Politics

Government backs Māori climate action

Farmers, growers and whenua Māori owners have been supported by the Government to ramp up their efforts to reduce agricultural emissions and the impacts of climate... Read More

‘Status quo must go’ says One Party candidate

Tauranga by-election candidate - ONE Party co-leader - Allan Cawood says that the 'status quo must go” and 'the left and right are two wings of the same... Read More

Budget 2022 bolsters legal aid

New Zealand's legal aid scheme will be significantly strengthened with further investment from Budget 2022, Minister of Justice Kris Faafoi announced this week. 'Budget... Read More

Tauranga candidates live debate enthralls many

The livestream of the Tauranga candidates' debate on Tuesday night was a resounding success with SunLive readers tuning in to hear the candidates' positions... Read More

Socialink: Budget not enough to improve poverty

While the Government made some good changes in last week's Budget, it's just not enough to make a real difference to child poverty in New Zealand, Tauranga social... Read More

Government helps protect shops from ram raids

The Government is providing further support to help Police protect small businesses affected by a spike in ram raids, Minister of Police Poto Williams says. $6... Read More

Govt invests in sustainable food producer

The development of sustainable, plant-based foods and meat alternatives is getting new Government backing, with investment from a dedicated regional economic development... Read More

Tauranga candidates discuss cost of living

SunLive has asked the 12 Tauranga by-election candidates how the cost of living is affecting Tauranga families and individuals, and whether they are better or... Read More

Stubbing out tobacco smuggling

Budget 2022 is providing investment to crackdown on tobacco smuggling into New Zealand. 'Customs has seen a significant increase in the smuggling of tobacco... Read More

Govt continues record Māori Education investment

The Government's commitment to the growth and development of te reo Māori has continued in Budget 2022, including the largest ever investment in kura property... Read More

Independent panel to review electoral law

Justice Minister Kris Faafoi has announced appointments to the independent panel that will lead a review of New Zealand's electoral law. 'This panel, appointed... Read More

Tune in tonight for candidates‘ debate

Tauranga's Candidates Debate will be live online this evening, Tuesday May 24, with the big issues facing Tauranga being addressed before a live audience.... Read More