PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: No surprises with PM’s election date but fireworks guaranteedMPs will be exhausted by polling day, increasing the likelihood of missteps and blow-ups. 21 Jan 02:24 AM
PoliticsWatch: 2026 New Zealand election date revealedIt leaves limited time for coalition negotiations. Video / Mark MitchellWatch21 Jan 01:48 AM
Politics|UpdatedWatch: Luxon confirms 2026 election date, rules out two parties from coalition considerationSetting the election date is one of the few powers that is reserved solely to the PM.21 Jan 12:06 AM
PoliticsCould Auckland house prices crash another 10%? Housing Minister won't sayNational MPs aren't sure what they want the Auckland housing market to do.20 Jan 11:27 PM
Politics|UpdatedFirst major donation of election year goes to minor party The donor has previously made large donations to both Labour and the Greens. 20 Jan 11:26 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Chris Hipkins speaks to mediaChris Hipkins speaks to the media from the Labour's away caucus.Watch20 Jan 09:15 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon announces election dateChristopher Luxon speaks to the media at the National Party caucus retreatWatch20 Jan 08:40 PM
PoliticsWhy David Seymour’s summer break included a meeting with Argentina’s President and his gold-plated chainsawThe Act leader was met with heavy scepticism when he turned up at the President's gates.20 Jan 08:00 PM
PoliticsFormer Speaker the first MP to confirm retirement ahead of 2026 electionThe 64-year-old former Speaker will step down on Waitangi Day.20 Jan 07:19 PM
Politics'Win back the country's biggest city': Hipkins delivers first speech of election yearThe Labour Party is holding its annual caucus retreat in Auckland.20 Jan 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSeymour says Epsom residents ‘not anti-intensification' but question tall buildings over their pools He says it's become a 'highly politicised' issue, which he acknowledges contributing to.20 Jan 03:38 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhy is Trump’s pick for ambassador to NZ not yet in Wellington? It's taking longer than usual for Trump's nominee to be confirmed.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Jobs for your mates': How Act minister secretly picked new firearms group membersThe nominations were made in the name of Paul Goldsmith, who has defended the process.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow a fight over Greenland could put Pacific nations in the firing lineWaikato University international law professor, Al Gillespie is with us to take us through what could happen next.Watch19 Jan 03:55 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: In election year, Christopher Luxon plays it safeOPINION: The Prime Minister dialled down the ambition in his year-opener.19 Jan 03:10 AM
PoliticsWatch: Luxon delivers state of the nation speech, wants National ministers to write new planning rulesLuxon acknowledged it had been a 'tough time' for Kiwi households and businesses. 19 Jan 12:36 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon 2026 State of the Nation addressChristopher Luxon delivers his 2026 State of the Nation addressWatch18 Jan 08:34 PM
New ZealandLuxon signals possible Cabinet reshuffle as politicians retire, election date out 'very shortly' The Prime Minister has also made his first statement on Greenland.18 Jan 07:39 PM
New ZealandWatch Live: Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike HoskingWatch Live: Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike Hosking. Video / NewstalkZBWatch18 Jan 05:35 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorWhat to expect from PM's state of the nation today - and unveiling of election dateANALYSIS: The National Party leader is yet to comment on major world events.18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNew law targeting the worst offenders barely usedThe Herald reveals the number of times a first strike has been used in the first 5 months.17 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWinston Peters’ global gifts: From Mongolian horse to Hillary-signed noteHis viral cowboy-themed campaign ad sparked a wave of horse gifts abroad.17 Jan 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsForeign Minister Winston Peters shares some of his favourite giftsOne of the more unusual gifts Foreign Minister Winston Peters has received is a horse, which he named Stamina. Video / Mark MitchellWatch17 Jan 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Bravo Breman, but where's Luxon as Trump wreaks havoc?OPINION: The Government has yet to stand up for what NZ believes is important.16 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTough medicine: Nicola Willis eyes scalpel for health spending in 2026 BudgetThe Finance Minister also explains her thinking on fossil fuel imports and asset sales.16 Jan 07:00 PM
WorldNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026. US and European tensions rise as Trump threatens tariffs on opposition. Soundspalsh kicks off in Raglan this weekend.Watch16 Jan 06:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: National MPs' angst over housing crash as Luxon and Hipkins mull reshufflesOPINION: PM appears to have few Cabinet positions to play with.16 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSir Tim Shadbolt's partner takes aim in funeral speechAsha Dutt accuses council of contributing to Sir Tim Shadbolt's ill health.Watch16 Jan 04:48 AM
New ZealandWhy the RMA is being scrapped (again) and what it means for your backyardHerald political editor, Thomas Coughlan, is with us to break it down.Watch16 Jan 03:55 AM
New Zealand‘General catch-up’: Sir Brian Roche and Andrew Coster spotted at cafe after IPCA falloutThe pair went for coffee near the Beehive yesterday. 15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: U-turn season starts with housing intensification OPINION: Ministers to drop demands for Auckland Council to zone for 2 million more houses.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisDerek ChengDerek Cheng: Take your pick – violent crime is up 7% or down 21%ANALYSIS: Political messages are simple, but violent crime is a complex picture. 14 Jan 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: We need to be realistic about the cost of our 'luxury beliefs'OPINION: How virtue signalling risks hurting the most vulnerable.14 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesCommon sense or overkill? Climate rules loosened by more than expectedThe minister suggested a more moderate weakening of climate disclosure rules.14 Jan 08:00 PM
