Property'Please, SkyCity, look after it!' – Fletcher boss at NZICC opening'I speak a number of languages': Fletcher boss after chanting a mōteatea to guests today.10 Feb 09:01 PM
BusinessFinally! $1 billion NZ International Convention Centre opened after 11 yearsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon cut the ribbon at today's ceremony. Video / Michael CraigWatch10 Feb 08:53 PM
PoliticsTax or levy? Government under pressure over gas plan as Labour says Kiwis will feel stingThe Govt has announced construction of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import facility.10 Feb 03:12 AM
New ZealandNZ First to campaign on ministers getting final say in fast track projectsShane Jones wants ministers, not expert panels, to make final project calls.10 Feb 01:13 AM
Auckland'Reasonable investment certainty': Industry urges clarity on Auckland housing rulesChris Bishop wants growth centred on the central city, rail hubs and key transport routes.09 Feb 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Going to need support’: PM says 'investment' necessary for critical minerals mining amid NZ-US talksNZ will require capital "from domestic purposes and overseas purposes to do that".09 Feb 04:43 AM
New ZealandLuxon says Trump should apologise over 'racist' Obama postThe 62-second clip has a brief scene of primates with the Obamas' faces imposed over them.08 Feb 09:35 PM
New ZealandRemoving sewage before it goes septic is main focus for Wellington WaterMayor Andrew Little will raise the plant failure with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.06 Feb 09:45 PM
OpinionChristopher Luxon: Finding common ground – a vision for Waitangi and beyondOPINION: The PM reflects on the recent North Island tragedies and community support.05 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Hipkins' blunt message to iwi leaders – lower your expectationsOPINION: Labour has learned a critical lesson after the rapid change of the Ardern era.04 Feb 11:36 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Thursday, February 5, 2026Morning Headlines | Wellington mayor issues warning over beaches and Christopher Luxon positive ahead of pōwhiri | Thursday, February 5, 2026Watch04 Feb 06:30 PM
New ZealandWhat to expect at Waitangi this year: Weather, crowds and moodThe Treaty Principles Bill being axed has eased tensions at this year's events.04 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLuxon claims NZ-US critical minerals chat at early stage, Seymour says framework summary producedThe Prime Minister wouldn't commit to public consultation on it.04 Feb 02:59 AM
PoliticsLabour leader Chris Hipkins talks to the media from WaitangiLabour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to media from Waitangi today. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Feb 01:45 AM
PoliticsNZ, US commit to explore 'co-operation on critical minerals' less than day after PM brushes off deal talksChristopher Luxon said reporting on a framework was 'frothy'.02 Feb 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: How SkyCity kitchen staff scrambled to save PM’s big convention centre lunch A basement vehicle collision cut gas to the new NZICC kitchens for 15 minutes.02 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTop NZ diplomat heads to US critical minerals summit as PM brushes off deal talk, China watchingChristopher Luxon refused to say what the benefits of such a deal could be.02 Feb 04:00 AM
PoliticsGovernment announces new school assessment, reporting toolsThe changes will ensure a nationally consistent approach to assessments.02 Feb 01:31 AM
Wellington‘Up to individuals how they respond to that’: Luxon reacts to firefighter's crude gestureA spokeswoman for Fire and Emergency said the department 'does not condone the behaviour'.01 Feb 08:18 PM
Herald NOWDaily panel talks traffic woes, crude gestures and Sam Ruthe's successReal estate agent Jayne Kiely and Senior BusinessDesk reporter Dileepa Fonseka join Ryan Bridge for the daily panel. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch01 Feb 07:47 PM
Herald NOWChristopher Luxon congratulates teen running sensation Sam Ruthe'We're really proud of you': PM's words for record-breaker Sam Ruthe Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch01 Feb 07:33 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Really proud' – Luxon congratulates teen running sensation Sam Ruthe after record-breaking featThe PM took over interviewing duties when Ruthe appeared on a live cross.01 Feb 07:32 PM
Herald NOWPM's reaction to crude gesture by firefighterChristopher Luxon reacts to crude gesture by firefighter he met while surveying weather damage. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch01 Feb 07:27 PM
New Zealand'We’re still fighting': Hīkoi to Waitangi pushes rights of next generationThe march from Cape Rēinga to Waitangi to fight for rights will keep the US in mind.30 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Why Luxon is betting on the Indo-Pacific over Trump's Gaza offerOPINION: New Zealand has shifted its foreign policy focus firmly to the Indo-Pacific.30 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Awesome!' - PM Jim Bolger at SkyCity casino opening 30 years agoMonday marks casino's opening: late Dame Cath Tizard and Jim Bolger officiated that night.29 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Not a money issue': PM and minister say recovery work must finish before any East Coast road upgrade decisionsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon had stops in Hick’s Bay and Te Araroa.29 Jan 06:52 AM
PoliticsPM to attend Waitangi next week, Herald understandsChristopher Luxon's yet to officially announce where he will be.29 Jan 05:03 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Trouble brewing in coalition as Peters pushes his advantageOPINION: Winston Peters is walking all over his partners with his attack on the India FTA.29 Jan 12:19 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters hits back at Luxon: Row deepens between NZ First, National over India immigrationThe Trade Minister is also fighting back.29 Jan 12:00 AM
PoliticsAct Party's lack of support for modern slavery bill sees National team up with LabourThis is the first time such a rule has been used in Parliament.28 Jan 10:56 PM
New Zealand First Mount Maunganui landslide victim formally identified, would have turned 16 todayHis body will now be returned to his family.28 Jan 05:35 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters claims 'truth not being told' over India deal, but Luxon says that's 'wrong'"He was wrong then, he’s wrong on this one too,” the Prime Minister says. 28 Jan 04:12 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon says Winston Peters incorrect on India FTA claimsNZ First isn't supporting the deal. Video / Mark MitchellWatch28 Jan 03:30 AM
