Chelsea Daniels is the host of The Front Page and a senior reporter for the New Zealand Herald and Newstalk ZB.
I'm Chelsea Daniels, host of the NZ Herald's flagship news podcast, The Front Page - as well as an Auckland-based senior reporter for Newstalk ZB and NZ Herald. I joined NZME in 2016 after reporting for CTV in Christchurch. Over the years, as both a journalist and news director, I've reported on some of New Zealand's darkest days, highest-profile court trials, and have spoken to decision-makers, experts, and everyday Kiwis along the way.
![Inside SkyCity's woes: Five day closure marks end of long term investigation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Inside SkyCity's woes: Five day closure marks end of long term investigation
SkyCity Auckland will close its casino for five days following a DIA investigation.
![Competition and innovation in NZ banking sector: How can it work better for Kiwis?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Competition and innovation in NZ banking sector: How can it work better for Kiwis?
An inquiry into New Zealand’s banking competition, or lack thereof, is under way.
![Trump assassination attempt: How will it affect the US presidential race?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Trump assassination attempt: How will it affect the US presidential race?
Calls for calm in America come amid heightened tensions from all parties.
![Kiwis moving abroad: Is the grass really greener in the UK and Australia?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Kiwis moving abroad: Is the grass really greener in the UK and Australia?
More and more Kiwis are heading overseas.
![David Seymour defends charter schools: 'I’m an old-fashioned lefty'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
David Seymour defends charter schools: 'I’m an old-fashioned lefty'
The Associate Education Minister says teachers' unions fear charter schools as a threat.
![OCR, migration, or benefits: Which is the biggest concern for our economy?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
OCR, migration, or benefits: Which is the biggest concern for our economy?
A series of stats out this week have collectively painted a bleak picture of the economy.
![Crime crackdown: Can new laws tackle rising fears about law and order?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Crime crackdown: Can new laws tackle rising fears about law and order?
The crackdown on crime is in full swing - as data shows people are feeling more unsafe.
![Luxon in the US for Nato: Ukraine, US election and China high on the agenda](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Luxon in the US for Nato: Ukraine, US election and China high on the agenda
Christopher Luxon is off to the United States during an intense time in world politics.
![House prices are falling: Will Govt plans to 'flood' market have a big impact?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
House prices are falling: Will Govt plans to 'flood' market have a big impact?
The Government has unveiled grand plans to ‘flood’ the market with more houses.
!['Extreme turbulence' and planes turned around: What are your rights if your flight goes wrong?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Extreme turbulence' and planes turned around: What are your rights if your flight goes wrong?
Multiple flights in recent weeks have been turned around or experienced violent turbulence
![NZ media shake-up: A shift to digital sparks closures, new launches, and Government intervention](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
NZ media shake-up: A shift to digital sparks closures, new launches, and Government intervention
Newshub ends on Friday night, but the brand's owners are not the only ones struggling.
![Dry July begins: How we can curb alcohol harm in New Zealand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Dry July begins: How we can curb alcohol harm in New Zealand
Reform could be on the cards as the Government reveals five new health targets.
![Countdown to Paris: Is the city ready to host the Olympics?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Countdown to Paris: Is the city ready to host the Olympics?
The biggest sporting event of the year kicks off this month.
![July 1 financial pain - where you'll be hit in the pocket from Monday](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
July 1 financial pain - where you'll be hit in the pocket from Monday
Wayne Brown struck a deal with Simeon Brown for lower water bills.
![What does Govt shakeup mean for your holiday and sick leave balance?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
What does Govt shakeup mean for your holiday and sick leave balance?
Work is on track for a September release of proposed Holidays Act changes.
![Relief and rising rates costs: July 1 brings financial changes for Kiwis](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Relief and rising rates costs: July 1 brings financial changes for Kiwis
If you’ve been struggling with the cost of living, there is some good news in store.
![Government cancer drugs promise could cost New Zealand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Government cancer drugs promise could cost New Zealand
The Government has fulfilled its pre-election promise to fund new cancer drugs.
![Planes, trains and ferries: Why NZ's infrastructure is struggling - and how do we fix it?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Planes, trains and ferries: Why NZ's infrastructure is struggling - and how do we fix it?
The Government is being warned that it must invest in New Zealand’s ageing infrastructure.
![Public sector job cuts: How much has been saved so far - and how many jobs lost?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Public sector job cuts: How much has been saved so far - and how many jobs lost?
Disruption's not over yet as the public sector continues to tighten its belt.
![‘We’re just collateral damage’: Former 501 speaks out as new Aussie rules kick in](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
‘We’re just collateral damage’: Former 501 speaks out as new Aussie rules kick in
The Australian Government is pivoting to a stricter stance on deporting so-called '501s'.
![Exclusive: Joe Karam wants NZ to leave David Bain alone, 30 years on from killings](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Exclusive: Joe Karam wants NZ to leave David Bain alone, 30 years on from killings
Today marks 30 years to the day since the Bain family was killed at Every St, Dunedin.
![Mission to Mars? Peter Beck aiming high as Rocket Lab hits 50 launches](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Mission to Mars? Peter Beck aiming high as Rocket Lab hits 50 launches
Rocket Lab today celebrates a milestone.
![Kāinga Ora: Can New Zealand’s largest landlord survive?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Kāinga Ora: Can New Zealand’s largest landlord survive?
It’s been five years since social housing in New Zealand was put under Kāinga Ora.
![Inheritance wars: Is it worth fighting your family over a will?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Inheritance wars: Is it worth fighting your family over a will?
Just because there's a will doesn't mean families are going to see eye to eye
![KiwiSaver, private-public partnerships and investment challenges in New Zealand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
KiwiSaver, private-public partnerships and investment challenges in New Zealand
New Zealand's investment industry is at an interesting inflection point.
![Agriculture, forestry next in line for red tape slashing](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Agriculture, forestry next in line for red tape slashing
Todd McClay is opening Fieldays today, where thousands will head to the Waikato.
![New Zealand on high alert as deadly 'new fentanyl' sweeps Europe/US](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New Zealand on high alert as deadly 'new fentanyl' sweeps Europe/US
Drug safety advocates are increasingly worried nitazenes will infiltrate New Zealand.
!['It's insane': Patient advocate criticises tax cuts as people fundraise for surgeries, cancer treatments](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'It's insane': Patient advocate criticises tax cuts as people fundraise for surgeries, cancer treatments
Budget 2024 did not deliver the much-promised funding for 13 new cancer drugs.
![Sounds murders: Convicted killer Scott Watson's last-ditch effort to plead innocence](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Sounds murders: Convicted killer Scott Watson's last-ditch effort to plead innocence
The 1998 murders of Ben Smart and Olivia Hope remain one of NZ's most talked about cases.
![Debate intensifies over Māori rights and Treaty Principles Bill amid call for a separate Parliament](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Debate intensifies over Māori rights and Treaty Principles Bill amid call for a separate Parliament
There has been outrage over the Treaty Principles Bill and cuts to services for Māori.
!['Money doesn't buy happiness': Financial adviser's warning for $43m Lotto draw](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Money doesn't buy happiness': Financial adviser's warning for $43m Lotto draw
A mammoth $43m is up for grabs in tonight's Lotto Powerball.
![‘A thorn in National’s side’: Which coalition partner is giving Luxon a headache six months in?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
‘A thorn in National’s side’: Which coalition partner is giving Luxon a headache six months in?
Today marks six months since National, Act and NZ First were sworn into power
![Experts urge change in mask use ahead of Covid-19 wave, bird flu threat](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Experts urge change in mask use ahead of Covid-19 wave, bird flu threat
One expert wants us to bring in rules on mask use to counter the threat.
![Budget 2024: Can Govt deliver its tax cut promise without borrowing?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Budget 2024: Can Govt deliver its tax cut promise without borrowing?
The coalition Government’s first Budget is out on May 30.
![Explainer: Why thousands are against the Government’s most controversial bill yet](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Explainer: Why thousands are against the Government’s most controversial bill yet
One of this Government’s most contentious bills is now before a select committee.
![Explainer: The political tensions behind the violence in New Caledonia](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Explainer: The political tensions behind the violence in New Caledonia
One Kiwi currently stuck there said it is a 'scary situation' that has locals worried
![Julian Assange back in court for what could be his final hearing: What you need to know](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Julian Assange back in court for what could be his final hearing: What you need to know
A crucial hearing could set Assange free - or send him straight to the US
![NZ 'always has the potential' for a big quake – so how prepared should we be?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
NZ 'always has the potential' for a big quake – so how prepared should we be?
Modelling has highlighted the impact a catastrophic quake could have on this country.
![Blockout 2024: Why fans are turning on their favourite celebrities](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Blockout 2024: Why fans are turning on their favourite celebrities
Celebrities like Kim Kardashian are being targeted in a new online movement.
![Police Minister: New unit to make life 'as miserable as possible' for gang members](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Police Minister: New unit to make life 'as miserable as possible' for gang members
Mark Mitchell said this unit could have helped prevent the recent fatal Ponsonby shooting.
![Will the lights go off this winter? Inside New Zealand's power grid struggles](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Will the lights go off this winter? Inside New Zealand's power grid struggles
What really led to last week's power grid warnings?
![Axed rubbish bins to port funding: How will the Super City pay for its future?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Axed rubbish bins to port funding: How will the Super City pay for its future?
Auckland Council meets next week to discuss its Long-Term Plan.
![CTE and head injures: Is it time for age restrictions in rugby?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
CTE and head injures: Is it time for age restrictions in rugby?
Head injuries and their sustained effect on sports players have been a hot topic.
![Could it be time for New Zealand to implement a sugar tax?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Could it be time for New Zealand to implement a sugar tax?
More than 100 countries have implemented some form of sugar tax - should NZ?
!['Catastrophic in terms of their reputation': Can the Greens bounce back from a string of controversies?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Catastrophic in terms of their reputation': Can the Greens bounce back from a string of controversies?
Julie Anne Genter is the fourth Green MP in under a year to spark controversy
![35 dead in four months: Australia's femicide crisis highlights NZ's own issues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
35 dead in four months: Australia's femicide crisis highlights NZ's own issues
Australian women have protested over a rise in murdered females across the country.
![Education Minister spends $67m to name 'Reading Wars' winner](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Education Minister spends $67m to name 'Reading Wars' winner
Erica Stanford says she will 'retire happy' if every school teaches structured learning
![Digital first or shorter weeks? All options 'on the table' for Shorty St amid budget crunch](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Digital first or shorter weeks? All options 'on the table' for Shorty St amid budget crunch
The CEO of South Pacific Pictures is open about the struggles the local sector faces.
![La Nina approaches: How wet and cold will this winter be?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
La Nina approaches: How wet and cold will this winter be?
It’s goodbye El Nino, hello La Nina - but what does it all mean?
![15-minute cities: Urban planning utopia or government control tool?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
15-minute cities: Urban planning utopia or government control tool?
Conspiracy theories constantly grip the world and the latest involves urban planning.
![Battle Down Under: What Musk vs Australia means for censorship](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Battle Down Under: What Musk vs Australia means for censorship
Musk battled the Australian Government after stabbing footage was posted on X.
![Battle in the boardroom: Inside NZ Rugby's governance crisis](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Battle in the boardroom: Inside NZ Rugby's governance crisis
NZR has been urged to act before people lose interest in the sport.
![NZ's productivity crisis: What's to blame and how can we fix it?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
NZ's productivity crisis: What's to blame and how can we fix it?
New Zealand’s low productivity has been a bugbear for economists and politicians for years
![Did Luxon secure any wins on Southeast Asian business mission?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Did Luxon secure any wins on Southeast Asian business mission?
Relationship building was a key part of the trip for New Zealand's Prime Minister.
![To infinity and beyond: Space Minister on the billion dollar potential for our sector](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
To infinity and beyond: Space Minister on the billion dollar potential for our sector
Judith Collins is wasting no time ensuring New Zealand is part of the new Space Race.
![NZ's prison system under scrutiny: Corrections' struggles highlighted amid calls for culture change](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
NZ's prison system under scrutiny: Corrections' struggles highlighted amid calls for culture change
The Chief Ombudsman has criticised the department as he departs his job.
![NZ urged to do more to end Gaza conflict as fears of wider conflict grows](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
NZ urged to do more to end Gaza conflict as fears of wider conflict grows
'The only real thing that will save I think a lot of children, a lot of people.'
![Trump hush money trial begins: What you need to know](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Trump hush money trial begins: What you need to know
It's a historic first for a former US President to face a criminal trial.
![Lost Boys of Dilworth: What really went on at the all-boys school](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Lost Boys of Dilworth: What really went on at the all-boys school
A new docudrama has renewed interest in the horrific abuse at the school.
![School holiday travel: How to avoid the chaos](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
School holiday travel: How to avoid the chaos
Will there be travel chaos at airports as the school holidays begin?
![Newshub and TVNZ cuts: Will they cause trust in news crisis to worsen?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Newshub and TVNZ cuts: Will they cause trust in news crisis to worsen?
As media companies cut jobs, trust in local news is at an all-time low.
!['Cutting the engine room to the frontline': What we know so far about the public sector savings scramble](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Cutting the engine room to the frontline': What we know so far about the public sector savings scramble
Multiple agencies are being affected and seeing hundreds of jobs on the line
!['Don't be like the US,' Columbine victim's father warns as NZ Govt looks to alter gun laws](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Don't be like the US,' Columbine victim's father warns as NZ Govt looks to alter gun laws
A father who lost his son in the Columbine school massacre 25 years ago has a warning.
![Meta changes could stifle democracy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Meta changes could stifle democracy
'A chilling effect on politics' - what Meta's latest policy means for democracy.
![Daylight Saving Time: a burden or blessing? What you need to know](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Daylight Saving Time: a burden or blessing? What you need to know
Sunday marks the end of Daylight Saving Time, where we wind the clocks back an hour
![Three Strikes: A law that targets the 'most predictable of the most predictable'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Three Strikes: A law that targets the 'most predictable of the most predictable'
Three Strikes laws are making a comeback. But should they?
![Why Kiwis should prepare for a 'small crumbs' Budget](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Why Kiwis should prepare for a 'small crumbs' Budget
The new Action Plan has made clear that rebuilding the economy is the priority.
![EV owners to be hit with road-user charges from today: What you need to know](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
EV owners to be hit with road-user charges from today: What you need to know
EVs are now more expensive to buy and run under this Government.
![‘The family deserves to know what happened': 40 years on from Trades Hall bombing](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
‘The family deserves to know what happened': 40 years on from Trades Hall bombing
Police have narrowed the suspects list down to 'four or five' in recent years.
!['We should be a first world country': Hipkins on Labour getting back in the game, intending 2026 run](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'We should be a first world country': Hipkins on Labour getting back in the game, intending 2026 run
Hipkins is refusing to be counted out of next election, and says history is on his side.
![The Govt belt-tightening that even Seymour thinks went too far](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The Govt belt-tightening that even Seymour thinks went too far
In a wide-ranging chat, David Seymour committed to no new taxes.
!['Regulations are written in blood': Brother of Boeing crash victim on the company's issues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Regulations are written in blood': Brother of Boeing crash victim on the company's issues
Javier de Luis is an aeronautics expert and investigated Boeing for the US government
![Banged up abroad: Why MFAT won't come to your rescue](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Banged up abroad: Why MFAT won't come to your rescue
If you get arrested overseas, don't expect the Government to come and save you.
![NZ-China relationship: What's worrying our biggest trading partner](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
NZ-China relationship: What's worrying our biggest trading partner
China's Foreign Minister visits New Zealand.