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Chris Hipkins: New Zealand's outgoing prime minister reveals he has a secret girlfriend after crushing election defeat - and makes a big call on his future in politics
1 year, 2 months ago

Chris Hipkins: New Zealand's outgoing prime minister reveals he has a secret girlfriend after crushing election defeat - and makes a big call on his future in politics

Daily Mail  

New Zealand's outgoing prime minister, Chris Hipkins, has revealed his 'secret' girlfriend after his overwhelming election defeat. New Zealand's outgoing prime minister, Chris Hipkins, has revealed his 'secret' girlfriend was the best thing that happened to him this year. Pictured: Mr Hipkins with girlfriend Toni Toni accompanied Mr Hipkins as he spoke to media on election day, but many didn't …

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Jacinda Ardern tears up in final interview and admits she was 'tired' as New Zealand PM
1 year, 8 months ago

Jacinda Ardern tears up in final interview and admits she was 'tired' as New Zealand PM

Daily Mail  

Jacinda Ardern said she feels tired and acknowledged her leadership became a political flashpoint for some people as she reflected on her five-year term as New Zealand's prime minister. The ex-Labour leader defended her government's record on policy priorities such as reducing child poverty and climate change, saying any prime minister who said they'd achieved perfection wasn't being honest. Jacinda …

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Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation ‘proves more work to be done to keep women in politics’
1 year, 10 months ago

Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation ‘proves more work to be done to keep women in politics’

The Independent  

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Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister

The Independent  

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By quitting, Jacinda Ardern sets an example
1 year, 11 months ago

By quitting, Jacinda Ardern sets an example

Hindustan Times  

It is a rare moment when a politician steps down from their powerful perch. On Thursday, though, New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern broke away from this tradition with a shock announcement that she was going to quit. Holding back tears, Ms Ardern said she had no more in the tank to continue, adding that she was only human. PREMIUM …

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Jacinda Ardern announces resignation as New Zealand prime minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern announces resignation as New Zealand prime minister

ABC  

Jacinda Ardern has announced her shock resignation as New Zealand prime minister, while also calling an election on October 14. Ms Ardern has been New Zealand's prime minister since 2017. With regards to the upcoming elections in October, Ms Ardern said she still believed New Zealand Labour would win, but signalled that Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson would not put …

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Jacinda Ardern and New Zealand Labour's popularity plunges in latest poll
2 years ago

Jacinda Ardern and New Zealand Labour's popularity plunges in latest poll

Daily Mail  

It comes amid concerns from Kiwis about the cost of living and crime in NZ Labour's popularity fell to 33 per cent while the Nationals rose to 38 per cent Ms Ardern recorded her lowest approval rating since she took office in 2017 Support for NZ's prime minister Jacinda Ardern has plunged in a recent poll New Zealand Prime Minister …

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Penny Wong claims Australia has 'much to learn' from New Zealand to improve Indigenous perspective
2 years ago

Penny Wong claims Australia has 'much to learn' from New Zealand to improve Indigenous perspective

Daily Mail  

Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has said Australia has 'much to learn' from New Zealand and urged our nation to work towards embedding Indigenous perspectives into international policy in a similar way to the Kiwis. Senator Wong met with New Zealand's Minister for Foreign Affairs Nanaia Mahuta for the biannual Foreign Minister Consultations in Canberra on Friday, following the first …

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Jacinda Ardern, Sanna Marin meet in New Zealand after Finland 'party PM' scandal
2 years ago

Jacinda Ardern, Sanna Marin meet in New Zealand after Finland 'party PM' scandal

Daily Mail  

Jacinda Ardern and Finland's PM have slammed claims their first face-to-face meeting in New Zealand happened just because they are both young female leaders. Answering questions from reporters, the leaders criticised suggestions their meeting only took place because they were both young women Ms Marin was in New Zealand for her first official tour, which is also the first visit …

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Crime takes off in Jacinda Ardern's New Zealand
2 years ago

Crime takes off in Jacinda Ardern's New Zealand

Daily Mail  

Opposition leader has promised crackdown on crime if he is elected next year Murder comes as offenders target corner stores in smash-and-grab burglaries Prime Minister Jacinta Ardern comforted the widow of Janak Patel at his funeral The violent murder of a dairy worker has become emblematic of Auckland's crime woes, deepening troubles for Jacinda Ardern's government. On Sunday, Ms Ardern …

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Jacinda Ardern on 16yos voting: New Zealand prime minister backs lowering age amid opposition
2 years, 1 month ago

Jacinda Ardern on 16yos voting: New Zealand prime minister backs lowering age amid opposition

Daily Mail  

The Nationals party, who hold 27.5 per cent of parliament, oppose the idea The Supreme Court ruled not giving 16, 17 year olds the vote is discriminatory New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has come out in support of letting Kiwi kids head to the polls as soon as they turn 16. The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that prohibiting …

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New Zealand proposes taxing cow burps, angering farmers
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand proposes taxing cow burps, angering farmers

The Hindu  

New Zealand's government on October 11 proposed taxing the greenhouse gasses that farm animals make from burping and peeing as part of a plan to tackle climate change. Federated Farmers, the industry's main lobby group, said the plan would “rip the guts out of small town New Zealand” and see farms replaced with trees. Instead, he said farmers would be …

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Jacinda Ardern says New Zealand's no-nuclear line on AUKUS subs met with 'understanding and appreciation' in Australia
2 years, 5 months ago

Jacinda Ardern says New Zealand's no-nuclear line on AUKUS subs met with 'understanding and appreciation' in Australia

ABC  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has reaffirmed her country's long-standing policy of not allowing nuclear-powered vessels in its waters, saying the rule was well understood in Australia. Key points: Jacinda Ardern says New Zealand will continue to take a "strong, principled position" on its nuclear-free zone New Zealand banned ships with nuclear weapons and nuclear-powered vessels in its waters …

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New Zealand to fully reopen borders, welcome skilled workers
2 years, 7 months ago

New Zealand to fully reopen borders, welcome skilled workers

The Hindu  

New Zealand will reopen its borders to tourists from all countries by July, allow back cruise ships and make it easier for skilled workers to immigrate as it looks outward to the world again following the COVID-19 pandemic, the government said Wednesday. “Today I can announce that New Zealand fully reopens to the world by July 31, completing our reconnecting …

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New Zealand is hit by Canada-style freedom convoy
2 years, 10 months ago

New Zealand is hit by Canada-style freedom convoy

Daily Mail  

New Zealand's capital was partially brought to a standstill today as a 'freedom convoy' of Covid protesters rolled into town and blocked roads around parliament. Hundreds of cars, trucks and motorbikes carrying thousands of people drove from across the country and converged in Wellington on Tuesday morning to protests against Jacinda Ardern's hardline pandemic policies. A freedom convoy of trucks, …

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Pacific tsunami threat recedes, volcano ash hinders response
2 years, 11 months ago

Pacific tsunami threat recedes, volcano ash hinders response

The Hindu  

The tsunami threat around the Pacific from a huge undersea volcanic eruption began to recede Sunday, but the massive ash cloud covering the tiny island nation of Tonga prevented surveillance flights from New Zealand to assess the extent of damage. Ms Ardern said New Zealand was unable to send a surveillance flight over Tonga on Sunday because the ash cloud …

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New Zealand Covid: Jacinda Ardern extends strict lockdown for Auckland for at least another week
3 years, 3 months ago

New Zealand Covid: Jacinda Ardern extends strict lockdown for Auckland for at least another week

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New Zealand prime minister announced …

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Coronavirus New Zealand: Lockdown to end in NZ but stay in place for Auckland after 20 new cases
3 years, 3 months ago

Coronavirus New Zealand: Lockdown to end in NZ but stay in place for Auckland after 20 new cases

Daily Mail  

Jacinda Ardern's government is ending New Zealand's lockdown outside Auckland after seeing a dip in COVID-19 cases. In a likely reference to Australia, Ms Ardern said 'what I don't want to do is make the mistake of moving too quickly and then seeing a resurgence because that has happened with Delta before' Places outside of NZ's biggest city will shift …

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Jacinda Ardern apologises for 'racist' dawn raids on New Zealand's Pacific community
3 years, 4 months ago

Jacinda Ardern apologises for 'racist' dawn raids on New Zealand's Pacific community

ABC  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has formally apologised for police crackdowns in the 1970s that "unfairly targeted" the country's Pacific community. Key points: Ms Ardern expressed "sorrow" and "remorse" on behalf of the NZ government Pacific people were over-represented in prosecutions resulting from the raids Pacific Peoples Minister William Sio described the raids as "racism of the worst kind" …

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Jacinda Ardern suspends New Zealand travel bubble with Australia
3 years, 5 months ago

Jacinda Ardern suspends New Zealand travel bubble with Australia

ABC  

The New Zealand government has suspended the travel bubble with Australia, saying the threat from ongoing Delta COVID-19 outbreaks is now too great. Key points: Jacinda Ardern says NZ will not risk its COVID-19 elimination strategy by allowing quarantine-free to continue She says Delta has "changed the risk profile" The suspension will be reassessed in eight weeks From 11:59pm on …

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Rose Byrne to play New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in upcoming film They Are Us
3 years, 6 months ago

Rose Byrne to play New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in upcoming film They Are Us

Daily Mail  

Rose Byrne is about to get political in her latest role. The Australian actress, 41, has been cast as New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in upcoming film They Are Us. Fans will see a different side of the Bridesmaids star as she plays the political leader in the wake of the tragic 2019 Christchurch mosque shootings. Serious role: Rose …

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China trying to drive a wedge between Australia and NZ, Scott Morrison says
3 years, 6 months ago

China trying to drive a wedge between Australia and NZ, Scott Morrison says

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has suggested that China is trying to drive a wedge between Australia and New Zealand, after holding annual talks with Jacinda Ardern. Key points: Jacinda Ardern says New Zealand and Australia are in "exactly the same place" regarding trade and human rights New Zealand has announced it will join Australia's action against China in the World …

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Jacinda Ardern says differences between NZ and China 'becoming harder to reconcile'
3 years, 7 months ago

Jacinda Ardern says differences between NZ and China 'becoming harder to reconcile'

ABC  

Jacinda Ardern says differences between New Zealand's and China's values and interests are "becoming harder to reconcile" as Beijing's role in the world grows and changes. Key points: The NZ PM's comments came amid growing tension between China and some of New Zealand's key partners US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said China had been acting "more aggressively abroad" Ms …

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Australians flock to New Zealand as trans-Tasman travel bubble gets underway
3 years, 8 months ago

Australians flock to New Zealand as trans-Tasman travel bubble gets underway

ABC  

Almost 2,000 Australians flew to New Zealand to mark the first day of the trans-Tasman travel bubble, but NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has cautioned flights may be paused if the country finds itself plunged back in lockdown. Key points: Jacinda Ardern said roughly 1,800 Australians flew to New Zealand on 30 flights on Monday While a one-way travel bubble …

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