PoliticsGovernment's climate plan hits some targets, misses othersThe Climate Change Minister is bullish about his Government's chances.10 Dec 04:00 PM
BusinessCyber security agency reports spike in hacking incidentsOther surveys suggest under-reporting, while there are job losses at Cert NZ.10 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsPolice Minister’s boy racer crackdown not this year, Labour says 'another broken promise'The minister says it's been more 'complex' than expected.10 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPublic servants offered support to retire or move to Australia amid job cutsAn internal document describes retirement as 'your next work-life balance adventure'.10 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment inches towards Kiwibank part-privatisationThe capitalisation measures are intended to boost competition.09 Dec 05:09 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailSustainable Foods owes the government $1.4m as potential buyer locked inSustainable Foods went into liquidation in August, now it owes the Crown $1.4 million.09 Dec 02:15 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Don't let Auckland Airport proceeds become council piggy bankOPINION: 'Is NZ a First World country? I wonder.'08 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: Health system in crisis - the need for radical changeWhy New Zealand’s health outcomes are declining despite funding boost.06 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News UpdateThe fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.Watch06 Dec 07:15 PM
KahuCrown to Ngāpuhi: We're not forcing hāpu to negotiate mandatesTe Arawhiti updates on Ngāpuhi settlement, emphasising hāpu-centric negotiations.05 Dec 07:54 PM
PoliticsNZTA says new revenue needed and is discussing structure of debtsThe transport agency will have a $6b annual deficit by the end of the decade.05 Dec 04:10 AM
PoliticsGovt target to train 500 new police officers could miss deadline – policeThe target's timeline was a source of tension within the coalition at one point.05 Dec 02:11 AM
KahuGovt ministries clash with report on treatment of disabled childrenGovt accepts 12 recommendations, pledges to improve care at Hikitia Te Wairua facility.04 Dec 09:40 PM
EditorialEditorial: Do public servants really not deserve Christmas?OPINION: Grinchy spending cuts mean no Christmas do for many employed by the Government.04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandStaff working off-duty to keep national rescue centre operating – Govt steps inAdditional funding has been announced for more staff to keep watch at the centre.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSpending cuts will help growth; tax system unfair on workers – TreasuryThe new Treasury Secretary noted New Zealand's lack of a tax on capital gains was unusual.04 Dec 04:13 AM
PoliticsWhat government agencies are spending on Christmas parties, if anythingOne ministry has opted for a karaoke machine, but for many there's no celebration.04 Dec 12:48 AM
New ZealandHealth Commissioner accused of ‘cooking the books’ in heated meetingThe claims came after Health NZ was forced to change its estimated deficit. 03 Dec 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Beach contamination shameful; what Kiwi cities are lackingOPINION: 'Nothing but Third-World standards, and an absolute disgrace.'03 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil to 'take back control' of Auckland Transport's policy functionsThe two Browns have announced a major shake-up to Auckland Transport's functions.03 Dec 02:59 AM
BusinessCEO pay: Highest-paid public sector bosses revealedRanking: best paid bosses in the public sector02 Dec 11:41 PM
OpinionPublic servants brace for tough paper on Māori health overhaul - OpinionMinister's plan for Māori health faces scrutiny as report drafted.02 Dec 09:03 PM
KahuGreen MP questions Pharmac's Māori commitment after advisory group fallsSeymour dodges questions on agency's Māori strategy amid advisory group disestablishment.02 Dec 06:53 PM
PoliticsPM says economy is 'turning a corner' but unemployment a 'particular concern'Jobseeker numbers have swelled to 65,000 above Christopher Luxon's target.02 Dec 05:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: There's a job for Luxon if they make Kiwi version of The OfficeOPINION: The Government celebrates getting things done but is that really what it's doing?02 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsPharmac minister, chair refuse to express confidence in CEO Sarah FittThe revelation came amid a scrappy start to Parliament's second scrutiny week.02 Dec 05:20 AM
ConstructionGovt wants users of new infrastructure squeezed before it opens its walletMinister also creates new pathway for private sector to pitch projects.02 Dec 04:10 AM
KahuNew report highlights success of Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch programmeReview praises Ka Ora, Ka Ako for boosting Māori student engagement and wellbeing.01 Dec 07:00 PM
KahuCarrington crowned at Māori Sports Awards after Paris gold rushRiki Ellison inducted into Māori Sports Hall of Fame at Trillian Trust Awards 2024.01 Dec 05:32 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The regions need abysmal Air NZ to be reliableOPINION: 'Our death toll would have been much higher under a different system.'01 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsChris Hipkins speaks at close of Labour’s annual conferenceLeader Chris Hipkins addressed Labour Party members at his party’s annual conference in Christchurch, as the party inches closer to campaigning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Dec 02:43 AM
PoliticsLabour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media following conference speechLabour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media following conference speech in Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Dec 02:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Death spiral' warning for public transport in Hawke’s Bay as NZTA issues new targets'The problem with dramatically increasing fares is that fewer people will take the bus.'30 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow did Health NZ spend $72m on contractors and consultants for a single IT project?ANALYSIS: A test case for what can go wrong in infrastructure project planning.30 Nov 04:01 AM
