Politics

Who should pay for alcohol licensing in Tauranga?

Tauranga City Council is asking for community feedback on how the costs of alcohol licensing in our city should be covered. Currently, only about 40% of the... Read More

Marking World Cancer Day

World Cancer Day is an opportunity to recognise those who are impacted by cancer and highlight initiatives that are delivering better and faster access to cancer... Read More

State Highway speed limit reversals spark concern

Returning speed limits on Rotorua roads to higher speeds could spell trouble, residents say. Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell said she would be reluctant to... Read More

Tariff war sparks interest rate warning

US President Donald Trump might not be putting tariffs on New Zealand imports to the US, but New Zealanders may still feel the impact, economists say. Trump... Read More

LIVE: Jones lays out mining plan, $3b by 2035

Resources Minister Shane Jones has laid out the Government's plan for mining in the country aiming to double exports to $3 billion by 2035. Jones is launching... Read More

St John seeks Govt backing for growing needs

Hato Hone St John continues to play a vital role in Aotearoa New Zealand's health system, responding to sustained high demand for its ambulance services. Frontline... Read More

It just got slightly easier to retire

Around half a million dollars in savings on top of superannuation should be sufficient for most retirees to have a reasonable standard of living, but those in... Read More

School's back and many kids lack the basics

Thousands of children will start the school year without the essentials - including uniforms, shoes, food and stationery - with teachers warning that feelings... Read More

Auckland Anniversary: Time for BOP to get its own

Westland, Nelson and South Canterbury are among the 12 regions of New Zealand that have their own regional anniversary days. But the Bay of Plenty, and everywhere... Read More

Trade Minister to hold trans-Tasman discussion

Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will travel to Australia today for meetings with Australian Trade Minister, Senator Don Farrell, and the Australia... Read More

Treaty referendum ruled out under Luxon's watch

The prime minister has ruled out signing up to a treaty referendum if National and ACT are back at the negotiating table after elections in 2026. The Treaty Principles... Read More

Targeted maths trial to boost student success

Students struggling with maths are set to benefit from a targeted acceleration programme designed to build confidence in the classroom, said. 'Last year,... Read More