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‘Contrary to law’: Ombudsman singles out Health NZ’s attitude to official information

Health NZ's delays to releasing official information catch the eye of outgoing Ombudsman.

PM in India: How Christopher Luxon's sledge of ex-Black Cap Ross Taylor backfired

One of India's cricket legends was there to see it all unfold.

Christopher Luxon dodges call to address ‘illegal anti-India activities’ in NZ

The comments came following Luxon's bilateral meeting with Narendra Modi.

Tech Insider: Telcos worry about levy rise, Starlink in the gun, liquidator of Kim Dotcom-founded crypto firm updates

Consumer advocates and the industry are at odds. PLUS: Updates on two crypto liquidations.

Number of Kiwis on benefit has jumped up by 22,000 - the size of these NZ towns

The minister says an increase was expected but an expert warns of tough times ahead.

Letters: Rassie Erasmus is a rugby coaching giant

OPINION: South African Rugby is one of the finest examples of the success of a diversity.

First official talks between NZ, US trade representatives as Trump rolls out tariffs

Todd McClay's meeting with US trade representative Jamieson Greer lasted 45 minutes.

The Ex-Files: How to protect your $275k inheritance during a relationship split

OPINION: Inheritance and separation — what you need to know.

Liam Dann: Can the economy recover in time to save Luxon?

OPINION: Economists say the recovery is under way but the public aren't feeling it yet.

Letters: NZ’s housing market model is unsustainable

OPINION: House price increases cause economic harm, a Weekend Herald article says.

Iwi celebrate $21.7m settlement but brace for challenges ahead

Iwi negotiator Aiden Gilbert said the day was joyful but there were challenges ahead.

Ex-cyclone Alfred touches down in Australia as Labour makes Kiwis promises | NZ Herald News Update

Ex-cyclone Alfred touches down in Australia, being downgraded. Chris Hipkins delivered his State Of The Nation address yesterday. Video / NZ Herald

Trump says Musk should use ‘scalpel’ not ‘hatchet’ in Govt cuts

President’s message represents the first move to rein in the power accorded to Musk.

Editorial: Next Reserve Bank Governor needs to have more than just the right qualifications

OPINION: Adrian Orr's departure is not only a shock but is embarrassing for New Zealand.

Reserve Bank board chair speaks after Adrian Orr’s resignation

He will step down from the role at the end of March.

Seymour, Stanford fail again to meet on school lunches amid diary issues

Seymour said the pair 'would get to it'.

Helen Clark questions continued involvement in Five Eyes

Clark said she is concerned about mission creep of the arrangement.

Bruce Cotterill: Who’s at fault on school lunches?

OPINON: An attitude of ingratitude has poisoned the school lunch rollout.