Category: national_party
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Media Monitor: RNZ covers Community Services Card eligibility, politics, sports and home security
RNZ is reporting that its advice columnist Susan Edmunds has addressed a question about whether a child can get a Community Services Card. It said New Zealand First leader Winston Peters offered advice to anyone considering challenging a sitting Prime…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentSportWeatherAgricultureNational PartyLaw EnforcementGeneral Weather
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Media Monitor: Hipkins Promises Different Labour
RNZ is reporting that Chris Hipkins is promising a different Labour party after the last election saw the end of Labour's six years in government. Hipkins is returning to the opposition benches just 10 months after becoming prime minister. In…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthSportWeatherNational PartyEconomyMedical ScienceAsiaGeneral Weather
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Police Minister, Bravery Awards, and More
RNZ is reporting that Police Minister Mark Mitchell has addressed the Jevon McSkimming saga, discussing the IPCA report, Ms. Z, and related emails. It said Mitchell spoke about when he learned about Ms. Z, his relationship with Coster, and why…
Politics and GovernmentSportWorldWeatherNational PartyLaw EnforcementTransportationAgricultureGeneral Weather
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on New Parking Fees, Cat Control, and More
RNZ is reporting that new parking fees will be implemented at three popular New Zealand tourist destinations starting next month. It said these fees will apply to both locals and tourists. In other news, RNZ said there is a debate…
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Police Investigate Electoral Fraud Allegations in Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Election
Police are investigating allegations of electoral fraud in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Election. Detective Inspector Shaun Vickers of the Counties Manukau CIB confirmed that two separate investigations are underway following several complaints. To date, police have received 16 complaints, which…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesAustralasiaNational Party
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Māori Ethnic Identification Doubles Since 1991 in Aotearoa New Zealand
Stats NZ reported today that approximately 932,000 people in Aotearoa New Zealand, accounting for 18 percent of the population, identified with Māori ethnicity as of June 30, 2025. This figure has roughly doubled since June 1991, when the Māori ethnic…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesAustralasiaNational Party
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Police Acknowledge Report on Justified Non-Fatal Shooting in Auckland
Police have acknowledged the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) regarding a non-fatal shooting that occurred in west Auckland in September 2023. The incident began on September 27, 2023, when police received information about a stolen vehicle involved…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalAustralasiaNational Party
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Iwi Affiliation Data from 2023 Census Released
New data on Iwi affiliation from the 2023 Census has been released, with 20 new tables launched on the Aotearoa Data Explorer (ADE). This data provides information on individuals who affiliate with one or more iwi. The launch complements the…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesAustralasiaNational PartyFederal GovernmentEducation
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Police Conduct Training Exercise in Wairoa
Wairoa residents can expect to see an increased police presence today as officers participate in a training exercise. The exercise will take place around Summerville Street and Awamate Road. People may see officers in tactical uniforms carrying training firearms, and…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesPolitics and GovernmentNational Party
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for November 2025
Auckland motorists should prepare for maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) between the Mercer interchange and Island Block Road from Sunday, November 2, to Wednesday, November 5, 2025, between 9pm and 5am. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises that…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaNational PartyState Governments
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ACT Leader David Seymour Warns of Parliamentary Disruption
ACT Leader David Seymour has criticized the recent behavior in Parliament, suggesting it foreshadows a troubling future for New Zealand's democracy. In a message, Seymour expressed concern over the disruption caused by Te Pāti Māori, which led to a shutdown…
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsNational PartyParliamentPolitical Parties David SeymourACT PartyTe Pāti MāoriPolitical CampaignDemocracyACT NZ
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on All Blacks' win, Māori MP's recognition, parenting approach, and netball coach's sidelining
Radio New Zealand is reporting that All Blacks coach Scott Robertson said the "hurt" felt during the Rugby Championship was used as motivation in their win over the Wallabies. RNZ also reports that Time magazine named Te Pāti Māori MP…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Digital Driver's Licenses, Gas Exploration
RNZ is reporting that digital driver licences are set to roll out soon as part of the government's sweeping plans for digital transformation and an all-government app. It said the government "remains on track to deliver the first version by…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Palestinian Reaction, Māori Leader's Death
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a Palestinian man is expressing anger over New Zealand's decision not to recognize Palestine as a state. RNZ also reports on the death of Sir Tumu Te Heuheu, the paramount chief of Ngāti Tūwharetoa,…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Neo-Nazi Deportation, Social Media Post
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell is an Australian citizen, and he will not comment on calls from Australians to deport him. It said more than 91,000 people have signed a petition…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Neo-Nazi Leader, Amazon Data Centers, Epstein Files
RNZ is reporting that a New Zealand-born leader of a white supremacist group in Australia is appearing in court, charged with intimidating a police officer and breaching an intervention order. It said this follows the neo-Nazi's alleged involvement in a…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldSportNational PartyEconomyAsiaMusic
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Media Monitor: Radio New Zealand Covers Māori Wardens, Cyberbullying
Radio New Zealand is reporting that in the 1970s, the Māori Wardens were described as 'a form of apartheid' and efforts were made to eliminate them. RNZ also reports that young people are harmed by viewing appearance-related cyberbullying, even when…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesBusinessSportWeatherAustralasiaNational PartyGeneral PoliticsLaw Enforcement
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Media Monitor: 1 News reports on US strike in Iran, Caleb Clarke case
1 News is reporting that U.S. President Donald Trump is hailing a U.S. strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. 1 News said Trump announced a "very successful" strike on three Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan on Sunday. According…
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New Zealand Parliament Disallows Tikanga Māori Integration in Core Law Subjects
New Zealand's Parliament has voted to disallow a provision in the Professional Examinations in Law Regulations that mandated the teaching of tikanga Māori (Māori law and philosophy) as part of every core law subject. The vote, which occurred on May…
Politics and GovernmentEducationLawNational PartyLabour PartyLegalState Governments ParliamentTikanga MāoriRegulations Review CommitteeCouncil of Legal EducationLegislationU.S. Library of Congress
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Media Monitor: Radio New Zealand reports on psychedelic drug trials, gas reserves, and more
Radio New Zealand is reporting that broadcaster Sonia Gray is participating in psychedelic drug trials. RNZ said Gray never thought she would take the one drug she was most afraid of, but she did so in the name of research.…
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NZ's Liam Lawson Scores First Points of Season in Miami F1 Race
New Zealand Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson has secured his first points of the season with a win in Miami. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Lawson, boosting his standing in the championship. The race in Miami saw Lawson…
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