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NZ's new government is getting tough on gangs – but all the necessary laws already exist

The new coalition government has made its campaign promise to crack down on gangs a priority in its 100-day action plan. But whether the new “get tough” policy genuinely plugs gaps in existing legislation is very much open to question.

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'A real solid': NZ PM applauds Aust deportees move

Chris Luxon is set to represent New Zealand overseas for the first time, with the prime minister to visit Australia counterpart Anthony Albanese in Sydney.

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Planting pine or native forest for carbon capture isn’t the only choice – NZ can have the best of both

New Zealand’s per-capita contribution to carbon emissions is very high by international comparison. But so too is its potential to mitigate climate change by planting forests to quickly sequester large amounts of carbon.

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Kelvin Davis quits NZ politics, eyeing Aust role

New Zealand's former deputy Labour leader Kelvin Davis may make a shift to Australia after quitting Kiwi politics.

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NZ government cans new Cook Strait ferries

KiwiRail will need a new plan to replace their aging Cook Strait ferries after the New Zealand government shelved their replacements due to cost blowouts.

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NZ government's first law to reform Reserve Bank

The Reserve Bank has been ordered to focus on fighting inflation - and not maximising employment - by the New Zealand coalition government.

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Standardised testing could be compulsory in NZ primary schools – what can we learn from the past?

New Zealand primary and intermediate schools could soon be required to test children’s reading, writing and maths at least twice a year, using a standard template to report results to parents.

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Albanese, NZ and Canadian PMs call for Gaza ceasefire

Anthony Albanese, NZ PM Christopher Luxon and Canadian PM Justin Trudeau have jointly issued a strong statement calling for a ‘sustainable ceasefire’ in Gaza, and WA Premier Roger Cook says ‘green’ groups are working to divide Indigenous communities and use them to take big resources projects to court.

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NZ’s ‘most unwanted species’ invading Hauraki Gulf

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown is warning boaties to check their gear over the summer to avoid exacerbating the spread of exotic seaweed that poses a serious threat to the Hauraki Gulf ecosystem. The recent detection of two species of invasive seaweed caulerpa, described by the Ministry of Primary Industries as…

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Crawford stars as JackJumpers crush Breakers in NBL

The Tasmania JackJumpers have dominated the rebound battle on the way to a 17-point victory over the NZ Breakers in Auckland.

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Harnessing the oceans to ‘bury’ carbon has huge potential – and risk – so NZ needs to move with caution

Climate change might not be high on its immediate agenda, but New Zealand’s new government does have one potentially significant and innovative policy.

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NZ Labour labels Israel's attack on Gaza as genocide

New Zealand's parliament has debated and approved a motion from Foreign Minister Winston Peters calling for steps towards a ceasefire in Gaza.

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NZ government puts police commissioner on notice

The New Zealand government has issued a rarely-seen letter of expectations to Police Commissioner Andrew Coster, saying Kiwis deserve to feel safe.

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New Zealand named COP28's 'Fossil of The Day'

A pledge to reopen New Zealand's waters to oil and gas exploration has won the country the "Fossil of The Day" award at the COP28 climate talks.

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NZ cities drop down The Economist ‘cozzie livs’ rankings

If cost of living increases are hurting Auckland and Wellington, they can take some perverse consolation that other global cities are feeling the pain worse. Food prices continue to soar in NZ cities, but other cost rises like utilities, personal care and clothing are slowing, Jonathan Milne reports.

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Hawkish RBNZ warns Kiwis off cash rate cuts until 2025

New Zealand's central bank has held rates - in line with market expectation - at 5.5 per cent for the fourth consecutive meeting.

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New Zealand PM Luxon unmoved over Smokefree backlash

Health groups across New Zealand are calling on the government to back down on its plans to abandon world-leading Smokefree legislation.

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NZ stars given green light to put WBBL ahead of country

Brisbane Heat star Amelia Kerr says she will be available for Saturday's WBBL grand final if her side can overcome Perth Scorchers on enemy territory.

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All eyes on cash rate track as NZ reserve bank meets

The market expectation is for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to leave the official cash rate unchanged at its final meeting of 2023.

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‘Cruise to nowhere’: passengers on NZ P&O cruise plagued by bad weather and biosecurity issues

‘Outcry’ about New Zealand holiday plans being scuttled by rough seas and invasive species prompts P&O to offer onboard credits and refunds

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An Aussie Couple Has Missed Their Own Wedding In NZ After Their Cruise Ship Got Turned Around

A couple from Sydney missed their wedding in Hobbiton after their cruise ship was denied entry by New Zealand's border authorities.

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Is assisted dying available equally to all in NZ? Questions next year’s review of the law must answer

Just over two years ago, terminally ill New Zealanders were given the right to request a medically assisted death with the End of Life Choice Act. But having assisted dying legally available doesn’t mean everyone has the access.

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New Zealand deputy PM down to Seymour or Peters

ACT leader David Seymour or NZ First's Winston Peters will become New Zealand's deputy prime minister after National deputy Nicola Willis ruled herself out.

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Health and education are closely linked – NZ needs to integrate them more in primary schools

Given the health and education challenges many New Zealand children face, it is surprising (and even depressing) how little crossover and collaboration there is between these two vital sectors.

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The rule of law is fundamental to a free society – so why don’t NZ courts always uphold it?

Ever since the 17th century, the rule of law has been regarded as one of the fundamental values of a free society. It means you cannot be forced to do something unless there is a law requiring you to do it.

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