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Bongbong to von der Leyen: The world leaders Luxon is talking to in free trade 'fight'
The Prime Minister scored calls with major names.
An experiment in recklessness: Trump as global disrupter
New York Times: The costs of the Trump administration's approach are now becoming clear.
Government says enough is enough of ‘lenient’ sentences. It has the previous National Government to thank for them.
Greater use of community sentences was enabled by law changes in 2016, under National
The false things Trump said about tariffs during his announcement
The President relied on claims that have been debunked many times before.
Analysis: Risks ‘not trivial’ – what Govt’s adviser thinks about breaking up supermarket giants
ANALYSIS: Will making groceries more affordable become Nicola Willis' legacy?
Analysis: Trump takes government secrecy seriously - but only when it suits him
New York Times: The definition of an official secret depends on what works best for Trump.
Georgina Campbell: Looming ferry decision one of the most significant for coalition Govt
ANALYSIS: Shipyards will soon be shortlisted and detailed ship specifications revealed.
How history could repeat to hand Parker second world title shot
OPINION: The reality is the Parker-Usyk fight may not get that far.
Analysis: School lunch programme is a disaster - here’s how we could fix it
ANALYSIS: Trawl through official documents offers some solutions to school lunch disaster.
Analysis: PM's trade talk revival invigorates India visit but can he keep the momentum?
ANALYSIS: Will the revived talks help fulfill Luxon's promise to secure a deal in 2026?
Govt’s summit a success, despite Labour winning contest over having most kids
The Government pulled off a successful infrastructure summit in Auckland.
What Putin wants in exchange for ceasefire – and will Trump accept?
Analysis: Vladimir Putin appeared on the front lines, signalling tough negotiations.
Nicola Willis had ferry paper ready to take to Cabinet before the power shifted
It never made it to the table as scheduled due to 'ongoing discussions with ministers'.
What will Trump do if Russia says no to a ceasefire?
Vladimir Putin has so far shown little sign that he is willing to agree to a ceasefire.
Were these public sector leaders pressured out of their jobs? – Audrey Young
OPINION: Sir Brian Roche says he'd call out political pressure on public service leaders.
Analysis: What’s behind Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr’s shock resignation?
ANALYSIS: Orr’s resignation is quite unlike other public sector exits,
Willis told to renegotiate with shipbuilder three months after cancelling mega-ferries
Hyundai Mipo Dockyard is back at the table after a 'charming' meeting with Winston Peters.
Farming co-ops can get bad rap on green scale but can also be a force for good
Analysis: The United Nations named 2025 the International Year of Co-operatives.
‘Nothing short of a scandal’: Call for Wellington Water chairman to resign
Another scathing report about the company reveals ratepayers have been ripped off.
Analysis: Should Martinborough wineries pay for a shared path after fatality?
A fatal crash between a car and four-seater bike has prompted a discussion about safety.
‘New international order’: US-Ukraine minerals deal explained
The deal includes a 'Reconstruction Investment Fund' for joint resource exploration.
Analysis: What Trump’s $500b demand means for Ukraine’s future
ANALYSIS: The proposed contract gives the US control over Ukraine’s resources.
‘The boss of everyone and everything’: Trump seeks to influence many spheres
New York Times: Trump is increasingly trying to enforce his will on all areas.
Analysis: Golden Mile design revealed but Tory Whanau’s legacy on fragile ground
A contract has still not been signed for work to transform Courtenay Place.
Kate MacNamara: New Zealand doesn’t need to tell a growth story, it needs to be a growth story
ANALYSIS: What's waffle and what's not in the Government's new focus on growth.
Opinion: Did Trump’s tariff threat lead to real concessions?
Trump paused tariffs for 30 days after claiming they were non-negotiable.
Analysis: Will Cook Strait ferries be privatised? Not on Winston Peters' watch
Officials have investigated whether KiwiRail is best placed to provide a ferry service.
Seymour’s privatisation talk pushes his agenda back into spotlight
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's economic growth message has been overshadowed.
Analysis: Familiar face causes a stir in Wellington’s mayoral race
Justin Lester says he doesn't intend to run for the mayoralty again but won't rule it out.