Politics

Median barrier roll out “too slow”

Just 16km of median barrier was installed on roads last year, raising questions about the government's ambitious plan to roll out 198km of life-saving median... Read More

ACT:repeal plastic bag ban, introduce cleanup levy

ACT Party leader David Seymour says ACT would repeal the ban on single-use plastic bags and introduce a small levy to help clean up international waterways. 'The... Read More

Single-use plastic shopping bags ban kicks in

The ban on single-use plastic shopping bags, which takes effect on July 1, is a step towards healthier oceans and giving nature a hand, says Associate Environment... Read More

Minister announces increase to rates rebate scheme

The Minister of Local Government, Hon Nanaia Mahuta has today announced an increase to the Rates Rebate Scheme which will help ensure many low-income New Zealanders... Read More

Freshwater quality is top Kiwi concern

New data released by Stats NZ shows that freshwater quality is New Zealanders' top environmental concern. "Stats NZ New Zealand General Social Survey showed... Read More

Infrastructure focus for Thames Coromandel Council

The Thames Coromandel District Council's significant capital works programme will continue in the coming financial year, with $43 million earmarked for projects... Read More

Road transport forum urge for drug driving tests

The number of deaths caused by drugged drivers - 71 last year and 88 the year before - means there must be better testing to get these people off our roads, says... Read More

Local elections on the way, are you enrolled?

The local elections are on their way and people are being asked to check they're enrolled and ready to vote. 'From this Saturday we'll be sending out 3.3m enrolment... Read More

Tinetti refuting Bridges’ household claims

Tauranga Labour list MP Jan Tinetti is refuting claims that NZ households are worse off under the Labour-led government. National is saying that Kiwi households... Read More

BOP list MP votes yes on End of Life Choice Bill

Bay of Plenty Labour List MP Angie Warren-Clark has confirmed how she will vote on the second reading of David Seymour's End of Life Choice Bill. Angie says during... Read More

Jacinda Ardern not giving up on KiwiBuild

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says she's not giving up the focus on building more affordable homes, while accepting KiwiBuild hasn't met expectations. ... Read More

Police announce firearms collection events

A list of collection events for the firearms amnesty and buy-back period is now available on the police website. Around 192 events - including 11 in the Bay of... Read More