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ACC needs to 'lift its game' before lifting levies - minister
The Accident Compensation Corporation has begun consulting over suggested rises of more than 7 percent for motorists, and more than 4 percent for employers and earners.
Parliament votes to extend gift card expiry dates
An estimated one in five gift cards expire before their use-by dates, with New Zealanders losing $10 million a year by forgetting to use them.
Māori wards: Councils resentful about funding a binding poll
All but three of 45 councils which established the seats without a public referendum elected to retain the wards.
X account posing as an 'MFAT insider' likely a disgruntled former employee - minister
Speaking to reporters this afternoon, Winston Peters confirmed he had been briefed about it.
Treaty Principles Bill could cause social division - officials
Officials have warned the Treaty Principles Bill could cause social division - and that it relies on an unusual reading of the document which is not based on evidence. Despite that, the Coalition laid… Audio
ACC proposes levy hikes that will cost homes and businesses
It says the number of injuries has been rising, as has the cost of treating them and rehabilitation.
Ohakune family questions future after Winstone mills closure
An Ohakune family is pondering its future following yesterday's news Ruapehu's biggest employer Winstone Pulp will close two of its central North Island mills. Charles has worked at the mill for 25… Audio
Feature interview: The American stories we miss
Zaid Jilani is something that feels very unusual in the United States right now. He's a journalist who doesn't want to tell stories that fit into narratives on the left or the right. Fiercely… Audio
Exporters could face much quieter demand from China if live exports resume - report
Rabobank senior analyst Michael Harvey said the market in China has changed considerably and Australian exporters have seen a huge drop in demand.
Oral Questions for 11 September 2024
TIM VAN DE MOLEN to the Minister of Finance: What is the Government's revenue strategy? Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? KATIE… Audio
Podcast Critic: 'The Rest is...'
Podcast critic Jemima Huston reviews two installments of the 'The Rest Is...' series by Goalhanger: 'The Rest is Money' and 'The Rest is Politics'. Audio
Labour is talking about a wealth tax again - What does that mean?
Analysis - Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins recently revealed the party is looking once again at its tax policy, including a possible wealth tax or a "capital income tax".
South Wairarapa mayor on Māori wards
At least 60 members of Ngāti Whātua filled the public gallery at the High Court in Auckland on Wednesday morning to support the challenge against Kaipara's disestablishment of its Māori Ward. South… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 11 September
On today's episode, Two hundred and thirty mill workers are now desperately searching for work after Winstone Pulp International confirmed it will shut down in less than a month, it's the main… Audio
Treaty Principles Bill to spend 6 months at select committee
The debate over the Treaty Principles Bill will go on until at least the middle of next year with ACT confirming the legislation will spend six months at select committee. Political reporter Lillian… Audio
Parliament honours Kiingi Tuheitia
The House - Parliament met briefly today, and only to offer respects to the late Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII. Audio
The House For Tues 10 Sept 2024
Parliament adjourned eary today in respect for KÄ«ngi TÅ«heitia, the late leader of the MÄori Kingitanga. Before they adjourned there were speeches. Audio
Sewage doesn't put MP off swimming in Wellington Harbour
Asked if he would swim in the harbour if there was sewage, Greg O'Connor said: "Yeah, I do." But Chris Hipkins said he "probably" would not.
Shane Reti concerned about tone Treaty debate will take
The health minister is worried about the tone and nature it might take in coming months as the controversial Treaty Principles Bill heads to Parliament.
