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Australia-New Zealand refugee deal: UN blames mental health toll after just 36 people take up offer

UN refugee agency says many refugees have been traumatised by years in Australian detention camps, hampering uptake of the offer

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Cabinet discussed free public transport to help households manage rising costs

Ministers selected the most generous subsidies for petrol and diesel users but turned down the chance to make public transport…

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NZ announces Pacific labour safeguards

Jacinda Ardern's government will expand its Pacific labour scheme while cracking down on exploitation of migrant workers in New Zealand.

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The dangers of working in New Zealand

At least two people have died at work every month since last January. Are our workplace whistleblowers up to the task?

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Violence ignored in immigration changes

The Government moved on changes to work rights for most temporary visa holders despite knowing of the increased domestic violence risk, according…

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NZ takes stand on ethical dilemma for EV buyers

Michael Wood wants to know if more can be done over the rising demand for cobalt.

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Weather events put strain on Waka Kotahi emergency fund

The transport agency’s facing a budget blowout as more frequent and damaging weather events put pressure on its emergency works…

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Immigration doubles down on short-term workers

Changes to immigration settings to plug skills gaps may be at odds with the Productivity Commission’s advice to shift away…

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New Zealand to temporarily boost worker intake amid shortfall

New Zealand will make temporary changes to immigration rules, a minister said on Sunday, aiming to lure 12,000 workers over…

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Goodfellow's praise for a jolly good fellow

Did Chinese businessman Yikun Zhang court politicians for status and influence, or did they seek him out for donations and…

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Bike activists won't accept it's a bridge too far

Controversies around the scrapped trial of a dedicated cycling and walking lane on the Auckland Harbour Bridge come to a head with…

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Minister pressed on what he told SFO

When the Labour Party learned the names of Chinese businessmen accused of political donations crimes involving National, it turned to…

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Refunds promised for double-billed visa applicants

At least 1000 visa applicants paid out hundreds - if not thousands - of dollars for unnecessary medical tests thanks…

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Big political names drawn into donations trial

The Crown outlines its case against six men and a woman charged with deceit in concealing donations to the Labour and…

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Cost of living crisis: Inflation hits 32-year high at 7.3 percent

Inflation has hit 7.3 percent - its highest since June 1990 - driven by more expensive fuel, food and housing…

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Government denies petrol pump policy 'on the hoof'

The Transport Minister says officials had been working on how to provide Kiwis relief at the petrol pump for a…

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"I feel like a burden": How the cost of living crisis is squeezing the worst off

'I've used the food bank on occasion but now I'm using it more than ever before'

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Govt broke climate rules to subsidise airlines

New documents show the Government's subsidies for international air freight should have triggered a climate impact assessment.

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Government to give councils green light on road changes

Local councils will soon find it easier to change the layout of their local streets, under improved legislation

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ILO lists NZ among labour 'abuse' cases

Fair Pay Agreements will be scrutinised on the global stage, alongside the policies of a select group of countries accused…

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Concerns that road user discounts will shift freight from trains to trucks

Government refuses to extend track user discounts to mirror cuts to petrol excise and roads user costs, sparking worries Kiwirail will lose…

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Government set to shake up Auckland rail

It's a green light for big changes as the Transport Minister adopts new recommendations from an independent report to proactively…

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Government looks into regulating employment advocates

Unlike lawyers, employment advocates aren’t required to meet any training or qualification standards.

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How Government procurement can help eradicate modern slavery

The Govt today announces plans for modern slavery legislation, working with big businesses to eliminate exploitation in supply chains –…

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Government relying on diesel honesty

The Government is relying on an honesty form and spot checks to stop drivers from rorting the system when purchasing…

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