The popular Labour leader Ardern says ‘no longer had enough in the tank’ for the job; Labour party to elect a new leader; Election declared for 14 October
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Ardern’s ‘wellbeing’ budget brings New Zealand good vibes
The New Zealand budget includes increases on mental health, indigenous welfare and child poverty
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Christchurch attacker charged with terrorism: police
In addition to the terror charge, Brenton Tarrant also faces 51 charges of murder and 40 of attempted murder over the March 15 attacks
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Dubai’s Burj Khalifa pays tribute to New Zealand PM
Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed hails Jacinda Ardern for her support of Muslims around the world following terror attack in Christchurch
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New Zealand bans military-style assault weapons in wake of deadly attacks
New Zealand’s ban takes immediate effect to prevent stockpiling of firearms while the legislation is being drafted,
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In pictures: New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern visits attacked mosque
New Zealanders flocked to memorial sites to lay flowers and mourn the victims of the twin mosque massacres Sunday, as testimony emerged of epic heroism and harrowing suffering in the gun attack that has claimed 50 lives.
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At least 49 dead in New Zealand mosque shootings
Assault that triggered the lockdown of Christchurch is thought to be the worst attack against Muslims in a western country