Hauraki Gulf restoration: $26m plan backs 19 new protected areas
The investment supports the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act 2025, which establishes 19 new protected…
Christopher Luxon expected to meet Malaysian Prime Minister, not concerned about differences over Palestine state recognition
In September, Malaysia said the recognition of the State of Palestine “should not be subject to any preconditions”…
Jacinda Ardern on life after politics and her new book Mum’s Busy Work
Ardern needed to be prepared for Monday’s briefing, sign correspondence and read through a raft of papers. She…
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…