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Chris Hipkins says there could be Labour MPs within his caucus uncertain about their political future.

The Labour leader has outlined his shadow cabinet, revealing which MPs have what portfolios.

He says none of his MPs have confirmed they plan to leave politics - but wouldn't rule out if he's had conversations colleagues about bowing out.

ZB political editor Jason Walls says he wouldn't be surprised to see Damien O'Connor bow out of Hipkins' cabinet. 

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Genesis Energy is making moves to meet its promise of producing 95 percent renewable energy by 2030.

The company plans to use profits from Kupe gas field to support a $1.1 billion programme to build solar and wind generation and grid-scale battery storage.

Chief executive Malcolm Johns says it's likely Genesis will meet their target within the coming years.

"We're not starting from a cold start, we have a number of things under way, particularly in the area of solar and wind development. Battery will take us about 18 months to put in place, we're pretty confident."

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After 24 seasons, the Wellington Lions are set to ditch Sky Stadium and downsize their venue for NPC rugby matches.

It was revealed today that discussions have taken place- and the Lions will hold future matches at the Jerry Collins Stadium amid low attendance and challenging finances.

Rugby commentator Ken Laban disagrees with this decision- and doesn't think it's the right way forward.

"I don't think the answer is to give up on the community and give up on the people supporting Wellington by going to a much smaller stadium- and in comparison, a very underwhelming venue." 

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The Labour Party leader says National's throwing away years of work for ideological reasons.

Chris Hipkins has unveiled his shadow cabinet, and vows they're ready to hold the Government to account.

Prime Minister Chris Luxon's revealed his 100-day plan, which includes reinstating the Resource Management Act- which Labour repealed.

Hipkins says it won't take the country forward.

"They were banging on for years about how flawed the RMA was and how it needed to be overhauled. And now they're wanting to go back to the RMA, so it's not like they're going to drive something forward- they just seem to want to throw everything into reverse."

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Auckland mayor Wayne Brown's public transport plan is being praised.

The Public Transport Users Association says his idea to cap total transport costs at $50 a week will mean big savings for people who live further away from the CBD.

National Coordinator Jon Reeves says allowing people to use pay-wave instead of HOP cards is great too.

"That makes it a lot easier, because I know a lot of people around the city who say- I can't use public transport, don't know where to get a HOP card from, all that jazz."

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A former mayor is coming to the defence of Wellington's under-fire leader Tory Whanau.

Mayor Whanau has admitted she has a problem with alcohol- and is getting help.

Councillor Nicola Young is calling on her to resign, citing concerns about the City Council's reputation.

It comes after another incident in which Whanau is alleged to have been publicly intoxicated.

Former mayor Justin Lester says Whanau has done a great job.

"She's been a great ambassador, she's been out leading the charge and getting Wellington's name out there."

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Brittany Higgins today admitted to getting some key details wrong while being cross-examined in court.

Lehrmann has brought a defamation case against media figures over an interview with Higgins in which she alleged she was raped in Parliament House.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Higgins admitted to not having the best memory- but her evidence is as true as she could get it.

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Wellington Rugby is planning a shift away from Sky Stadium for home matches after a 24 season association.

Discussions between the union and the Porirua council are advanced to hold all Lions and Pride games at Jerry Collins Stadium from next year.

The move comes as provincial unions battle low crowds and challenging finances to connect the provincial game with stakeholders and fans.

Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains what this means for the next season.

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Consumer NZ is accusing Z Energy of profiting from misleading sustainability messaging. 

The organisation teamed up with the Environmental Law Initiative and Lawyers for Climate Action New Zealand Inc to seek a High Court declaration for Z's breaches of the Fair Trading Act.

Chief executive Jon Duffy says the evidence contradicts Z Energy's climate-focused public messaging. 

"We don't think that stacks up, and consumers shouldn't be misled into thinking that their purchase of an inherently damaging product is somehow better at this company over other companies."

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Over in the UK, courts could be handing out rehabilitative community sentences over short-term jail sentences.

The Sentencing Council for England and Wales says judges and magistrates should focus on reforming offenders, amid an overcrowding crisis in prisons.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says courts are also being encouraged to rethink jailing women because of the long-term impact on children.

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