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Govt poised to decide fate of prime land Peter Jackson wants as public reserve

The Land Information Minister has received new advice about the 76ha of land.

French investors concerned with CRL costs as Labour meet in Christchuch | NZ Herald News Update

French investors are reportedly worried about time and cost blowouts on Auckland's City Rail Link project. The Waikato River is safe again from extreme arsenic levels. V/ NZ Herald

Claire Trevett: National tried to celebrate alone, Act and NZ First were not impressed

Act's David Seymour was dealing with a more fearsome group than gangs: menopausal women.

Hipkins hints at MP retirements as Labour gets ready for 2026

At least one MP has hinted they may retire before the next election.

Kainga Ora nightmare neighbours

A Christchurch Kāinga Ora tenant said her accommodation is like 'living in hell', with neighbours children neglected, stealing and running onto the main road in recent weeks.

Health Minister criticises officials' anti-McDonald's submission

Shane Reti has taken a swipe at the National Public Health Service.

Health Minister lauds ‘impressive’ Healthy Homes impact but can’t commit to funding boost

The programme had led to a more than 18% decrease in hospitalisations.

'A behind-the-scenes operator': Nick Smith on Wellington's Crown observer

The former Cabinet minister successfully recommended Lindsay McKenzie for the job.

Health Minister Dr Shane Reti details the benefits of the Healthy Homes Initiative

Health Minister Dr Shane Reti details the benefits derived from the Healthy Homes Initiative, which has led to fewer hospitalisations and better school attendance.

Ombudsman investigating KiwiRail's refusal to release 'excessive' consultant cost

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says she awaits the investigation's outcome with interest.

Matthew Hooton: Say no to Government having a four-year term

OPINION: Extending their term will just give politicians another year for working groups.

Covid-19 Royal Commission: Hipkins admits Govt ‘lost the room’ amid lockdowns

Vaccine mandates caused huge pain to a “substantial minority”.

Shelling out: How taxpayer spent $52m buying into a loss-making mussel farm

Shane Jones defends Crown investments into struggling Ōpōtiki aquaculture firm.

Audrey Young: Winston Peters dings PM on coalition anniversary

OPINION: It's a fraught business when political leaders talk about each other.

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to media

Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to the media

Former top cop ready to shake-up spending on social services

Andrew Coster sees his role as building a fence at the top of the cliff.

Opinion: Minister's promise of better Māori health outcomes faces reality check

OPINION: Shane Reti's promise falters amid ongoing staff cuts.

Boris Johnson on the relationship between New Zealand and the United Kingdom

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson speaks about the relationship between New Zealand and the UK ahead of his New Zealand travels. Video / NZ Herald