FMA chief executive Samantha Barrass leaves her role after suspension over an investigation into workplace conduct, as a separate culture inquiry continues.

Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster calls for a review of laws covering smart glasses and wearable technology capable of covertly filming people.

The Government unveils its final AML reform bill, proposing simpler customer checks and stronger powers to freeze suspicious transactions.

Rates cap bill passes its first reading, with councils set to face limits on annual rate increases and a 2% to 4% target range.

Casey Costello is appointed New Zealand’s Organised Crime Minister, with plans for a multi-agency taskforce and new action on organised crime.

A barrister faces a misconduct charge after allegedly having sex with a client who was a close friend of his wife, raising ...

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A real estate agent who refused to take a mandatory Māori studies CPD course faces a career-ending licence cancellation after the industry watchdog rejected her bid for an exemption. Auckland estate ...

Chris Trotter examines NZ First’s shift to the Right, Luxon’s coalition dilemma and the potential of the Opportunity Party in the 2026 election.

Court Minister Nicole McKee clarifies community magistrates’ proposed powers as lawyers oppose allowing them to determine guilt in category 2 trials ...