New ZealandElection 2023: Explore the final results with our interactive graphicsExplore the election outcome with the Herald’s interactive election graphics & charts.03 Nov 01:30 AM
New ZealandChange of heart: Labour deputy leader Kelvin Davis says he will remain in politicsTe Pāti Māori has claimed a record six Māori electorates.03 Nov 01:07 AM
LivePoliticsFinal election results to be announced – here's what could change in special votes countOne veteran National MP is on the cusp of not getting back in.02 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandWhat are special votes? All you need to knowThe how, when and why of the special vote process.02 Nov 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Christopher Luxon eats his words after Supie collapseOPINION: Suddenly, National thinks the new Grocery Commissioner should be given a chance.02 Nov 10:15 PM
New ZealandNervous candidates, Kiwis in Gaza and the Beatles final single | Focus Morning Bulletin November 3, 2023It is unlikely National and Act will be able to form a government alone, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is working around the clock to ensure exit efforts from Gaza and the Beatles release final single Now and Then which was 45 years in the making. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / APWatch02 Nov 07:10 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAudrey Young: What Act and NZ First would want in coalition negotiationsOPINION: Could Winston Peters demand to be Deputy Prime Minister?02 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Patience required as painfully slow economic cycle drags onKiwis need to be careful what they wish for as inflation fades and unemployment rises.02 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Luxon’s best choice - focus on coalition relationships, not detailsOPINION: And breaking down where the special votes might fall.02 Nov 04:00 PM
Politics'Frustrating': Some electorates only started counting special votes this weekPoliticians want to balance ease of voting with measures to protect electoral integrity.02 Nov 04:49 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon won't attend Pacific Islands ForumCarmel Sepuloni and Gerry Brownlee will go in his place.02 Nov 04:07 AM
Politics'We need clarity': PM-elect Luxon says special vote counting needs to be quickerIn about 24 hours, New Zealand will learn the final vote count of the 2023 election.02 Nov 02:54 AM
New ZealandCouncil rejigs portfolios after councillor elected as MPHamilton City Council has reallocated Ryan Hamilton's portfolios.02 Nov 01:03 AM
KahuGreen Party MP says Treaty of Waitangi should not be up for debateIndigenous people's rights are not up for interpretation through a referendum, she says.02 Nov 12:24 AM
New ZealandAnxiety in public service, literacy support down and Guy Fawkes pet plan| Focus Morning Bulletin November 2, 2023Half a million ballots uncounted - Luxon may need NZ First, 30% drop in literacy support via Reading Recovery in last 3 years and owners are being urged to have a pet plan as Guy Fawkes rolls around. Video / NZ Herald / AP / GettyWatch01 Nov 07:29 PM
OpinionNational and Act likely to need NZ First for the winOPINION: On Friday at 2pm, Kiwis will find out the final results of the October election.31 Oct 08:32 PM
New Zealand'Move as quickly as we can': Luxon says coalition negotiations moving forwardThe final count of election votes will be revealed on Friday.31 Oct 07:06 PM
KahuNats unwilling to Act on Treaty referendumPrime Minister-elect Christoper Luxon is standing fast on no Treaty referendum.31 Oct 05:22 AM
OpinionHow will Luxon handle the cards he holds?OPINION: Kenny Rogers is enjoying a post-election comeback in the Tai Tōkerau pubs.31 Oct 01:47 AM
Official Cash RateElection impact? Business confidence jumps in OctoberANZ's Business Outlook survey suggests businesses liked the election result.31 Oct 12:33 AM
New Zealand'My boxes are packed': Caretaker PM Chris Hipkins exiting stage leftHipkins speaks of a 'frustrating' transition process.30 Oct 06:02 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionProperty Insider: 'Value heading for zero' on Parnell homes; who owns sinkhole propertyThings beginning with L: leasehold, leaky, litigation. What to avoid in a property.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil byelection to cost $120,000 after Greens win Wellington CentralTamatha Paul pulled off a historic victory by flipping the safe Labour seat.30 Oct 04:15 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters suggests quick Government formation after special votes countedThe final and full election result is due to be released on Friday afternoon.30 Oct 12:45 AM
New ZealandLetters to the editor: Dismay at Pharmac’s responseLetter writers share their opinions.29 Oct 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Giving voice to our futureOPINION: An opportunity missed.29 Oct 02:15 AM
OpinionShaneel LalShaneel Lal: Should Hipkins pick up the phone to Peters?OPINION: Should Hipkins pick up the phone to Peters?28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHipkins on his new relationship, how they met when she interned for him as an MPThe Labour Party leader reveals why he went public about his new relationship.27 Oct 07:28 PM
Politics'Not the image of stability': Why Luxon is keen to keep Peters out of the spotlightPlus, a cryptic text from Winston Peters as speculation grows over coalition discussions.27 Oct 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: There's only one sensible pick for Deputy PMOPINION: Christopher Luxon has been given ample reason this week to tread carefully.26 Oct 11:17 PM
KahuLabour Māori strategist sees silver red lining in dark blue cloudMāori voted strategically in the seven electorates26 Oct 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash Rate'About accountability': David Seymour talks tough on Reserve Bank remitThe Act leader wants the Monetary Policy Committee gone and the inflation target reduced.26 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupWhat the coalition negotiations can learn from the Rugby World CupThe Rugby World Cup final offers a more clear-cut method of finding a winner.26 Oct 02:07 AM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareOpinion: Localism - the common thread in New Zealand's emerging coalitionOPINION: A solid foundation for the new Government.25 Oct 04:00 PM