PremiumPremiumKiwiSaverCouncils push for KiwiSaver contributions but Govt shuts doorCouncillors are classed as contractors, so miss out on KiwiSaver top-ups.15 Sep 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Black Ferns cause for celebration, All Blacks not so muchOPINION: The Black Ferns lift our spirits after that All Blacks display.15 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsShorter voting enrolment deadline: Minister has 'every confidence' Kiwis can adaptProposals would close enrolment 13 days before election day.15 Sep 05:00 PM
BusinessWellington slumps to bottom of economic scorecardBay of Plenty, Southland, Central Lakes District top ASB's list. 14 Sep 11:50 PM
EntertainmentWill the Govt's new events fund finally put NZ back on the map?One of our biggest promoters is hoping the fund will put us on a par with Australia. 14 Sep 10:59 PM
New Zealand'Not lazy parents': 600 schools needing extra support to boost attendanceThe Ministry of Education said regional teams will step in to support them.14 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment aims to attract major events, announces $70m packageThe Government is putting $70m into attracting major events to New Zealand.14 Sep 02:15 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannWinston Peters is on the right track. We need to save our way out of our financial mess - Liam DannOPINION: New Zealanders are painfully reluctant to accept structural economic change.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMarama Davidson speaks from the 'March for Humanity'Marama Davidson speaks from the 'March for Humanity' Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandEmergency Management: Community PreparednessBe Prepared. Videos released by the NZ Emergency Management teach us about how to prepare and the importance of community during an emergency. Video / RNZWatch12 Sep 06:35 AM
New ZealandHerald NOW's political panel discuss a new plan to attract teachers and political controversiesHerald NOW's political panel discuss a new plan to attract teachers and political controversies Video / Herald NOWWatch11 Sep 07:10 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionUnder pressure: Early childhood services warn millions needed to keep doors openUK has pledged £500m for family hubs; Barnardos wants NZ to follow suit.11 Sep 05:00 PM
Kahu'First redress': Crown move signals shift in Ngāpuhi settlement talksKororipo Pā in Kerikeri is to be returned to Ngāpuhi in time for Waitangi Day 2026.11 Sep 01:37 AM
PoliticsFate of NZ funding for China-backed island nation still up in the airNew Zealand launched a review into its funding for Kiribati in January.10 Sep 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyTexts reveal Nicola Willis was warned she might be asked to sack Adrian Orr The minister is defending the fact she didn't unveil this information earlier.10 Sep 05:50 AM
PoliticsHana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke silent on Tākuta Ferris commentsThe Te Pāti Māori wouldn't condemn the comments. Video / NZ HeraldWatch10 Sep 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaver'Cynical': Willis slams Labour over super reform backtrackThe Finance Minister has suggested NZ First's KiwiSaver plan is unaffordable.10 Sep 04:00 AM
WorldNepal protesters set parliament ablaze as PM quitsNepal protesters set parliament ablaze as PM quits. This follows a large protest over a proposed and already redacted 'social media ban'.Watch10 Sep 02:41 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Questions remain over Tom Phillips' children. ANZ restructure?NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Questions remain over Tom Phillips' children. ANZ restructure coming to NZ? Geothermal exploration to begin as the government disagrees.Watch10 Sep 02:01 AM
New ZealandNew expressway project north of Tauranga hits 'important milestone'Takitimu North Link Stage 2 will extend four-lane highway from Te Puna to Ōmokoroa. 09 Sep 11:03 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsShane Jones wants to consider re-nationalising power companies in energy shake-up'No one is responsible for energy security in New Zealand,' the NZ First minister said.09 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsLeft-wing parties could form Govt on new poll, but close race predictedAll parliamentary parties gained support, apart from Act.08 Sep 12:53 AM
PoliticsHerald Now: Political editor Thomas Coughlan unpacks the weekend of politics and NZ's next stepsHerald Now: Political editor Thomas Coughlan unpacks the weekend of politics and NZ's next steps. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Sep 08:15 PM
PoliticsHerald Now: Winston Peters talks to Ryan Bridge following his conferenceWinston Peters talks to Ryan Bridge following his NZ First conference over the weekend. Video / Herald NOWWatch07 Sep 07:39 PM
Politics"We are not going to let bludging Marxism prevail" Winston Peters opens NZ First conference speechWinston Peters gave a charged speech at his annual party conference. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Sep 04:48 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Te Pati Maori and NZ First Annual ConferenceNZ Herald Morning News Update | Te Pati Maori and NZ First Annual Conference.Watch05 Sep 08:38 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanAfter Investment Boost, Budget 2026 needs to be about polling boost – Thomas CoughlanOPINION: Treasury told ministers that years of cuts will be needed to maintain spending. 05 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomy'Significant value for money concerns': Treasury unleashes at RBNZ for 50% funding increase requestNew details emerge of negotiations between departments.05 Sep 04:42 AM
PoliticsUnion calls out Health NZ for hosting private healthcare ads on job websiteA centralised job platform, owned and operated by Health NZ, was decomissioned in July.04 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsChief Justice speaks on the stress judges face in a overloaded justice systemChief Justice Dame Helen Winkelmann speaks on the "heavy load" that judges carry on a day to day basis in a justice system she says is under considerable stress. Video / NZ HeraldWatch03 Sep 03:19 AM
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
New ZealandWhy thousands of NZ nurses are striking this weekAbout 36,000 unionised nurses went on strike Tuesday and plan to again Thursday.02 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsRevealed: What ministry staff were told about proposed Govt agency triple-mergerThe Public Service Commissioner said there is scope to reduce fragmentation.02 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'No need' to change KiwiSaver, says Willis: Workers over 65 miss employer contributionWestpac says the Government should consider making the practice compulsory.02 Sep 04:51 AM