PoliticsClaims Te Pāti Māori tried to oust ill MP 'brought clarity to matters long carried in silence' – MP's familyTe Pāti Māori's president says he wouldn't respond to matters 'based on hearsay'.26 Nov 02:56 AM
Politics'It's not impossible': Willis says National may join other parties to repeal Regulatory Standards ActThe National deputy leader said her party may also campaign to get rid of the law. 25 Nov 11:40 PM
New ZealandWatch: Nicola Willis says National may also campaign on repealing the Regulatory Standards ActNicola Willis speaks to Nick Mills and says National may also campaign on repealing the Regulatory Standards Act. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Nov 11:36 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Prebble: How National squandered its economic edge — and what it must do to survive the next electionOPINION: Voters rate Labour ahead in every key area except law and order.25 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandBillions to be spent fixing flood-prone, mouldy defence estateAssociate Minister of Defence Hon Chris Penk and MP Simon Watts announced billions of dollars in defence infrastructure spending. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch25 Nov 10:58 PM
PoliticsAndrew Little says poll pressure key to his 2017 exit, weighs in on Christopher Luxon's leadership woes'[It's] about understanding the impact you're having on others.' 25 Nov 10:17 PM
PoliticsGovt pledges $4b for Devonport Naval Base in major upgrade of flood-prone, mouldy defence estateThe Defence Force warns 70% of its infrastructure has less than 20 years of working life.25 Nov 08:30 PM
Kahu'I believe there will be 20,000': Brian Tamaki lodges application for new Auckland Harbour Bridge protestIf the application is successful, there will be a protest on January 31.25 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt's parent-income welfare gateway for teenagers blasted by officials MSD officials said the policy did not tackle deeper causes of problems for young people.25 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: The Govt wants to abolish councils, just not the ones you're thinking ofOPINION: The Government's proposal reveals two truths.25 Nov 05:47 AM
PoliticsPolice accept Jevon McSkimming sex allegations will hurt recruitment It comes two days out from the Govt officially failing its police recruitment target. 25 Nov 05:32 AM
Politics'Most significant changes since 1989': Govt plan would scrap regional councillors in sweeping overhaulMayors would take over regional roles under the new proposal.25 Nov 04:00 AM
PoliticsWatch: Ministers announce massive shake-up of local governmentLocal Government Ministister Simon Watts and RMA Minister Chris Bishop said it was the biggest reform of local government since 1989. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Nov 04:00 AM
PoliticsPM's office clarifies Luxon's suggestion he isn't concerned for National MPs who could lose seatsChris Bishop has also addressed speculation about a leadership coup. 25 Nov 03:43 AM
PoliticsWatch: Chris Bishop grilled on leadership speculationSpeculation is mounting about Christopher Luxon's future as Prime Minister. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Nov 02:51 AM
Politics‘Political games’ Winston Peters hits back at Labour over Regulatory Standards repeal, attacks spelling mistakeLabour has opened the door to repealing the Regulatory Standards Act this term.25 Nov 12:17 AM
Politics‘Serious shake-up’ of local government that could end regional councils as we know themChristopher Luxon says too many layers of government are slowing progress.24 Nov 11:21 PM
Politics'Who knows what you're voting for': Hipkins takes swipe at NZ First but doesn't rule out allianceThe Labour leader also ruled out any new wealth taxes but will keep its CGT on the table.24 Nov 09:08 PM
Freight and logisticsThe dark fleet hiding in our own backyard: How the Cook Islands sold its flag to Moscow, TehranSPECIAL INVESTIGATION: How shadow fleets made the Cook Islands flag inconvienent.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsExpelled Te Pāti Māori MP claims spending was under budget amid overspend allegationsAn email reportedly from Parliamentary Service says the MP came in under budget.24 Nov 05:52 AM
PoliticsHousing minister vows Far North among biggest winners in Govt’s new housing planThe plan shifts to a data‑driven model for social and affordable homes.24 Nov 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhy National's new policy would lead Govt to pocket more taxEarning more money from tax is not always a tax increase, says National.24 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandInside Parliament’s property portfolio: Who owns what, and why it mattersNZ Herald data journalist Chris Knox is with us to dive into the numbers, and why it matters.Watch24 Nov 03:55 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon defiant amid talk he could be rolled as National leaderHe says he will be Prime Minister heading into next year.24 Nov 02:27 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to mediaChristopher Luxon speaks to the mediaWatch24 Nov 12:52 AM
PoliticsCapital gains tax poll reveals option with most support: How it differs from Labour policyThe Taxpayers' Union-Curia polling was conducted from November 2-6.24 Nov 12:47 AM
ConstructionWatch: Building a new home? Govt says you will need to buy a warrantyMinister Chris Penk is changing who is liable for defective building work.23 Nov 11:45 PM
WellingtonThe MP mulling his future as electorate disappears 'in a puff of smoke'The third-term Labour MP says he’ll decide after a 'lads' tour around the South Island'.23 Nov 11:07 PM
New ZealandTop's new leader thought being an MP sounded awful – now she wants in'You need structural change; you can't just rely on a few good people.'23 Nov 10:15 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Chris Hipkins speaks to mediaChris Hipkins speaks to mediaWatch23 Nov 09:50 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Minister announces next steps in nationwide building system reformChris Penk, Minister for building and construction, announces the next steps in nationwide building reformWatch23 Nov 08:41 PM
PoliticsTararua District's new Mayor Scott Gilmore on doing things different, curbing council spendingTararua District Mayor Scott Gilmore joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Nov 07:40 PM
PoliticsOCR decision looms, ANZ business confidence survey - Zoe Wallis talks markets for the week aheadForsyth Barr Investment Adviser Zoe Wallis joins Herald NOW for a look at ahead at the markets this week. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Nov 07:09 PM
PoliticsWatch: Luxon says he’ll ‘absolutely’ lead Nats to 2026 election, assuring Bishop is 'good friend'Luxon said he had been hearing "this stuff" ever since he entered Parliament.23 Nov 06:59 PM
