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Why local body election hoardings need to changeOPINION: Roadside political signs are the moth-eaten cousin of the outdated soapbox.08 Sep 05:00 PM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
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
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
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
New ZealandMayoral candidates are divided on whether Māori wards are neededSome candidates say Māori wards aren't needed, others are fighting to retain them.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: Negligence and delusion endanger NZ's political landscapeOPINION: Opposition neglects to front on significant issues.15 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldSandwich assault: Man charged after throwing a sub at a federal agent in DCThe incident occurred near 14th and U Streets in Northwest DC.14 Aug 02:58 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldUK Govt spent $5.4m to block reporting of Afghan data breachThe breach exposed details of 19,000 Afghans linked to British forces.14 Aug 12:00 AM
WorldColombian presidential candidate dies after rally shooting, six suspects arrestedMiguel Uribe died two months after being shot at a rally in Bogota.11 Aug 07:22 PM
KahuAuckland politician says she was abused putting up her signage - police calledThe mayoral candidate has since decided not advertise her candidacy on her vehicle.11 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldAustralian PM's Palestine announcement imminent - reportsAnthony Albanese may move to recognise Palestine as a state this week.11 Aug 01:32 AM
WorldTrump plans to move homeless 'far' from Washington amid false crime claims'I’m going to make our capital safer and more beautiful than it ever was before.'10 Aug 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Swarbrick believing she is the only solution for a better NZ is extremely naiveOPINION: We need more protection against nefarious property developers, writes a reader.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier electorate expanded to take communities from TukitukiPākōwhai, Waiohiki, Fernhill, Ōmahu and rural areas such as Crownthorpe move to Napier.10 Aug 12:37 AM
New ZealandSilly Hat Party, clowns, ‘Mullet Muzz’: The quirky vision for local body hopefuls One candidate is running for mayor in two places at opposite ends of the South Island.08 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay elections guide: 114 candidates and some fierce competition aheadThe most contested seat is in Hastings-Havelock North, with 17 candidates for seven seats.05 Aug 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tāmaki Makaurau's byelection is really about Willie Jackson and John TamihereOPINION: Willie Jackson and John Tamihere are key behind the scenes.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: NCEA doesn't set our kids up for the real worldOPINION: Before a big review, there are some small changes to make before 2026.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Despite Trump's tariffs, we continue to produce world-class meat, dairy and wineOPINION: If you want to vote, make an effort, argues one reader.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal elections see candidate shortage as voter turnout concerns growCandidate shortages may decrease already low voter turnout in local elections.03 Aug 05:03 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Govt trying to change rules as it faces prospect of election defeatOPINION: The Government shouldn't try to exclude the 100,000 voters it doesn't like02 Aug 05:00 PM
