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Parliament and the people

The House of Representatives

The House of Representatives

New Zealand's Parliament has been making laws, scrutinising the government and representing New Zealanders for more than 150 years.

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Parliament's people

Parliament's people

Parliament buzzes with activity, most of it centred around its MPs. But the House also has a small army of staff, and attracts public spectators.

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Richard Seddon and his cabinet, 1906

Premiers and Prime Ministers

Read biographies of all 38 premiers and prime ministers and explore fascinating prime ministerial facts and trivia.

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Parliament Buildings, 1906

History of Parliament Buildings

They command 'The Hill'. The buildings at Parliament, a landmark in the nation's capital, have long claimed a vital place in our history.

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Parliament's culture and traditions

Parliament's culture and traditions

Parliament has a rich history and its own colourful culture and traditions, which reflect both the legacy of the British Westminster system and the evolution of a distinctive New Zealand institution over 150 years.

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Premier House around 1906

Housing NZ's prime ministers

A brief survey of the official and unofficial houses of New Zealand's Premiers and Prime Ministers

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