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NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis speak on OCR update.

Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis speak on the OCR update

More than $160m to build 115 new classrooms, three new schools in Canterbury

Minister says the community had been 'loud and clear' about the lack of space.

Inside texts between Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche and Minister Judith Collins

Collins shared a UK article titled 'under-peforming civil servants to be pushed out'.

'Buzz cut season' for red tape and regulation for hairdressing salons nationwide

David Seymour outlines changes to hairdressing regulations. Video / Supplied

Dogs and drinks allowed at hairdressers as 1980 rule slashed

Regulations will be revoked by the end of July, empowering business owners: David Seymour.

PM Christopher Luxon in studio with Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon talks all the political issues of the week with Newstalk ZB's Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills.

Luxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim Bolger

The ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.

Former Prime Minister Jim Bolger is about to turn 90

Jim Bolger, Prime Minister from 1990 - 1997, talks about his 90th birthday, his health, and what he thinks of politics today. Video / Mark Mitchell

How much a smaller Govt contribution to KiwiSaver could cost you by retirement

Simplicity's Shamubeel Eaqub runs the numbers.

Peters rules out working with Labour after 2026 election if Hipkins is leader

The NZ First leader wants to be clear: he will never do a governing deal with Hipkins.

How much did Seymour's public sector savings contribute to Budget 2025?

'The coalition certainly hasn't saved as much as Act would save.'

Why greyhound racing is fighting back against looming ban

The ruling body is seeking a judicial review of the Government's closure decision.

Nelson Hospital redevelopment set to cost $500m over four years

A new five-storey unit with 128 beds will be built by 2029.

Pay equity: Former National MP Marilyn Waring assembles 'people's select committee'

Nanaia Mahuta, Sue Bradford, Jackie Blue and Jo Hayes are among those on the panel.

Willis confirms super age still on National's ‘radar’ ahead of 2026 election

Willis also fielded questions on the KiwiSaver cuts.

Nicola Willis addresses KiwiSaver changes

Nicola Willis speaks to Ryan Bridge about changes to KiwiSaver. Video / Herald Now

More cuts possible to cover Govt’s extra KiwiSaver costs - Finance Minister

The Green Party is claiming the extra costs could total more than $700m.

Act leader David Seymour invited to Oxford Union debate

Act leader David Seymour spoke to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about taking part in the renowned Oxford Union debate. Video / Herald Now