one Chris has anything to sell
OPINION: Anyone who’s worked on these productions knows how rehearsed the exchanges are.
Two-thirds of Kiwis want wealth tax, Labour's grip on main issues loosens
New survey comes amid persistent attacks from National on potential taxes under Labour.
Election 2026: The official battle for your vote begins now
Thomas Coughlan joins The Front Page as election season 2026 officially kicks off.
Alternative proposal delays LNG terminal decision
The Government’s plan to build a liquefied natural gas import terminal has stalled.
Government announces $2 million funding boost for Pet Refuge for shelter maintenance
Pet Refuge will receive $2m to shelter pets from abusive homes.
NZ First promises to drop tax rate for small businesses
The party's policy includes dropping the tax rate from 28% to 20%.
$2 million boost in funding for Pet Refuge
Ministers announced that the money for Pet Refuge would come from the Proceeds of Crime Fund. Video / Sylvie Whinray
Beehive report card: Top 5 performers in the House this term
OPINION: Parliament broke up yesterday and a few honourable mentions are in order.
Labour pledges billions to build more social housing, fix hospitals
If elected, the party says it would also fund improvements at nearly every state school.
Chris Hipkins and Ginny Andersen speak to media
Labour leader Chris Hipkins and Labour jobs spokeswoman Ginny Andersen speak to media
'Worthwhile': Lung cancer patient hopes new screening trial will go national
The mobile screening programme will begin next year in Rotorua, Taupō and Hawke's Bay.
Leaked document details 'significant' change at Govt department, exit from regions
The document outlines a proposal to cut 28 roles and 'remove' a team from the regions.
Election battle cries, jibes and Winston v the Greens dominate final Parliament debate
Peters' words became almost impossible to discern amid the din across the House.
Watch: 'I do not care' – Luxon, Seymour rebuff questions about Nicky Hager’s new book
Hager's book was released on Tuesday evening.
What Nicky Hager’s Dirty Work alleges about the Taxpayers’ Union
David Fisher joins The Front Page to break down the allegations made in Nicky Hager's Dirty Work.
Watchdog takes action after education official's leaked OIA comments
The Ombudsman speaks of 'significant concerns' over reports about the Education Ministry.
Watch: Seymour and Luxon face media questions over new Nicky Hager book
Act leader David Seymour and PM Chistopher Luxon grow frustrated as media ask for reactions to Hager book. Video / Mark Mitchell
‘It annoyed the left’: How Farrar and Williams built the Taxpayers’ Union
Chairman: It was 'an ambition that burned hot and hard' in Williams' and Farrar's minds.
Te Pāti Māori announces $200m fund to create Takatāpui commission
The gender-affirming policy would also aim to improve housing and protections.
MBIE CEO defends keeping his job as failed project's costs rise above $50m
The Public Service Commission's review into the project is still ongoing.
Jenée Tibshraeny: Is Labour’s U-turn on 'tax cuts for landlords' good for NZ?
The Bottom Line investigates whether Labour was right to flip-flop on its tax policy.
No smoking gun: Nicky Hager book fascinating but light on evidence
OPINION: Hager's new book tells a fascinating story but is the weakest of his trilogy.
Hipkins considering pushing pause on replacing frigates, but defends Five Eyes
Chris Hipkins says a Labour-led Government might not replace the ageing Anzac frigates.
Xu-Nan wants to be known for 1100 questions, not Peters' verbal attack
Green list MP says Chinese culture is misunderstood in political debate.
Lawrence Xu-Nan on being an MP and being attacked by Winston Peters
Green MP Lawrence Xu-Nan says being an MP gives him an infinite ability to learn. Video / Mark Mitchell