PoliticsEducation entrepreneur considered standing for National, challenging in Act-held seatJamie Beaton now says he has 'no intention' of entering politics.18 Sep 12:14 AM
PremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Why separate seats could weaken the Māori influence they aim to protectOPINION: Rotorua's Māori councillor numbers fell after wards were introduced.17 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandNudism, spies and 'tingle rays': Meet the candidate who has stood in every race since 1969Tubby Hansen, 80, has thrown his hat in the ring once again.17 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumOpinionShane Te PouOpinion: What New Zealand can learn from Europe’s rising unrest13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumWorldKilling of Charlie Kirk raises fears of spiralling political violence in US11 Sep 06:09 AM
Politics'I don't give a crap': TPM’s Ferris doubles down on 'racist' post despite party apologisingHe said it's 'unacceptable' for people of other ethnicities to campaign in the seat.09 Sep 11:19 PM
WorldGen Z protests force Nepal leader outPresident Ramchandra Paudel pleaded for restraint as violence spread nationwide.09 Sep 07:09 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
Talanoa'Your voices matter': Fiame farewell as Samoa shifts to new leadershipLaauli Leuatea Schmidt will lead Samoa’s 18th parliament, sitting from Tuesday.09 Sep 05:28 AM
New ZealandPoll suggests Marcus Buddo leading race for Hastings mayorOne candidate claims the methods used to gather the poll are 'suspicious'.09 Sep 03:42 AM
WorldUK police arrest over 800 people at pro-Palestinian rallyThe Metropolitan Police arrested 857 people for “showing support” for Palestine Action.09 Sep 02:07 AM
New ZealandVoting countdown: Key dates, rules and what’s at stake in council electionsOrange voting papers will be delivered to mailboxes from today.08 Sep 09:23 PM
WorldMacron forced to find new PM after Bayrou oustedFrancois Bayrou has been in the job for just nine months.08 Sep 06:14 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why local body election hoardings need to changeOPINION: Roadside political signs are the moth-eaten cousin of the outdated soapbox.08 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldAnutin Charnvirakul takes office as Thai PM, ousts Shinawatra dynastyHe's known for decriminalising cannabis in 2022 as Health Minister.07 Sep 06:57 AM
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
WorldDC Attorney General sues Trump over National Guard deploymentNearly 2300 National Guard members are stationed in DC this week.04 Sep 06:49 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: Time to unscramble governmentNZ has 81 ministerial portfolios across 28 ministers and 43 departments.03 Sep 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Tsunami of aroha': More than 1000 signs put up supporting Māori wardsThe heart-shape signs are going nationwide.02 Sep 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: A four-year term won't improve political accountabilityOPINION: All parties support a four-year term referendum except Act.02 Sep 09:00 PM
Travel'Sided with democracy': Judge's ruling a blow to Trump's LA moveThe judge questioned the need for military in civilian policing.02 Sep 06:33 PM
New Zealand'Actions speak louder': Debbie Ngarewa-Packer on party's missionTPM co-leader Ngarewa-Packer criticises the denial of history and inequities in NZ.31 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can AI win the trust battle?OPINION: The benefits of AI are numerous ... but caution is warranted.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow a student’s banned speech sparked national debateAfter mediation, the school has apologised and will offer free speech training.26 Aug 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We shouldn’t undervalue the important work of historians OPINION: Also letters on religion and politics; cycle helmets; Palestinian state. 19 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Tāmaki Makaurau's by-election is a Labour vs Te Pāti Māori showdownPeeni Henare and Oriini Kaipara are key contenders.19 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldTrump leads movement against mail-in voting ahead of midtermsHe claims mail-in ballots risk election integrity, citing Putin.18 Aug 08:28 PM
Kahu'Stay in your lane': Seymour weighs in as 100 church leaders back Māori wards100 churches plan workshops to prepare communities for the Māori wards vote.17 Aug 07:00 PM
