Opinion
Richard Prebble: How Fiji's path to equality could guide NZ reforms
OPINION: Fiji's 2013 Constitution ended the race-based electoral system.
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'Stalemate': Te Whānau-ā-Apanui settlement now increasingly unlikely with this Government
Iwi says minister called off meeting days before settlement was due to be signed.
Government says Ngāpuhi negotiations cannot be open-ended: 'It can't be as long as forever'
While NZ First's bill pushes one settlement, the Treaty Minister says all options remain.
Letters: Ongoing consequences of Trump's actions awaited with dread
OPINION: A reader worries what might happen after the US joined Israel in its Iran attack.
NZ First drafting bill to require only one Ngāpuhi settlement
Bill comes amid Govt refusing to agree to settlements that dispute Crown sovereignty.
'Māori are long-term investors' - learning from success and failure working with iwi
Developments with tangata whenua: what spells success - or not?
How Act's bill could entrench power for the wealthy
OPINION: NZ rich-list value rose from $95.5b last year to $102.1b this year, a 6.8% jump.
'A let-down': Iwi challenges DoC, minister over ski field deals
They allege the Crown ignored Treaty obligations by not engaging with them.
Iwi leader rules out settlement under this Govt after minister’s sovereignty comments
'[We are] just as staunch and ferocious in saying we hold sovereignty over our own.'
Government will not agree to Treaty settlements that dispute Crown's sovereignty
Former minister Andrew Little says the Government's stance is unnecessary.
Defence Force's Waiōuru housing project fails to break ground
Budget 2023 earmarked the thick end of $75 million for 50 new houses.
'Don't want war': Jackson on the Labour-Te Pāti Māori relationship
The Labour MP believes he may have upset Te Pāti Māori.
Letters: Phil Goff mastered the art of saying nothing, until he spoke
OPINION: Plus the expected debacle over the Treaty Principles Bill surprises no one.
Matthew Hooton: Labour’s Te Pāti Māori problem
OPINION: Fear of the alternative is Christopher Luxon’s easiest path to a second term.
Watch: Parliament votes for harshest-ever sanctions for Te Pāti Māori co-leaders
Three MPs have been sanctioned after a haka in the House last year.
Editorial: Changing a place name should be considered carefully
OPINION: In more than 1800 submissions, 52% supported changing Russell's name.
'I was frustrated': Chris Bishop won't apologise for music awards controversy
The senior Govt minister disliked the 'politicisation' of Stan Walker's performance.
Watch: Act remains Labour's 'worst nightmare' – new Deputy PM's message
David Seymour held a celebration brunch after being sworn in yesterday.
'Painfully relevant': Debate over flag artwork prompts its removal by gallery
The art installation, by Diane Prince, invites people to walk on a New Zealand flag.
Biggest change in NZ history: New proposals for freshwater, infrastructure, farming
'Sorting out our planning rules is critical to boosting economic growth.'
'Disgraceful act': Debate ignites over walk-on flag installation, protest begins
Nelson Deputy Mayor defends the art, citing its challenge to the status quo.
Luxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim Bolger
The ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.
'More than disrespectful': Controversial artwork invites people to walk on NZ flag
It's not the first time the art installation has sparked outrage.
Incoming Deputy PM: 'Māori will have nothing to fear' says David Seymour
Act's David Seymour will become Deputy PM on May 31, succeeding Winston Peters.
Te Pāti Māori MP proposes bill requiring MPs to uphold Te Tiriti principles
'It’s not left or right. This is the foundation of us moving together ...'
Simon Wilson: Obey the rules, Government tells Te Pāti Māori, but what about pay equity rules?
OPINION: Rules can be used against those without power.
'Psychological warfare': Shock move pushes out Te Pāti Māori haka punishment verdict
Parliament's Privileges Committee recommended suspending three Te Pāti Māori MPs.
Treaty settlement renames iconic sites in central North Island
The name changes follow the Treaty settlement of iwi collective Te Korowai o Wainuiārua.
Tribunal calls for Govt to immediately halt Regulatory Standards Bill
The coalition had effectively 'dismissed' the views of Māori, Waitangi Tribunal said.
'Slanting the playing field': Treaty concerns over new Act-backed legislation
More than 18,000 people have registered support for the Waitangi Tribunal claim.