Junior doctors warn that voluntary redundancies will harm patient care, while Northland nurses call out substandard conditions. Political and economic challenges loom large, from DOC budget cuts risking environmental damage to concerns over academic freedom. The passing of Kīngi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII marks a significant moment for Te Ao Māori, with tributes honoring his leadership and commitment.
Union coverage
- STONZ: Junior doctors warn losing admin staff will hurt patients after call for voluntary redundancies
- NZNO: Hospital running shifts without on-site doctor substandard, Northland nurses say
- PSA: DIA to cull two branches as part of cost-cutting measures
Employment
Politics
- Shadows of US-China contest over Pacific Islands Forum
- Fears DOC budget cuts will lead to more contamination after Waikato river turns orange
- Four mines included in draft Fast-track bill that was floated during coalition negotiations
- New Zealand First member’s bill seeks to disband Auckland Transport
- Te Pāti Māori ‘more aware and respectful’ of Parliament’s relationship with courts
- Minister Shane Jones to get another talking to over judiciary commentary
- Police drop investigation into National MP
Te Ao Māori
- Māori King Tuheitia dies aged 69, just days after Koroneihana
- Obituary: Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, Māori King, dies at 69
- ‘Unwavering commitment’: Tributes flow for Kīngi Tuheitia
Economics
- Air New Zealand wants to explore routes to India – CEO Greg Foran
- Business confidence rises as interest rates fall
- Mercury Energy denies it is to blame for Winstone Pulp International mill closures
Opinion
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