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Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: A dream budget with no safety net

The Greens are thinking big, but ambition without a back-up plan can turn bold reform into broken promises when times get tough.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 15 May

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Australia

Australia's election-eve federal budget: What's in it for the Pacific?

Canberra has stepped up aid for the region amid US cuts, with A$2 billion (NZ$2.2b) allocated to address critical needs in the Pacific.

Christine RovoiWed, 26 Mar

Politics

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

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