PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovt boosts spending on private schools to support ‘diversity, choice’It is the first increase in private school funding in 15 years, David Seymour said. 22 May 03:32 AM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Means-testing extended for Best Start paymentsBest Start will now be means-tested across all three years it is offered.22 May 03:14 AM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Every budget item in one interactiveUse the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.22 May 02:41 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGovt offers $200m for would-be gas investorsShane Jones says the fund allows the Crown to take a 10%-15% stake.22 May 02:41 AM
New ZealandPay equity, KiwiSaver and housing: Where the Govt cut $21bThe pay equity changes have saved the Government almost $13b.22 May 02:40 AM
New ZealandBudget breakdown: The 10 things you need to knowFrom pay equity savings, to subsidising private schools, to KiwiSaver changes.22 May 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Willis delivers 'true blue' Budget ANALYSIS: Budget requires Kiwis to do more to save for their retirement.22 May 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Pay equity albatross lingers for Nicola WillisOPINION: The best and worst parts of Nicola Willis' second Budget.22 May 02:00 AM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Budget specialRyan Bridge and an expert panel break down Budget 2025Watch22 May 12:50 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Everything you need to know about the BudgetANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news22 May 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Willis' pre-Budget attacks suggest she's feeling the pressureOPINION: It's unusual for a Finance Minister to focus on the Opposition before Budget Day.21 May 10:54 PM
New Zealand'Pay attention': Shane Jones hints at lower mining royalties in BudgetThe Resources Minister says his bill will be the first introduced after today's Budget.21 May 09:45 PM
New ZealandNZ Budget 2025 revealed, Smith & Caughey closes and Trump–Ramaphosa clash | NZ Herald News UpdateFinance Minister unveils NZ Budget 2025, the end of an era as Smith & Caughey closes and Trump, Ramaphosa in heated Oval Office exchange.Watch21 May 06:54 PM
AnalysisJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Five things to watch in today's 'Reality Bites Budget'Will Nicola Willis be able to cut spending and spur growth?21 May 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionToby Moore: Why debt ceiling fears are overblownOPINION: Finance Minister Willis warned last Tuesday of nearing NZ's debt ceiling.21 May 03:13 AM
OpinionThe Conversation: Less than a 5% increase in health amounts to standing stillOPINION: A 5% rise in New Zealand health funding may only sustain current service levels.21 May 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMarama Davidson: Budget needs to fund communities, not corporate greedOPINION: The Green Budget proposes making healthcare and early education free.20 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Sincerely apologise': Bosses of heckler at Deputy PM's event investigating incident'We do not condone behaviour that falls short of our code of conduct,' firm says.20 May 07:52 AM
PremiumPremiumTaxPM positive on providing tax support for firms that invest in tech and machinery How the Government could change capital depreciation rules in the Budget.19 May 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTe Pāti Māori voices in Parliament on Budget day in doubt after compromise talks failA fiery debate is likely in Parliament today on how Te Pāti Māori MPs should be punished.19 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsHipkins calls Greens' Budget 'huge spend-up', 'unrealistic' but agrees with some elementsThe Labour leader has previously refused to rule in or out supporting parts of the plan.19 May 06:37 AM
PoliticsLuxon, Willis announce tax changes ahead of Budget dayThe Government hopes the new changes will encourage investment. 19 May 03:08 AM
OpinionOpinion: Economic forecasting is notoriously difficult, but global uncertainty is making it harderOPINION: This year’s Budget will be one of the tightest in a decade.19 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandUrgent care closer to home for rural and remote communities'Geography shouldn’t be a barrier to getting the healthcare you need.'18 May 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHayden Wilson: Fiscal restraint and growth focus define upcoming BudgetOPINION: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?18 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: PM tightlipped on borrowing blueprint to fund expenditure days out from Budget Christopher Luxon unveiled $164m for new 24/7 urgent care clinics. 18 May 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: We don’t need a new health service, we need to invest in the current oneOPINION: Primary care receives less than 6% of New Zealand's health budget.18 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBudget to reveal high watermark for $132b government debtEconomists expect Thursday's Budget to mark peak government debt levels.18 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt needs to find billions for Budget 2025 to add up – where is it coming from?KiwiSaver, emergency housing, pay equity are where the Govt has found cash for Budget.18 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsLuxon announces $164m for new 24/7 urgent care servicesThe Prime Minister made the pre-Budget health announcement in Botany this afternoon.18 May 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: A delusional alternative Budget from Greens is what we've come to expectOPINION: The Greens derive much of their support from the wealthiest electorates in NZ.17 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteven JoyceSteven Joyce: Why it's time to scrutinise Fonterra's role in rising food pricesOPINION: Dairy prices are rising; butter now costs $3 more than last year.16 May 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Willis’ film industry backing shows Budget's focus on economic growth OPINION: Balancing growth and fiscal prudence will be a tough task for the Govt, though. 16 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandLiam Dann explains what to expect in Budget 2025NZ Herald Business Editor-at-large, Liam Dann breaks down all you need to know about the upcoming budget. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 May 02:13 AM
