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  •   Home > News > Politics

    Two former MPs ousted from their respective parties are trying a political comeback in local Government

    Two former MPs ousted from their respective parties are trying a political comeback in local Government


    Jami-Lee Ross, who was booted from the National Party over allegations of leaking information about then-leader Simon Bridges, is bidding for Howick Local Board.

    Elizabeth Kerekere, who ditched the Greens over bullying allegations and a probe into her behaviour just two years ago, is running in the Maori Ward for Gisborne's District Council.

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     Today's News

    Entertainment:
    Naomi Watts tearfully broke down as her son headed off to college 19:12

    Politics:
    The Government hopes a raft of changes to public land acquisition will speed up the process to get infrastructure built 18:57

    Entertainment:
    BBC bosses reportedly pulled their Ozzy Osbourne documentary hours before it was due to air over "concerns" from his family 18:42

    Law and Order:
    Police are charging 12 people for the murder of a Rotorua man last month 18:37

    National:
    Australian Jewish representatives deliver stinging rebukes to Netanyahu and Albanese 18:17

    Entertainment:
    Taylor Swift has revealed striking new imagery for her upcoming album The Life of a Showgirl 18:12

    Business:
    Auckland FC is philosophical about not being about to join the women's A-League for another two years 18:07

    Entertainment:
    Sophie Turner has dec lared kissing Kit Harington on camera was "vile" and left both actors "retching" during filming 17:42

    International:
    Israel's assault on Gaza City has begun — here's what you need to know 17:37

    Tennis:
    Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori beat Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud in US Open mixed doubles final 17:27


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