Michael Neilson is a senior political reporter for the New Zealand Herald based at Parliament in Wellington.
Michael Neilson is a political reporter based at Parliament in Wellington. He has been a journalist since 2016, first at the Gisborne Herald before joining the NZ Herald in 2018, covering social issues, the environment and Māori affairs.
Iain Lees-Galloway's downfall comes with a big pay cut
Andrew Falloon's resignation will save the taxpayer $60,000.
Two men confirmed dead after light plane crash
The plane's wreckage was found this morning in steep terrain.
The heavens will open: Torrential rain, flood warnings for east coast
Parts of the east coast could see 120mm of rain in a 24-hour period.
The end of muggy nights: Cool front brings relief from heat
Tonight Auckland is dropping to 14C from an average of 18-19C the past few weeks.
Winter's bite: Brutal storm unleashes rain, thunder, snow
More rain, strong winds, thunderstorms and even snow in the far south forecast today.
NZ Post refuses to return damaged portrait of baby
Mother begs for return of only portrait she has of baby girl she lost. NZ Post refuses.
Your weather: Rain and cold temperatures to ease for the weekend
The bad news is the southerly front won't back off until tomorrow.