PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOmbudsman investigating KiwiRail's refusal to release 'excessive' consultant costFinance Minister Nicola Willis says she awaits the investigation's outcome with interest.28 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Say no to Government having a four-year termOPINION: Extending their term will just give politicians another year for working groups.28 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsCovid-19 Royal Commission: Hipkins admits Govt ‘lost the room’ amid lockdownsVaccine mandates caused huge pain to a “substantial minority”.28 Nov 03:13 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessShelling out: How taxpayer spent $52m buying into a loss-making mussel farmShane Jones defends Crown investments into struggling Ōpōtiki aquaculture firm.28 Nov 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Winston Peters dings PM on coalition anniversaryOPINION: It's a fraught business when political leaders talk about each other.28 Nov 12:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to mediaChristopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to the mediaWatch27 Nov 10:30 PM
PoliticsFormer top cop ready to shake-up spending on social servicesAndrew Coster sees his role as building a fence at the top of the cliff.27 Nov 08:50 PM
OpinionOpinion: Minister's promise of better Māori health outcomes faces reality checkOPINION: Shane Reti's promise falters amid ongoing staff cuts.27 Nov 07:18 PM
PoliticsBoris Johnson on the relationship between New Zealand and the United KingdomFormer British Prime Minister Boris Johnson speaks about the relationship between New Zealand and the UK ahead of his New Zealand travels. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Nov 07:18 PM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: Coalitions in the past have been fraught - and this one is no differentOPINION: Leading a coalition Government needs a rhinoceros hide.27 Nov 04:58 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhat’s wrong with our schools? New report paints bleak picture of a system standing stillNew report asks: What should the role of a school be in modern NZ?27 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandArapaki to open in Term 1, 2025The first charter school announced to open under the Government’s new regime will be based on an Australian model. Video / George HeardWatch27 Nov 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNay nay captain - Labour to vote on banning captain's callsLabour members will vote on banning captain's calls this weekend.27 Nov 03:17 AM
PoliticsMike King’s message to Mental Health Minister following controversial alcohol commentsThe minister disagrees with comments about alcohol use being a solution to mental health.27 Nov 03:00 AM
PoliticsFirst charter school announced, will open first term 2025It's based on an Australian model.27 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis speak on OCR newsChristopher Luxon and Nicola Willis speak to media on the OCR newsWatch26 Nov 11:33 PM
KahuWillie Jackson and David Seymour set for Treaty Principles Bill showdownJackson challenges Seymour to debate, urges public to keep fighting against the bill.26 Nov 08:20 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Every human being for themselves’: Winston Peters hints at 2026 election plansWinston Peters says all coalitions are difficult and you have to compromise.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWinston Peters urges France and New Caledonia to find ‘a new pathway forward’ after unrestWinston Peters spoke to French leaders in Paris overnight.26 Nov 04:00 PM
Kahu3000 join Māori electoral roll after Treaty Principles Bill hīkoiOrganisers of the hīkoi mō te Tiriti promoted a switch from the general roll.26 Nov 07:58 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: My memorable last interview with Nikki KayeOPINION: Nikki Kaye, Simon Bridges were identified as the standouts of their generation.26 Nov 04:17 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSeymour advocates for surplus, clashes with colleagues over budget strategyThe remarks came after National ministers suggested the surplus might be delayed.26 Nov 04:14 AM
PoliticsHow Kaye 'blew people's expectations out of the water'Kaye is being remembered from those across the political divide.26 Nov 02:42 AM
Politics'A beautiful soul': Former National MP Nikki Kaye dies at 44The former Auckland Central MP has died after a long battle with cancer.26 Nov 12:35 AM
PoliticsHerald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media at Mystery CreekChristopher Luxon speaks to the media at Mystery Creek Events Centre. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Nov 12:15 AM
BusinessGovt paves way for private sector to build more social housingMinister details how the Govt will help community housing providers secure finance.25 Nov 11:38 PM
Politics‘Through the toughest moments we learn the most’: Kaye’s final speech to ParliamentThe ex-MP has died after a long battle with cancer. This is her last speech in the House.25 Nov 10:42 PM
PoliticsChris Hipkins reacts to news of Nikki Kaye's deathChris Hipkins reacts to news of former National Party minister Nikki Kaye's death while speaking to Kerre Woodham. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch25 Nov 09:38 PM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon discusses Cook Strait ferriesThe Government has promised a decision on the future of Interislander by the end of the year. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch25 Nov 08:01 PM
New ZealandHealth Minister promises $42m fund for new senior docs, nurses, will reduce hospital wait timesReti says $20m to hire 50 new senior docs, $10m for nurses, $12m for other improvements. 25 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandWatch Live: Chris Hipkins takes talkback with Kerre WoodhamChris Hipkins takes talkback with Kerre WoodhamWatch25 Nov 06:56 PM
New ZealandLuxon claims to have curbed gang membership under his leadershipBut is the Government playing 'fast and loose' with the numbers?25 Nov 05:57 PM
New ZealandWatch Live : Christopher Luxon live with Mike HoskingChristopher Luxon live with Mike HoskingWatch25 Nov 05:46 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsHow Seymour ‘got it wrong’ about Peters - and why Treaty bill could live on'Difficult to see genie getting put back in the bottle.'25 Nov 04:00 PM