Reserve Bank governor appointment looms - who are the candidates?
Published: September 24, 2025 01:54
The government will announce a new Reserve Bank governor this afternoon.
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Anna Breman announced as new Reserve Bank governor
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573971/anna-breman-announced-as-new-reserve-bank-governor
Published: September 24, 2025 01:54
"I will travel the country, meet regular households and students to hear what they are saying," the Swedish central banker says after being picked from 300 candidates.
Christopher Luxon shrugs off criticism after being ranked 15th best minister by businesses
Published: September 24, 2025 01:01
Company bosses have named the prime minister the 15th best minister in his own Cabinet, and Nicola Willis 13th.
'Obsolete systems' part of $35m reboot to fill in for sunk navy ship
Published: September 23, 2025 23:43
The HMNZS Otago has been parked up at Devonport Naval base since 2022 when the navy ran too short of personnel to run it.
'When the MÄori economy succeeds, the economy succeeds': Nicola Willis
Published: September 23, 2025 23:10
The finance minister says the government needs to do a better job making sure young MÄori have good skills to find work.
PM Christopher Luxon ranked 15th in Cabinet, latest Mood of the Boardroom survey reveals
Published: September 23, 2025 22:18
"People are feeling it," the finance minister, ranked 13th herself, says after a major survey of business leaders.
Winston Peters keeping opinion on Donald Trump speech to himself
Published: September 23, 2025 20:52
Trump has accused a growing number of UN member states of rewarding Hamas by recognising a Palestinian state.
Advocacy group says it repeatedly warned governments of fire risk caused by foam furntiure before death of teen
Published: September 23, 2025 19:53
Lizzy Marvin, 16, died from inhaling toxic fumes from a foam filled sofa bed when it caught fire in her Burnham home last year.
Minister marked absent, speech not turned in to teachers at conference
Published: September 23, 2025 19:52
Amid teachers strikes and calls for more resources and pay, the minister of education suddenly cancelled long-held plans to speak.
Employers backs plan to replace Holidays Act, unions push back
Published: September 23, 2025 19:04
Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden announced the plan to make annual leave and sick leave pro-rated.
A race to change laws sees a sprint to the courts
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/573905/a-race-to-change-laws-sees-a-sprint-to-the-courts
Published: September 23, 2025 17:47
A spate of legal cases have put the government up against industries and unions who say fast-tracked laws have been undemocratic.
Inside the hush-hush visit that brought Trump's FBI boss Kash Patel to NZ
Published: September 23, 2025 04:13
FBI director Kash Patel made a secretive trip to the country in July, but why was he here? And how much did it cost New Zealand taxpayers?
Part-time workers to get less sick leave as law changed
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573874/part-time-workers-to-get-less-sick-leave-as-law-changed
Published: September 23, 2025 03:36
The Workplace Relations Minister says sweeping changes to the Holidays Act make the system fairer.
New pathways announced to make getting New Zealand residence easier for skilled migrants
Published: September 23, 2025 03:18
Two new pathways for skilled migrants will kick in from the middle of next year, ministers have announced. NZ First isn't happy.
Watch: Christopher Luxon faces questions as construction starts on major expressway
Published: September 23, 2025 02:53
Politicians have celebrated the start of construction on a major expressway that will bypass Levin.
Government to announce new Reserve Bank governor
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/573856/government-to-announce-new-reserve-bank-governor
Published: September 23, 2025 00:49
Bloomberg reports the RBNZ is set to appoint a woman to the role for the first time.
Winston Peters refuses to be drawn on whether NZ will recognise Palestinian state
Published: September 23, 2025 00:28
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has refused to be drawn over whether New Zealand will join nations taking steps to formally recognised a Palestinian state. New Zealand is among a dwindling...
'Overstayers not a problem': Advocates slam proposed deportation laws
Published: September 22, 2025 21:48
They say the tougher deportation laws put Pacific people at risk and are hypocritical.
Will NZ's net zero 2050 climate targets include shipping and aviation emissions?
Published: September 22, 2025 21:34
The climate change minister is considering whether emissions from international aviation and shipping should be included in the 2050 climate targets.
Classroom building work now 'far more affordable' - David Seymour
Published: September 22, 2025 21:16
The Deputy Prime Minister says the government is restarting activity in a way that will be "better value for taxpayers' money".
New pathways announced to make getting New Zealand residence easier for skilled migrants
Published: September 22, 2025 21:04
Two new pathways for skilled migrants will kick in from the middle of next year, ministers have announced. NZ First isn't happy.
Thousands of senior hospital doctors on 48-hour strike
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/573800/thousands-of-senior-hospital-doctors-on-48-hour-strike
Published: September 22, 2025 20:04
The Health Minister has criticised striking doctors but a cancer patient who previously had surgery delayed says they have her "full support".
Bay of Islands Russell could be added to UNESCO's World Heritage List
Published: September 22, 2025 20:04
The Taj Mahal, Machu Picchu, The Pyramids of Gizaā¦ and Russell?
New Zealand waits as more nations recognise Palestine
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573808/new-zealand-waits-as-more-nations-recognise-palestine
Published: September 22, 2025 18:50
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters will the government's position in his speech at the United Nations later this week, after taking further soundings.
How NZ economy is tracking after gloomy GDP figures
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/573802/how-nz-economy-is-tracking-after-gloomy-gdp-figures
Published: September 22, 2025 18:42
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has been under pressure, but how have things changed since the election?
Labour, Police Minister condemn firearms vetting changes made by former Deputy Commissioner
Published: September 22, 2025 17:21
Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming ordered the changes, after he was contacted by a concerned acquaintance.
Granny flat legislation: Select committee calls for minor amendments
Published: September 22, 2025 06:37
A select committee report has called for minor changes to the government's legislation allowing small homes, like granny flats, to be built without a consent.
Green Party chief of staff Eliza Prestidge-Oldfield resigns
Published: September 22, 2025 05:02
The Greens' chief of staff has resigned "to focus on her health, well-being and her whÄnau".
Watch: Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford announce $413m investment in school property upgrades
Published: September 22, 2025 03:40
Erica Stanford said the new money would enable construction projects at schools to get under way sooner - by the Summer holidays.
Space fast becoming a 'war-fighting domain', military allies in Europe say
Published: September 22, 2025 00:57
NATO Space Defense and Security Summit hears talks about space as a war-fighting domain are accelerating fast.
'Not a race': Christopher Luxon tight lipped on recognising Palestinian state
Published: September 21, 2025 20:56
Australia, the UK and Canada have all now recognised a Palestinian state, with Winston Peters expected to announce New Zealand's position in New York soon.
NZ not recognising Palestine 'difficult to justify' - Middle East expert
Published: September 21, 2025 19:50
It will be difficult for the government to justify not recognising a Palestinian state at the UN this week, an expert on the Middle East says.
New funding for EDs, but where does the money come from?
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/573716/new-funding-for-eds-but-where-does-the-money-come-from
Published: September 21, 2025 19:35
An emergency doctor iss concerned the $20 million funding injection could mean cuts to other areas of Health New Zealand.
Health Minister Simeon Brown announces $100 million for hospital upgrades
Published: September 21, 2025 05:06
The investment includes 21 projects aimed at improving clinical spaces, as well as infrastructure improvements at hospitals.
Government passes adoption bill under urgency
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573647/government-passes-adoption-bill-under-urgency
Published: September 20, 2025 18:28
Parliament changed New Zealand's adoption laws this week. The bill was revealed at the last minute, and thanks to urgency and unanimous support completed within a day.
Warning NZ is unprepared for doubling of Alzheimers patients
Published: September 20, 2025 10:54
About 83,000 people live with dementia and that is estimated to double in the next 25 years.
Floods, closures and job losses rock Nelson's economy
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/573629/floods-closures-and-job-losses-rock-nelson-s-economy
Published: September 20, 2025 05:09
Mayor Nick Smith said the region was almost "punch drunk on bad news", after the worst four months he could recall.
Thousands protest against pay equity changes
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/573619/thousands-protest-against-pay-equity-changes
Published: September 20, 2025 02:00
Thousands have gathered at rallies around the country to protest changes to pay equity laws.
Banter, beers and backstabbing at the Beehive
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/thedetail/573599/banter-beers-and-backstabbing-at-the-beehive
Published: September 19, 2025 18:05
Parliament isn't all fiery debate and smart comebacks, in fact, MPs of all political colours get along. But only some are willing to admit it.
MPs celebrate MÄori Language Week by arguing ā¦ in te reo
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573581/mps-celebrate-maori-language-week-by-arguing-in-te-reo
Published: September 19, 2025 04:32
Parliament's Nga Ratonga Ao MÄori translation team had their work cut out for them this week as the use of te reo MÄori in the House surged in tribute to MÄori Language Week.
Chris Hipkins stops short of calling for Nicola Willis' resignation
Published: September 19, 2025 02:04
"The whole government needs to resign," the opposition leader says.
National Iwi Chairs Forum and Council of Trade Unions announce day of solidarity
Published: September 19, 2025 01:37
The day, RÄ Whakamana, is aimed to "reaffirm the tino rangatiratanga of Tangata Whenua and protect the rights and wellbeing of all workers".
Health NZ ups the ante on stoush with senior doctors
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/573564/health-nz-ups-the-ante-on-stoush-with-senior-doctors
Published: September 19, 2025 01:17
Health NZ will have to prove the senior doctors' union has "breached good faith" in order for the ERA to overrule the bargaining process.
Air New Zealand reveals new maintenance base in Auckland
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573534/air-new-zealand-reveals-new-maintenance-base-in-auckland
Published: September 18, 2025 23:40
The state-of-the-art facility is being touted as one of the national carrier's most significant investments in its infrastructure.
Nicola Willis rejects accusations she is doing nothing for a 'tanking' economy
Published: September 18, 2025 22:55
"I don't think there's a single New Zealander that could do a better job than Nicola Willis," the PM says.
Senior doctors shrug off Health NZ's bid to force settlement
Published: September 18, 2025 22:51
The union says a forced settlement will only make doctors "more angry" ahead of the planned 48-hour strike.
Contractors announced for Dunedin Hospital's new inpatient building
Published: September 18, 2025 22:51
The much-delayed and costly rebuild has been debated since John Key was Prime Minister.
Green MP Benjamin Doyle farewells 'hostile and toxic' Parliament
Published: September 18, 2025 20:39
Outgoing Green MP Benjamin Doyle delivered their valedictory speech to a Debating Chamber today.
'It's people's lives': Concerns adoption fix is flawed
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573496/it-s-people-s-lives-concerns-adoption-fix-is-flawed
Published: September 18, 2025 17:22
Temporary legislation was introduced under urgency on Tuesday, following concerns that an unchecked pathway was leading to children being abused and enslaved.
'A distraction': Stuart Nash dumped from US trade trip after crude comments
Published: September 18, 2025 09:10
Nash had been set to join Immigration Minister Erica Stanford and other delegates on a trip to promote the government's new "golden visa".
Former finance minister Sir Roger Douglas calls for Finance Minister Nicola Willis to resign
Published: September 18, 2025 07:05
Former Finance Minister Sir Roger Douglas and Auckland University's Robert MacCulloch say Willis is 'sending New Zealand bankrupt'.
Health Minister Simeon Brown blames doctors' union for failed pay talks
Published: September 18, 2025 05:26
A 48-hour strike by 5500 senior hospital doctors will go ahead next week after their union spurned Health NZ's latest pay offer.
Nicola Willis points to global turmoil as economy shrinks sharply
Published: September 18, 2025 03:27
"The economy had been growing strongly ... but suddenly had the stuffing knocked out of it," the Finance Minister says.
Public Service Commission to stop tracking if public servants working from home
Published: September 18, 2025 03:24
The latest data shows public servants, on average, work from home 0.85 days per week, down slightly from a previous survey.
Golriz Ghahraman privacy probe continues
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573456/golriz-ghahraman-privacy-probe-continues
Published: September 18, 2025 03:23
The privacy commissioner has spent eight months looking into a matter involving the former Green MP, and is not finished yet.
RNZ-Reid Research poll: 75% of voters support a rates cap
Published: September 18, 2025 02:11
An overwhelming majority back the government capping council hikes, the latest RNZ-Reid Research poll has found.
KÄinga Ora to sell its most valuable state house
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/573426/kainga-ora-to-sell-its-most-valuable-state-house
Published: September 18, 2025 00:01
The century-old house on the edge of Ponsonby and Herne Bay needs constant repairs, the agency says.
RNZ-Reid Research poll: Where the public stands on capital gains tax
Published: September 17, 2025 19:04
The latest RNZ-Reid Research poll shows voters are much less firm in their positions than politicians seem to be.