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Ministry told abuse survivor had 'weeks left to live', only apologises after her death
The woman's lawyer told the Ministry of Health her client had just "weeks left to live". Audio
Iwi leaders want hui next week for Te Pāti Māori factions
The National Iwi Chairs Forum says it is working towards getting both factions of Te Pāti Māori to a hui in Wellington next week.
'Hysteria is not helping': Swarbrick on coalition's homeless plan
The Auckland Central MP says moving rough sleepers out of the city centre will only shift the problem to another place. Audio
New climate scheme to reward landowners for wetlands
The government has identified new wetlands and rewetted peatlands as "areas of opportunity" to pull more carbon out of the atmosphere.
One of two Te Pāti Māori factions willing to meet - iwi leaders
Te Pāti Māori's leadership is willing to meet with its estranged MPs.
'Enough is enough' - New Zealand First wants to ban private fireworks
"The abuse and misuse of fireworks has far outgrown any of the benefits," claims Winston Peters.
'Lesson was learned' - Peters on deleted tweet
Winston Peters was asked why his tweet was removed as he made his way into the House this afternoon.
Te Pāti Māori will 'shortly' consider whether to expel MPs - Tamihere
Iwi leaders will meet with party leadership today in an effort to put a stop to extraordinary infighting. Audio
Rules loosened to attract more Chinese tourists
The government expects 50,000 extra visitors from China each year under the new visa rules.
What's going on with Te Pāti Māori?
The party was a smashing success last election, growing its caucus from two to six members and claiming all but one of the Māori seats.
'Noise' protest against weapons companies at Parliament
Peace Action Wellington has organised a 'noise protest' to disrupt representatives from major weapons companies attending an aviation symposium in Parliament.
Labour wants crackdown on 'cowboy' charter school bids
As a trust attempts an unsupported takeover of Kelston Boys' High School, the Opposition is raising concerns.
'Bring it on': Hipkins targets Luxon in capital gains tax debate
The Labour leader said he was more than happy to debate the Prime Minister about his personal finances.
' U-turn': Communities to get a cut from online gambling after backlash
The government is changing its proposed online gambling laws so community organisations, many of whom run local sports, still get a cut.
Greens want public feedback on cannabis laws
More than two dozen people have been jailed mainly for cannabis offences in the last year, the party's co-leader says.
Te Pāti Māori's new MP backs Kapa-Kingi
"I see her, I believe her and in her, I support her," Oriini Kaipara says of Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, whose future in the party is uncertain after reports she's been suspended.
Strikers' demands 'a mystery', government's top negotiator says
The Public Service Commissioner says it's regrettable major strike action is going ahead, because he's always been available to negotiate. Audio
Opposition vows to repeal coastal rights law change
The changes have been passed in Parliament, but critics say they diminish Māori rights. Audio
Amy Adams appointed as Crown facilitator for Waikati District Council
She will help the council amend and resubmit its water service delivery plan under Local Water Done Well.
State abuse redress carve out for criminals decried by opposition
Labour has slammed the Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill as "morally bereft" and "cynical".
Charter school to be opened for Pasifika girls
The high school will offer traditional activities and languages for 120 students from Term 1 next year.
National accuses strikers of politics, Labour says public backs workers
The Prime Minister is doubling down on claims striking unions are "politically motivated" and says kids will be "massively impacted". Audio
'No question of integrity': Eru Kapa-Kingi responds to Te Pāti Māori email
In an explosive late-night email, the party released files making a series of allegations about one of their own members of parliament.
New methane target may need to change again, scientist says
The government has slashed the biogenic methane reduction target.