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PM’s Fiji visit diary: Wife Amanda shows diplomatic chops; rugby revenge fails

Luxon had a score to settle with Fiji after what happened to his beloved Crusaders.

Thomas Coughlan: Understanding Australia’s deportation policy

OPINION: Why Australia and NZ don't understand each other on the issue of deportations.

MP fights for longer hospital stays after traumatic birth

Her member's bill would extend publicly funded stays from two days to three.

PM finds friends in the Pacific but true challenge looms

This week's trip to the Pacific went smoothly but potholes appear on the road ahead.

Te Pāti Māori ask police to investigate marae data misuse claims

A host of government departments are now probing the allegations.

Kahukura: Funding stops for Mongrel Mob-led drug rehabilitation programme

Police Minister says gang-led rehab programmes will not get funding under the new Govt.

'Not come as a surprise': National MP referred to police over donations returns

The New Plymouth MP was the chairman of Parliament's environment committee.

Explained: What’s the deal with sick leave changes?

And why do part-time workers have the same number of days off, anyway?

Luxon 'regrets' Australia's tougher stance on deporting 501s

Australia has hardened its policy just two years after easing it at NZ's request.

Luxon not ruling out public inquiry into Te Pāti Māori allegations

The Prime Minister says the current investigation must first run its course.

Kiwis able to access free Covid-19 RATs until end of September

Today’s announcement extends availability of the free Covid-19 tests.

Cameron Brewer reacts to Andy Foster's speech

NZ First MP Andy Foster speaks during Urgency over the weekend while National MP Cameron Brewer sits behind him. Video / Parliament TV

Rātana in line for major upgrade as Shane Jones splashes the regional cash

The Ratana Pā and housing could be in line for upgrade

Govt invests $30m to improve access to X-rays, CT scans and ultrasounds

The Government is putting $30m towards free and timely access to radiology services.

Focus Live: MP Shane Reti gives health announcement

Focus Live: MP Shane Reti gives health announcement

PM's Niue visit diary: Island paradise, manu challenges and greenkeeping dogs

See how the PM fared on the first leg of his Pacific trip.

Barry Soper: The way this Govt has governed is not right enough for Seymour

OPINION: Act reckons Nicola Willis could have gone further on the Budget.

Nicola Willis wants tourists to pay more to keep national parks pristine

Charging international visitors more when they come to NZ is currently being consulted on.