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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

New Zealand coalition votes to make English an official language as critics slam cynical' bill

A bill to make English an official language of New Zealand passed its first parliamentary reading, supported by the coalition government despite opposition criticism that it is unnecessary and politically motivated.
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6 days ago

Fleeing New Zealand to live in Australia? I'm right there with you, Jacinda Ardern | Johanna Cosgrove

Just this week our prime minister announced that the government is giving police officers new powers to move on rough sleepers or people displaying disorderly behaviour in town and city centres. Breaching an order risks a fine of up to NZ$2,000 or three-month jail term. Instead of investing in infrastructure to support the most vulnerable members of our community, authorities want to sweep the problem under the rug and punish them for it.
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Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Anger over plans to abolish New Zealand's dedicated environment ministry

New Zealand's government plans to abolish its dedicated environment ministry by folding it into a mega-ministry covering housing, urban development, transport, and local government, citing reduced bureaucracy, though critics warn this could weaken environmental protections.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The government doesn't care': Maori greet New Zealand PM with indifference at muted Waitangi

Attendance at Waitangi grounds was very low, indicating Indigenous fatigue, breakdown of trust, and desire to refocus on Maori communities rather than protest.
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World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Guaranteed Maori seats on New Zealand councils to be slashed by more than half

Binding referendums required by a 2024 law reversal eliminated more than half of guaranteed Maori ward seats on New Zealand councils, reducing Indigenous representation.
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