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Are voters falling out of love with our major parties?

Analysis: NZ sours on National and Labour, minor parties on the rise

The last time Labour and National's ranking combined was this low was in 1996.

Number of students leaving mainstream school system doubles

A report has recommended major changes to keep more at-risk teens in school and a new model of alternative education for those who leave.

2:22

A temporary road, connecting Joshua Carder Dr to Squadron Dr, will be open soon at Scott Point.

New Zealand

Temporary road to ease traffic nightmare in Auckland suburb

Auckland Transport has completed a temporary road in a northwest Auckland suburb to provide a vital link between residents and nearby Hobsonville Point.

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks to the media outside 10 Downing Street to announce his resignation.

World

How Starmer went from Labour hero to calling it quits in two years

Starmer's popularity plunged amid a struggling economy, a series of policy missteps, one particularly poor appointment and a perceived lack of vision.

Sir Brian Roche faces questioning over claims ministers were misled in briefings about the scheme.

Politics

Claim Parliament may have been misled over failed $33m govt IT project

An inquiry will establish the facts and make findings about the integrity of MBIE's conduct, including whether officials may have misled ministers.

Business

NZ's largest bank cuts some fixed home loan interest rates

The changes across the bank's fixed and special rates are effective from tomorrow.

The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image).

Politics

Party leaders react to new 1News poll, play down newcomer's rise

Meanwhile, leaders with parties down in the new poll have brushed off the results.

4:35

Politics

Poll: Big two parties at 30-year low, Opportunity nears 5% threshold

Both Labour and National have taken falls in the latest 1News Verian poll.

5:38

Ōrau, a popular stretch of Dunedin coastline with beaches and nearshore reefs.

Te Ao Māori

Ngāi Tahu, DOC launch five new ‘national parks of the sea’

After years of work and legal battles five new marine reserves are about to open along the Otago and South Canterbury coast, protecting some of Aotearoa’s most endangered species.

2:32

Chief Human Rights Commissioner Dr Stephen Rainbow.

Politics

Human Rights Commissioner under investigation over 'conduct concerns'

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith did not specify the nature of the concerns raised.

Politics

Poll: Big two parties at 30-year low, Opportunity nears 5% threshold

Both Labour and National have taken falls in the latest 1News Verian poll.

5:38

Te Ao Māori

Ngāi Tahu, DOC launch five new ‘national parks of the sea’

After years of work and legal battles five new marine reserves are about to open along the Otago and South Canterbury coast, protecting some of Aotearoa’s most endangered species.

2:32

Politics

Human Rights Commissioner under investigation over 'conduct concerns'

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith did not specify the nature of the concerns raised.

Politics

Analysis: NZ sours on National and Labour, minor parties on the rise

The last time Labour and National's ranking combined was this low was in 1996.

New Zealand

Number of students leaving mainstream school system doubles

A report has recommended major changes to keep more at-risk teens in school and a new model of alternative education for those who leave.

2:22

New Zealand

Temporary road to ease traffic nightmare in Auckland suburb

Auckland Transport has completed a temporary road in a northwest Auckland suburb to provide a vital link between residents and nearby Hobsonville Point.

World

How Starmer went from Labour hero to calling it quits in two years

Starmer's popularity plunged amid a struggling economy, a series of policy missteps, one particularly poor appointment and a perceived lack of vision.

Politics

Claim Parliament may have been misled over failed $33m govt IT project

An inquiry will establish the facts and make findings about the integrity of MBIE's conduct, including whether officials may have misled ministers.

Business

NZ's largest bank cuts some fixed home loan interest rates

The changes across the bank's fixed and special rates are effective from tomorrow.

New All Black Anton Segner passes the ball after the squad announcement in Feilding in front of head coach Dave Rennie.

Rugby

Analysis: How newcomer Anton Segner can lift All Blacks loosies

The standout Blues player could play a key role with the in-form Peter Lakai, skipper Ardie Savea and Wallace Sititi, writes Patrick McKendry.

The road up to Denniston Coal Mine on the West Coast

Environment

Councillor says NZ burdened by 'heavy-duty' environmental reporting

Proposed reforms to reporting laws draw mixed views, with critics warning less frequent data could weaken environmental oversight.

Politics

Poll: Big two parties at 30-year low, Opportunity nears 5% threshold

Both Labour and National have taken falls in the latest 1News Verian poll.

5:38

Te Ao Māori

Ngāi Tahu, DOC launch five new ‘national parks of the sea’

After years of work and legal battles five new marine reserves are about to open along the Otago and South Canterbury coast, protecting some of Aotearoa’s most endangered species.

2:32

Rugby

Analysis: How newcomer Anton Segner can lift All Blacks loosies

The standout Blues player could play a key role with the in-form Peter Lakai, skipper Ardie Savea and Wallace Sititi, writes Patrick McKendry.

Environment

Councillor says NZ burdened by 'heavy-duty' environmental reporting

Proposed reforms to reporting laws draw mixed views, with critics warning less frequent data could weaken environmental oversight.

Politics

Human Rights Commissioner under investigation over 'conduct concerns'

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith did not specify the nature of the concerns raised.

Politics

Analysis: NZ sours on National and Labour, minor parties on the rise

The last time Labour and National's ranking combined was this low was in 1996.

New Zealand

Number of students leaving mainstream school system doubles

A report has recommended major changes to keep more at-risk teens in school and a new model of alternative education for those who leave.

2:22

New Zealand

Temporary road to ease traffic nightmare in Auckland suburb

Auckland Transport has completed a temporary road in a northwest Auckland suburb to provide a vital link between residents and nearby Hobsonville Point.

World

How Starmer went from Labour hero to calling it quits in two years

Starmer's popularity plunged amid a struggling economy, a series of policy missteps, one particularly poor appointment and a perceived lack of vision.

Politics

Claim Parliament may have been misled over failed $33m govt IT project

An inquiry will establish the facts and make findings about the integrity of MBIE's conduct, including whether officials may have misled ministers.

Politics

Analysis: NZ sours on National and Labour, minor parties on the rise

The last time Labour and National's ranking combined was this low was in 1996.

New Zealand

Number of students leaving mainstream school system doubles

A report has recommended major changes to keep more at-risk teens in school and a new model of alternative education for those who leave.

2:22

New Zealand

Temporary road to ease traffic nightmare in Auckland suburb

Auckland Transport has completed a temporary road in a northwest Auckland suburb to provide a vital link between residents and nearby Hobsonville Point.

World

How Starmer went from Labour hero to calling it quits in two years

Starmer's popularity plunged amid a struggling economy, a series of policy missteps, one particularly poor appointment and a perceived lack of vision.

Politics

Claim Parliament may have been misled over failed $33m govt IT project

An inquiry will establish the facts and make findings about the integrity of MBIE's conduct, including whether officials may have misled ministers.

Business

NZ's largest bank cuts some fixed home loan interest rates

The changes across the bank's fixed and special rates are effective from tomorrow.

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