New ZealandNearly 9000 teens to lose welfare if parents can support them under new testA 'parental assistance test' will be introduced for single 18- and 19-year-olds in 2027.22 May 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumTechnologyBudget 2025: $212m in cuts to existing business, science and innovation programmesNo surprises in another thin year for the sector.22 May 04:20 AM
New ZealandBudget: Hawke's Bay and Gisborne get $219m to fix Cyclone Gabrielle-hit roadsThe Government has announced a $219 million boost for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery.22 May 04:09 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderRNZ funding slashed, minister wants stronger audience reach, trust levelsGovernment announces a boost for regional journalism; RNZ faces $18m cut over four years.22 May 02:49 AM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Every budget item in one interactiveUse the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.22 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
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
New Zealand'Budget sensitive': RNZ blocked from publishing confidential reportThe High Court granted an injunction to stop RNZ from publishing story.21 May 06:54 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
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
PremiumPremiumOpinionHayden Wilson: Fiscal restraint and growth focus define upcoming BudgetOPINION: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?18 May 11:00 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
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
New ZealandBudget 2025: Māori Wardens receive $1.5M funding boostBudget 2025 allocates an additional $1.5 million annually to support the service.16 May 08:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanOpinion: 54th Parliament’s worst week – Thomas CoughlanA look back at our angry, sweary Parliament. 16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Budget lever the Govt could pull to lift NZ out of economic doldrumsOPINION: NZ has long aspired to have an energy-resilient economy. This is a way to do it.16 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis announces $577m film investment at Peter Jackson’s film studioThe extra money brings rebate total to $1.09 billion over four years. 15 May 09:55 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
New ZealandMinister for Social Investment, Nicola Willis talks to mediaMinister for Social Investment, Nicola Willis talks to the media after a Pre-Budget 2025 Social Investment Speech at the Southern Initiative.Watch15 May 12:01 AM
PoliticsNicola Willis announces $190m for Social Investment Fund'We can do much much better here.'14 May 09:46 PM
PoliticsThe Green party releases its alternative BudgetGreens promise $88b taxes including 33% inheritance tax for massive social safety net expansion. Video / Mark MitchellWatch14 May 01:46 AM
LivePoliticsWatch: 'The current system fails' – Govt investing $140m to boost dire school attendance ratesMost of the Government's funding will go towards creating a new nationwide service.13 May 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBeyond the Budget: Brutal truthsOPINION: Treasury forecasts permanent Budget deficits, starting in 2030.13 May 05:01 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Chris Hipkins' pre-Budget speechChris Hipkins delivers pre-Budget speech at the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 May 06:31 PM
PoliticsGovt earmarks $100m for students underachieving in maths, new ‘maths intervention’ teachersFunding will be included in next week's Budget. 12 May 07:30 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsInside Health NZ’s million-dollar spend on restructure consultantsThe agency said there was a "strong focus" on reducing the use of consultants.11 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: 'Fund hope, not hype' – what secondary teachers need from BudgetOPINION: Erica Stanford announced $53m for teacher registration fees for three years.11 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Political games hinder vital superannuation reformOPINION: It's time for NZ's leaders to tackle the superannuation debate together.09 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We've had enough': Red Square protest opposes pay equity changesOpponents say the changes will make it harder to successfully bring pay equity claims.09 May 07:21 AM
