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Minister admits comments on state care abuse stats may have misled public

Karen Chhour says she "never intended to mislead" after incorrectly suggesting abuse figures measured different levels of harm, as overall abuse in state care reaches record levels.

Labour has 'listened and learned' since 2023 defeat - Hipkins

Speaking to Q+A with Jack Tame a year out from the 2026 general election, Hipkins defended Labour's proposed capital gains tax (CGT), free doctors' visits, and reinstatement of pay equity.

Maths curriculum changes defended by minister amid teacher outcry

Some educators say they have been "blind-sided" by the changes which are "too much" for students to cope with.

Luxon meets with Xi, new Japanese PM, and other world leaders

Luxon met formally with the leaders of the United Arab Emirates, Brunei and Indonesia, as well as informal meetings with the new Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.