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Sex ed rewrite pledge draws ire in New Zealand

Beyond a pledge to scrap smokefree laws, the New Zealand coalition agreements contains plenty of controversial measures sure to create division.

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New Zealand smoking ban U-turn could be first of many steps to demolish Jacinda Ardern’s legacy

From housing reforms and workers’ rights to the Treaty of Waitangi, the new conservative coalition government is set to chip away at progressive policies enacted by the former prime minister, reports Maroosha Muzaffar

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Luxon Sworn In As New Prime Minister Of New Zealand

Former airline boss Christopher Luxon formally took office as New Zealand's prime minister Monday, vowing to tame inflation and bring down interest rates.

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Why redefining the Treaty principles would undermine real political equality in NZ

All three parties in New Zealand’s new coalition government went into the election promising to diminish various Māori-based policies or programs. But it was the ACT Party that went furthest, calling for a referendum to redefine the “principles” of te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi.

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Luxon's New Zealand government sworn in and take office

New Zealand's National-led coalition is in office, with Chris Luxon sworn in as prime minister along with his 30-strong team of ministers.

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NZ PM-to-be Luxon unveils coalition compromises

New Zealand's National party has shed a number of its election promises as it negotiated a coalition agreement with the ACT and NZ First parties.

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New Zealand gets new government promising tax cuts, less red tape

Centre-right National Party forms three-way coalition with the classically liberal ACT and populist New Zealand First.

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Three parties, two deals, one government: the stress points within New Zealand's 'coalition of many colours'

It might have taken six weeks to decide the shape of New Zealand’s next government (or three if you count from the final results), but in the end that is the nature of proportional representation. Compromise, trade-offs and haggling are the price of an MMP electoral system designed to avoid…

The Conversation

New Zealand PM Luxon to have a job-share deputy

After six weeks of post-election negotiations, New Zealanders have learned the make-up and the policy agenda of their next government.

AAP

Chris Bowen’s plan is a shot in the arm for clean energy – but a lot has to go right to avoid future blackouts

The renewable energy sector has been big on promise but lately lagging in delivery, particularly with 2030 emission targets just a little more than six years away

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand finally agrees makeup of coalition government after weeks of uncertainty

Leaders of three parties arrive at deal to form government led by incoming prime minister Christopher Luxon

The Independent UK

New Zealand’s Luxon forges deal to lead new coalition government

The incoming PM says his National Party has allied with the conservative ACT and populist New Zealand First parties.

Al Jazeera

New Zealand to get new government on Black Friday

The three party leaders involved in New Zealand's next government have concluded negotiations and are set to sign a coalition agreement.

AAP

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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New scheme to help L-platers reduce hours behind the wheel

It's hoped it will give drivers skills to help in an emergency.

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Breakthrough in New Zealand government formation talks

Chris Luxon, leader of New Zealand's election winners National, has brokered policy deals with two minor parties to form government.

AAP

Hipkins and NZ Labour call for Israel-Hamas ceasefire

Outgoing New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has stepped outside of caretaker conventions to declare Labour's support for a ceasefire in Israel and Gaza.

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New Zealand 'circus' coalition talks drag on

More than a month on from New Zealand's election day there is still no government, with talks between National, ACT and NZ First yet to produce a deal.

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'Food is discretionary': Why Parliament's Christmas Giving Tree is so important

Foodbank is one of two charities that will receive money raised.

The Canberra Times

Why $10 a day childcare could be a game changer for families

A year of parental leave and cheaper childcare would have massive benefits, advocates say.

The Guardian - AU

One third of New Zealanders doubtful incoming coalition can work well together, poll finds

Guardian Essential New Zealand poll result also reveals rise in respondents feeling unsure over direction of the country

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand in limbo one month after election as government coalition negotiations drag on

Incoming PM Christopher Luxon must bring together the libertarian Act party and populist New Zealand First, parties that have major differences

The Canberra Times

Private school car park dispute goes to tribunal

The government said removing the 100-space car park would create safety problems.

Newsroom.co.nz

Peters and Seymour team up as Luxon hits hurdles

New Zealand First wasn’t happy with the first deal offered by National and the big hurdle ahead is how to fund Christopher Luxon’s promised tax relief

AAP

Incoming PM defends pace of New Zealand coalition talks

Incoming New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon says he is "not selecting a flatmate", defending the slow pace of his government coalition negotiations.

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