The PM dumps two of his ministers, case closed on a rat foot found in garlic bread, and the controversy over moving a giant pāua shell statue.
1 Luxon axes two of his ministers: 'We need more senior representation'
Christopher Luxon has sacked Melissa Lee as media minister and stripped Penny Simmonds of her disability issues portfolio, in his first significant re-shuffle as prime minister - only five months into his coalition government.
It follows controversies and pressure in both ministers' portfolios in recent months.
2 Lost luggage threatens NZDF's Gallipoli Anzac Day plans
Wild weather in the Middle East has triggered fears for New Zealand's participation in the Anzac Day dawn service at Gallipoli this year, after luggage was lost in transit as the Kiwi contingent headed to Turkey.
Dubai suffered severe flooding last week – and amid the chaos, New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) bags were lost.
3 Case closed: Likely source of rat's foot in garlic bread revealed
A food safety investigation has uncovered the most likely origin of a rodent's foot found in garlic bread a 10-month-old baby was eating last month.
Forensic analysis uncovered a key fact: The rodent foot was uncooked.
4 'Dishonesty': 50,000 off benefits target will include people who die, go to prison
The Government's target to have 50,000 fewer people on a benefit by 2030 will include those who go to prison, move overseas — and those who die — not just those who enter the workforce. 1News political reporter Felix Desmarais investigates.
5 Disabled ministry gives new 'clarifications' on purchasing rules
The Ministry for Disabled Peoples has provided "clarifications" on purchasing rules for flexible funding support following feedback from both the community and providers.
ONE MISSED OPPORTUNITY
The prime minister has stripped Melissa Lee of her media portfolio. Her time in Cabinet may have been extended if she'd ever put forward a plan for the industry, writes Q+A presenter Jack Tame.
ONE CONTROVERSIAL PĀUA RE-LOCATION
The relocation of a giant Southland pāua shell statue has undergone a robust consultation — but not everyone is happy with the end result.
Ōraka Aparima Community Board chair Michael Weusten said he had copped flak about the new location following a recent television appearance.
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