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The National Party’s Māngere Electorate Facebook page made negative comments about Māori during a Facebook live event. Later, the Party apologized. The comments were made during a live broadcast of a pōwhiri at Turangawaewae marae for the Koroneihana. The comment stated, “It’s always Māori putting down Māori the most. Māori can never be united people!” […]
The jury in the murder trial of retired Auckland eye doctor Philip Polkinghorne has visited the house where his wife, Pauline Hanna, was found dead. This is the 10th day of the trial, where Polkinghorne is accused of murdering Hanna on Easter Monday 2021 and making it look like a suicide. The defense claims that […]
Fulton Hogan is working on sewerage construction on Tarawera Road, near Lake Rotokākahi. The Rotorua Lakes Council wanted a legal order to keep protesters at least one metre away from the site but was unsuccessful for now. A judge decided not to grant the request but warned that any destruction or disruption would prompt legal […]
The government will not give $60 million to help rebuild Christ Church Cathedral. This means the project may stop for now. The cathedral project needed this money to cover an $85 million shortfall. Last week, Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger said the central government needed to help to finish the rebuild. Earlier this year, the Anglican […]
Former Prime Minister Sir John Key made a strong impression at the National Party’s annual conference in Auckland. His achievements during his three terms in office highlighted how the party’s current support is lower than during his leadership. National Party’s current leader, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, has struggled to raise poll numbers above 40%. Key […]
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is changing rules for emergency housing to reduce its use. New rules start on August 26. If someone breaks the rules, they must wait 13 weeks to get help again. More people worry about being evicted at the end of the month. These changes are part of the government’s […]
Christ Church Cathedral may be closed for a long time because the Government will not help pay for its repairs. Mark Stewart, the chair of Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Ltd, said they were told on Friday that no more government money would be provided. Stewart said this news is “incredibly sad and disappointing.” He explained […]
Transport Minister Simeon Brown said the Government is not happy with KiwiRail’s performance, especially after the Aratere ferry crashed into the wharf in Wellington. KiwiRail is investigating the crash, which is part of ongoing issues with the old ship. Brown mentioned on Radio New Zealand that KiwiRail’s board is being changed to improve management. After […]
KidsCan charity is facing a big challenge as it has a record waitlist of 10,000 children who need help with food and clothing in 260 schools and early childhood centers. Chief executive Julie Chapman noted this is the highest number in the charity’s 19-year history. Chapman said the poverty line is changing, making it harder […]
Lester Levy, the Commissioner of Health NZ Te Whatu Ora, has appointed Ken Whelan and Roger Jarrold as his Deputy Commissioners. Whelan was brought in as the Crown Observer in December to oversee Health NZ, while Jarrold was the only remaining board member after the government replaced the previous board. Levy served as chairperson of […]
