Trust in Government Collapses as NZ Faces Election Shift
New data reveals a sharp decline in trust across New Zealand — with youth disengaging, social divisions deepening, and the upcoming election set to be shaped by more than policy.

New data reveals a sharp decline in trust across New Zealand — with youth disengaging, social divisions deepening, and the upcoming election set to be shaped by more than policy.

The Alliance Party has announced eight new South Island candidates for Election 2026, with a strong Christchurch focus and a renewed democratic socialist platform.

At Eid in Parliament, ICONZ delivered a powerful call for compassion, justice, and moral leadership — urging New Zealand to uphold its values in a time of global crisis.

From fuel to fisheries to democracy, TOP says New Zealand needs long-term solutions — not short-term fixes.

The Alliance Party is backing protests against “Move On” laws, arguing they deepen homelessness and calling for a return to state-led housing solutions.

As fuel shortages loom, Te Pati Māori warns the Government’s response plan leaves whānau to carry the burden without meaningful support.

Labour says Erica Stanford’s education plan is more spin than substance — and warns students could pay the price.

Labour says the Government’s fuel plan is a start — but key questions remain about costs, support and what comes next.

New legislation could expand Police surveillance and enforcement powers — here’s what’s changing and how you can have your say.

The Greens say the Government’s proposed NCEA overhaul will drag education backwards, replacing student-centred learning with a rigid one-size-fits-all model.