PoliticsWatch: Govt to fast-track consent for new liquefied natural gas terminal amid energy crisisThe PM made the announcement at the post-Cabinet press conference.26 Aug 03:46 AM
PoliticsForeign Minister meets with New Caledonia president after taking aim at French ambassadorThe situation in New Caledonia is one of the primary issues at the forum.26 Aug 03:43 AM
PoliticsTaxpayers’ Union behind ‘civic pulse’ survey of councillorsA councillor is frustrated the organisation did not declare its involvement.26 Aug 02:14 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Government holds post-Cabinet press conferenceGovernment post-Cabinet press conferenceWatch26 Aug 01:40 AM
PoliticsNZ-funded Tonga weather radar to provide early warningsNew Zealand spent $4 million in developing the facility.26 Aug 12:00 AM
PoliticsUnited Nations head says NZ Govt’s oil and gas licences ‘signing away our future’Winston Peters was NZ’s representative at the opening of the Pacific Islands Forum.25 Aug 10:51 PM
KahuOpinion: Being Māori remains strong wherever in the world we liveOPINION: Three Australian-based kapa haka will compete in Te Matatini 2025.25 Aug 07:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Govt's fast-track backdown delivers a nod to critics but not a bucklingCOMMENT: Ministers lose the power to decide fast-track projects, but still have influence.25 Aug 06:00 PM
PoliticsNZ Super Fund owns $150m in firms connected to illegal Israeli settlementsLabour says the Super Fund should sell positions in the firms.25 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsTonga diary: Roasted pig, octopus and media redemption at the Pacific Islands ForumThe Foreign Minister rejoiced over how journalists might achieve some redemption.25 Aug 05:20 AM
PoliticsPacific forum head disappointed by failed New Caledonia mission but vows to try againForum secretary-general Baron Waqa said its failure was due to 'some misunderstanding'.25 Aug 03:18 AM
PoliticsChanges to the government’s Fast-Track Approvals BillInfrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Resources Minister Shane Jones set out changes to the government’s Fast-Track Approvals Bill Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Aug 02:11 AM
PoliticsMinisters lose sign-off powers in backdown on Fast-track Approvals BillChris Bishop, Shane Jones and Simeon Brown will no longer have final approval powers.25 Aug 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFrom rural marae to New York to Cabinet: Tama Potaka’s path to politicsTama Potaka on where he stands on certain issues.24 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsNZ’s oil and gas exploration doesn’t feature amid UN Secretary-General’s demands to polluting countriesLegislation enabling exploration is expected to enter Parliament by the end of the year.24 Aug 09:03 AM
Politics'Enough of the corruption': Kim Dotcom teases a return to politicsFacing extradition to the US, the entrepreneur promises 'direct democracy'.24 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandRedemption for NZ's 'largest miscarriage of justice' | Focus Morning Bulletin August 24The search for justice continues in the NZ court system, Health Minister Shane Reti is aware of people misusing everyday products to induce highs and the US prepares for debate.Watch23 Aug 08:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Luxon's message to councils and banks was merciless, but great politicsOPINION: Luxon did not bother to sugarcoat it.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsContentious New Caledonia mission delay to hang over PM's first Pacific leaders forumA leaders' retreat without officials will test Luxon's political nous.23 Aug 05:00 PM
Politics‘Cheap and petty politics’: Hipkins takes aim at PM over local govt commentsLocal leaders gathered in Wellington for the Local Government New Zealand conference.23 Aug 02:43 AM
PoliticsPM, Foreign Minister set priorities for Pacific Island ForumThe Foreign Minister leaves for Tonga tomorrow.23 Aug 02:23 AM
KahuDavid Seymour happy to debate Treaty Principles Bill – anyone, anywhere, anytimeAct leader says the bill is being driven by his constituency and not an anti-Māori agenda.22 Aug 08:36 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Foreshore and seabed bill close to being finalised – what you need to knowThe facts behind the latest moves to change the legislation.22 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsExclusive poll: Who do Kiwis prefer out of Kamala Harris and Donald TrumpKamala Harris will speak at the DNC later today: Do Kiwis back her over Trump?22 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment to help councils move faster in emergenciesThe Government wants to help councils make changes fast in an emergency.22 Aug 05:49 AM
PoliticsDay after accusing councils of wasting money, Govt puts $750K toward dance festivalGovt funds $750k for World Dance Crew Championship despite calls to cut 'nice-to-haves'.22 Aug 05:29 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: If Seymour can't stop dissing the boss, he shouldn't be Deputy PMOPINION: Act's leader is pushing his luck over the Treaty principles bill.21 Aug 11:09 PM
New Zealand'Historic shift for NZ': First regional deal will be finalised by next year'We will only finalise deals with regions that are focused on the basics' - Simeon Brown.21 Aug 09:46 PM
New ZealandTobacco giant got its wish in leaked lobbying planA leaked document from a tobacco giant says the company should target political parties.21 Aug 08:04 PM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: The truth about the upcoming Treaty Principles BillOPINION: If you go into politics you live in a goldfish bowl.21 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeComCom vs RBNZ: How will Willis divvy up the cost of insuring your savings?Will she favour the approach of the Reserve Bank or the Commerce Commission?21 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHuge water leak delivers perfect backdrop for PM's sharp warning to councilsTory Whanau has accused Christopher Luxon of punching down in his speech to mayors.21 Aug 07:55 AM
PoliticsChistopher Luxon had a message for councils. Tory Whanau had a message for Christopher LuxonThe Prime Minister clashed with councillors at LGNZ's annual conference.21 Aug 05:43 AM
KahuWinston Peters casts doubt on PM's position on Treaty Principles BillThe Deputy Prime Minister has muddied the waters on the Treaty Principles Bill debate.21 Aug 05:35 AM
