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Government criticised for having the wrong fiscal priorities

Things are getting worse under this Government, Labour’s Barbara Edmonds says.

Brent Edwards Wed, 17 Dec 2025

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Government books take turn for the worse

But Nicola Willis will not change the Government’s approach to fiscal policy.

Brent Edwards Tue, 16 Dec 2025

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Protect Antarctica from commercial exploitation: Andrew Bayly

It has the last huge protein source left in the world, says the National MP.

Brent Edwards Thu, 11 Dec 2025

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Minister ignores official advice on retirement village reforms

One of the most contentious parts of the review of the Retirement Villages Act was the timeframe for when capital is returned to former residents or their estates.

Nicholas Pointon Thu, 11 Dec 2025

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Tsunami of change: balancing making a buck and the environment

Everyone agrees the RMA is not fit for purpose, Rehette Stoltz says.

Brent Edwards Wed, 10 Dec 2025

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RMA reform legislation will be law next year

About 46% of resource consents under RMA will not be needed under new regime.

Brent Edwards Tue, 09 Dec 2025

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Commerce Commission has to ‘save to invest’

The money is invested in things that make the commission more productive, says John Small.

Brent Edwards Thu, 04 Dec 2025

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In-house water services are also exempt from rates cap

But their pricing will be regulated by the Commerce Commission.

Brent Edwards Thu, 04 Dec 2025

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Regional investment fund wants to crowd in private investment

Hard questions are asked about why Crown capital is needed, instead of private capital, MBIE says.

Brent Edwards Thu, 04 Dec 2025

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