Consultancy firm to pay USD $650m for role in OxyContin sales push, ex-partner to plead guilty
“We should have appreciated the harm opioids were causing in our society.”
Centrist
Researcher links ‘Blue zone’ extreme age claims to poor records, not health
“They’re only alive on pension day.”
Government to reintroduce pay cuts for partial strikes amid public service disruptions
“Rebalance the rights and consequences of industrial action.”
Government eyes ‘golden visa’ revamp to attract wealthy investors
Only 35 applications approved in the last two years.
Government unveils second plan to tackle family and sexual violence
“Another important milestone”
Pet bonds and no-cause evictions reinstated
Housing Minister Chris Bishop called the changes “sensible” for landlords and tenants.
Deputy Police Commissioner under investigation
Both the Police Minister and IPCA declined to comment.
Goldsmith unveils media reforms, repeals ad restrictions while pausing Big Tech bill
"We must ensure regulatory settings are enabling the best chance of success."
Communities struggle with costly water reforms as councils face tough decisions
“Whatever model we choose will bring significant financial changes for ratepayers.”
Rising electricity prices threaten New Zealand’s economy as global energy demand surges
“We have to fix electricity prices in advance, but the costs are very high.”