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Once safe blue seat of Ilam now more politically fluid

The combination of a capable National candidate and a nationwide swing against Labour should be enough to unseat Sarah Pallett, though wildcard TOP leader Raf Manji could make it a tough race, argues Liam Hehir

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Lifeline kept new Ferns keeper in football

An unfortunate run of injuries for a teammate gave footballer Brianna Edwards an opportunity to prove herself in goal. Now the keeper is bringing her new confidence to the Football Ferns.

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Stark messages in a Labour stronghold

Chris Hipkins doesn’t get it all his own way in a deep-red seat

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Politicians promise to get New Zealand’s houses in order

Parties mostly agree on the need for verified sustainable standards for new public buildings – but solving the residential construction conundrum is far more vexed. Matthew Scott reports.

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The Sure Things: Act’s Laura Trask would kill off red tape 'overkill'

By dint of a high list placement or being catapaulted into a safe seat, new faces will head to Wellington after October 14’s election. They're the sure things. In the latest part of this occasional series, David Williams talks to Laura Trask, number 10 on the Act Party list.

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Landlords versus tenants

There are horror stories on both sides of the landlord/tenant divide, but how do the laws of the country ensure a fair balance between the rights of both?

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How to solve a problem like Napier

Many struggle to understand that Napier is going to be inundated, and that implementing a solution will never be cheaper than it is today, writes architect Amanda Bulman

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The killing of Nicola

Armed Offenders Squad leader Vitale Lafaele writes about a rapist who was granted bail, and who then killed a second victim

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State of the economy in the eye of the beholder

The opening of the Government's books gave little cause for celebration or catastrophising, which of course didn't stop politicians from doing both.

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Recession to end but Govt surplus delayed a year

The pre-election forecasts offer a rosier picture of the economy, with wages growing ahead of inflation, but tougher times for the Government’s own books.

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Reserve Bank credibility in question over 'blackballing' of experts

Allowing macroeconomic and monetary experts to serve on the Monetary Policy Committee is welcome. But, asks Eric Crampton, how did Reserve Bank believe there had never really been a ban?

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Borrowers left in 'mortgage prison' as firms quit personal lending market

A Commerce Commission inquiry has been warned that Kiwi borrowers will be unable to shift to more competitive lenders because of tough new credit rules. Jonathan Milne reports.

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Gender equality: Are we there yet?

Three exciting world cups on New Zealand soil have boosted coverage of women's sport stratospherically – and women are now far more visible in public life. When can we say these 'firsts' are normal?

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The downfall of Mr Huxtable

An 'elder millennial' looks back on the class of 2000

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Labour drags its social media heels

When it comes to social media spend and strategy, the right is running rings around the left.

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Waiheke residents ‘marooned’ by ferry route exemption

Governments have been slow to find solutions to rising ferry fares and missed subsidies, complain islanders struggling to get their kids to hospital. Matthew Scott reports.

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Expat NZ voters see the sky hasn't fallen back home

For overseas voters, the deciding issues won't be crime or the cost of living crisis. Distance gives us a perspective about the modern values NZ has embraced – yet risks casting aside.

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Willis looks to end 39-year blue drought in Ōhāriu

The seat of Ōhāriu, in Wellington's leafy and affluent northern suburbs, is shaping up to be one of the most hard-fought electorate battles in this year's election.

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NZ media cleared in Posie Parker coverage

MediaRoom column: Regulators dismiss 16 of 16 complaints over media reporting of the visit of anti-trans activist Posie Parker

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Hipkins' Hail Mary falls short in new poll

In a week where Labour pitted free dental care against a National tax plan riddled with holes, Chris Hipkins looks to have lost – proving the point voters are simply looking for change, writes Jo Moir.

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National to go hard, early on vaccination

National's leader all but rules out anti-vaxxers in a Cabinet he leads as he announces cash incentives to raise immunisation rates, alongside restored health targets.

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A brief note on Māori literature, 2023

The capital of New Zealand writing is set to be Rotorua, as host of the 2023 Māori Writers Festival

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Treasury pre-election outlook to show economy under increasing pressure

Rising fuel prices raise temperatures at No 1 The Terrace, and raise eyebrows further up the road at the Commerce Commission. Andrew Patterson reports.

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Ruapehu bidder says fields don't make financial sense

Ngāti Tūwharetoa has taken its offer off the table and will take legal action if the sale isn't halted, reports Andrew Bevin

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The Sure Things: Ex-gym owner Georgie Dansey relies on people power

Georgie Dansey’s campaign for Hamilton East will almost be child’s-play compared with the tense, scandal-driven Hamilton West by-election she was thrust into late last year. Emma Hatton reports.

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