Stories by Katie Scotcher
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National claims Labour's tax policy will remove GST on fruit and vegetables
National is claiming to know details of Labour's soon-to-be-announced tax policy, suggesting the party will campaign on removing GST from fruit and vegetables.
Loafers Lodge probe: 70 more boarding houses without sprinklers found
Officials will start inspecting the buildings next month, with their findings expected to inform regulatory changes.
Government questions cost, value of National's medical school policy
The government is questioning National's ability to fund a new medical school, and says it's unclear if doing so would increase the total number of doctors trained.
Warning of 'alienation and dislocation' if NZ tries to arrest its way out of gang problem
A tough approach such as boot camps is ineffective and risks fuelling gang membership, the prime minister's chief science advisor says in a new report. Audio
Planned congestion charging scheme still not given green light
The government's planned congestion charging scheme has stalled, with the National Party opposed to it and the new transport minister non-committal on next steps.
Free Trade Agreement with EU takes significant step towards ratification
The European Council has given the deal the green light, paving the way for it to be signed - likely during the Prime Minister's visit to Europe next month.
'A scrap and a half' promised as Labour MPs stake futures on winning Māori seats
The battle over the Māori seats is heating up, with two Labour MPs opting for an electorate or nothing approach.
Human Rights Commission rejects Foon's claim he declared conflicts
The Human Rights Commission has rubbished outgoing Race Relations Commissioner Meng Foon's claim he declared his conflict of interest. Audio
Senior National MP apologises for calling education minister a 'good girl'
Michael Woodhouse has apologised for calling Jan Tinetti a "good girl" during her Privileges Committee hearing.
King's Birthday Honours: Jacinda Ardern receives one of the highest accolades
The former prime minister was "incredibly humbled" to be appointed a Dame Grand Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Apprenticeship scheme would be permanent under Labour government
Labour leader Chris Hipkins has used his first major speech to his party to promise to keep an existing apprenticeship scheme in place.
Labour promises not to change superannuation age if re-elected
Deputy Prime Minister Carmel Sepuloni says a re-elected Labour government led by Chris Hipkins would not raise the pension age from 65.
Rolling with the punches: Fraught Hipkins trip buoyed by pastry
Power Play - Prime Minister Chris Hipkins will be travelling back to New Zealand feeling grateful for sausage rolls.
Hipkins, Sunak share a sausage roll at No. 10 Downing Street
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has met with his British counterpart, Rishi Sunak, at Number 10 Downing Street.
New Zealand-UK free trade agreement comes into force at end of May
The PM Chris Hipkins said the Free Trade Agreement with the UK was coming into effect faster than it could have and it is being welcomed by business leaders. Audio
Royalist Britons queue up to view Coronation spectacle
Dozens of royal family mega-fans have set up camp near Buckingham Palace - braving the chilly London nights to catch a glimpse of King Charles on Coronation day.
PM meets King Charles, gifted 'exceptionally good' sausage rolls
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has described his meeting with King Charles at Buckingham Palace overnight as "quite an amazing moment."
Green Party members call urgent meeting to delay list rankings
An email sent to party members, seen by RNZ, proposes voting is delayed until the inquiry into Green MP Elizabeth Kerekere's conduct is complete and the findings are released.
Labour seeks cross-party support for congestion charging scheme
The government wants to get cross-party support for its planned congestion charging scheme before introducing a law to enable it.
NATO plans for Chris Hipkins up in the air due to October's election
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has been invited to attend this year's NATO Leaders' Summit, as the military alliance looks to increase its engagement in the Pacific region.
Royal Commission into Abuse in Care inquiry deadline extended again
The inquiry will have until the end of March next year to complete its investigation.
Hipkins yet to decide whether he will attend NATO meeting
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has been invited to attend this year's NATO Leaders' Summit, as the military alliance looks to increase its engagement in the Pacific region.
Closer ties for New Zealand with NATO 'a logical fit'
As Nanaia Mahuta heads to Europe to represent New Zealand at a key NATO meeting, experts say our relationship to the alliance is only getting stronger.
GCSB helped prevent three potential domestic terror attacks - Director-General
The head of one of New Zealand's spy agencies has revealed it helped prevent three recent possible domestic terror attacks