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The Green Party Co-Leader discusses what led her into politics, why we need more wāhine Māori in leadership, and whether she could ever form a government with National.
“Growing up in a family of activists, I was always encouraged to stand up for collective justice that would help communities with...
New Zealand
National MP Stripped Of All Portfolios Following Threatening Incident Towards LGBTQ+ MP Shanan Halbert
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National MP Tim van de Molen has been found in contempt of Parliament and stripped of all portfolios after making inappropriate and aggressive actions towards Northcote MP Shanan Halbert.
The incident in question occurred after a meeting of the Transport and Industrial Relations Committee on June 29. An altercation arose...
Around the World
Estonia Becomes First Baltic and Central European Country to Legalise Same-Sex Marriage
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In a groundbreaking move, Estonia's parliament has voted to legalize same-sex marriage, marking a significant milestone for both the Baltic and Central European region.
The bill, which was approved by a majority of 55 votes to 34 in the 101-seat parliament on Tuesday, is set to take effect next...
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has confirmed he's postponed any changes in legislation addressing hate speech and discrimination in Aotearoa.
The Prime Minister's decision was amid a wide range of changes in policy from the Labour Party following the resignation of Jacinda Ardern.
It followed last year's announcement by Justice Minister Kiri...