Former PM Jim Bolger farewelled in official funeral
Former Prime Minister Jim Bolger is being farewelled in an official funeral. The funeral for Bolger, who passed…
Remembering my friend Jim Bolger, one of our finest former leaders – Christopher Finlayson
It’s difficult to stand back and assess Jim’s contribution: it is hard to think of him in the…
Sanae Takaichi becomes Japan’s first woman prime minister after coalition deal
Takaichi (centre) aims to strengthen Japan’s economy and increase female representation in her Cabinet. Photo / Getty Images…
Treasury advised Nicola Willis to remove the Reserve Bank Governor from the board to improve accountability
“A governor who was ‘mere’ CEO would be exceptional, and internationally this could be seen as a diminished…
US President jabs at Australia’s former PM and ambassador at White House meeting
Rudd began to explain: “That was before I took this position, Mr President”. Trump cut him off, saying:…
Ireland ambassador Trevor Mallard told he was being recalled early via email, asked to stay with his dog
According to documents obtained by Newstalk ZB under the OIA, on August 11, the Irish Government agreed to…
PM Christopher Luxon seemingly transmutes political gold into sh*t
Tough and decisive? PM Christopher Luxon and Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston have announced a scheme…
Man charged with smashing Winston Peter’s window appears in court, pleads not guilty
Judge Ryan allowed suppression to stay in place until his next hearing in February, at which point more…
Former immigration minister Tuariki Delamere bankrupt, immigration licence revoked
Delamere unsuccessfully appealed a 2021 judgment on the money as far as the Supreme Court. Liu returned to…
Macron under pressure as French PM resigns after less than month
With the uncertainty in France causing tremors across Europe, a German Government spokesman said a “stable France” was…
Independent Public Advocate to support victims of Synagogue terror attack | Ministry of Justice
Independent Public Advocate to support victims of Synagogue terror attack Support for victims of Synagogue terror attack as…
Prime Minister Luxon defends $65k parental income cap in youth benefit crackdown
“But we know it’s quite low, but the reality is it puts the pressure back on parents to…