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.

Sevenfold ROI: DairyNZ proves its worth to levy-paying farmers

A six-yearly vote on continuing the levy is due next year.

‘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.

Formula 1: Liam Lawson confirmed on 2026 grid, to remain with Racing Bulls

Could the Caribbean be pulled into a US–Venezuela conflict?

MetService Daily Weather: December 3 2025

How did a covid leader effectively steal $1.8 Million?

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'

Black Caps v West Indies: Foulkes strikes first ball after NZ bowled out

All the action from day two of the first test in Christchurch.

Foam Wreckers ‘anti-surf contest’ set to shake up Mount Maunganui summer

Kehu Butler, 25, will return to his hometown break to front the fun-first event.

Rugby World Cup 2027 draw: All you need to know

The tournament expands to six pools of four teams for the first time.

Rising champs and title shots: Local stars line up for Auckland's BX9 event

Former Commonwealth Games boxer Emile Richardson faces Auckland pro Ioane Auvaa.

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.

The Hewitson Profile: Fiona Samuel on psychopathy, Scrabble and the sex lives of dead people

The "rumpty life" of screenwriter, actor and new Katherine Mansfield fellow Fiona Samuel.

Listener weekly quiz: December 3

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

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.