Depreciation deductions should be restored as soon as fiscal pressures permit, say officials.
But National says contention over the law is a real test of the prime minister's leadership.
Jami-Lee Ross criticises government's expensive tram system in Auckland.
CTU not happy 90-day trials still included in employment law.
Twyford says cities have to be able to grow up and out.
National says it will repeal the employment law changes when next in government.
Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson has dismissed a disagreement over doubling the country's refugee quota to 1500 as MMP politics at work.
Commentator draws harsh contrast with John Key's handling of Richard Worth's exit.
First group of homeowners takes government payout - 70 yet to decide.
National's finance spokeswoman says Grant Robertson is pointing to the "squirrel over there".