PoliticsTakeover powers: Govt set to override councils under RMA shake-upCabinet will insert a new regulation power into the Resource Management Act.17 Jun 09:07 PM
PoliticsGovernment will not agree to Treaty settlements that dispute Crown's sovereigntyFormer minister Andrew Little says the Government's stance is unnecessary.17 Jun 02:57 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ directed to offer 10-year contracts for elective surgeriesAlmost 10,000 surgeries were outsourced, nearing the June target of 10,579.16 Jun 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why Govt spending on tourism is great news for Kiwis wanting to leaveOPINION: Louise Upston champions a $35m tourism package to boost growth.15 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTreasury warns Health NZ cuts need to double; Minister disputes figuresThe figures hint at cuts of $1.2b this year; Health NZ needs $600 million in savings15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: This Government is showing us what it valuesOPINION: Why WorkSafe changes are leaving workers vulnerable.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCall for more rural psychologists to help farmersExperts warn there's high demand for mental health support in rural areas. 12 Jun 10:24 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Water issues reveal the burden on ratepayers is already too greatRatepayers may face doubled costs when new water entities take over.12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Luxon’s China and Nato scheduling dilemmaOPINION: PM faces a choice between democratic friends and “awful foursome".12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Lack of transparency erodes trust in Reserve BankOPINION: The staff at the RBNZ dug their fox holes – and they dug them deep.12 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsReserve Bank admits 'regret' over handling of Orr's resignation after Willis criticismThe bank's chair has apparently acknowledged it could have done better.12 Jun 12:45 AM
PoliticsDefence Force's Waiōuru housing project fails to break ground Budget 2023 earmarked the thick end of $75 million for 50 new houses.11 Jun 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Public media not actually about audience ratingsOPINION: RNZ's value isn't in popularity but in public accountability.11 Jun 06:00 PM
PoliticsWool carpets to be rolled out in state homesThe Government has overriden fears the taxpayer would be fleeced. 11 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovt funds e-bike charging to boost Hawke's Bay trail tourismThe Government will fund six e-bike chargers on Hawke’s Bay Trails.11 Jun 02:00 AM
PoliticsGovernment compromises with Auckland on housing, U-turns on 'sausage flat' promiseAuckland will opt out of the 'sausage flat' law but other councils will be forced to stay.11 Jun 01:54 AM
TourismOverseas visitor numbers up in April but still lagging behind pre-Covid levelsStats show a Covid catch-up persists, as millions are poured into tourism campaigns.10 Jun 11:57 PM
PoliticsDavid Seymour talks about targeting Māori in social and health policyDavid Seymour explains why he supports Māori charter schools but opposes a Māori Health Authority. Video / NZ HeraldWatch08 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hand-up': Boarding fee boost eases isolation for rural studentsSecondary students from remote areas can receive up to $6300 from the Government.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about the new Manawatū Tararua HighwayLocals got a test drive over the new highway over the southern Ruahine Range.08 Jun 04:55 AM
New ZealandPM Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford make immigration announcementPrime Minister Christopher Luxon alongside Erica Stanfordmakes an immigration announcement. Video / NZ HeraldWatch08 Jun 12:30 AM
New ZealandThousands of school meals uneaten in Northland every weekNationally, 34,878 surplus meals went uneaten for the week of March 28.07 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt considered using Bluebridge to replace ageing Interislander ferriesThe first new ship to service Cook Strait is expected to arrive in February 2029.05 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessNZ gas supply reducing faster and sooner than expectedRevised forecasts have annual gas production falling below 100 petajoules by 2026.05 Jun 12:51 AM
Herald NOWHerald NOW: Luxon's press secretary resigns amid allegations he recorded sex workersPM's deputy press secretary has resigned after "serious and concerning" allegations were made against him. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Jun 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumPersonal FinanceHome owners to 'almost certainly' face insurance levy hike – David SeymourThe coverage provided by the Natural Hazards Commission is likely to remain unchanged.04 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldMusk slams Trump’s US$4.5t bill as 'disgusting abomination'The bill promises trillions in tax cuts, increasing the deficit significantly.03 Jun 08:57 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Govt's $140m school attendance initiative overlooks NZ's missing children crisisOPINION: Community-based initiatives could be used to get these children back on track.03 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMillions in taxpayer cash on the line as Govt pushes for Wellington Avatar premiereDisney stands to gain tens of millions of dollars if one of the films premieres in NZ.03 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNicola Willis sets aside money for election costings unitAn old proposal to establish a unit to cost election policies has funding.03 Jun 05:36 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt considering 'demolition' for Chateau Tongariro, deemed a ‘fiscal risk’ in Budget 2025Options are being investigated for the site, 'including demolition'.02 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Town v Country – Big cities left behind in economic recoveryOPINION: A two-speed economy is developing which could cause headaches for the RBNZ.31 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsDavid Seymour speaks to the media after being sworn in as the new Deputy PMDavid Seymour spoke to the media after being sworn in as the new Deputy Prime Minister today. Video / NZ HeraldWatch31 May 01:17 AM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareHealthcare turf war: The tussle for public funds in the business of general practiceFamily practice funding feud: a fight for public money.31 May 01:00 AM
