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‘Nothing short of a scandal’: Call for Wellington Water chairman to resign
Another scathing report about the company reveals ratepayers have been ripped off.

Analysis: Should Martinborough wineries pay for a shared path after fatality?
A fatal crash between a car and four-seater bike has prompted a discussion about safety.

‘New international order’: US-Ukraine minerals deal explained
The deal includes a 'Reconstruction Investment Fund' for joint resource exploration.

Analysis: What Trump’s $500b demand means for Ukraine’s future
ANALYSIS: The proposed contract gives the US control over Ukraine’s resources.

‘The boss of everyone and everything’: Trump seeks to influence many spheres
New York Times: Trump is increasingly trying to enforce his will on all areas.

Analysis: Golden Mile design revealed but Tory Whanau’s legacy on fragile ground
A contract has still not been signed for work to transform Courtenay Place.

Kate MacNamara: New Zealand doesn’t need to tell a growth story, it needs to be a growth story
ANALYSIS: What's waffle and what's not in the Government's new focus on growth.

Opinion: Did Trump’s tariff threat lead to real concessions?
Trump paused tariffs for 30 days after claiming they were non-negotiable.

Analysis: Will Cook Strait ferries be privatised? Not on Winston Peters' watch
Officials have investigated whether KiwiRail is best placed to provide a ferry service.

Inside National's caucus retreat as MPs accept reshuffle fate
The party's MPs gathered in Hamilton.

Analysis: Fighting has halted in Gaza, but the war is not over
New York Times: Why Israel's Gaza truce faces a perilous road ahead.

All Blacks analysis: Charting their 2024 final-quarter woes
The All Blacks have been outscored 36-0 in the final quarter in the last four tests.

Analysis: Dripping taps and seizing Greenland - Trump is back and chaos ensues
New York Times: Press conference a reminder of what the next four years may have in store.

Analysis: What’s behind Meta’s Maga makeover?
New York Times: Zuckerberg is positioning his company for a second Trump term.

Du Val downfall: From champagne, private jets to receivership and $250m debt
It was a lifestyle of flashy opulence - until the money ran out.

Why the Takanini name correction matters
OPINION: Consultation supports correction to Takaanini — but costs and usage spark debate.

Why Beyonce‘s latest NFL performance is a nod to her Texas roots
The megastar doubled down on her country aesthetic.

Analysis: Should you trust an AI-assisted doctor? I visited one to see
OPINION: While the doctor examines me, something remarkable happens.

Analysis: Treasury gave Labour an open goal, somehow they missed it
Labour somehow seems to think the solution to our woes is more spending.

Analysis: Treasury’s forecasts a grim warning to MPs and New Zealanders
The Government will need to convince New Zealanders to cut their cloth.

Analysis: How Winston Peters regained control of Cook Strait ferries
Peters is back at the helm and going back to the drawing board.