Anna Whyte
Covid-19 traffic light system to be scrapped late tonight
New Zealand's Covid-19 traffic light system is being scrapped and restrictions will end at 11.59pm.
NZ will have a one-off public holiday for the Queen's memorial service
NZ will observe a one-off public holiday on Monday, September 26, to mark our memorial for the Queen
NZ Government taking 'glacially slow' action on climate change
Climate Change Minister James Shaw said it was clear "we have a lot more to do."
The govt wants to ban cash payments for watches and boats to tackle gangs
As well, discharging a gun to intimidate could be punishable by up to five years in prison.
NZ to stay at Orange, Covid reinfection rules change
New Zealand moved to the Orange level of the traffic light system in mid-April.
Green Party drops male co-leader rule, adds Māori requirement
The party says it is committed to leadership opportunities for non-binary and intersex people.
Winston Peters' Parliament trespass notice withdrawn by Speaker
He was among five people who had their Parliamentary trespass notices withdrawn.
NZ has 'virtually no idea' rate of tax paid by wealthiest
Revenue Minister David Parker reveals plans to create the foundation for a "fair" tax system.
Two Young Nats resign after female politicians trolled online
This follows an investigation into an internet troll who was harassing female politicians.
New Zealand to resettle 150 refugees a year from Australia
An almost decade-old offer from New Zealand is finally being agreed to by Australia.
Australian tourists can visit NZ from April 13
From May, those from visa waiver countries and people with valid visitor visas can also come to NZ.
Russian sanctions regime passes in Parliament
The new set of rules will give Aotearoa powers to take more action against Russia.
Two years in prison or $50,000 fine for 'revenge porn' offenders
This helps close a loophole that saw many victims go without justice.
Property companies face $100K fines for breaking proposed rules
The regulation of property managers is one step closer as new Government regulations are proposed.
Bill to ban conversion practices passes second hurdle
The proposed law to ban conversion practices has passed its second reading in Parliament on Tuesday.
All of New Zealand is moving to Red at midnight tonight
The Omicron variant is beginning to spread in the community.
Court dismisses case about lowering the voting age to 16 in NZ
Teenagers under the age of 18 can join the army, work, drive, pay taxes and leave home - so why can’t they vote?
That’s a question being…
‘Bullshit and hot air’: Why climate campaigners are angry about Emissions Reduction plan
The Government is asking for more feedback on its Emissions Reduction plan & Greenpeace isn’t happy.
Systemic change needed at Oranga Tamariki to empower whānau and communities
The Government says power and resources should shift from Oranga Tamariki to communities.
NZ plans to phase in open borders from 2022 after vaccine has been rolled out
Quarantine-free travel could be in New Zealand's future for returnees vaccinated against Covid-19
The simple guide to dealing with online conspiracy
A step-by-step guide on what to do when you encounter a piece of unverified information online.