Politics
‘Sign up to NZ’: Winston Peters defends citizens-only voting proposal amid Pacific concerns
The New Zealand First leader says only citizens should vote in New Zealand elections while The Opportunity Party says voters want politicians to work together and not deepen divisions.
Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 30 Jul
Pacific families turn to cremation as burial costs soar beyond NZ govt's funeral grants
Rising cemetery fees are forcing whānau to give up long-held burial traditions with church leaders warning financial pressure is changing how communities farewell their loved ones.
Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 29 Jul
Employment Leave Bill moves ahead as Pacific expert warns workers could be left behind
Dr Karanina Sumeo, former Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner, says the new system could put more pressure on casual and part-time workers already facing financial uncertainty.
Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 22 Jul
