New ZealandDid the polls get it right? How predictions stacked upRecent polls were broadly accurate on party shares. The surprise was in the electorates.15 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The Labour collapse - fit for the war but not for the peaceOPINION: Labour won the pandemic war, but did not know how to win the peace that followed.15 Oct 03:29 AM
PoliticsCovid lockdowns or policy bonfires? What caused Labour's vote to plummetIt was a blue wave across the country, with significant gains for the minor parties.15 Oct 12:48 AM
Politics'We came back big time': In testy victory lap Winston Peters berates media, remains coy about futureThe New Zealand First leader has returned his party to Parliament.14 Oct 11:33 PM
New ZealandBrooke Van Velden celebrates birthday and electorate winAct party's Brooke Van Velden celebrates her birthday and winning the Tamaki electorate alongside David Seymour and fellow Act MPs. Video / Alex BurtonWatch14 Oct 11:32 PM
New ZealandLuxon family feeds media during electionChristopher Luxon's family feed media gathered outside their house during last night's election. Video / Corey FlemingWatch14 Oct 11:12 PM
PoliticsA night at the saddest party in politicsAs the saying goes, it’s the hope that kills you.14 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland seats on knife-edge as Nats celebrate snatching Labour strongholdsSome traditional Labour strongholds including Mt Albert are incredibly close.14 Oct 09:46 PM
New Zealand'A great day': Luxon on win for National and All BlacksAfter a win for National and a win for the All Blacks, Luxon is having a good morning.14 Oct 08:51 PM
Politics'Our vote may diminish': Nats' Bishop warns final vote count could see seats flip to LabourFinal election results in three weeks’ time will determine what the Government looks like.14 Oct 08:01 PM
New ZealandGreen Party on track for strong result, ahead in Wellington and Auckland central electoratesIn one of the biggest election upsets, Tamatha Paul is well ahead in Wellington Central.14 Oct 05:18 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNZ has elected a National Government - what happens next?What do the next few days look like?14 Oct 04:56 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCEO to PM: What kind of PM will Chris Luxon be?Christopher Luxon has gone from first-term MP to PM - how will he operate?14 Oct 04:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungComment: Luxon was better than anyone anticipatedOPINION: Whatever the final count, Christopher Luxon has had a remarkable result.14 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWinston Peters - a career of defeat and victoryOPINION: One strong pattern has been evident throughout Winston Peters' career.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNanaia Mahuta, Michael Wood and the other senior Labour MPs out of a jobSeveral senior MPs will not be returning to Parliament.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandBlue wave over Auckland, Act's van Velden wins TāmakiThe election 2023 results for Auckland's electorates.14 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Why Winston Peters is the political story of our lifetimesOPINION: For all of his faults - and there are many - Peters really is remarkable.14 Oct 04:00 PM
LiveNew Zealand'You have reached for hope and you have voted for change': PM-in waiting Luxon says time to turn NZ aroundNational and Act have the numbers to govern on the night, but NZ First may yet be needed.14 Oct 11:05 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori surge could result in Parliament overhangHow Te Pāti Māori performed.14 Oct 10:17 AM
PoliticsLive: Voting is over - what happens now and when will we know who's won?How long before we get a new government?14 Oct 06:00 AM
PoliticsBattleground seats - the grudge contests this electionWhere are the big contests on the ground this election?14 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandJewish school, synagogues in NZ closed over Hamas statementThe only Jewish primary school in the country and all synagogues are closed.13 Oct 06:45 AM
LifestyleWhat to eat, drink and where to watch on election nightWhip up some election-themed drinks and snacks as you watch the live coverage.13 Oct 06:00 AM
PoliticsAll you need to know for election dayHaven't voted yet? Here's what you need to know for election day.13 Oct 04:01 AM
New ZealandPolice dog bites school boy out running with PE classThe incident occurred when the police dog was pursuing a group of offenders.13 Oct 03:36 AM
LifestyleEight things you can't do on election dayThere are countless rules to follow between the hours of 12am and 7pm on October 14.13 Oct 03:30 AM
New ZealandElection day weather: MetService warns voters of severe gales, heavy rainMetService's advice is to vote this afternoon if possible.13 Oct 03:18 AM
New ZealandRecord demand for Cancer Society Hamilton accommodationMarathon in a Month fundraiser to help lodge keep up with surge in demand for services.13 Oct 03:17 AM
New ZealandLawyers to investigate several Wellington City Councillors after alleged breach of confidentialityMayor Tory Whanau acknowledged the complaint against five councillors.13 Oct 02:00 AM
PoliticsCaution turning into confidence on National’s three-day bus tourWarnings of a tight election continue but expectations are rising.12 Oct 11:11 PM
LivePoliticsLive: David Seymour prepared to give up Cabinet seats to NZ FirstChris Hipkins and Christopher Luxon are on the campaign trail.12 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBattleground seats - the grudge contests this electionWhere are the big contests on the ground this election?12 Oct 10:48 PM
KahuHipkins tells faithful: By Māori for Māori solutions workOn Waatea Marae in Mangere, Labour leader calls out race-based politics.12 Oct 05:53 PM
