Tony Alexander: Why the banks won't pass on the full cash rate cut to homeowners

Politicians are piling on the pressure, but fixed mortgage rates are unlikely to fall.

Deposit takers eye future fintech ‘contagion’ risk

ASB endorses RBNZ intention to monitor fintech sector development.

‘A blessing’: Scooter surprise puts Whangārei’s favourite busker back in tune

The 66-year-old busker was twice hit by cars while riding his scooter.

Heated exchange between Nicola Willis and Labour MPs at Parliament

US-NZ Relations: US Business Summit set to explore what's next

AI TVs are here - But what do they actually do?

Jevon McSkimming case: The woman at the centre of the sex scandal speaks out

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: December 3

Morning quiz: What is a score of three under par for one hole called in golf?

Sudoku - test yourself

Crosswords

Call to end virginity testing and modernise consent laws

Inside Ikea's massive new Auckland store: What shoppers can expect

What the Du Val saga can teach us about investing

Ask Me Anything: Melodie Robinson – 'journalism is a snobby profession'

'Batter ahead of his time': England test cricketer dies

Smith, nicknamed 'The Judge', played 62 tests for England from 1988 to 1996.

All Whites’ dream and nightmare paths in massive World Cup draw

The All Whites could face global heavyweights such as England, Argentina or Brazil.

Bracewell sheds uncertainty over future to rescue Black Caps

The 34-year-old didn't know if he'd play another test, but made it count in Christchurch.

NZ schools athletics champs records being broken even before the games begin

There'll be a record 259 schools, with 1168 athletes and temperatures of 30C or more.

Tony Alexander: Why the banks won't pass on the full cash rate cut to homeowners

Wartime couple's one and only home for sale after more than 70 years

How much money has your suburb made? 2025’s biggest winners and losers

Tiny town where houses cost less than $200,000 and everyone is welcome

Listener special: How the global rise of radical conservatism is influencing politics in Aotearoa

The messaging of US conservatives plays here in NZ, aided and abetted by political leaders

Duncan Garner: Why do we train our nurses – then not hire them?

Our nurses, vital but undervalued, are being let down by a govt that won't commit to them.

Listener weekly quiz: December 3

Test your general knowledge with the Listener's weekly quiz.

The last chord: How tech will give musicians eternal life

Technology is close to enabling live music to outlast our disappearing rock legends.

A guide to managing moisture at home

Resene’s experts provide tips and strategies to tackle the issue.

Helping locals this Christmas

Bringing food, support and festive-season kindness to the community.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.

Voluntary administration: A lifeline, not a last resort for struggling businesses

VA offers breathing space and a path forward with expert guidance.