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The MPs who aim to put some ‘common sense back in the room’

The Primary Production Select Committee sees its role as being the voice of rural New Zealand, says chair Mark Cameron.

Brent Edwards Thu, 25 Dec 2025

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Govt accepts banking inquiry recommendations

Primary Industries

What keeps agribusiness leaders awake at night

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Kiwi farmers get sour deal with big banks, Fed Farmers says

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Federated Farmers rejects suggestions of a war on nature

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Govt commits to rural banking inquiry for ‘robust competition’

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Trust the energy market, or not, that is the question

Governing Interest: There is some consensus among political parties on renewable energy and reducing red tape, but competing visions remain on how to manage decarbonisation.

Tim Hunter Tue, 12 Sep 2023

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National’s plan to end emergency housing and clean up Rotorua

Government housing agency Kāinga Ora is in for a shake-up.

Brent Edwards Sat, 09 Sep 2023

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Household subsidies to help cut costs, drive down emissions

Megan Woods says it is a win for environment and households.

Brent Edwards Fri, 08 Sep 2023

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‘I believe we can thrive’: Hipkins wants Wellington humming

PM rounds out the week with another speech to business, and points out film and gaming sectors for future growth.

Jonathan Mitchell Fri, 08 Sep 2023

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Tourism spending will still be cut as part of National's plan

But as sector still recovers from Covid-19 pandemic, hotels spokesperson James Doolan says now is not the time to cut spending on marketing.

Brent Edwards Thu, 07 Sep 2023

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Hipkins lacks Jacinda star-power but is confident of his chances

In the second of three events in Auckland yesterday, the Labour leader described why he was so keen on a job others wouldn't touch with a 'barge pole'.