Politics

KiwiSaver financial hardship withdrawals rise

A record number of people are making withdrawals from their KiwiSaver funds due to financial difficulties. Of the 6400 withdrawals made throughout December,... Read More

Inflation slows to lowest rate in two years

Inflation has slowed to its lowest level in more than two years, but domestic price pressures remain stubborn and will slow any move to cut interest rates. Stats... Read More

The fast and curious: Road with two speed signs

Not only do they have to navigate the country's worst traffic, Bay of Plenty drivers have been battling contradictory speed limits on a major road. The... Read More

Water reforms: Industry group calls for clarity

Infrastructure New Zealand is pushing for water infrastructure to be taken off the financial books of councils. The industry group urges the government to... Read More

Mental health: Calls for stronger protections

Mental health experts are calling for a bipartisan effort at Parliament to further increase protections for MPs and workers, after Green MP Golriz Ghahraman's... Read More

Retreat highlights discipline, mental health

National MPs arriving for their first meeting of the year are acknowleging the need to remain disciplined, a key focus of their two-day retreat. The getaway... Read More

Electric vehicles to pay road user charges

The coalition Government is confirming that the exemption from road user charges for owners of light electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids will end from April... Read More

PM meets with Kīngi Tūheitia before national hui

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met with Kīngi Tūheitia just days before a national hui. In December, the Kīngitanga called a nationwide hui over... Read More

A bridge between politicians and the community

The political system is complex and difficult to oppose. It can be difficult to make yourself heard when you have an issue with politics. Erika Harvey... Read More

Record low for property listings

New figures released today show a surprising slowdown in New Zealand's property market with the number of newly listed properties in December hitting a record... Read More

Government changes to sex education

The union representing primary school teachers says there still has not been any consultation or guidance from the government over planned changes to the sex... Read More

Potholes cover State Highway 1 causing frustration

Several sections of the country's state highways have been described as being in shocking condition, with some mayors calling for urgent upgrades as holidaymakers... Read More