Politics

Move to attract stargazing travellers backed

Transforming Aotearoa into a dark sky nation could attract stargazing international tourists, creating huge economic benefits, says Tourism Minister Matt Doocey. The... Read More

A new community space coming to Gate Pā

A new community centre is coming to Gate Pā, and the community can proudly say they've played a part in the shaping of it. Local residents, mana whenua... Read More

Government commences Firearms Registry review

The Government says it is delivering on a commitment made in the National-ACT coalition agreement by commencing a review of the Firearms Registry. 'Cabinet... Read More

What the tax cuts mean for the housing market

Experts say there was nothing new for real estate in the Government's big announcement. 'It's just going to be status quo,” he tells OneRoof. 'It's... Read More

Te Pāti Māori protests: New Parliament mooted

Te Pāti Māori has issued a declaration of political independence with the intention of starting a Māori Parliament, coming off the back of a mass protest... Read More

Council proposes $50 community facilities fee

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is exploring a fairer approach to funding indoor facilities, such as sports centres. In its Long Term Plan 2024-34,... Read More

BOP flood protection gets Budget boost

An about $20M co-investment to help improve flood resilience for communities across the Bay of Plenty is a welcome announcement from Budget 2024, says Toi Moana... Read More

Trans woman running for Tauranga City Council

If Reihana Marx is successful in Tauranga's election this year, she believes she will be the first transgender woman elected to the city council. The... Read More

Budget 2024: How much tax relief are we getting?

Tax brackets might have shifted, but the savings are barely scratching the surface of the inflation that has hit households over recent years. It was confirmed... Read More

Rongoā Māori Conference reflects on growth

Jolie Davis (Ngāti Kuri, Te Rarawa) says it was a special experience being part of the inaugural Rongoā Māori Conference in Rotorua. The two-day conference... Read More

Budget 2024 highlights: 10 key points

Tax cuts Tax cuts from $4 - $40 a fortnight for all workers on more than $14,000 after the Budget delivered on National's election campaign promise. The $3.7... Read More

LIVE: A breakdown of Budget 2024

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says Budget 2024 delivers on the Government's promises, with savings across the public sector being reinvested in frontline... Read More