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Michael ‘River of Filth’ Wood to re-enter politics

Daily Telegraph NZ -

Former Labour cabinet minister Michael Wood has confirmed he will attempt a political comeback, announcing he will again contest Mt Roskill in 2026 after...

Scandals contributed to Labour’s 2023 election defeat – Hipkins

Daily Telegraph NZ -

'Integrity issues' labelled as key factor in Labour’s 2023 downfall, according to new book. Former Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has acknowledged that a series of...

Bryce Edwards: The Era of complacency over political conflicts of interest is over

Bryce Edwards -

Michael Wood has become a victim of his own complacency about conflicts of interest. He simply didn’t take integrity rules meant to protect the New...

Michael ‘River of filth’ Wood resigns from portfolio, Hipkins outlines new Ministerial disclosure scheme

Daily Telegraph NZ -

'River of filth' Wood is now officially up the creek. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has accepted the resignation of Transport Minister Michael Wood. In a press...

Bryce Edwards: Does Michael Wood have enough integrity to be a Minister?

Bryce Edwards -

New Zealanders are supposed to be able to trust that there are adequate systems in place to ensure our politicians aren’t corrupt. There are mandatory...

Government launches ‘rapid review’ into KiwiRail disruptions

Daily Telegraph NZ -

The Government is launching a rapid review into KiwiRail following a breakdown of critical equipment that led to major disruptions for Wellington passenger rail...

Cost of living support extended for families and businesses

Daily Telegraph NZ -

The Government is providing extra cost of living support to families and businesses, delivering on new Prime Minister Chris Hipkins’ promise of a greater...