Politics

Govt investing $1.7m to support Matamata-Piako

The Government will support the Matamata-Piako District on work to unlock new opportunities in tourism and infrastructure with an up to $1.7 million initial investment... Read More

Govt’s child poverty bill gains National backing

The Government's Child Poverty Reduction Bill has been reported back to the House with unanimous support from the Social Service and Community Select Committee,... Read More

Bill to ensure NZ values are protected - Mitchell

The MP behind a bill to make new immigrants sign up to what he calls New Zealand values says anyone who thinks it's racist is just trying to stop a genuine... Read More

Unlocking Maori potential within BOP horticulture

Waiariki MP Tamati Coffey is focussing on upskilling and educating Maori on how to take advantage of what is set to be a ‘boom' in the horticulture industry... Read More

NZ would be a ’hell hole’ without values - Peters

There are countless examples of people not respecting NZ values, says New Zealand First Leader Winston Peters. NZ First passed a remit to introduce a Respecting... Read More

MP insists TNL has been ‘cancelled’

It really annoys Leader of the Opposition, Simon Bridges. 'You never seem to make the point clear, with the greatest of respect. The Tauranga Northern Link has... Read More

Gate Pa and Te Ranga – the full story?

A new book on the Battles of Gate Pa and Te Ranga has been published, challenging previously held views on the historic battles. The book ‘Gate Pa and... Read More

Waiata, waka and hinaki for Kaituna

Waiata, waka and hinaki will all be part of an interactive day on the Kaituna River this weekend. Te Maru O Kaituna River Authority invites members of the public... Read More

Misunderstood good guys or a real blight?

One of New Zealand's pre-eminent gang experts and the Leader of the Opposition are at odds over dealing with the festering gang menace in Tauranga. Simon Bridges... Read More

Customs and excise changes coming into force

New Customs legislation to support border compliance and the country's economy will come into force on 1 October. The Customs and Excise Act 2018 replaces the... Read More

BOP Trust welcomes vote for settlement process 

The Whakatōhea Pre Settlement Claims Trust has welcomed a vote on whether to continue the current Settlement process, re-mandate, or hold a Waitangi Tribunal... Read More

Whitianga air ambulance base to stay

The Ministry of Health and ACC are in the final stages of agreeing a three-year contract with an agency combining the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust and the... Read More