Saturday, November 29, 2025

Politics

NZ First introduces Bill to protect ability to use cash

The New Zealand First political party has introduced a Member’s Bill that would protect New Zealanders’ ability to use cash. The Bill will provide for...

Local elections candidates invited to showcase themselves

With this year’s local elections almost upon us, the Franklin Times is calling for candidates standing to represent the Franklin or Manurewa-Papakura wards on...

Q&A with Judith Collins KC, Defence Minister on the offensive

New Zealand’s Defence Minister has always told it straight with dignity, intelligence, reasoned argument and professionalism that reflects her distinguished legal experience and strong...

Weaving the fabric of our future

By Waikato District Mayor Jacqui Church In today’s complex world, it’s easy to get distracted by the noise. But here in the Waikato District, we...

On the budget treadmill

By Andy Baker, Franklin ward councillor In late May, Auckland Council adopted our latest budget. It feels like (because we are) on a constant treadmill...

Time to take a stand

Nominations for local body elections open on Friday, July 4, and only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing. In Auckland, there are a total...

New Zealand First MP resigning from Parliament

New Zealand First MP Tanya Unkovich has announced today, June 27, that she’s resigning from Parliament. “After careful consideration, I have made the decision to resign...

Parent Boost visa to help bring families together

By Simeon Brown, Member of Parliament for Pakuranga The Government recently announced a new ‘Parent Boost’ visa category, aimed at making it easier for...

Serious response to serious problems

By Casey Costello, Minister of Customs, Seniors As a former police officer who served mostly in the Counties Manukau district, I am keenlyaware of...

Government to refocus health system on outcomes

The Government will introduce legislation to ensure the health system is “more accountable, more efficient, and focused on delivering better outcomes for patients”. “After years...