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Govt announces $4b in spending cuts as tax take falls $2b under forecast
Policy

Govt announces $4b in spending cuts as tax take falls $2b under forecast

The government has asked most agencies to trim 1% or 2% from their baselines.

Staff reporters 28 Aug 2023
Strategic review of Genesis must focus on carbon zero by 2050
Policy

Strategic review of Genesis must focus on carbon zero by 2050

NZ's net zero goal poses problems in terms of energy policy and security.

Ian Llewellyn 25 Aug 2023
'Own it, fix it, learn from it'
Policy Peter's Principles – Analysis

'Own it, fix it, learn from it'

Apologies, deeds and appropriate roles in the public service.

Nikitin Sallee 25 Aug 2023
Law Society says it wants a new regulator
Policy

Law Society says it wants a new regulator

The society will be hoping the government picks up the phone.

Oliver Lewis 24 Aug 2023