Tag: elections
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New Zealand First Introduces Bill for Binding Referendum on Māori Seats
New Zealand First has introduced a Member's Bill proposing a binding referendum on the future of separate Māori seats in Parliament, aiming to hold the vote alongside the November 2026 general election at no additional cost.
Finance New Zealand FirstMāori seatsMember's Bill2026 ElectionNews and PoliticsElectionsGovernment
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Southland Federated Farmers President Jason Herrick to Stand for New Zealand First
Southland dairy farmer and Federated Farmers President Jason Herrick has been announced as the New Zealand First candidate for the Southland Electorate in the upcoming general election, bringing his rural advocacy experience to the political stage.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsElectionAgricultureEconomyAustralasia Jason HerrickNew Zealand FirstSouthland ElectorateFederated FarmersPoliticsElections
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Wellington City Council Adopts Annual Plan and Long-Term Plan Amendment
Wellington City Council adopts its 2025-26 Annual Plan and an amendment to the 2024-34 Long-term Plan, setting investment for the year. Council emphasizes local elections' role in addressing key issues.
Politics and GovernmentWorldSocial IssuesEnvironmentState GovernmentsElectionsClimate ChangeTransportationEducationAustralasia
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Federated Farmers Demand Rates Overhaul to Alleviate Rural Burden
Federated Farmers is advocating for an overhaul of council funding and spending, calling for fair rates for rural ratepayers, and urging voters to back candidates committed to capping rate increases at inflation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentState GovernmentsEconomyAgriculture Federated FarmersSandra FaulknerLocal GovernmentRatesRuralElectionsClimate Policy
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New Zealand Weather Emergency: Flooding, Power Outages, and Travel Disruptions
New Zealand faces widespread flooding in Canterbury, power outages in Wellington, and travel disruptions. KiwiSaver returns are hit by market ructions, while Levin farmers launch mushroom coffee.
WeatherBusinessPolitics and GovernmentSportHealthAustraliaGeneral WeatherFinancial MarketsBankingMedical ScienceGeneral PoliticsElections CanterburyWellingtonKiwiSaverFloodingPower OutagesMedia Monitor
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Man Found Not Guilty of Murder by Reason of Insanity... Again
A man previously ruled insane after a killing has killed again, raising questions about mental health system failures. Wild weather approaches, and the Australian election sees Labor ahead.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherHealthSportWorldAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsMental HealthGeneral WeatherElections