PoliticsEx-National Party president makes $30,000 party donationHalf the money was given when he was still in charge.24 Jan 08:13 AM
Politics‘Touch her like Jesus’: Teary Ardern farewells PM-ship in peaceThe sky might have been a piercing blue, but Rātana was red all over.24 Jan 04:33 AM
Politics'Greatest privilege of my life' Ardern says in final words as PM at RātanaIt is Ardern's last public outing as Prime Minister.24 Jan 03:27 AM
PoliticsWatch: Luxon hits out at Labour, confronts co-governance at RātanaIt is Ardern's last public outing as Prime Minister.23 Jan 11:19 PM
New ZealandNew PM Hipkins won't live in Premier HouseChris Hipkins answers all the pressing questions now he's taken the reins of PM.23 Jan 09:21 PM
PoliticsArdern’s last act as PM: Emotional farewell at Rātana, battle of the Chrises ignitesThe traditional start to the political year is tipped to be more explosive than usual.23 Jan 06:00 PM
PoliticsJacinda Ardern will need police protection after standing down as PM - expertsArdern will need police protection after standing down as PM, experts say.23 Jan 05:03 PM
New ZealandThreats surge against Ardern, PM's last appearance & potential property turnaround | Focus Morning Bulletin: 24 January, 2023 Why Jacinda Ardern will need her bodyguards, Chris Hipkins’ hometown rallies behind the ‘boy from the Hutt,’ and when the housing market might turnaround in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Jan 04:57 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Who's lining up for Hipkins' new Cabinet?OPINION: There is an easy answer to one of Cabinet's biggest headaches, law and order.23 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRNZ/TVNZ merger: Debate 'is the proof we need it'OPINION: How opponents exploited a lack of public media to attack the prospect of one.23 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Now it's Chippy vs the donors de LuxeOPINION: Jacinda Ardern's resignation wasn't the only big political news last week.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Chris Hipkins' first interview on Newstalk ZB as incoming PMChris Hipkins joins Newstalk ZB’s Heather du Plessis-Allan in a busy first day of media as Labour leader. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch23 Jan 01:28 PM
New ZealandTransport Minister says bite the bullet and get rail work done quicklyMichael Wood says Auckland's rail network is 'neglected'.23 Jan 07:01 AM
PoliticsLuxon vs Hipkins: How will the clash of the Christophers play out?Two men named Christopher will compete for the chance to lead NZ into 2024.23 Jan 05:35 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessJacinda Ardern will be gone soon, but NZ’s economic troubles are here to stayNew York Times: NZ’s long-standing economic issues continued to simmer in the background.23 Jan 05:00 AM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: Labour shifts focus from Grey Lynn to West AucklandFrom the 'woking class' to the working class - Hipkins heralds a major shift in politics.22 Jan 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDavid Cunliffe: Expect Hipkins to ditch Three Waters, TVNZ/RNZ mergerOPINION: Labour's senior line-up now looks refreshed and battle-hardened.22 Jan 08:34 PM
PoliticsHipkins, Ardern discussed possible departure last year; set to rein in Labour policiesThe soon-to-be Prime Minister signalled some significant changes are on the way.22 Jan 07:54 PM
New ZealandHipkins gets to work, tragic week of drownings & Coronation plans revealed | Focus Morning Bulletin: 23 January, 2023 Our new PM gets set to reshuffle cabinet, a deadly reminder about water safety and how the UK will celebrate King Charles’ coronation in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Jan 04:42 PM
Politics'She’s still my best friend': Hipkins' plea for family privacy over marriage splitChris Hipkins said the decision was made in the best interest of his family.22 Jan 04:07 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsOpinion: Hipkins embarks on policy bonfire - what’s safe and what’s notThe incoming PM has promised to scrap distracting policies.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionForsyth & McCormick: A new kind of leaderOPINION: How Jacinda Ardern changed a worldview of taking charge.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: From transformation to basics - Hipkins' first pitch to Labour's lost votersHipkins pitch to win back voters rests on focus on the basics - not snazzy reforms22 Jan 04:38 AM
VideoFocus: Christopher Luxon speaks to media on Labour’s new leaderChristopher Luxon has congratulated Chris Hipkins in his new role but says 'nothing has changed' overall for the labour party. Watch22 Jan 04:37 AM
New ZealandFocus: Incoming PM Chris Hipkins on his family situationIncoming PM Chris Hipkins talks about his marriage breakdown and asks that New Zealanders respect the privacy of his children and family. Video / Mark MitchellWatch22 Jan 04:06 AM
Politics‘No-one understands what that means’: Chris Hipkins on co-governanceThe new Labour leader says the Government will be clearer on co-governance.22 Jan 04:01 AM
Politics'The world is facing a new challenge': Where Hipkins will refocus Labour in 2023Carmel22 Jan 03:36 AM
New ZealandFocus: Chris Hipkins and Carmel Sepuloni confirmed as new PM and deputy PMHipkins said it was in the interests of New Zealand for the transition to be seamless and speedy. Cabinet reshuffle announcements to come. Video / Mark MitchellWatch22 Jan 03:36 AM
OpinionJacinda Ardern and the unrealistic expectations of leadershipThe commentary attached to Jacinda Ardern has been violent, abusive and sexist.22 Jan 12:07 AM
OpinionChris Hipkins becomes NZ’s new prime minister – there are two ways it can go from hereChris Hipkins has the hopes of Labour on his shoulders now Jacinda Ardern has resigned.21 Jan 11:21 PM
Politics‘Biggest privilege of my life’: Hipkins to become PM today, Sepuloni tipped as deputyHipkins emerged as the only nominee to replace Jacinda Ardern as party leader and PM.21 Jan 05:05 PM
VideoFocus: Chris Hipkins - Path to Prime MinisterA history of Chris Hipkins' political career and memorable moments. Watch21 Jan 04:26 AM
New ZealandHipkins 'humbled and honoured' to take over role of PMHipkins will become Prime Minister once Jacinda Ardern formally resigns the post.21 Jan 02:45 AM
New ZealandRobertson congratulates 'my mate Chippy', Hipkins' dad has 'mixed feelings' about son's new jobHe was the only nomination for the Labour leadership today.21 Jan 01:08 AM