OpinionChlöe Swarbrick: A country is not a company and a PM is not a CEOOPINION: We are living in the consequences of decisions made by human beings.02 Apr 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNational Library ends project interviewing PMs which John Key called 'cathartic'A groundbreaking New Zealand project wrapped up last year, after nearly 40 years.02 Apr 04:00 PM
PoliticsWhy Kiwis should prepare for a 'small crumbs' BudgetThe new Action Plan has made clear that rebuilding the economy is the priority.02 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandRoadside drug testing still a priority for Government: Transport MinisterSimeon Brown says the coalition has plans to introduce new legislation this year.02 Apr 08:32 AM
EducationSickness-related school absences to be targeted under government planDavid Seymour questions a spike in health-related school absences.02 Apr 06:48 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Luxon defends public sector job cutsSpeaking to reporters in Auckland Luxon stressed that the cuts would not impact frontline services, but would be focused on back office and administrative roles. Video / Mark MitchellWatch02 Apr 03:39 AM
Politics'More medical doctors, not spin doctors': PM defends public sector job cutsChristopher Luxon got a flu vaccine and a roasting from Opposition parties.02 Apr 02:51 AM
New ZealandPublic service cuts: Ministry staff called into meetings to learn job fateMinistry spokesperson Geoff Short said it was a 'difficult time' for staff.02 Apr 01:49 AM
PoliticsRight to jury trial up for review as increase puts pressure on courtsFigures show an increase in defendants selecting jury trials over judge-only trials.01 Apr 11:36 PM
New ZealandFocus: The Government reveals top priorities for the next 100 daysPrime Minister Chris Luxon has released a 36-point action plan, to be completed by the end of June. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / Mark MitchellWatch01 Apr 10:19 PM
KahuSuper-sized snapper on Shane Jones' menuJones believes the new project could future-proof our aquaculture.01 Apr 09:21 PM
New ZealandGovernment’s action plan, online scam and school stand-downs | Focus Morning Bulletin April 2, 2024The Government lays out its next checklist for the country, how a bank manager helped victims send money to scammers, and school stand-downs and suspensions on the rise in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald / Getty Watch01 Apr 07:02 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLuxon’s next ‘action plan’ - the easy ticks and potential game-changersA line by line look at each action point, including the easy ticks and the meatier ones.01 Apr 04:00 PM
PoliticsPM outlines Govt's main focus for next 100 days: 'We want to find the balance'Public service targets will continue to be rolled out across government services.01 Apr 04:00 PM
PoliticsEV owners to be hit with road-user charges from today: What you need to knowEVs are now more expensive to buy and run under this Government.31 Mar 04:00 PM
EmploymentApril 1 Govt cash boosts: Everything your family can claim from todayThousands will be affected by the financial adjustments.31 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsRevival of Anzus is a prop for Aukus architecture - Helen ClarkHelen Clark says it is a policy lurch, Winston Peters says there's nothing new in it.31 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBriefing to health minister reveals dire state of hospitals and cost blowoutsDr Shane Reti received the briefing from health officials soon after becoming minister.29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'We could do better for veterans': Minister Chris Penk lays out his priorities for rolePenk, a naval officer turned Veterans' Minister, sails into controversial waters.29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Government ropes in old mates for new jobsOPINION: Two more former National ministers were roped into jobs advising new Government.28 Mar 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSeymour on why he wants more money for private schools, less for free lunchesAct leader is reviewing public funding for private schools after years with no increase.28 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment makes new pay offer to policeIt comes after police rejected their last offer which was labelled 'insulting'.28 Mar 02:02 AM
Politics'Highly disappointing': Luxon against uni's designated areas for Māori/Pasifika studentsThe university said it was proud of the support given to students.28 Mar 01:19 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBehind the coalition talks: What the parties asked about to inform negotiations - Fees-free, Three Strikes, UNDRIPOne party didn't ask officials for any information to inform coalition negotiations.28 Mar 01:02 AM
VideoPort of Auckland workers march in support of council ownershipPort of Auckland workers have marched up Queen St in support of keeping the port in council ownership. Video / Jason OxenhamWatch27 Mar 11:01 PM
OpinionSeymour and Peters should be ashamed denigrating Efeso Collins’ legacyOPINION: Comparing Māori and Pasifika uni space to KKK is out of line - even for Peters.27 Mar 10:00 PM
PoliticsGovt scraps long-contested Kermadec Ocean Sanctuary plansIt comes after almost a decade since former Prime Minister John Key first announced it.27 Mar 09:05 PM
PoliticsLeaked papers reveal rogue spying tool likely used to spy on ChinaThe codename Apparition has emerged to describe the GCSB's rogue spy kit.27 Mar 06:50 PM
BusinessNicola Willis on the state of the Government's financesWillis has conceded she won’t be able to get the books back in shape quickly.27 Mar 06:28 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Nicola Willis' Budget preview a sobering reality checkOPINION: Delivery is always tough for the Government - even if the economy was stronger.27 Mar 05:00 PM
EmploymentAll the cash boosts Kiwis will get from April 1 - and the new tax increaseThousands will be affected by the changes in just a few days' time.27 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Willis lines up Old Mother Hubbard Budget - but dog will get a boneWillis has backed away from many traditions set by former finance ministers.27 Mar 02:08 AM
TaxWillis concedes Govt books won't be back in shape quicklyFinance Minister avoids unveiling likely size of Budget 2024.27 Mar 01:10 AM
New ZealandFocus: Finance Minister Nicola Willis reveals Budget policy for 2024Finance Minister Nicola Willis has conceded she won’t be able to get the Government’s finances back in shape as quickly as expected, while delivering tax cuts that may not end up looking as attractive as National promised before the election. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Mar 12:43 AM
