But unions say Holidays Act overhaul leaves women, casual and part-time workers worse off.
She is the first Māori woman to be appointed to the role.
There were reputational risks around the ‘public good’ nature of Kiwi Bonds.
Political pressure likely helped government decide to lift benefit levels.
National said the budget didn't provide a pathway to prosperity.
Treasury is forecasting annual economic growth of 4.4% in the 2023 financial year.
James Shaw says National's lack of ambition over 30 years is to blame for big emissions cuts now.
Politics: National’s poor polling prompts continued questions about Judith Collins’ leadership.
Chris Hipkins says the vaccination programme is key to securing the country’s economic recovery.
A-G investigation into vaccine roll-out has found ‘significant risks remain’.