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What needs to be done to lower our road toll?
For decades, New Zealand’s persistently high road toll has been a worry for successive governments.
340 people died on our roads in 2023, down from t…
2 years, 3 months ago
Why are insurance premiums soaring - and can we avoid NZ becoming 'uninsurable'?
Insurance is becoming an increasingly costly purchase for many households.
Whether you are looking to insure your house, contents, car – or even your…
2 years, 3 months ago
Half the world's population set to vote: How that could determine our future
While New Zealanders may have had their general election last year, more than 60 countries around the world will elect their government in 2024.
In …
2 years, 3 months ago
How is the Government performing after six months in power?
Six months have passed since the coalition government was sworn into office – and the honeymoon period has well and truly ended.
After being met almo…
2 years, 3 months ago
Cold and flu season begins with added worries over Covid waves, bird flu's spread
We’re not officially into winter yet, but as the days get darker and the nights get colder, many of us are starting to come down with bugs and viruse…
2 years, 3 months ago
What you need to know about Budget 2024: Will we still get our tax cuts?
The coalition government’s first Budget is out on May 30.
After a rush to find savings, cancelling multiple major projects and cutting back the publi…
2 years, 3 months ago
What is the Fast-Track Approvals Bill and why is sparking backlash
One of the Government’s most contentious bills is now before select committee.
The Fast-Track Approvals Bill is designed to speed up the process on…
2 years, 3 months ago
Crisis in New Caledonia: Kiwis caught up as political tensions turns to violence
Amid continuing unrest in New Caledonia, our Defence Force is preparing rescue flights for about 250 stranded Kiwis.
Protests in Noumea have been esc…
2 years, 3 months ago
Julian Assange to face crucial hearing: Is this the end of the 14-year long saga?
The years-long saga of Julian Assange could finally be at an end – in a decision crucial not only to what happens next for the infamous whistleblower…
2 years, 3 months ago
Earthquakes and tsunamis: What the latest research says about the threat of natural disasters
Major earthquakes may not be a regular occurrence in New Zealand, but the threat of them is often in the back of our minds.
With a major faultline ru…
2 years, 3 months ago