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• Former National MP Chris Finlayson Urges Party to Declare War on NZ First as Coalition Fractures

  Published: May 2, 2026

  Section: Politics

  A prominent former National Cabinet minister has issued a blistering critique of the current government, suggesting the governing coalition may not survive until the 2026 election....

• Winston Peters Admits to "Process Mistake" Following Leak of Sensitive Iran War Emails

  Published: May 1, 2026

  Section: Politics

  New Zealand’s coalition government is facing a significant internal crisis after Foreign Minister Winston Peters authorized the release of internal emails regarding the nation's st...

• Speaker of the House Suspends TVNZ Political Editor Over Parliamentary Rule Breaches

  Published: May 1, 2026

  Section: Politics

  In a rare disciplinary move at the New Zealand Parliament, the Speaker has issued a five day suspension to TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman. The sanctions follow a determination...

• New Zealand Lawmakers Clash in High-Stakes 'Open Mic' Session as Election Loom

  Published: Apr 27, 2026

  Section: Politics

  Lawmakers in Wellington engaged in a volatile General Debate this week, utilizing the rare unscripted parliamentary session to trade blows over trade deals and legislative changes....