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Punitive measures won't help our young people

National's policy to help young people into meaningful employment has merit, but sanctions and punitive frameworks are not the answer, writes Aaron Hendry

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National back to basics, but Luxon questions remain

National's new leader reached for tried conservative policy at a conference low on thrills but rich with talk of unity and discipline.

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Mahuta and Brownlee both urge Taiwan de-escalation

Labour and National on same page over Taiwan tensions, as John Key hits out at US politician Nancy Pelosi over her 'reckless' visit.

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Luxon seeks to move past National's mistakes

The opening day of National's AGM was as much about shaking off unpleasantness as looking ahead.

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Luxon's first test before party faithful after recent stumbles

While National's leader has brought stability and big-money donors back, he still faces pressure to show he is up to the job.

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This week's best-selling books

The week's biggest-selling New Zealand books, as recorded by the Nielsen BookScan New Zealand bestseller list and described by Steve Braunias

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Donations trial eavesdrops on WeChat deals

The High Court trial of seven people for concealing political donations hears WeChat deals and disputes over what Labour knew about a wealthy Chinese donor.

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ICAC finding puts MPs on notice over misuse of public money

A new ICAC report could put paid to a belief popular among some MPs that using public money for political purposes is normal practice.

The New Daily

The Green Party's philosophical tug-of-war

Are the Greens better off as activists and agitators? Or is there strength in softening to the centre?

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Michael Pascoe: Political coroner finds Coalition deeply and brazenly corrupt

The latest chapter of the coroner’s report unsurprisingly finds the Coalition government was a particularly diseased body when it was put down on May 21.

The New Daily

SFO reveals more covert recordings of Ross and Bridges

The MP who first complained to police about secret, broken-up political donations finds himself finally on trial in the High Court, and the SFO has more covert tape recordings

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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 National parties, and lines up big names to give evidence.

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Govt hires for income insurance scheme despite timing concerns

A hiring spree for senior employees to oversee a social unemployment scheme comes despite an ongoing wait for Cabinet approval.

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National’s plan for New Zealand’s inflation crisis is merely tax cuts for the wealthy

Under Chris Luxon’s leadership, the best idea the National party can summon is welfare for the wealthiest New Zealanders

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Partner work visas on the chopping block

Plans to axe partner work visas at the end of the year could see migrants working under the table or stuck in abusive situations due to financial dependence.

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It's looking as if neither Labour nor National wants to win in 2023

Labour's indifferent record of achievement would usually see it trailing far behind, yet it is still in a competitive position. But neither party is yet showing any passion, says Peter Dunne

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Maskless Ardern photo draws COVID critics

Jacinda Ardern says she will be more circumspect on when to take off her mask for photos after drawing criticism for a picture with Youth Parliament.

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National's autopsy report

Steve Braunias reviews a post-mortem of the National Party

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Questions over whether mega-polytech will be ready

The new tertiary institution is facing a full year deficit and having to delay consultation on where staff fit into the new entity.

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Luxon heads overseas to 'nick and steal' policy

As the election draws closer Christopher Luxon is jetting off on a policy-finding mission and continuously reviewing his MPs' performance, writes political editor Jo Moir.

The Conversation

The Nationals suddenly find themselves with a new leader and in opposition. So where to now?

Barnaby Joyce, old-style populist and controversy magnet, has gone from the Nationals leadership. In his place is Queenslander David Littleproud, a move that indicates a desire for at least the appearance of change in the party.

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The perils of diplomacy in a cost-of-living crisis

After more than two years focused on domestic matters, the PM has been back on the international stage. But there's a growing chasm between her reception overseas versus at home

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New Three Waters bill fails to provide final privatisation safeguard

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Lin Lang: A billionaire horse exporter's change in fortunes

How did billionaire Chinese businessman Lin Lang end up exporting thoroughbred horses from New Zealand to China - and why has the lucrative business come to a halt?

The Conversation

With diesel $2 a litre and a new leader, the Nationals could pivot on climate to focus on energy independence

You might look at the recent election result and conclude it was a reasonable one for the National Party. Its MPs held their seats despite several swings against them, and gained strength within the Coalition, after the Liberal Party suffered major losses.

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