Despite that, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said "we are continuing to prepare for a move to phase 2 if we need to".
Politics
4:54pm
Transport Minister also hinted at scrapping the increases last week.
Mon, Mar 30
11:20
1News breaks down the changes likely to boost or dent your wallet in the coming month.
"When Israel and the US invaded Iran, the Government should have called that out as a breach of the UN Charter," says the party's new foreign affairs spokesperson.
Sunday 11:51am
15:42
Concerns are growing among health providers and whānau about the Government's proposed alcohol reforms, with warnings they could increase harm in vulnerable communities.
Te Ao Māori
Sat, Mar 28
Earlier this month, Hipkins said the Ministry of Health never passed expert advice about potential risk to teenagers on to ministers.
Fri, Mar 27
Fuel remains readily available, but the Government has refreshed its response framework amid Middle East uncertainty. 1News explains the alert system and when it would kick in.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis outlined "four clear phases" that responded "proportionately" to the risks to New Zealand’s fuel security.
Business
Six "on water" vessels discharging or moving between New Zealand ports were carrying 11.6 days of diesel, 19.8 days of petrol cover, and 11.7 days of jet fuel.
Thu, Mar 26
Retail NZ said it was pleased the government had listened to retailers in not progressing the bill - but Scott Simpson says Retail NZ was wrong.
The council unveiled the new design in January after research found most residents could not recall the council’s existing crest logo.
Wed, Mar 25
The proposal would have allowed commercial fishers to catch and sell undersized fish, such as snapper and tarakihi, to avoid waste.
Desperate Gisborne companies say diesel relief for companies would have a much wider impact.
Judge David Clark found all three affirmative defences raised by the defendants — truth, honest opinion, and responsible communication — were proven.
Tue, Mar 24
The Government today announced it would give $50 a week to families who qualify for the in-work tax credit.
"The situation demands far more than what was announced today," says Greens co-leader Marama Davidson.
The Government has announced a support package to ease the impact of increasing fuel prices - but how does it work and who is eligible?
The temporary boost to the in-work tax credit will also expand eligibility to about 14,000 additional working families, who will receive the credit at a reduced rate.
Brooke Van Velden's party called a press conference at short notice on Tuesday morning to make the announcement.
The club's president also urged members not to speak to the media about the November 2024 incident.
Cabinet has signed off on what support the government will offer in the face of rising fuel costs.
The temporary change was aimed at reducing supply disruption risks by widening the pool of fuel New Zealand importers can access.
Mon, Mar 23
The Government's $52.7 million zero-interest loans would go to ChargeNet and Meridian Energy, who are co-investing a combined $60m in capital.
Environment
The work underway at Amberley Beach, around 35km north of Christchurch, is quickly becoming a national test case.
The NZ First leader also took shots at rival parties.
Sun, Mar 22
