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The government is continuing to crack down on dodgy builders, with a move to strengthen requirements for registration and licensing.

RNZ asked Judith Collins if she would ensure staffing issues were within the scope an inquiry.

It comes after documents she relied on to support a heated tobacco tax cut turned out to be inconclusive at best.

Michel Barnier also confirmed that the provincial elections, initially scheduled to take place in New Caledonia not later than mid-December 2024, will be postponed until late 2025. Audio

In an interview with RNZ, NZ First's Casey Costello has said she will release 'independent advice' about what she says are the merits of heated tobacco products.

Paul Goldsmith says tougher criminal rules for espionage are on the way.

Opinion - Superficially, it seems fair to tax income from all sources. Yet it could be anything but, Richard Meade writes.

Have you tried banana blossom or whipped chickpea liquid? Chelsea Winter reckons they can make for "heavenly" dishes. Audio

First person: The reality of surviving with a child who has a syndrome without a name - and the astonishing discovery of vast differences in care. Audio

The government is introducing a new aggravating factor targeting offences against small business owners whose homes and businesses are interconnected.

The government is introducing a new aggravating factor targeting offences against small business owners whose homes and businesses are interconnected.

Explainer - The Health Ministry is reviewing New Zealand's assisted dying system. What do we know about how it's working so far?

Embracing a hybrid approach may lead to better outcomes as society shifts with technology and employment expectations.

'All of our children are not the same," ACT says, as Labour calls it "the worst type of experiment".

Offences against public transport workers to be considered an aggravating factor in sentencing in a bid to curb violence.

A tax change would be "politically extremely courageous", but fair, the head of the country's largest bank says.

The government have been told business cases for many projects - even large roading projects - have become so weak that they are disconnected from reality. Audio

A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including a call for traditional customs to have a role in Samoa's drug fight.

Central Otago locals are worried a proposed gold mine will hit industry and devastate the special - and spectacular - natural environment.

New Zealand currently relies almost entirely on space assets owned by other countries or companies.

Community leaders unimpressed by recent government announcements on restoring law and order