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New Zealand smoking ban U-turn could be first of many steps to demolish Jacinda Ardern’s legacy

From housing reforms and workers’ rights to the Treaty of Waitangi, the new conservative coalition government is set to chip away at progressive policies enacted by the former prime minister, reports Maroosha Muzaffar

The Independent UK

BAN vs NZ first Test | Phillips takes 4 wickets after Mahmudul Hasan’s good start

New Zealand tour of Bangladesh: Bangladesh vs New Zealand first Test on November 28, 2023 — Day 1

The Hindu

All eyes on cash rate track as NZ reserve bank meets

The market expectation is for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to leave the official cash rate unchanged at its final meeting of 2023.

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New Zealand prepares for 'strong' Bangladesh in first Test

New Zealand's Tim Southee looks forward to Test series in Bangladesh, hoping spinners will outwit "strong" opponents. Kiwis have not won a Test in Bangladesh since 2008 but have high hopes for spin-heavy squad.

The Hindu

New Zealand reverses anti-smoking law

The reversal is meant to raise tax revenue, but critics claim this "win" for Big Tobacco will cost many lives

Salon

New Zealand's new government plans to roll back cigarette ban as it funds tax cuts

Prime Minister Chris Luxon was sworn in on Monday — and strict anti-smoking laws are set to become a casualty of the compromises needed to form a governing coalition.

WEKU

Where is smoking outlawed? How other countries have clamped down

A controversial ban on smoking outside pubs aims to boost nation's health, Health Secretary Wes Streeting has confirmed

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Bride ‘heartbroken’ as Hobbit wedding cancelled after cruise ship is turned away from port

The groom said he was ‘ready to explode’ when ship blunder meant they were unable to dock

The Independent UK

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has full belief in bowlers ahead of Test series with New Zealand

NEW DELHI: Despite winning only one match in the last two World Test Championship cycles combined, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto expresses confidence in his team's bowling unit to bring about a positive change in fortunes.

The Times of India

EU-NZ Trade Pact Gets Brussels' Final Green Light

Brussels on Monday gave the final green light for an EU-New Zealand trade deal that, while mutually lowering barriers for both markets, highlights the recent failure of EU-Australia negotiations.

International Business Times

New Zealand brace for 'hard-fought' Test series against depleted Bangladesh

NEW DELHI: New Zealand captain Tim Southee expressed anticipation for a challenging Test series, acknowledging the absence of key players from the Bangladesh side.

The Times of India

New Zealand to repeal flagship generational smoking ban in move slammed by health experts

Public health officials aghast at sudden reversal

The Independent UK

Incoming New Zealand Govt To Abandon Anti-smoking Laws

New Zealand's incoming conservative government will jettison world-leading measures to stub out smoking, new Prime Minister Christopher Luxon confirmed Monday, in a move described by health campaigners as a "huge win for the tobacco industry".

International Business Times

New Zealand in U-turn on plans for historic ban on smoking

Health experts have warned that the move will cost thousands of lives

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‘Cruise to nowhere’: passengers on NZ P&O cruise plagued by bad weather and biosecurity issues

‘Outcry’ about New Zealand holiday plans being scuttled by rough seas and invasive species prompts P&O to offer onboard credits and refunds

The Times of India

New Zealand aim to translate World Cup experience into success in Bangladesh Tests

NEW DELHI: New Zealand are gearing up for their ICC World Test Championship campaign in Bangladesh, drawing inspiration from their recent stint at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in India. Despite a semifinal exit in the 50-over tournament, the Black Caps are eager to refocus on Test cricket as…

International Business Times

Luxon Sworn In As New Prime Minister Of New Zealand

Former airline boss Christopher Luxon formally took office as New Zealand's prime minister Monday, vowing to tame inflation and bring down interest rates.

The Independent UK

Christopher Luxon sworn in as New Zealand prime minister, says priority is to improve economy

Christopher Luxon has been sworn in as New Zealand’s prime minister and says his priority is to improve the economy

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The Conversation

Why redefining the Treaty principles would undermine real political equality in NZ

All three parties in New Zealand’s new coalition government went into the election promising to diminish various Māori-based policies or programs. But it was the ACT Party that went furthest, calling for a referendum to redefine the “principles” of te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi.

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand scraps world-first smoking ‘generation ban’ to fund tax cuts

Health experts say axing plan to block sales of tobacco products to next generation will cost thousands of lives

AAP

Luxon's New Zealand government sworn in and take office

New Zealand's National-led coalition is in office, with Chris Luxon sworn in as prime minister along with his 30-strong team of ministers.

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An Aussie Couple Has Missed Their Own Wedding In NZ After Their Cruise Ship Got Turned Around

A couple from Sydney missed their wedding in Hobbiton after their cruise ship was denied entry by New Zealand's border authorities.

AAP

NZ PM-to-be Luxon unveils coalition compromises

New Zealand's National party has shed a number of its election promises as it negotiated a coalition agreement with the ACT and NZ First parties.

The Independent UK

England’s smoking phase-out ‘unchanged’ as New Zealand ‘will repeal law’

Downing Street said the plan to make it an offence for anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, to be sold tobacco products was ‘critical’.

Evening Standard

New Zealand's National Party forms centre-right coalition after intense negotiations

The deal ends six weeks of intense negotiations following a general election on October 14

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