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"I've seen Judith and I know she's got a great intellect, she's got a great sense of humour, but most important she's cared a lot for our people and our staff," Christopher Luxon says.

First elected in 2002, Collins is one of the most experienced politicians in the government, and is taking up the role of President of the Law Commission.

National's Simeon Brown and Labour's Carmel Sepuloni butted heads over funding for resilience. Audio

Brooke van Velden says the updated hazardous substance regulations for research laboratories will save the industry billions.

The Prime Minister says those sharing the comments should keep it to themselves. Audio

Analysis - Rhetoric at Rātana was cooler this year, compared to the past four years of fiery exchanges.

Politicians were welcomed to Rātana Pa with a pōwhiri this afternoon.

Incorporated societies include clubs, charities, unions and political parties, and they have until 5 April to meet the requirements or be dissolved.

The Foreign Minister's statement is in response to Anna Breman signing a letter of support for US Fed boss Jerome Powell overnight.

Anna Breman has joined a letter supporting embattled Fed boss Jerome Powell amid attacks from the US President.

The rates capping policy is still being developed.

The government believes bringing in Open Electricity would save people $360 a year - here's what it means and whether your data is protected.

The long-serving mayor will be remembered not only for a life service, but for his own style, charisma and upbeat charm. Video

2026年2月起，长期处方重复取药时无需缴纳续药费，此外药剂师处方权也有所增加。

People will now only need to pay a $5 fee once for new, 12-month prescriptions.

An exemption has been needed as the use of personal information by AI is usually restricted by government policy.

Sending troops to support a ceasefire in Ukraine would still need cabinet sign off.

The PSA says Simeon Brown is blaming officials for slow responses, when his government's cuts are at fault.

A ransom hack on New Zealand's largest health portal is being billed as one of the country's biggest cybersecurity incidents, but how does it compare?

Analysis - Winston Peters' opposition to the India free trade deal has turned what could have been a huge win for the prime minister into a complex political scrap.

Peters says the deal was neither free, nor fair.

Coalition partner NZ First is withholding support for the trade deal - which means it is now in the hands of the opposition whether it passes or not.

The finance minister will stand as a list-only candidate at the election and says she will campaign across New Zealand to re-elect a National government.

Winston Peters previously said the government's plan to sell-off Chorus debt was "creative accounting of the worst sort".

Reports have suggested negotiations were finalised in recent days, with Christopher Luxon expected to make an announcement soon.