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Jessie Gurunathan: men v women v trans - it’s not all black and white

How is Davidson’s remark about cis white men any different to Luxon's on crime?

Jo Raphael: Protection of retail workers is paramount

OPINION: Retail workers don't deserve to go to work fearing for their lives.

The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on the state of the region’s mental health support

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

Opinion: Let's not forget the lives on the line in road cone debate

Opinion: Road workers are at the coalface of public roadworks rage.

Richard Prebble: Improve education for the sake of our children - and our country

National's focus on schooling is driven by what matters, not by the polls.

Carmen Hall: Hospitality’s struggle to find workers an uphill battle

The hospitality sector is struggling to attract staff and employers are suffering.

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: There is no mana in this particular speaker being here, she courts conflict and incites negativity

Opinion: Wāhine toa has a message for Kellie-Jay Keen-Minshull - haere atu.

Jo Raphael: Elderly abuse is despicable, predatory and selfish

Because of love and family ties, the elderly are often silent victims.

Chamber boss: Business break-ins will be an election issue

The public needs a sense of safety to encourage them to keep supporting local businesses.

Kushlan Sugathapala: Youth unemployment - support or sanction?

OPINION: How successful will our efforts be to get young people into work?

Mark Lister: What makes a good financial adviser?

Make sure you understand the true worth of good advice.

The Premium Debate: Tauranga not the only city looking 'unkept'

Premium subscribers have their say.

Matthew Hooton: Political puffery or disinformation? Hipkins' credibility dented in policy bonfire

Maybe those battling false narratives should try looking at some Government claims.

Alwyn Poole: Why I don’t support the teachers’ strike

OPINION: Govt offers well exceed what is deserved if you match it against performance.

Opinion: Support the teachers who support our children

OPINION: Our teachers need more support.

Richard Prebble: There are things much worse than profitable banks

OPINION: We do not need a banking inquiry, just stop subsidising the Aussie banks.

Opinion: Striking isn't selfish, it is for the students

OPINION: When teachers strike, they are putting students first.

Chamber boss: Business leaders are anxious about next year’s local election

Returning to an elected council is a hot topic.