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Law passed to ‘speed up courts’ and appoint more High Court judges

Legislation aimed at reducing court delays and improving access to justice has passed in Parliament, with changes to court procedures and an increase in...

Government to overhaul hydrogen safety rules

The Government has agreed to update health and safety regulations governing the hydrogen sector, saying the changes will remove unnecessary barriers while 'maintaining strong...

Mental health access improves nationwide – Doocey

New figures released today show 'measurable improvements' in access to mental health and addiction services across New Zealand, with progress recorded in all three...

Willis–Richardson debate in doubt

A proposed public debate between Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Taxpayers Union chair Ruth Richardson now appears unlikely to proceed, after Richardson signalled she...

Collins moves to centralise IT systems with new ‘Digital Delivery Agency’

The Government is pressing ahead with plans to change digital services, unveiling a more 'centralised approach' to IT systems that it says could 'save...

HYEFU exposes cost of Government’s growth strategy on ordinary Kiwis – Swarbrick

The Green Party says the Government’s economic strategy has failed to deliver meaningful growth and is instead placing growing pressure on ordinary New Zealanders,...

Seymour vows Treaty principles fight will return in 2026 campaign

ACT leader and Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour says the Treaty principles debate is far from over, pledging to revive it as a central...

Greens blame government policy as new report shows homelessness worsening nationwide

The Green Party is urging the Government to commit to stronger action on homelessness after new data showed the problem is either stagnating or...

Government ends contracted emergency housing in Rotorua

The Government has formally shut down all contracted emergency housing in Rotorua, bringing an end to a system ministers say placed long-term strain on...

Government seeks feedback on proposed rock lobster catch changes

The Government has opened consultation on proposed changes to two key rock lobster fisheries as part of its twice-yearly fisheries sustainability review, Oceans and...

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