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Auckland’s struggling local boards unite in letter to Wayne Brown

Tāmaki Makaurau’s local board chairs unanimously seek the mayor’s support amid a $17.6 million deficit.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterMon, 17 Mar

Summer

Stretching the dollar: Strategies for a more resilient 2025

With fewer than half of eligible families claiming Family Boost payments, this guide looks at whether you’re accessing what you’re entitled to, common payment pitfalls and having a savings buffer.

Khalia StrongFri, 27 Dec

Politics

MPP took a ‘reputational hit’ - CEO

But Gerardine Clifford-Lidstone says the Ministry for Pacific Peoples is working on winning back the public’s trust following its lavish farewell scandal.

Sayeemulla ShariffMon, 23 Sep

Politics

Tax cuts will not bring relief amid cost of living crisis - expert

The coalition government's 'tax relief' comes into effect this week. But social policy analyst Ana Ika is arguing for better investment.

Sayeemulla ShariffThu, 01 Aug

Politics

'It's life or death': Labour MP slams National's broken promise

Barbara Edmonds says the government's failure to deliver funding for new cancer drugs is a betrayal of Kiwis' trust.

'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 14 Jun

Opinion

‘It would have changed their lives’

Youth worker Aaron Hendry says the government's decision to scrap $20 million from Youth Transitional Housing will make things worse for teenagers facing homelessness.

Khalia StrongTue, 04 Jun

Opinion

Budget 2024: Fears govt funding ignores inequities

There are fears major disparities in outcomes for Pacific communities will continue, following yesterday’s Budget announcement.

Khalia StrongFri, 31 May

Politics

Budget 2024: The winners and losers

The government has set out how it will afford a $14.7 billion tax package. But its financial plan has come with some trade-offs.

PMN NewsFri, 31 May

Politics

There's nothing for Ministry for Pacific Peoples as govt says tax relief is coming

Finance Minister Nicola Willis has denied that the wellbeing of Pasifika is being snubbed in this year’s financial plan, as PMN News political reporter Ala Vailala reveals from the Beehive.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 30 May

Politics

Further MPP cuts likely but there's good news for our Pacific aiga

New Zealanders are anxiously waiting to hear what they are getting, what might be cut as protests get underway across the country.

Khalia StrongThu, 30 May

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