New Zealand'Taking back control': New era as Govt axes most Covid restrictions for KiwisMeanwhile, some MPs and health experts say it has gone too far.12 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Row over park in Pakuranga tells complicated taleHow can you tell if your councillor is defending your interests or just pretending?12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandQueenstown mayoral hopefuls look to diversify Covid-hit economyA crowded field of six candidates are vying to replace outgoing mayor Jim Boult.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLive: Lights out tonight! Govt scraps traffic light system, almost all mask rulesGovernment moves to new phase of Covid-19 response.12 Sep 04:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Covid response is dead - the PM hopesThe PM says summer will be a time to heal - she will hope her popularity can also heal.12 Sep 03:29 AM
New ZealandLive: Public holiday for the Queen? Cabinet meets; have your say in our pollA public holiday will likely coincide with a memorial service for the Queen.12 Sep 01:32 AM
BusinessControversial Government tender for recruitment services haltedGovernment halts overhaul of how it pays recruiters.12 Sep 12:40 AM
New ZealandLights out at midnight? Cabinet set to scrap traffic light system todayDeputy PM Grant Robertson says Covid-19 decisions will provide clarity11 Sep 11:38 PM
New ZealandGone by Wednesday? Govt set to scrap entire traffic light system, mask mandatesThe Government will decide today whether to scrap the whole traffic light system.11 Sep 08:17 PM
New ZealandLive: Cabinet considers public holiday, NZ memorial to mourn QueenKing Charles will be formally proclaimed as the King of New Zealand at 12.30pm.11 Sep 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBeehive Diaries: Sausage roll cake perfect present for HipkinsThe Police Minister was given an unusual birthday cake.10 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-Allan: What happened in Northland and other questionsLabour cannot continue to block a Covid response inquiry.10 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSir John Key shares memories of his time with the QueenThe Queen thoughtfully chose NZ for Prince William's first official visit abroad in 2010.10 Sep 02:24 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThomas Coughlan: Shaw's second victory over no one settles questionsWhat does James Shaw's return to the co-leadership say about the Greens?09 Sep 11:22 PM
RoyalsThe Queen and Māori - a relationship based on mutual respectWithin Māoridom the Queen's passing is met with sadness and gratitude09 Sep 10:57 PM
PoliticsJames Shaw wins back job with overwhelming majorityJams Shaw is once again Green Party co-leader.09 Sep 09:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Bye bye traffic lights - will the PM rip off the Covid-19 band-aid?Will the Government give the green light to scrapping its Covid-19 powers?09 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPeter Davis: GST furore highlights how much fees can dent KiwiSaver balancesWhy the Government should do more to pressure KiwiSaver providers to lower their fees.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandArdern expects King Charles to remain politically neutralThe Prime Minister is unsure of when she will speak to New Zealand's new head of state.09 Sep 07:18 AM
PremiumPremiumPersonal FinancePrivate insurers want in on the Govt's proposed income insurance schemePrivate insurance to take a hit if proposed state income insurance scheme goes ahead.09 Sep 05:24 AM
New ZealandWhy New Zealand is unlikely to race towards republicanism after Queen's deathOn the Tiles discusses the challenges facing the UK in the months ahead.09 Sep 04:00 AM
RoyalsFocus: Leaders in NZ and across the world remember Queen Elizabeth IILeaders both in New Zealand and across the world are paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II. Video / NZ Herald / APWatch09 Sep 02:52 AM
WorldSolomon Islands to delay election, raising fears of unrestMany people in the South Pacific nation of 700,000 remain sceptical of the PM's motives.08 Sep 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics$1.1b Oranga Tamariki spend-up a 'disparate collection of ideas' with no strategyTreasury has delivered a scathing report of Oranga Tamariki's Budget funding.08 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKiwibank 2.0 is 'a wealth of opportunity'OPINION: 'NZ is perhaps the only market that is so dominated by overseas-owned banks.'08 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDoC reviews contract awarded to minister's husband's companyDoC scrutinising award of contracts to Gannin Ormsby consultancy.08 Sep 05:42 AM
PoliticsJami-Lee Ross lied to SFO to implicate Simon Bridges, court hearsLawyer for Jami-Lee Ross says he lied to the SFO to implicate Simon Bridges.08 Sep 03:37 AM
PoliticsNational MP puts out call for members, to aid selectionA National MP has put out a call for new members, to help her get reselected for seat.08 Sep 03:06 AM
New ZealandPolitical donations: Justice Minister proposes fix for NZ First Foundation loopholeLast month, the Serious Fraud Office sought leave to appeal the High Court's decision.08 Sep 12:20 AM
New ZealandNational renews call for inquiry into government's Covid responseNational renews calls for independent inquiry into government's Covid response.07 Sep 08:30 PM
New ZealandLotto warned of harm to Pacific and Māori from $25m online BingoPlan to introduce online Bingo by early next year raises fears of 'continuous gambling'.07 Sep 07:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLizzie MarvellyLizzie Marvelly: 'Vulnerable treated like cash cows' - emergency housing makes Rotorua a dumping groundOpinion: Lizzie Marvelly says the creators of this nightmare must be held accountable.07 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsDoor closing on chance for election-promise costing unitLabour may miss an opportunity to create a promise costings unit.07 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike HoskingMike Hosking: Damage already done for desperate Govt's election chancesOPINION: Last week showed how out of touch they really are.07 Sep 05:00 PM