PoliticsSeymour asked his ministry to look into ditching bike helmet rulesThe Ministry for Regulation said further work on this issue 'carries risks'.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsA decision, a panic attack and a therapist: Grant Robertson on his toughest weekIn his new book Grant Robertson describes experiencing anxiety for the first time17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: 6 ways Luxon can save his Prime MinistershipOPINION: With Labour rising, the PM risks a one-term premiership unless he adapts.16 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Kiwis demand public answers from former ministersOPINION: We aren't impressed by the decision to skip the public part of the inquiry.16 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducation'Privilege is not a dirty word': What will private schools be spending extra government money on?St Cuthbert's College will receive an estimated $1.6m subsidy.15 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump and Putin meet in Alaska, Darts in AucklandTrump and Putin are meeting in Alaska this morning to hopefully discuss peace and a ceasefire deal for Ukraine. Ukraine is not present at the meeting and was not invited.Watch15 Aug 08:07 PM
WorldTrump and Putin had an 'extremely productive meeting' in Alaska to discuss peaceDonald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet in Alaska to discuss peace without Ukraine. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Aug 07:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Waitākere Ranges win – iwi's 17-year struggle ends in historic dealOPINION: Finally, Auckland Council will formalise its partnership with Te Kawerau ā Maki.15 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsPoll reveals Kiwis disagree with Ardern, Hipkins not fronting public Covid inquiry hearing'Accountability is mute when it’s behind closed doors.' 15 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCouncillors behaving badlyAuckland councillors' behaviour is under scrutiny after Cr Ken Turner's outburst. Video / Auckland CouncilWatch15 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Just when you thought Covid was over, pandemic handling returns to headlinesOPINION: The Covid-19 pandemic leapt back into the spotlight this week. 15 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHealthcare'Defies belief': Union outrage over Health NZ board's up to $1.7m feesThe Health NZ board fees far exceed the Government's guidance for Crown entities.15 Aug 05:00 PM
Politics'Intrusive behaviour': Govt outlawing disruptive protests outside people’s homesThe new law will take into consideration a range of factors, such as the time of the day.15 Aug 03:09 AM
PoliticsTop seeks new leader in public job ad for 2026 election bidThe Opportunities Party aims to return for the 2026 election with fresh leadership.15 Aug 02:52 AM
Politics‘Huge amounts of land’: Minister gives update on letting foreign investors buy property in NZ It follows Winston Peters saying an announcement could be this year.15 Aug 12:06 AM
PoliticsKiwiRail settles with Hyundai for $144m over cancelled ferriesWinston Peters hit out at those who predicted a higher cost.14 Aug 11:42 PM
PoliticsSupreme Court issues new ruling on customary rights to riversNew Supreme Court ruling on customary rights to rivers released. 14 Aug 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Only one option on recognising Palestinian stateOPINION: When the PM and Leader of the Opposition agree, that should be the end of matter.14 Aug 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Council meeting attendance: Who showed up, who didn't and who bailed earlySee the attendance records for every Auckland councillor over the last three years.14 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Jacinda Ardern right not to front Covid-19 inquiryOPINION: Public appearance by the former Prime Minister would set a bad precedent. 14 Aug 07:30 AM
New ZealandLuxon responds after Israeli minister attacks 'lost the plot' Netanyahu comment'You don't really need an army because your most deadly enemy is a possum or a cat.'14 Aug 05:28 AM
PremiumPremiumTechnologyRUCs for all: Potential 'smart tag' cost on drawing board, privacy issues highlightedHow road user charges could work, day-to-day.14 Aug 04:46 AM
PoliticsPM Christopher Luxon responds to broadside from Israeli ministerIt follows Luxon saying Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu has "lost the plot". Video / Mark MitchellWatch14 Aug 03:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Self-centred Swarbrick makes Palestine debate all about herOPINION: Ironically, the Greens co-leader spent the weekend decrying 'outrage' politics.14 Aug 12:52 AM
Politics'Gutless and hypocritical': Minister lays into former PM for not fronting Covid hearingKey witnesses, including Jacinda Ardern, have refused to appear publicly. 13 Aug 08:19 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionToby Moore: Covid spending can be justified, despite Treasury reportOpinion: Former staffer in Grant Robertson's office responds to Treasury's Covid report. 13 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsOne year level of NZ students record lowest marks in decade. But is the tide turning? 2024 was the first time there was any improvement in achievement at any level since 2020. 13 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsWatch: The moment Chlöe Swarbrick gets kicked out of House for second time Issue stems from remarks made during Palestine debate on Tuesday.13 Aug 04:23 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Should NZ help save the two-state solution for Palestine?The PM says the recognition of Palestine will take time. Actually it's not that hard.13 Aug 04:00 AM
PoliticsArdern and other former ministers refuse to appear in public before Royal CommissionIt's been criticised for providing a platform for those with 'conspiracy theorist views'.13 Aug 03:01 AM
Politics'He's lost the plot': Luxon condemns Israel's Netanyahu amid Gaza attack'As a human being, looking at the situation, that is how I feel about it.'13 Aug 02:53 AM
New ZealandChlöe Swarbrick refuses to apologise for 'spine' remark, ordered to leave House againGreen Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick told to leave House again after refusing to apologise for her remarks inferring that Government MPs lacked spine. Video / Parliament TVWatch13 Aug 02:29 AM
Politics"He's lost the plot" - NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Israel's Benjamin NetanyahuLuxon was highly critical of the Israeli leader following the latest Gaza attack. Video / Mark MitchellWatch13 Aug 02:21 AM
PoliticsWatch: Chlöe Swarbrick ordered to leave House again after refusing to apologise'Free Palestine,' Swarbrick said as she left the chamber.13 Aug 01:58 AM