PremiumPremiumPoliticsBarely alive in 2025: Treasury’s grim diagnosis Treasury shows the books will be in the red for the rest of the decade.17 Dec 01:47 AM
PoliticsGovernment's books in worse shape than expected, Finance minister tempers expectationsJenee Tibshraeny and Thomas Coughlan take a look at the treasury's updated economic forecast. Video / Mark MitchellWatch17 Dec 12:55 AM
EconomyNo surplus in sight: Creative accounting used to mask deterioration in Govt booksDebt issuance is expected to rise by more than expected.17 Dec 12:46 AM
PoliticsRevealed: Eight speeding tickets for ministerial cars – so who’s owned up?The speeding happened in Northland and Auckland.16 Dec 11:29 PM
New ZealandDivided stance: Councillors split over opposition to Treaty billWellington council opposes Treaty Principles Bill despite some councillors' objections.16 Dec 11:24 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rail Minister is never going to be railroadedOPINION: Peters has long been a tough interview subject.16 Dec 04:02 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWill Govt 'shift goalposts' on surplus, 2025 cuts details revealedMinisters have looked at changing the surplus measure and have begun 2025 cuts programme.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Hooray for the Public Servant of the Year (and honourable mentions)OPINION: Hail and farewell to a forthright and compelling advocate for good leadership. 16 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsRoads in, social housing out as Govt forces councils ‘back to basics’The Government hopes to rein in years of high rates rises with its 'back to basics' drive.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsManurewa marae inquiry: Findings secret until next year, will 'impact all public service'The findings are expected to 'impact all of the public service'.16 Dec 04:42 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceLocal Government Minister Simeon Brown announces reforms to get councils back to basics. Video / Mark MitchellWatch16 Dec 02:40 AM
PoliticsWatch: Luxon's final post-Cabinet press conference of yearIt's the final sitting week of Parliament. 16 Dec 01:43 AM
KahuSaved by generosity: Dave Letele's foodbank revival brings festive hopeOver 1000 Xmas hampers and toys delivered in Auckland, Hamilton, Tokoroa and Te Kuiti.15 Dec 07:48 PM
PremiumPremiumGDPHow many years will NZ be in deficit? Treasury to reveal updated forecastWill spending cuts alone get the books back into surplus?15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: What next for the troubled foreshore and seabed law?The Government may want to push for direct negotiations rather than court settlements.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsYouth advocates hope PM delivers Christmas gift of stopping bootcamp plan'The gift we ask for this Christmas is that you kill the bill.'15 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsPolice Minister praises ‘outstanding’ response to gang tangi, compliance with patch ban ‘high’'If you break the law, expect a response.'15 Dec 03:29 AM
PoliticsNew family and sexual violence action plan released by GovernmentThe plan details seven key areas of focus.14 Dec 10:30 PM
Politics'It’s what I happen to do, but it's not who I am': Luxon on keeping being PM and family life separateThe Prime Minister talks to Paula Bennett about life in the public eye. 14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Politician of the Year 2024 - Why King of the Roads Simeon Brown beats the restOPINION: Getting things done is the criterion and one minister has been all action.13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsParliamentary limbo pauses the countdown to ChristmasExhausted MPs13 Dec 03:32 AM
PoliticsThree Strikes legislation passes final hurdle in ParliamentLegislation replaces the law repealed by Labour.13 Dec 01:44 AM
KahuWhy curriculum changes could ignite cultural controversies in NZTeachers worry about public and political interference in curriculum rewrites.13 Dec 01:30 AM
PoliticsThe winners and losers of local politics - who is at risk at next year's elections?On the Tiles: Local Edition runs through the big political winners and losers of 2024.13 Dec 12:49 AM
PoliticsRevealed: What it will cost to travel on NZ's three new toll roadsA suite of rates has been unveiled, depending on when and how far you travel.13 Dec 12:10 AM
KahuWhat Tipene's return as a charter school means for South AucklandTipene, a former St Steven’s School, reopens in 2025, catering to Years 9 and 10.12 Dec 10:56 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellAnalysis: What does 'rail-enabled' ferries mean and can KiwiRail survive without them?KiwiRail has changed its tune as to how its freight business might be affected. 12 Dec 10:21 PM
New ZealandWatch Live : Christopher Luxon live in studio with Kerre WoodhamChristopher Luxon live in the studio with Kerre WoodhamWatch12 Dec 07:40 PM
OpinionKaren Chhour: Why young offenders need real chances, not political gamesOPINION: We should be honest and realistic about the programme’s outcomes.12 Dec 05:15 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis likely to exceed target for reducing consultant spending, saving $800mThe Government set a target of reducing spending by $400m a year.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPet bonds, no-cause evictions legislation passesThe bill amends the Residential Tenancies Act.12 Dec 06:49 AM
PoliticsThird bootcamp youth charged, OT limiting updates amid 'public scrutiny' on offendersIt says the offenders are facing 'public scrutiny'.12 Dec 03:41 AM
Personal FinanceHefty ACC levy hikes confirmed for next three yearsThe Government is to commission a review of the state insurer, as costs soar.12 Dec 01:44 AM
