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Immigration lifted the headcount while tens of thousands of citizens headed out.
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Albanese jokes Australia could ‘take over’ New Zealand
“We could take over New Zealand. It’s still in our Constitution.”
Dunedin councillor removed after refusing order over mayoral post
Deleting one adjective was not enough to keep Ong in the chamber.
National runs down clock on promised Waitangi Tribunal reforms
Eight months late, the promised legislation remains nowhere to be seen.
National’s South Island pitch is a $145m test of whether it can return to policy
Luxon is trying to move the campaign from coups back to concrete.
Fast-track homes approved before the pipes as mayors warn ratepayers will pay
The houses have approval. The pipes may not arrive until 2033.
Dairy sector tells next government to provide certainty and let farmers produce
Farmers want stable rules before making their next round of investments.
Second petroleum permit in eight years signals New Zealand’s gas reversal
Only the second permit in eight years, and a clear change of direction.
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