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Judith Collins to leave politics, head up Law Commission
Newsroom | 28 Jan 2026

Senior National Party politician bows out after 24 years to take on major legal role The post Judith Collins to leave politics, head up Law Commission appeared first on Newsroom …

Winston Peters rubbishes polls as NZ First surges in support in election year voter sampling
NZ Herald | 28 Jan 2026

The latest RNZ-Reid Research poll places NZ First third, behind Labour and National.

Out of the “bear pit”: Judith Collins on her retirement from politics
Waikato Times | 28 Jan 2026

The long-serving MP and government minister has served her country with “commitment and conviction”, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says, while Labour’s Barbara Edmonds says Parliament will be a “less exciting …

Judith Collins to leave politics in April
The Post | 28 Jan 2026

The long-serving National MP and Attorney-General is set take over as president of the Law Commission. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says she has served her country with “commitment and conviction”.

Nicola Willis sets Budget Day date, promises cost-cutting focus
NZ Herald | 28 Jan 2026

The Finance Minister insists there will be no 'splashing of cash' beyond core services.

Nicola Willis announces Budget date
The Post | 28 Jan 2026

Finance Minister says there will be “no splashing the cash”.

Green MP Celia Wade-Brown to step down at the election
Stuff | 28 Jan 2026

The former Wellington mayor says it’s time to make way for new talent.

Celia Wade-Brown calls time on her political career
The Post | 28 Jan 2026

The Green Party list MP and former Wellington mayor will call it quits later this year, swapping the debating chamber for cycling, tramping and “things that don’t fit easily into …

PM hits lowest popularity in a year as leaked poll reveals souring public mood
The Post | 28 Jan 2026

Christopher Luxon has started the political year facing his harshest personal ratings yet.

Mayoral candidate top spender in South Taranaki
The Post | 28 Jan 2026

Unsuccessful mayoral candidate Clem Coxhead spent more during the local body election campaign than any other candidate vying for a spot on the South Taranaki District Council.

Luxon's invite to Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza needs 'measured look' - Winston Peters
RNZ | 27 Jan 2026

Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says advice from his ministry is being prepared "as we speak".

Live: Criminal liability to be probed after Mount Maunganui landslip, recovery crews hope for sun
RNZ | 27 Jan 2026

Mahé Drysdale says the council-led review will "put all the information out in one place."

Brian Tamaki says Destiny will cross Harbour Bridge, major police operation planned
NZ Herald | 27 Jan 2026

Brian Tamaki told church members they were 'carrying the future hopes of this country'.

Labour still mulling India trade deal - but leaning towards yes
The Post | 27 Jan 2026

National needs Labour’s support for the deal with India, but Labour leader Chris Hipkins says more discussions are needed before it agrees.

'Strong case' for government inquiry into deadly landslide: PM
Otago Daily Times | 27 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Photo: RNZ There's a "strong case" for a government inquiry into the deadly Mt Maunganui landslide where six people remain unaccounted for, the Prime Minister says.

Coalition MPs accuse Opposition of ‘politicising’ weather disasters
Stuff | 27 Jan 2026

Finance Minister Nicola Willis has accused Labour of engaging in the “wrong kind of politics” around the Mt Maunganui landslide.

Wellington job market: How bad is it if even former mayor Tory Whanau can’t find work?
NZ Herald | 27 Jan 2026

A recruiter says jobseekers should consider leaving to find work.

The place Brooke van Velden always takes visitors to relive childhood summers
Stuff | 27 Jan 2026

Most Kiwis are familiar with Mission Bay, with its iconic fountain and beachfront views over Rangitoto. This summer, Brooke stayed at home hosting guests and family in her electorate.

Greens demand that NZ snub Trump's peace board
The Post | 27 Jan 2026

Green Party co leader Chlöe Swarbrick wrote to the PM to ask why he hasn’t rejected the invitation that comes with a $1 billion price tag.