New Zealand‘So much for democracy’: Councillor slams mayor’s 11th-hour election moveElectoral officer Dale Ofsoske says in 40 years he’s never seen one called.15 Oct 11:30 PM
New Zealand‘Focus on sustainably grown timber’: Ikea company buys forests in NorthIngka Investments' 12,900ha deal covers nine forests, subject to OIO approval.15 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorTe Pāti Māori internal chaos: How the party has collapsed into controversy and infighting A year ago, it was riding high. Now internal tensions in the caucus are boiling over.14 Oct 03:52 AM
New ZealandHunt unseats Stolwerk as voters back change in Northland council shake-upPeter-Lucas Jones, Tui Shortland and Rick Stolwerk have been ousted from their roles.13 Oct 05:00 AM
PoliticsHow tiny margins flipped councils – and ended big-city dynastiesJonathan Larsen looks set to edge Snow Tane by just five votes in Kaipara.13 Oct 01:48 AM
New ZealandTight three-way Kaipara contest could hinge on just a handful of ballotsOnly 74 votes separated the three front-runners after Saturday's 'progress' count.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand Landslide re-election for Moko Tepania as Far North Mayor confirms prioritiesMoko Tepania won with 10502 votes, over 3600 ahead of rival Ann Court.12 Oct 05:00 AM
Politics'Racist attack' or 'corrosive obsession' on race? 25 areas remove Māori wards, 17 keep themThe Herald’s interactive map shows referendum results across the country.11 Oct 08:42 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidates stuck in cliffhanger, more results expected todayMore results are expected to be released today as Saturday's votes enter the mix.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFar North clear, Whangārei and Kaipara uncertain: How Northland’s local elections are shaping upFar North mayor Moko Tepania is 3600 votes ahead of challenger Ann Court.11 Oct 08:19 AM
New ZealandWho's in and out? Tight races and big political comebacks in local electionsHawke’s Bay bucked the turnout slump, recording a sharp rise in local voting.11 Oct 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘We’re providing a lifestyle’: Developer's vision for beach town on Auckland's doorstep On Auckland's doorstep, a new development aims to lead the country with its eco-design.10 Oct 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can TikTok really fix New Zealand’s voter turnout problem?OPINION: Councils go viral to lure young voters to ballot box.08 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPrestigious Auckland private school King’s College announces new headmasterThe school leader begins as headmaster in January 2026, after Simon Lamb’s departure.07 Oct 08:38 PM
New ZealandThree die in 'devastating' crashes into lake on same corner. Authorities demand actionTwo vehicles plunged into Lake Rotomā from SH30 within nine months in 2020 and 2021.06 Oct 05:29 PM
New ZealandElection hoardings defaced with swastikas and racial slursLocal Government NZ's Scott Necklen warns that abuse of candidates has worsened.04 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKoha cafes, food banks and markets: How the regional towns are coping with hard times Small Northland towns are struggling with poverty but there are pockets of hope.04 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandDargaville's the place to be for tractor buffsThere's so much to see at the Kaipara Heritage Machinery Inc and Dargaville Museum.03 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandEnd of an era: Dargaville racecourse sold after century of racing historyThe 46.7ha property sold for under $1.7m, despite a $5.45m valuation.02 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in suitcase on bus granted electronic bail, keeps name secretThe 27-year-old's next court appearance is in December. 30 Sep 11:39 PM
New Zealand'Unknown substance': Bomb squad responds to northern Auckland propertyPolice were called to Mangawhai Rd, Te Arai property after a discovery at 11.18am.30 Sep 03:07 AM
CrimeAnimal neglect: Farmer fined after calves found starving, crippled and deadNine calves were found dead and four more were euthanised due to neglect.29 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandNorthland’s hidden crisis: Meet the locals fighting homelessness on the front lineMonte Tito, Liz Cassidy-Canning and Petrina Pitman are helping Northland's homeless.26 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomDeputy PM job share gets mixed review from business leadersBusiness leaders give the shared deputy role a score of 3.07 out of five.25 Sep 12:00 AM
PoliticsEducation Minister Erica Stanford announces $58m top-up for urgent school repairsThe wider $413m package combines new, existing and brought-forward funding.22 Sep 02:52 AM
PoliticsHow coalition MPs plan to vote on their Māori wardsHow do some coalition MPs plan to vote on the Māori ward referendum? 16 Sep 04:59 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Labour byelection debacle demands ruling out TPMOPINION: Hipkins needs 140,000 more National voters to rule with just the Greens.11 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: Identity over experience reshapes Tāmaki Makaurau politicsOPINION: Oriini Kaipara's win shows a Māori preference for unapologetic representation.09 Sep 05:00 PM
AucklandElectoral Commission reviews social media post by Te Pāti Māori MPOriini Kaipara won the Tāmaki Makaurau seat last night, defeating Labour's Peeni Henare.06 Sep 11:55 PM
Politics'Over the moon': Oriini Kaipara wins Auckland byelection for Te Pāti Māori“I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for my whānau, my friends, my supporters.”06 Sep 10:58 AM
Environment'End of the reign': Decades-long Pākiri sand mining battle ends as company eyes up new locationBut, MBL will need to be prepared for a new battle with Bream Bay locals.04 Sep 01:28 AM
New ZealandKaipara's water woes deepen with non-compliance in safety standardsThe DRRA questions water treatment and local authority transparency.03 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Island mayor rejects Kaipara council's guidance on Māori obligationsClutha Mayor dismisses Kaipara council's Māori obligations document as unwelcome. 02 Sep 05:00 AM
TravelWhy we moved to NZ for world-class mountain bikingOne of the world's best mountain bike photographers explains why he calls NZ home.29 Aug 06:57 PM
