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Can I draw a dick and balls on my voting papers and other questions you may have...
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Accelerating Health Care Cuts for Poor and Lower Income Set to Create Public Health Crisis
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Naked Capitalism by Yves Smith · Wednesday
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Same inflation, different choices: Australia protected jobs while Luxon’s Government cut them
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Democrats likely to gain control of Congress in US midterm elections as Senate lead expands
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Read the fucking room, Chris!
Four days until the election, and with overhangs a hot topic, The Post asked parties how they would fix them. Labour's solution? Do nothing - but introduce a four-year term! But a spokesperson for the party said it was not proposing any changes to the overhang or to the 5% threshold. On four-year terms, the party was more open to a change. “A four-year term would let governments slow down and get things right rather than rushing to have something to show at the next election. A change this significant would
No Right Turn by Idiot/Savant · Tuesday
Australia’s defence investment must build the industry to sustain a fight
Australia is investing billions in defence capabilities, infrastructure and preparedness as the strategic environment in the Indo-Pacific becomes more uncertain. But too little attention is being paid to whether that investment is creating the scalable ...
The Strategist by John Coyne · Tuesday
The midterms will change US politics. But NZ will keep feeling the Trump effect
Donald Trump’s presidency has seen unprecedented executive power, meaning Democratic gains could have limited impact on oil prices and tariffs.
The Conversation by Timothy Fadgen, Senior Lecturer, Politics and International Relations, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau · Tuesday
3 November 2026
Today’s Union News includes an outrageous story on hospital workers having to wait five months before an agreed pay rise kicks in. Sandra Grey, President, is also interviewed by Waatea News. Union coverage Employment The post 3 November 2026 appeared first on NZCTU.
NZCTU by Aaron · Tuesday
Getting better at street parties
“Let’s make every day in our city feel like a good party,” wrote Connor two and a bit years ago, after an excellent midwinter Matariki celebration on Karangahape Road. A big part of what made that event party involved closing a stretch of the street for a few hours, so people of all ages could fill the space and really relax.… The post Getting better at street parties appeared first on Greater Auckland.
Greater Auckland by Greater Auckland · Tuesday
Off-grid data centers have 60-80% higher emissions
This is a re-post from The Climate Brink This week I listened to a fascinating Catalyst episode with Olya Irzak of Frost Methane, which featured the eye-opening estimate that 50 GW of new behind-the-meter gas could result in 380 million tonnes of CO2-equivalent over 18 months once methane leaks are taken into account. This is a real problem. In their rush to power data centers are building the least efficient fossil gas generation, often with high equipment gas leakage, many of which are located in gas prod
Skeptical Science · Tuesday
Picks n’ Mixes & In the Papers for Tuesday, November 3
4,300 teenagers set to lose benefits; Rise in young leaving NZ to cost $76b in lost GDP, Greens say; Turnout so far 200k ahead of 2023;
The Kaka · Tuesday
Australia’s small business strategy must make employing and growing easier
Australia cannot build the economic resilience, domestic capabilities and secure supply chains needed in an increasingly uncertain strategic environment without a strong and growing small-business sector. Yet our national approach to small business risks overlooking ...
The Strategist by Anna Alexander · Tuesday
Coffee Break: 2026 Elections: A Dem Betrayal, Trump Bargaining, and GOP Cheating?
The weekend before the US midterm elections featured a big AIPAC-inspired Democratic betrayal in Michigan, plus Trump talk about protecting Elon Musk and his staff from vengeful Dems and some hand-wringing do-gooder coverage of potential election interference from the administration.
Naked Capitalism by Nat Wilson Turner · Tuesday
Trust in democracy is in decline in NZ. Could citizens’ assemblies help restore it?
Citizens’ assemblies are emerging as a response to sinking trust in government. They bring ordinary people into policy decisions earlier, and on more equal terms.
The Conversation by Cathrine Dyer, Lecturer in Climate Change, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington · Tuesday
The Boom Before the Bust: From the Roaring Twenties to the Great Depression
Was an investment boom in the face of saturated markets the ultimate cause of the Great Depression?
Naked Capitalism by Yves Smith · Tuesday
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Naked Capitalism by Conor Gallagher · Tuesday
Poland’s Rule of Law Crisis Echoes Increasingly Undemocratic EU: Is Standoff in Preparation for Something Bigger?
Former President of the European Council tries to take Polish courts by force.
Naked Capitalism by Conor Gallagher · Tuesday
Junk Bond Market Starts to Crack, in Further Sign AI End Game is Nearing
Some fresh takes on increasing indigestion in the junk bond market, which is set to cut AI access to affordable, or even any, new borrowing
Naked Capitalism by Yves Smith · Monday
The Amazonian Community That Beat Big Oil Is Sharing Its Secrets
Indigenous leaders challenging Brazilian oil projects traveled to Ecuador to learn how the Sarayaku people fought back and helped reshape laws around the globe.
Naked Capitalism by Conor Gallagher · Monday
View from The Hill: Jim Chalmers has a lot of weight on his shoulders in the run-up to Christmas
If the Reserve Bank raises rates again today, Chalmers will face a barrage of questions about getting his fiscal policy in better shape.
The Conversation by Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra · Monday
Could Trump interfere in the US midterms – and what checks and balances could stop him?
Presidential power has limits. But these midterms could test safeguards on the integrity of US elections like never before.
The Conversation by Jean-Nicolas Bordeleau, Research Fellow, Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies, Flinders University · Monday
One Nation heavyweights give Matt Canavan clear run to lower house
Neither Pauline Hanson nor James Ashby said they had plans to contest the seat of Capricornia.
The Conversation by Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra · Monday

Te Pāti Māori launches Mana Takatāpui Policy
Te Pāti Māori has today launched its Mana Takatāpui Policy, committing $200 million over three years and establishing an independent, Takatāpui governed Commission with real authority over Takatāpui specific funding. Te Pāti Māori Co Leader Rawiri Waititi says the policy is built on a simple principle: Nothing about Takatāpui without Takatāpui. “For too long, decisions have been made about Takatāpui without Takatāpui. Our policy changes who holds the power,” Waititi said.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 23 September 2026
We Want Cheaper Power And We Want Our People To Own It.
Te Pāti Māori has today announced its Energy Sovereignty policy, a plan to cut power costs, build Aotearoa’s energy future and shift ownership into the hands of whānau, hapū, iwi and communities. “Every party is talking about generating more electricity. We’re asking the question they keep avoiding: who will own it?” said Te Pāti Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi “If we replace fossil fuels with renewables but leave ownership and profits concentrated in the same hands, we haven’t transformed the system. We’ve just c
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 16 September 2026
GOVERNMENT'S LAST ACT IS ANOTHER ATTACK ON TE TIRITI
In its final days, this Government is trying to strip Te Tiriti from our laws. Three Treaty-related Bills before Parliament would weaken Te Tiriti protections and reduce Crown accountability. Te Pāti Māori opposes every one of them. Instead, Te Pāti Māori are calling for Te Tiriti to be protected through enforceable Crown obligations that no Government can simply discard.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 September 2026
TE PĀTI MĀORI LAUNCHES TE TIRITI ENTRENCHMENT POLICY
Te Pāti Māori has today launched its Te Tiriti Entrenchment Policy, a major constitutional reform package that will make Crown obligations arising from Te Tiriti legally enforceable and resource the next stage of Māori-led constitutional transformation. “Te Tiriti is the constitutional foundation of Aotearoa. Its mana does not rise and fall depending on who forms the Government,” Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi said. “Our policy is about certainty, accountability and making sure the Crown keeps its p
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 1 September 2026
MP for Hauraki-Waikato Hana-Rawhiti Calls on Govt to Honour its Commitments to Waikato and Waipaa Awa
Hauraki-Waikato MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke says the Government’s decision to delay key provisions of Plan Change 1, which sets rules to protect and restore the health of the Waikato and Waipaa awa, puts 3-yearly electoral interests ahead of its obligations to iwi and the environment. “This is bigger than a plan or a process. It is about whether the Crown will keep its word to Waikato-Tainui and honour the commitments it made – and written into legislation” says Maipi-Clarke. “The power of Te Ture Whaimana
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 24 August 2026
Luxon chose culture wars while basic services failed
Christopher Luxon has spent too much of his term legislating culture wars while the basic services New Zealanders rely on have been allowed to deteriorate, Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says. “The Prime Minister had a finite term to govern. He chose to spend an extraordinary amount of it undoing Māori rights and weakening Crown obligations while the services New Zealanders depend on were deteriorating,” Ngarewa-Packer said. “He found the time to mobilise 13 government agencies to trawl throu
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 18 August 2026
Luxon survives today, but he will not survive November 7
Today’s National Party caucus meeting may have saved Christopher Luxon’s job, but it has not solved National’s deeper problem. This government is consumed by its own survival while whānau are left to carry the cost. For days, New Zealanders have watched a governing party turn inward while families face rising costs, job losses and an economy going backwards. “Luxon may have kept the job, but National has lost the country’s confidence,” said Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader, Rawiri Waititi.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 12 August 2026
Oriini Kaipara MP extends aroha following fatal workplace incident in Ōtāhuhu
Oriini Kaipara, MP for Tāmaki Makaurau, extends her deepest condolences to the whānau, friends and work colleagues of the worker who tragically lost their life at the Auckland Meat Processors facility on Portage Road, Ōtāhuhu. "Our thoughts are first and foremost with the whānau who are now navigating an unimaginable loss. No one should leave for work and not return home to their loved ones." Following notification of the incident, Oriini's office has been actively seeking information to better understand t
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 7 August 2026
Te Pati Maori will make the Waitangi Tribunal recommendations binding
Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi says New Zealand First's call to review the Waitangi Tribunal proves the coalition has learnt nothing from the Tribunal's latest report. "The Waitangi Tribunal has found that the Government's Treaty clause review is a major breach of Te Tiriti. Instead of fixing the breach, Shane Jones wants to investigate the institution that exposed it." Waititi says this is about far more than constitutional law.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 6 August 2026
Government’s patriarchal noise cannot hide cervical-screening failure
While this Government and its allies manufacture patriarchal noise and drag public debate into personal attacks, a serious health-system failure involving nearly one million cervical screening notifications demands urgent answers. Health New Zealand says there is “no indication of harm”, but the Government has produced no evidence that proves nobody missed screening, follow-up care or an earlier diagnosis.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 5 August 2026
Government rips up another promise of partnership with Māori
Te Pāti Māori Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says the Government’s reported decision to scrap existing Mana Whakahono ā Rohe agreements is not planning reform it’s another deliberate step in dismantling the Crown’s relationship with tangata whenua. “This Government isn’t just rewriting planning law. It is rewriting the place of Māori in Aotearoa.” “One law at a time, one institution at a time, one agreement at a time, they are removing the practical ways Te Tiriti is honoured.”
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 21 July 2026
MFAT Must Act Urgently to Free Everlee Wihongi After Another Delayed Hearing
Everlee Wihongi was set to appear in court today to be freed from ICE detention. Unfortunately, approximately 80 minutes before it was scheduled to begin, the Immigration Court decided to postpone the hearing until June 30, 2026. ICE has no reason to continue to detain Everlee after the conviction that formed the basis of the immigration case was successfully overturned. Everlee has now been detained for over two months, and this is just the latest in a long line of unnecessary delays. “Our aroha goes out t
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 18 June 2026
Te Pāti Māori Announces Lisa Marie Murch as Te Tai Tonga Candidate for 2026
Te Pāti Māori is proud to announce Lisa Marie Murch as its candidate for Te Tai Tonga in the 2026 General Election. Born and raised in Murihiku, Lisa brings lived experience, education, service, and a deep commitment to whānau Māori across Te Waipounamu. A young Māori mother at sixteen, Lisa knows firsthand the realities many whānau face. Her journey from cleaning and baking, to becoming a head baker, bilingual primary teacher, kaupapa Māori educator, and specialist across Murihiku and Ōtepoti schools, is g
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 June 2026
Government Hid Its Own Evidence on LNG
Te Pāti Māori is calling on the Government to release all remaining redacted advice on the proposed Taranaki LNG import terminal and halt the contract process until full public disclosure has occurred. This week RNZ revealed that officials redacted modelling commissioned by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment showing low need for LNG imports. In some scenarios, no need at all. That information was only made public after RNZ lodged a complaint with the Ombudsman. Parts of the document remain
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 11 June 2026
Seymour Admits He Never Checked Impact on Māori with Diabetes
David Seymour Associate Minister of Health confirmed in answers to Written Parliamentary Questions that he supported removing Māori and Pacific priority access to Type 2 diabetes medicines, without any equity analysis, without modelling of Māori complications, and holds no data on how many Māori currently rely on the pathway they're removing. Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer said the admissions were negligible. "They don't know who they're harming. They don't know how many Māori with diabetes r
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 10 June 2026
If The Government Really Wants To Lower Power Bills, This Is The Way
Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says the government’s LNG announcement today exposes a fundamental failure of energy policy leadership. “Simeon Brown says he has an answer to our energy security problem. A billion-dollar contract to import liquefied natural gas. From the Middle East. With no plan to pay for it. That’s not energy security, that’s energy dependency,” says Ngarewa-Packer. “Initially the government planned a levy on power bills to fund this facility. Now they want the same gentail
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 9 June 2026
Govt will Erase Iwi Representation Across Aotearoa
Today the government announced that they will be removing the voting rights of iwi representatives from all councils across the country. They will be amending the Local Government (System Improvements) Bill after it has already gone through select committee, meaning that there will be no public submission process. “This is another gut punch, and our people are fed up” said Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader, Rawiri Waititi. “Every time we think this government couldn’t possibly harm te iwi Māori any more, they always
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 2 June 2026
TPM to Entrench Te Tiriti: Government’s Tiriti Purge is Constitutional Vandalism
Te Pāti Māori is condemning today’s announcement by Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith to strip or weaken Te Tiriti o Waitangi references across 19 pieces of legislation. “This is not policy reform. It is constitutional vandalism.” After failing to redefine Te Tiriti through the Treaty Principles Bill, the Government is now dismantling it clause by clause through legislative review instead. Different vehicle. Same destination.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 May 2026
Te Pāti Māori responds to announcement of new political party
Te Pāti Māori acknowledges Mariameno Kapa-Kingi’s announcement that she intends to contest the 2026 General Election under the newly announced Te Tai Tokerau Party. We wish Mariameno well. Te ao Māori has always carried many voices, many rohe, many whakapapa, and many expressions of mana motuhake. We respect the right of whānau, hapū, iwi, rohe and candidates to determine their own political pathway.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 11 May 2026
MP Govt Floats Nuclear Jones Must Front Up
Te Pāti Māori is demanding answers after Shane Jones casually floated nuclear fission in the House today. Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer said, “Aotearoa is not neutral on nuclear. We are proudly anti-nuclear. That position was fought for, defended, and embedded in who we are as a nation.” “Is this Government marching us away from our nuclear-free legacy? Because Aotearoa deserves to know,” said Debbie Ngarewa-Packer.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 29 April 2026

KiwiRail to fund additional ferries works in Picton
KiwiRail will directly fund up to $37.5 million for Picton rail yard upgrades and adding auto-mooring technology to the new wharf as part of the New Ferries project, Rail Minister Winston Peters announced today. “Selecting KiwiRail as the long-term operator of the Interislander has given the company confidence to invest its own funds in commercial assets, meaning the taxpayer is not paying a cent more than our $1.7 billion allocation but still achieves the benefit as the ultimate owner of KiwiRail,” Mr Pete
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
Resilience work underway for key South Island route
Work to bolster the resilience of a key South Island route vital to New Zealand tourism will soon begin, South Island and Associate Transport Minister James Meager says. “The Government allocated around $40 million in Budget 2026 to fund resilience upgrades to State Highway 94 (SH94) between Te Anau and Milford, as part of a wider $150 million-plus package to strengthen five of the mainland’s most vulnerable state highways,” Mr Meager says. “There will soon be spades in the ground at key sites on SH94 in Fi
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
King’s Counsel appointments 2026
Attorney-General Chris Bishop today announced the appointments of 12 King’s Counsel. The rank of King’s Counsel is primarily awarded to barristers sole who have met the overarching criteria of excellence in their careers. The 12 new King’s Counsel appointed, from over 100 applications, are Matanuku Mahuika, Karen Radich, Janette Campbell, Matthew Harris, Kirsten Gray, Tim Smith, Polly Pope, Kerry Cook, Sam Lowery, Rob Kirkness, Isaac Hikaka, and Annabel Maxwell-Scott. “The appointment of King’s Counsel reco
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
Levy reduction for cruise industry
Cruise ship passengers will pay significantly lower Border Processing Levy rates from 1 July 2027, Customs Minister Casey Costello said today. From 1 July 2027, cruise passengers will see a net reduction of NZ$19.91 per person through the combined arrival and departure levy rate changes. The Border Processing Levy for arriving cruise passengers will lower from NZ$27.14 to NZ$7.20, while the levy for outgoing passengers will increase by three cents per person. “The levy system is working as intended. Where f
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
New construction ACOP to bring health and safety clarity
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden today launched a new Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) that outlines practical steps businesses and workers can take to meet their health and safety responsibilities on residential construction sites. “This ACOP will provide practical, sector-specific information to help clients, principal contractors, contractors, subcontractors and workers prepare for upcoming changes to health and safety law, and support better outcomes across New Zealand's residen
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
West Coast infrastructure upgrades on course
Investment from the Regional Infrastructure Fund is delivering progress on key projects on the West Coast, Associate Regional Development Minister Mark Patterson says. "Improvements to key shipping ports and the upgrade of Hokitika Airport are part of the government’s support for the West Coast’s economic growth and resilience,” Mr Patterson says. Mr Patterson joined local leaders and iwi today at the blessing of Greymouth Port's new port sounding vessel, which will be used to monitor and manage the port’s
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 16 October 2026
Hunua Quarry development fast-tracked
A third substantial Auckland quarry project has gained Fast-track approval to expand operations, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Resources Minister Shane Jones say. This is the 37th project approved through the Fast-track process. Winstone Aggregates lodged its application in March 2026, with approval taking around four months from the appointment of an independent expert panel. The redevelopment of Hunua Quarry will expand existing quarrying activities to allow Winstone Aggregates to deepen the ex
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
SH54 resilience improvements on the way
A crash-prone bridge in Manawatū currently down to one lane is set to be replaced with funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say. The project to replace Haynes Bridge on State Highway 54 will receive funding of $6.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund. Mr Jones says the investment in the new bridge on a key Manawatū-Whanganui route will deliver benefits for communities and businesses throughout the region. "Safe
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
New term, same story; attendance up again
Provisional school attendance data for Term 3 2026 shows despite a tough flu season in person attendance rates were the highest of any Term 3 since 2022, Associate Education Minister David Seymour says. In Term 3 2026, 52.2% of students met the criteria for regular attendance, representing a 1.7 percentage point increase from 50.5% in Term 3 2025. A student attends school ‘regularly’ when they are in class for more than 90 per cent of the term. “This data shows attendance rates continue to rise under this G
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
International tourism nears full recovery
International visitor numbers are now within a whisker of pre-pandemic levels, with four months left to go in the year and the summer season yet to hit, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. Stats NZ data out today shows the total number of overseas visitor arrivals in August 2026 was 99 per cent of the 251,100 in August 2019. “In 2025 I set the ambitious goal to increase the number of international visitors to New Zealand to at least 2019 levels by 2026. “This monthly data shows we are well
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Open ocean opportunities for iwi aquaculture
The Government has set aside areas suitable for aquaculture to ensure Marlborough iwi have the opportunity to contribute to the region’s open ocean aquaculture boom, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “The two Aquaculture Settlement Areas (ASAs) ensure suitable space in the region remains available while the Crown and Te Tau Ihu iwi negotiate a settlement under the Māori Commercial Aquaculture Claims Settlement Act,” Mr Jones says. “With the launch earlier this year of New Zealand’s first open
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Diesel reserve extended to maintain fuel security
The Government has extended an agreement for a 550,000-barrel strategic diesel reserve until August 2027 to maintain New Zealand’s fuel resilience, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones say. “Maintaining our national fuel security, particularly through a period of global uncertainty, remains a top priority for the Government. That’s why we’re pleased to announce this extension to our existing deal with Z Energy for the diesel reserve at Marsden Point,” Nicola Willis says.
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Survivor Support and Recognition Fund to open next year
The Government has approved a third and final round of the Survivor Support and Recognition Fund (SSRF). The fund supports community-led services and initiatives for survivors of abuse and neglect in care This $820,000 contestable fund will be available to non-government organisations and community groups that directly support survivors of abuse in care,” says Lead Coordination Minister Erica Stanford. Applications are expected to open in February 2027. The Department of Internal Affairs' Community Operatio
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Long overdue replacement for critical bridge
Another bridge on South Canterbury’s State Highway 82 will be replaced, through funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say. The Deep Creek Bridge on SH82 will be replaced at a cost of $7.5 million. Elephant Hill Stream Bridge has already been replaced, and Waihao North Bridge is in the process of being replaced Deep Creek Bridge carries about 1850 vehicles each day and supports local journeys, agricultural activity and fre
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
It's all adding up: More maths gains for Kiwi kids
New independent assessment results show primary and intermediate students made the equivalent of four months' additional progress in mathematics between 2024 and 2026, signalling a turnaround in achievement, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. The latest Progressive Achievement Test (PAT) data, released today by the New Zealand Council for Educational Research (NZCER), show statistically significant improvements in mathematics and reading comprehension and vocabulary. “Our number one priority in educati
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Auckland gets another Crisis Recovery Café
People in Auckland in need of mental health or addiction support will have another place to turn for faster access to support, with a new peer-led Crisis Recovery Café officially opening in Mt Eden, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Emergency departments aren’t always the best environment for someone experiencing mental distress. They can be busy, brightly lit and feel far too clinical, when often what someone needs is a calm place to sit down and talk to someone who understands. “That’s why we are
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 13 October 2026
Damning report shows Teaching Council failed to protect children
A damning new independent review has revealed how repeated failures by the Teaching Council allowed a teacher with a known history of offending to remain in the profession before he went on to commit indecent acts against children, Minister of Education Erica Stanford says. The independent regulatory review undertaken by Katherine Anderson KC follows the equally damning 2025 Debbie Francis review, which exposed a deeply concerning culture within the Teaching Council. “First and foremost, my thoughts are wit
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 13 October 2026
New ward boosts capacity at Hawke’s Bay Hospital
Hawke’s Bay patients will benefit from faster access to surgical care with the opening of a new 28-bed ward at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This new ward is a practical solution to meet growing demand, delivering the extra capacity Hawke’s Bay Hospital needs right now and making a real difference for both patients and staff,” Mr Brown says. “It gives surgical patients dedicated space before and after their procedures, along with space for surgical assessment and planning. That m
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
First state school converts to a charter school
Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today announced that Pakaraka School in Northland has become the first state school to convert to a charter school. “Charter schools give educators more freedom to provide students with an education that suits their needs,” Mr Seymour says. “The Pakaraka community has chosen a new path for its school. They want to be able to build on what is already working for its students, and the charter school model enables them to do that. “In 2024 the school partnered wit
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
Government ambitious for every child’s education
Thank you, Prime Minister. Over the past three years, we have been focused on one overriding objective: lifting educational achievement for every young New Zealander. And a huge part of that has been closing the equity gap, ensuring that your means do not determine your destiny by providing a world-leading education for every young person in our schools. Because we are ambitious for every child in this country. A world-leading education system starts with ensuring every child learns to read, write and do ma
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
Additional domestic student places for veterinary science at Massey University
“An increase in the number of funded domestic places in Massey University’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science programme from 125 to 140 per year from 2027 onwards will help address demand for veterinarians in the future,” says Minister for Tertiary Education Penny Simmonds. Minister Simmonds made the announcement during her visit to the university’s Palmerston North campus on Friday, 9 October. “The veterinary workforce plays a key role in our biosecurity, animal welfare, food safety, and export industry. Incr
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
District Court Judges Appointed
Attorney-General Hon Chris Bishop has announced the appointment of Leighvi Maynard of Gisborne and Nicola Graham of Napier as District Court Judges. Mr Maynard began his legal career at Simpson Grierson in Auckland, where he was a member of the firm’s Environment, Planning and Resource Management team. In 2006 he moved to Gisborne and entered general practice, working across civil, employment, Māori land, family and criminal law jurisdictions before joining the Office of the Crown Solicitor for Rotorua, Tau
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Simpler food safety, stronger focus on risk
The Government is proposing changes to make it easier for food businesses to meet their food safety obligations, with less paperwork and a sharper focus on the risks that matter, Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard says. Consultation opened today on an updated Simply Safe & Suitable food control plan template. This is New Zealand's main food control template: a pre-approved, plain-language checklist that tells businesses what steps to follow and what records to keep so their food stays safe. "Businesses hav
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Food and fibre exports hit record $65.2 billion
Food and fibre exports reached a record $65.2 billion in the year to 30 June 2026, up $4.8 billion on the year before, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. "Kiwi farmers and growers keep delivering for the New Zealand economy," Mr McClay says. "This year was already on track to be a record. Their hard work has delivered a result that beats expectations." Exports are up 8 per cent on the previous year and ahead of the Ministry for Primary Industries' June forecast of $64.3 billion. "It's a gre
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Investigation into Apollo Stadium site planning rules
An investigation has been launched into whether Christchurch planning rules are getting in the way of new housing, economic growth and the future redevelopment of the former Apollo Projects Stadium site, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. The investigation follows a request from Christchurch City Council Mayor Phil Mauger to consider changes to the Christchurch District Plan for the 4.93-hectare site at 95 Jack Hinton Drive in Addington. “The temporary Apollo Stadium has served Christchurch well. Now th
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Four more school redevelopments get the green light
The Government is investing a further $37 million to redevelop four schools, taking investment in school redevelopment projects approved this year to more than $200 million, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “When we came into Government, school property was a mess. Around 350 projects could not be delivered within the funding available, schools had been waiting years for certainty, and classrooms were costing around $1.2 million each. “We said we would fix it, and that is exactly what we have been do
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
Next steps in fight against organised crime
The new Transnational, Serious and Organised Crime (TSOC) Chief Executive Board has met for the first time today, Associate Police Minister Casey Costello has announced. “We need better organised government to fight organised crime, and the Board will help deliver that,” Ms Costello says. “The Government has made a series of decisions to improve our response to TSOC, including appointing a Ministerial Advisory Group (MAG), and putting in place a new TSOC strategy and Action Plan. A key recommendation of the
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
More Kiwis choosing teaching
More New Zealanders are choosing to become teachers, with initial teacher education enrolments up 40 per cent since 2023. Education Minister Erica Stanford says the increase shows more Kiwis want to be part of New Zealand’s teaching workforce. “We’ve had a real focus on getting more New Zealanders into teaching so we can grow our own workforce and reduce our reliance on recruiting teachers from overseas. “Overseas-trained teachers make an important contribution to our schools, and we will continue to need t
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
RMA national direction reforms complete
The Government has completed the biggest overhaul of national direction in the history of the Resource Management Act – with the final changes making it faster, easier and more affordable to build and upgrade New Zealand’s electricity and telecommunications networks, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. “Over the past two years the Government has developed or amended 16 national direction instruments to remove unnecessary barriers to housing, infrastructure, energy and the primary sector,” Mr Bishop says.
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
Government cracks down on rockpool vandals
Major fishing rule changes will come into force this summer to stop people from stripping rockpools of marine life on the Auckland and Coromandel coastlines, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones and Under-Secretary Jenny Marcroft say. “Fossicking in a rockpool is a Kiwi tradition. It’s a pastime that’s been enjoyed by generations of New Zealanders. However, it’s being exploited by a selfish few who are taking far too much kaimoana. This behaviour is endangering these fragile ecosystems and putting at r
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026

Donor aid models don’t determine food security in Zambia, but local farming practices do
Local realities matter more than donor aid models when it comes to food security for households in eastern Zambia.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:51 am
From church pews to ballroom floors, AGO’s ‘Sunday Best’ showcases the power and glory of Black style
The Art Gallery of Ontario’s ‘Sunday Best’ gathers a century of Black style, from churches to ballrooms, and reveals dressing well as an ethic of dignity and care.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:51 am
Why Mark Carney is still betting big on Europe
Canada and the EU have found in each other stable liberal partners who take democracy seriously.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:51 am
Why Québec separatism is unlikely despite the Parti Québecois election win
The recent Parti Québecois victory is more akin to detecting a faint pulse in a terminally ill patient than a spectacular jolt back to life.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:51 am
Imagine newsletter: the power of plankton
From photosynthesis to fluffy cloud formation, plankton play a huge role in planetary systems, from marine food chains to the carbon cycle.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:50 am
What the US midterms result means for the Ukraine war
The result is both an opportunity and a threat to Ukraine.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:50 am
Why AI cannot ‘think’ like humans do
‘World models’ are an emerging technology that could help AI systems anticipate what might happen and use that to act. This is not the same as human ‘thinking.’
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:50 am
I research play – and here’s why recess is much more important than just a fun break
Offering daily recess to young children and teenagers alike can help strengthen students’ executive functioning skills, focus and creativity, among other benefits.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:16 am
Delayed international support has hampered efforts to contain and treat Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo
An epidemiologist who was on the ground during the 2014-16 Ebola outbreak examines the lessons that experience offers for the DRC.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:15 am
Clothes on the bed, nothing feels right: the psychology behind your seasonal wardrobe meltdown
If you’ve ended up staring at a pile of rejected clothes this week, you’re not alone.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:36 am
How private schools segregate students by class and strengthen social divisions
Class segregation between schools is quite simply unfair.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:36 am
What makes music truly ‘Russian’? The forgotten debate between Tchaikovsky and his star pupil
Tchaikovsky and his pupil Sergei Taneyev were united in embracing European cultural influences in Russian classical music – they just disagreed on how to go about it.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:36 am
An ADHD diagnosis can be a map to guide a person through challenging territory – not to avoid it altogether
Using an ADHD diagnosis to avoid hard tasks, rather than to plan around them, is linked to more anxiety and lower quality of life.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:36 am
AI agents with friendly faces and adorable bodies can distract you from serious risks
Cute designs can make AI technology feel harmless, but real hazards are still present.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:35 am
Why do blind people and musicians hear pitch better? New research suggests they have less internal noise
The brain’s ability to process sound more consistently may influence how well you’re able to discriminate between different sounds.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:35 am
Mammograms can do more than detect breast cancer – they also offer important clues on heart health
Calcium deposits on arteries, observed on a mammogram, can provide a useful nudge to check up on cardiovascular health.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:35 am
Young men and Latino voters helped drive the Democrats’ blue wave. Why did they abandon Trump?
Economic issues are almost always front of mind for voters, political scientist Charles Hunt says.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 12:45 am
‘Foreign agency’ – Australia’s antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal is a US tool for Zionists
Antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal is part of a network of “special envoys” launched by key pro-Israel bodies and the US State Department. Michael West Media investigates. INVESTIGATION: By Cathy Peters and Wendy Bacon Civil liberties and Palestinian supporters are calling for the sacking of Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, Jillian Segal, after her latest
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
'Appalling' family violence system made survivors question leaving abuse partners, new report shows
A new report has found responses to requests for help after leaving abusive partners made some women consider whether tolerating the abuse would have been preferable.
RNZ · Yesterday
Dementia with Lewy bodies: what you should know about the little-known, progressive brain disease
Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is the second most common neurodegenerative disease in after Alzheimer’s.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
#BHN Emz and Magenta LIVE at 8pm | Chris Knox, Lara Greaves, Bomber and Pat talking election data
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Yesterday
'Reckless and foolish': Shane Jones weighs in on Michael Laws in final campaign debate
Some unlikely parties found common ground, with Labour and ACT agreeing over fireworks, while National and Opportunity crossed swords over R&D funding.
RNZ · Yesterday
The Binance hack exploited familiar weaknesses – all organisations should learn from it
The hackers compromised a laptop belonging to an IT engineer, according to Binance.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
From doctors and teachers to lawyers, every profession has a duty to align with climate goals
New research outlines how climate responsibility can become part of professional practice.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
HIV prevention medication is highly effective, but it can complicate blood donor screening
Prep can make HIV harder to detect if an infection occurs. Clear donation guidance can help protect donors and people receiving blood.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
King Arthur and Ramayana: ancient stories that speak to the moral dilemmas of today’s leaders
Although separated by centuries, these two epics pose dilemmas that separate the morality of the husband from the duty of the leader.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
From Kenya to France: how face masks are becoming a rallying symbol
Masks that were a thing of the not so distant pandemic past are making a comeback on the streets. They now serve a dual purpose: protecting protesters from tear gas and covering up their faces.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Eugene Doyle: Jesus wept – Pacific Forum endorses Israel and genocide
COMMENTARY: By Eugene Doyle In colloquial language, “Jesus wept” is a cry of exasperation when we encounter something either appalling or appallingly stupid. The leaders of the 18 states and territories comprising the Pacific Island Forum — including Australia and New Zealand — have done both by inviting Israel to be a second-tier sectoral partner
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
As it happened: Election campaign, 5 November
TVNZ’s People’s Debate had seven party representatives facing questions from the public.
RNZ · Yesterday
Grattan on Friday: are the Nationals on life support?
How big is the threat posed by One Nation to the Nationals? And can the party’s past predict its future?
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Waikato medical school's ethnicity plan 'almost offensive to Māori', GP leader says
A plan from New Zealand’s newest medical school to remove ethnicity as a priority factor has been dubbed regressive by GPs.
RNZ · Yesterday
All aboard: National's big blue bus continues its final push towards Auckland
Christopher Luxon was once again wielding clippers to complete a job left half done - in line with party policy.
RNZ · Yesterday
Oil spill after major fire at Auckland power substation
Three Vector workers are in hospital after an incident while carrying out maintenance at the facility.
RNZ · Yesterday
SH2 near Napier closed due to grass fire
Police said motorists should expect delays.
RNZ · Yesterday
Four face insider-trading charges related to computer chip maker Rakon
Michael Walter Daniel and Paul Louis Smit have been named as defendants, while two others have interim name suppression.
RNZ · Yesterday
Election live: Parties face off for the last time in the People's Debate
Wallace Chapman, Emile Donovan and Lisa Owen dissect TVNZ's People's Debate, streaming live on RNZ National and rnz.co.nz.
RNZ · Yesterday
Suspected cable theft delays Hutt Valley trains
Metlink's website showed evening services replaced with buses due to "emergency maintenance".
RNZ · Yesterday
'It's horrible': Last remaining whales in Wairarapa stranding die
About 50 pilot whales were found trapped amongst rocks of the Ngawi coastline on Thursday morning.
RNZ · Yesterday
Caucus: What kind of government might we actually get, whoever wins?
The Caucus team break down what National or Labour-led coalitions might prioritise after Saturday's election.
RNZ · Yesterday
With control of Congress, here’s how Democrats could stop Trump’s war in Iran
Democrats now are in a much stronger position to force Trump to end the Iran war. But playing their strongest card could backfire.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
David Jones falls into administration – and its outdated business model explains why
Department stories used to be the place to be seen shopping. Without bold changes in how they’re run, there will no longer be stores like David Jones.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Australian classrooms are getting a ‘digital detox’ – what does this mean for schools and students?
Education Minister Jason Clare says he doesn’t want to ‘burn the iPads’. But he does want to see less tech use in classrooms.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Serious crash on State Highway 1 in Otago
Emergency services are at the scene of a crash between a car and a van.
RNZ · Yesterday
Funeral home owner slams rubberneckers at Christchurch blaze
A funeral home owner near a Sydenham fire says onlookers put themselves and emergency services at risk.
RNZ · Yesterday
ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for November 5, 2026
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on November 5, 2026.
Evening Report by Evening Report · Yesterday
Kyle Whorrall trial: Four teens found guilty of manslaughter and aggravated robbery
The American PhD student was killed in Auckland in April last year.
RNZ · Yesterday
Telco towers spark fury among powerless Auckland residents
Fearing sabotage, the Telecommunications Forum and its members refuse to divulge the planned location of towers across the country.
RNZ · Yesterday
Could Democrats' mid-term victory be good news for NZ wallets?
The price of oil has dropped on the expectation that it might prompt an end to the US conflict in Iran.
RNZ · Yesterday
Samoa government urged at UN to address declining media freedom
By Johnny Blades of RNZ Pacific The international community has urged Samoa’s government to rectify the decline in press freedom in the country. Press freedom and media restrictions in Samoa came under scrutiny during Samoa’s periodic review at the United Nations Human Rights Review in Geneva this week. Ten countries raised concern about media restrictions
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
Nelson mayor 'aghast' at $88m civic hub plan
Nick Smith says councillors overrode public support for redeveloping Civic House.
RNZ · Yesterday
Watch: Puppies listen to RNZ's Concert for Animals
Playful pups at Wellington SPCA are listening live to RNZ's Concert for Animals, avoiding getting freaked out by Guys Fawkes fireworks.
RNZ · Yesterday
Godzilla Minus Zero is incredibly loud. Who decides on the cinema volume? And is it safe?
The new film, out in IMAX, has viewers shaking in their seats from the volume. Why are some cinema screenings so loud?
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Voters have sent a message to Trump on tariffs, but the White House still holds significant power
Democrats will dig into the decisions behind tariff rates for various industries and trade partners, but can’t do much more for now.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
As diesel from the Gulf and Russia dried up, Australia had to find new suppliers – at a cost
The US–Iran war has upended the diesel supply chain. Australia’s supply of diesel has held up, but it now leans on fewer suppliers and a longer, more fragile chain.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Psychiatrist recalls Sockburn killer Zakariye Mohamed Hussein's 'dark and menacing' anger
A psychiatrist tells an inquest the man who murdered Laisa Waka Tunidau had spells of dark and menacing anger.
RNZ · Yesterday
Election 2026: The Lengths People Go For Democracy
Voting is very busy but wait times are short at The Palms in Christchurch East - and in Milford Sound, residents are grateful for a democratic road trip.
Scoop politics · Yesterday
The Attack Ad Election: Inside The Parties' Facebook Campaigns
Negative campaigning has surged since 2020, with National and Labour each devoting more than half their Facebook posts to attacks, new research shows.
Scoop politics · Yesterday
No Voting Stations At Some Auckland Hospitals
Deputy chief executive of the commission's operations Anusha Guler said they provided a mobile voting service at Middlemore.
Scoop politics · Yesterday
Who’ll hold power in the Victorian upper house after the state election?
While much attention has been on Victoria’s lower house, there may also be a power shift in the important upper house.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Reports of triple assault at Auckland’s Alfriston College
Police confirmed three people reported being assaulted, though none are seriously injured.
RNZ · Yesterday
Polls Show Majority Support For Taxes On Capital Gains And Wealth
In the recent poll, 69% of people said they thought “we should tax wealth and capital gains so the wealthiest New Zealanders pay tax at least the same overall rate as average New Zealanders”.
Scoop politics · Yesterday
America’s repudiation of the Trump regime was too big to deny
Analysis: This week was the latest example of the resistance of everyday Americans, resulting in a full-scale rejection of the Trump administration The post America’s repudiation of the Trump regime was too big to deny appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Marc Daalder · Yesterday
Graduate takes fight to be lawyer all the way to Supreme Court
The man was refused a certificate of good character on grounds the Law Society said included a Family Court case where a judge found he had physically and psychologically abused his wife.
RNZ · Yesterday
Police seek driver, victim in Whangārei hit-and-run incident
While both parties fled the scene, they left the offending car behind at the scene.
RNZ · Yesterday
David Jones to continue trading under control of receiver while business reviewed
The ABC has reported the department chain had a breakdown in negotiations with its landlord over rent.
RNZ · Yesterday
Accessibility Standards Legislation Announcement An Important Step – Organisations Call For Cross-Party Commitment
Access Matters Aotearoa has advocated for practical accessibility legislation and enforceable standards, working alongside disabled people, disability organisations, legal experts, industry representatives and political parties.
Scoop politics · Yesterday
'Incredibly heavy heart': FlyInn confirms plane involved in crash near Nelson
Police are working with the Civil Aviation Authority to recover the bodies and examine the crash scene.
RNZ · Yesterday
'A woman's dignity is not a punchline': Former NZ First MP on Michael Laws' comments
Ria Bond says thge comments about women candidates was "misogynistic, and utterly disgraceful".
RNZ · Yesterday
New Zealand's oldest man, Sir Lloyd Geering, dies aged 108
The theologian died on Thursday morning, with a public memorial to be organised at St Andrew's Church.
RNZ · Yesterday
Opportunity defends constitutional provision that could mean two board members veto coalition agreement
Its leader says it's "perfectly acceptable" they could veto a future government negotiated by the caucus.
RNZ · Yesterday
No voting stations at some Auckland hospitals
A patient advocate says that's not good enough.
RNZ · Yesterday
'Hardest year we've ever had': Northland charity on gathering Christmas donations
The charity says the need has never been greater - and funding has never been harder to find.
RNZ · Yesterday
I study polling failures – this time, pollsters were mostly right, if not precise
Polls had signaled important gains for Democrats ahead of Election Day, in the most reassuring performance since accurately anticipating Barack Obama’s presidential election in 2008.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
#BHN What more will it take for Opportunity to rule out NZ First?
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Big Hairy Network by Big Hairy Network · Yesterday
Polls understated Democrat vote in landslide repudiation of Donald Trump
While counting continues in some seats, there was little suggestion the Democrats would win both houses so comfortably .
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday

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