Politics

Tauranga MP demoted amid allegations

Tauranga MP and National Party member Simon Bridges has been demoted and relieved of his portfolio responsibilities. The decision follows an allegation of serious... Read More

Council begins Three Waters community conversation

The Western Bay of Plenty District Council is wanting to talk to the community about the Three Waters reform. From July 1, 2024, the management of drinking water,... Read More

Watch: Minister on workplace Covid-19 vaccination

The government is releasing a new tool to help businesses assess whether they should be requiring workers to be vaccinated. Workplace Relations and Safety... Read More

NZ to move into traffic light system on Dec 3

All of New Zealand will move into the new Covid-19 Protection Framework at 11.59pm on Thursday December 2, making Friday December 3 the first day the traffic light... Read More

“No way”: Tauranga MP opposes racecourse housing

Tauranga MP Simon Bridges is unequivocal in his belief that housing should not be an option for the Tauranga Racecourse Reserve. The National Party politician... Read More

Taumata Arowai now new water services regulator

From today, Taumata Arowai begins its role and powers as the new independent water services regulator for New Zealand, replacing the previous responsibilities... Read More

Govt moves to repeal Three Strikes bill

The Three Strikes law introduced in 2010 is set to be ditched with the introduction of the Three Strikes Legislation Repeal Bill. Justice Minister Kris Faafoi... Read More

WBOP Mayor joins Three Waters reform working group

Western Bay of Plenty Mayor Garry Webber has been appointed to the national working group tasked with resolving sticking points in Government's Three Waters reform. Mayor... Read More

National releases students back on track plan

Leader of the Opposition Judith Collins and National's Education spokesperson Paul Goldsmith have today released National's education plan to get school students... Read More

Auckland & Waikato schools to reopen

As Auckland eases alert level restrictions, Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced that schools will gradually reopen over the coming weeks. Auckland... Read More

Water fluoridation bill passes final reading

A bill transferring control of water fluoridation from local councils to the director-general of health has passed its final reading in Parliament. The Health... Read More

Tauranga MP‘s on the hunt for youth counterparts

It's time for New Zealand's youth to debate the issues they are passionate about on the national stage. Applications are now open for the 2022 Electorate... Read More