PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Act prepares for state of the nation, but what’s the state of Act? OPINION: David Seymour will deliver his first major speech of the year this weekend.13 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPoliticsDocuments revealed: Inside Te Pāti Māori’s vote to expel two MPsConcerns were raised about the "perception of a conflict of interest". 13 Feb 03:20 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 13, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 13, 2026. Hospital parking changes, Valentine's Day and Sail GP returns to Auckland. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Feb 05:52 PM
PremiumPoliticsPeters didn't get advice on Breman signing letter before complaining she didn't get advice12 Feb 04:14 AM
Politics'Utter disdain': Peters seeks Māori seats referendum after 'last straw' behaviour12 Feb 02:44 AM
PremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 8 horrific child deaths since 2006 – why won't MPs act?11 Feb 11:46 PM
PremiumPoliticsNicola Willis keeps secret documents on if banks paying fair share of tax ahead of Budget11 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Nicola Willis' Reserve Bank inquiry asks right questions at wrong time 11 Feb 03:54 AM
PoliticsGovt instigates surprise inquiry into Reserve Bank’s $55b Covid money-printing 11 Feb 12:38 AM
Politics'National can get home with Luxon': Sir John Key shares blueprint for PM to win tight electionThe former PM urges National MPs to stick with Luxon and avoid a late leadership swap.10 Feb 10:47 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsRevealed: What PM says about India trade deal v what the secret text says The Herald has seen parts of the highly secret trade agreement. 10 Feb 04:26 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyBillion-dollar plan to import gas: Worthy insurance policy or costly last resort?Industry is supportive, the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment is sceptical.10 Feb 03:00 AM
PoliticsRetail crime advisory group scrapped after several resignationsThe group had been funded to last until September this year.10 Feb 02:20 AM
PoliticsAnother Labour MP suggests party will work with Te Pāti Māori once issues resolvedLabour's leader is adamant a decision on who the party could work with won't be made now.09 Feb 11:21 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTrade Minister standing by India FTA claims as others point out contradictions Todd McClay says he stands by his statements last month on some controversial aspects. 09 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTrespass law controversy: The 'should have known' rule that can land you in jail The minister backed the 'deeming' approach against his officials' recommendations.09 Feb 04:00 PM
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
PoliticsHung Parliament predicted, cost of living increases as priority issue in latest poll The polls remain tight on who will win this year's general election.09 Feb 04:16 AM
Politics'Strategic energy security asset': Govt reveals plans for $1b LNG import facility Luxon warned New Zealand is experiencing swiftly declining gas supply.09 Feb 02:50 AM
New ZealandSeabed mine is sunk, South Taranaki leaders say'The cultural impacts far outweigh any regional benefit.'08 Feb 09:26 PM
New ZealandWellington sewage failure: "It will be getting into seafood products"Marine Science Professor Andrew Jeffs says the Moa Point failure will be affecting marine life at sea and humans on the shore. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch08 Feb 07:57 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDriver’s licence fees could be hiked next year despite Government celebrating 'initially' cutting them More changes to the fees could be consulted on within months of the reduction.08 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandRetired judge urges halt to suburban Auckland housing push, as mayor warns of returning to scratchChristopher Luxon's Government is weighing a lower Auckland housing number.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026. Peter Mandelson is being investigated for his ties with Epstein. A high-ranking Russian general has been shot in Moscow.Watch06 Feb 06:52 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Grumpy Parliament gets ready to welcome most powerful visitor in a decadeOPINION: Tensions abound over the India FTA as Parliament readies for a famous visitor.06 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsWaitangi 2026 in photos: Pukana, pōwhiri and protest mark 186th anniversary Herald photographers captured the week's events as they unfolded. 06 Feb 03:00 AM
CrimeInside the quiet war at Christchurch’s border: How Customs fights rising drug threatsChristchurch Customs officers talk about their working environment.06 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAdam PearseAdam Pearse: Promises of unity not easy to see from Waitangi 2026OPINION: Many are quick to echo the late Kīngi Tūheitia's call for kotahitanga. 05 Feb 11:48 PM
New ZealandNgāti Hine chair Pita Tipene says messages coming from Te Pāti Māori are confusingNgāti Hine chair Pita Tipene on Rawiri Waititi's "fantastic" speech but "confusing" tautoko haka. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Feb 07:52 PM
PoliticsDeputy PM David Seymour relentlessly heckled during Waitangi dawn service addressDeputy Prime Minister David Seymour was relentlessly heckled when trying to deliver his Waitangi dawn service address. Video / supplied by Whakaata Māori | MĀORI+Watch05 Feb 06:25 PM
PoliticsWaitangi: Ngāpuhi chair says Te Pāti Māori pōwhiri haka 'last straw'; offer to meet off tableThe iwi had invited the political party to a meeting in November last year.05 Feb 06:20 PM
