Politics

NZTA investigating privacy breach

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is contacting 1,480 individuals to advise that their personal information held on the Driver Licence Register - DLR or Motor... Read More

Government progresses Māori wards legislation

The coalition Government's legislation to restore the rights of communities to determine whether to introduce Māori wards has passed its first reading... Read More

Budget 2024: Cheat sheet and what to expect

It's one week to go until the Budget, and you may be experiencing some jargon fatigue already. "What are appropriations?" you may be asking. "When... Read More

More vape stores in deprived areas, near schools

New University of Canterbury research has found vape stores are proliferating in Aotearoa New Zealand's most deprived communities - with many also located near... Read More

Tauranga man's plea to get family out of Gaza

'I could lose them right now while we're talking.” Maher Azzam is speaking about his family in Gaza, who are in constant danger due to the ongoing war. The... Read More

Government invests in 1,500 more social homes

The coalition Government is investing in social housing for New Zealanders who are most in need of a warm dry home, Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. Budget... Read More

Wahine Māori lead global public health body

Emma Rawson-Te Patu will be welcomed by the World Federation of Public Health Associations in Geneva, Switzerland, next week as its new president. She will... Read More

What to know about KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals

New Zealanders struggling with the cost of living have been tapping into their KiwiSaver accounts in greater numbers. Inland Revenue data shows that 3700... Read More

MBIE offers advice for a successful ski season

With the ski season officially starting next month, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment advises that it is important that both employers and... Read More

"No one is achieving what New Zealand is doing!"

When Australian Jeffrey Gray was invited to attend the inaugural Rongoā Māori Conference in Rotorua, he didn't hesitate and bought his ticket straight away. The... Read More

Government to roll out roadside drug testing

The Coalition Government will introduce legislation this year that will enable roadside drug testing as part of our commitment to improve road safety and restore... Read More

Nominations for Tauranga City Council closing soon

Still thinking of standing for Tauranga City Council? Nominations are closing soon. Anyone interested in standing for Tauranga City Council needs to make... Read More