PremiumPremiumPolitics'Disgusted ... total lies': Inside the struggle between Matt McCarten and Willie JacksonThey were like brothers for decades. Now they've had a falling out of epic proportions.18 Dec 11:21 PM
PoliticsPeters prepares ‘answer’ to silence questions about governing with Labour 'We’re going to give you an answer and we’re going to stick to it all year.'18 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour has eight-point lead over National in latest pollLabour’s rise to 38% would still leave it short of a majority in Parliament.17 Dec 05:42 AM
LivePoliticsPolitical leaders wrap 2025 with final parliamentary speechesNational's Christopher Luxon and Labour's Chris Hipkins were among the speakers.17 Dec 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhy Chris Hipkins still refuses to answer the big Winston Peters questionCurrent polling suggests Labour and the Greens will need another party's support to win.16 Dec 03:00 AM
Herald NOWHerald NOW panel: Chippy, the sexy Kiwi accent and humanoid robotsThe Herald NOW panel discuss the big issues of the day. Featuring Lara Greaves and Damien Light. Video / Herald NOWWatch15 Dec 07:42 PM
Herald NOWHipkins on his biggest mistakes: we were trying to do too many thingsLabour Leader Chris Hipkins joins Herald NOW for his final weekly spot of 2025.Watch15 Dec 07:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Nicola Willis shows her mettle as attacks come from left and rightOPINION: The Finance Minister has taken the fight back to TPU chairwoman Ruth Richardson.10 Dec 11:28 PM
Politics'How out of touch can you be': Political leaders react as bank hikes mortgage ratesWestpac is the first of the banks to move. 10 Dec 02:56 AM
PoliticsLabour leader confident Māori won’t split their vote after Te Pāti Māori turmoilLabour was only able to secure one of the seven Māori electorates in 2023. 09 Dec 03:14 AM
Politics‘In defence of Mark Mitchell’: Hipkins says ‘absolutely feasible’ minister didn’t see McSkimming emails The Labour leader explained the process around how emails are handled.08 Dec 11:06 PM
New Zealand'Conversation never happened': Hipkins rejects Coster’s car briefing claim on McSkimming caseThe Labour leader said McSkimming wouldn’t have made deputy role if complaints were known.08 Dec 08:54 PM
Herald NOW'He has a different recollection': Hipkins on claims Coster briefed him on McSkimming caseLabour Leader Chris Hipkins answers questions on Andrew Coster's claim he was alerted on Jevon McSkimming details earlier than reportedWatch08 Dec 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Poll shows support parties reshaping political landscapeOPINION: The Government had plenty of good news in the latest 1News poll.08 Dec 05:58 AM
PoliticsNew political poll: Greens, TPM lose chunk of support The poll is one of the last major polls of 2025.08 Dec 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Coster's apology had all the feeling of a piece of woodOPINION: The former police boss's resignation statement was barely adequate. 03 Dec 09:55 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Three venues, three dresses – Wilhelmina Shrimpton's Ayrburn wedding plansPlus Adam Parore, Mat Croad and Mikayla Haycock are preparing for their big days.03 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHipkins: Labour will reinstate pay equityLabour leader Chris Hipkins talks finance policy, GP loans and how the party will fund pay equity plans.Watch01 Dec 06:57 PM
PoliticsChris Hipkins delivers his speech at Labour conferenceLabour leader Chris Hipkins closed the Labour Party’s 2025 conference with a speech and policy announcement. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Nov 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLabour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to the Herald ahead of his conferenceChris Hipkins will not say whether Labour will commit $12.8b to restore pay equity. Video / Mark MitchellWatch27 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Watch this space – there's more to come': Hipkins on the tech tax Labour may look atAs Labour grandees gather in Auckland, Chris Hipkins gets ready to rally the troops.27 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: What it would really take for Luxon to step asideOPINION: There will be no coup. But the speculation didn't appear out of thin air. 26 Nov 11:44 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Fancy a CGT with your sausage and tomato sauce this summer?OPINION: Two-thirds back a CGT but want inflation-adjusted, not nominal, gains taxed.25 Nov 04:00 PM
Politics'Who knows what you're voting for': Hipkins takes swipe at NZ First but doesn't rule out allianceThe Labour leader also ruled out any new wealth taxes but will keep its CGT on the table.24 Nov 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorJamie Ensor: The growing connections between NZ First and Labour Are there issues on which the two parties agree?22 Nov 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Why there's a target on Chris Bishop's backOPINION: A C-grade scandalette over a footbridge signals something's up. 19 Nov 10:58 PM
New ZealandPM backs minister's 'pragmatic' call to spend Kāinga Ora money on local bridgeLabour leader Chris Hipkins says the move by Chris Bishop ‘doesn’t pass the sniff test’.18 Nov 03:45 AM
Politics'I panicked': Hipkins reveals location of proposal to new fiancéThe Labour leader told the world the news in an Instagram post this afternoon.17 Nov 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Plain-talking IPCA report sets standard for other inquiriesOPINION: Paul Goldsmith’s crackdown orders the Navy and spies to target Pacific gangs.13 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour jumps to 38% in new poll after tax announcement National is also up in the Talbot Mills/Anacta poll.13 Nov 03:56 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: McSkimming scandal – how 'groupthink' evolved in the NZ PoliceOPINION: When loyalty trumps integrity, very bad things can happen.13 Nov 12:19 AM
Politics'Take them out': Labour unconcerned if Te Pāti Māori destroyed at electionChris Hipkins couldn't say what value the party brought to Parliament.10 Nov 11:00 PM
PoliticsLabour wants Māori seats, doesn't express concern if that destroys Te Pati MāoriChris Hipkins says Te Pati Māori isn't focused on the key issues. Video / Mark MitchellWatch10 Nov 09:58 PM
EconomyLuxon calls for 'mature' conversation on asset recycling, Hipkins pledges to hold on to all state assetsThe debate between political opponents was sparked by a new Treasury report.10 Nov 06:19 AM
