PoliticsSamoa’s PM tells Luxon to ignore negativity on social media over matai titleThe two PMs attended a state dinner in Apia. 16 Mar 07:31 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFuel disruption levels: What could prompt move to Level 2, when may that happenFinance Minister Nicola Willis has discussed what could happen in the coming weeks.16 Mar 03:19 AM
PoliticsInflation could hit 3.7% under Treasury’s ‘worst-case’ inflation scenarioNicola Willis warns our fuel supply chain could be disrupted.16 Mar 03:18 AM
Politics'Superhighway for drugs': NZ, Samoa bolster crackdown amid 'Pacific tsunami' of crimeCrime was a key agenda topic for the PMs' Cabinet meeting. 16 Mar 02:27 AM
PoliticsWhy Luxon has explaining to do as he visits Samoa, Tonga for first official engagementsThe PM and a delegation of high-profile New Zealanders will visit Samoa and Tonga. 15 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsLuxon's office rejects claims he sought matai title ahead of Samoa tripChristopher Luxon and a delegation of high-profile Kiwis are visiting Samoa this week.15 Mar 05:11 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Seymour prepares to take reins as Iran crisis drags into third weekOPINION: Politicians are positioning themselves for a crisis election. 13 Mar 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFuel emergency level system: What happens at each stage, where are we now, are car bans included? There are four levels, similarly to the Covid alert system.13 Mar 03:04 AM
PoliticsPurchase limits, stations opening on alternate days – Govt gets advice on emergency fuel measuresMinisters are seeking advice on how low supplies can go before it needs to intervene.12 Mar 03:58 AM
PoliticsGreen MPs suffer drops in draft list, Paul ranked high as party hypes Māori candidates Many existing members are in spots that would put their return to Parliament at risk.12 Mar 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTaxDebt or taxable income? Govt watering down look into the billions companies lend shareholdersNicola Willis details the Government's response to controversial Inland Revenue proposals.12 Mar 02:04 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Govt need to start being realistic about possibility of fuel shortagesOPINION: Govt's line on 'healthy' fuel supply risk leaving public unready for shortages.12 Mar 12:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOliver Hartwich: Govt must resist quick fuel fix and level with voters on Iran oil shockOPINION: Government debt is now above 40% of national income and still rising. 11 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLake Alice data breach: Minister ‘frustrated’ by delays completing probe'Of course I am frustrated, I am frustrated with the whole situation,' says Stanford.11 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPersonal FinanceACC stops cost bleed, avoids Govt narrowing its remitThe state injury insurer assures that claimants will continue to be supported.11 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Our economy is still suffering from the lockdown damage, Nathan Healey part of NZ's golden athletics eraOPINION: Hopefully there are some valuable lessons from the Covid report, a reader says.11 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeeni Henare’s exit interview: MP's advice for Labour, biggest regret, and why he's leaving 'You can see just how divided we are politically.'11 Mar 04:00 AM
PoliticsLuxon’s diary blank for first three weeks of 2026 – but PM says he was working 'intensely'Other ministers had earlier engagements in their diaries.11 Mar 02:50 AM
PoliticsWillow-Jean Prime loses key portfolio in Labour caucus reshuffle after departure of several MPsThe party has had several departures to take into account.10 Mar 11:26 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYWinston Peters discusses sale of Air NZ | Ryan Bridge TodayThe Foreign Minister spoke to Ryan Bridge after the national airline suspended its earnings guidance. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch10 Mar 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Christopher Luxon survives gruelling days at Parliament OPINION: There’s a lot of pressure on the PM, who is prone to verbal fumbles and gaffes.10 Mar 04:11 AM
New ZealandCovid inquiry: Report says lockdowns went on longer than needed, spending too highThe inquiry cost about $30m and makes 24 recommendations for future crises.10 Mar 04:00 AM
PoliticsKey spoke with Luxon over weekend amid leadership speculationThe former Prime Minister has previously said he largely listens during their calls.10 Mar 03:00 AM
PoliticsExpelled Te Pāti Māori MP back in party after winning court caseJustice Paul Radich said the suspension was unlawful “in the pure sense of that word”.10 Mar 12:18 AM
PoliticsArdern responds to criticism from Royal Commission's final report into Covid responseThe 323-page report is the inquiry’s final assessment of the NZ response to the pandemic.10 Mar 12:00 AM
PoliticsNational's Dr Reti announces retirement from politics - he reveals whyReti's upcoming retirement may prompt the PM to remove him from Cabinet.09 Mar 11:47 PM
PoliticsStanford admits a 'bad week' for National after poll, Potaka won't rule out leadership runThe Prime Minister says his caucus is 'unified'.09 Mar 09:28 PM
New ZealandPublic pushback on social housing development'The integrity of the street needs to be respected.'09 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCan rooftop solar shine in this term of Government? It's a narrow window, closing fastThe scheme could lend up to $5b within 15 years, backed by taxpayer guarantees.09 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment open to scrapping 12 cent fuel tax hike next year if conditions worsenThe Government has not yet decided whether to go through with the plan.09 Mar 04:16 AM
Politics'Expanding defence partnerships': Trump's ambassador pick reveals his plans for New ZealandHe said New Zealand was aware of the 'darkening security environment in the Pacific'.09 Mar 01:00 AM
PoliticsLuxon says 'hand on heart' he'll lead National to election, but fresh poll results show preferred optionsLast week's poll showed National on track for one of its worst-ever election results.08 Mar 08:26 PM
Wellington'Free ride': Fresh calls for Govt to pay rates on Crown landCouncils could collect more than $200 million each year if the rules changed.08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rural communities need a party to speak up for school bus concernsOPINION: Services for rural areas are gradually being lost.08 Mar 04:00 PM