The host of Q+A says the central cost of living policies for the two major parties have become increasing liabilities in the context of their election campaigns.
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New Zealand fans will tune in tomorrow morning for the Namibia clash, but perhaps more out of morbid curiosity than anything else, Scotty Stevenson writes.
While she failed to recognise how National's policies would impact the housing market, she was still the favourite for the crowd of 400 in Queenstown, just for being the National candidate.
Launched on Sunday, the online tool has already amassed over 150,000 responses.
Eleven fire trucks are on site to try and put out the blaze on the second floor.
All Blacks defence coach Scott McLeod said Namibia provides a good opportunity for players to push their cases to either earn a starting spot going forward or retain it.
It comes as three independent economists released their own modelling this week, which claimed National’s policy had a shortfall of around $500 million.
Police are investigating three aggravated robberies in the city, all of which saw offenders armed with weapons.
From David Lange to Judith Collins, the Leaders' Debates have produced a number of memorable moments.
Inquiries are underway into how the crash happened.
Steve Price has been named as a contestant for the latest season of the reality TV show where he’ll be up against Kiwi actors, comedians and other notable figures.
Dariush Talagi, 24, and Tiari Boon-Harris, 23, are wanted in relation to the killing of Sione Tuuholoaki, 26, on August 3.
Police spoke to the driver who travels over the bridge "at least once a month".
The Kiwi crew cruised to three wins from three practice races off Vilanova i la Geltru, just down the coast from Barcelona.
She has hosted Saturday Morning since 2002.
The rapper wanted to remove the windows and electricity supply from his house to turn it into a "bomb shelter from the 1910s" where he could "hide from the Kardashians".
Parking charges could be introduced in the retail area of Maunganui Rd and along the beachfronts of the popular seaside suburb as part of the Mount Maunganui Parking Strategy.
Vote Compass data has shown high prices to be the nation's number one concern for the election, but some areas are facing other significant issues.
The SPCA has confirmed it has filed 18 charges under the Animal Welfare Act against Lena Duncan for the alleged mistreatment of over a dozen horses.
Police said two men, allegedly armed with a knife and a bat, robbed the Strathmore Local at the start of August.
1News reporters bring you the latest election updates from across the country.
The state attorney's office released several video clips of the incident at Florida's Miami International Airport.
Stories about other people's struggles and triumphs in their reo journey have always inspired Sunday reporter Tania Page. So, she's sharing her own for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori to help others experiencing the same rollercoaster.
He was so tall that he'd drink out of the kitchen sink and steal food off the counters when he was feeling mischievous.
Ashburton's first Night Noodle Market will also be its last - at least with that name.
The Awatoto bridge, a lifeline for the region, was washed out when Cyclone Gabrielle struck seven months ago.
A year on from the devastating floods, Nelson City Council voted to approve the deal in principle.
An ad says the successful candidate will need to be "emotionally intelligent" with "low ego".
The prize includes business class return flights for two, seven nights hotel accommodation, and $5000 spending money.
The latest 1News Verian polling saw Hipkins' approval rating plunge, with National and ACT in a position to govern.
A University of Otago study concluded that children's water safety competency increased more in open water environments rather than a pool.
