PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Act prepares for state of the nation, but what’s the state of Act? OPINION: David Seymour will deliver his first major speech of the year this weekend.13 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldAustralia's Liberals elect net zero opponent as new leaderThe switch comes as polling shows the party slipping behind One Nation.13 Feb 03:21 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDocuments revealed: Inside Te Pāti Māori’s vote to expel two MPsConcerns were raised about the "perception of a conflict of interest". 13 Feb 03:20 AM
New Zealand'Good luck': Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown slams Kaipara-Rodney breakaway pitchThe plan would merge North Rodney’s 50,000 people with Kaipara’s 30,000.13 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 13, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 13, 2026. Hospital parking changes, Valentine's Day and Sail GP returns to Auckland. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Feb 05:52 PM
Politics'Racist' and 'pathetic': Backlash as Govt drops te reo from school lunch scheme nameThe programme was formerly called Ka Ora, Ka Ako Healthy School Lunches.12 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters didn't get advice on Breman signing letter before complaining she didn't get advicePeters told the Herald he didn’t need advice “because I know what the situation is”.12 Feb 04:14 AM
Politics'Utter disdain': Peters seeks Māori seats referendum after 'last straw' behaviourThe NZ First leader wants New Zealanders to vote on the issue.12 Feb 02:44 AM
Politics‘Reshape getting around Auckland’: Final funding confirmed for major transport project The overall project includes busways, cycleways and walking paths.12 Feb 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 8 horrific child deaths since 2006 – why won't MPs act?OPINION: Alerts have been issued for years over window-cord risks, but nothing's changed.11 Feb 11:46 PM
PoliticsHigher tax take, lower spending improve Crown accountsThe Government's books were in a slightly better shape than expected.11 Feb 10:35 PM
PoliticsGovt confirms it will launch inquiry into fatal Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa landslidesThere are concerns the council's review could be compromised. 11 Feb 10:07 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBryce Wilkinson: Why a simple granny flat for grandma is anything but simple nowOPINION: Homeowners must juggle complex rules, records and 10-year legal liability.11 Feb 08:00 PM
Herald NOWDave Letele and Deb Pead join Ryan on the morning panel | Herald NOWDave Letele and Deb Pead join Ryan on the morning panel. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch11 Feb 07:45 PM
Herald NOW'That did not happen': Wellington Central MP on claims council funded cycleways over pipes'That did not happen': Wellington Central MP on claims council funded cycleways over pipes. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch11 Feb 07:36 PM
New ZealandFinance Minister Nicola Willis talks covid inquiry on Ryan Bridge Today | Herald NOWFinance Minister Nicola Willis talks covid inquiry on Ryan Bridge Today | Herald NOW.Watch11 Feb 07:13 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNicola Willis keeps secret documents on if banks paying fair share of tax ahead of BudgetThe Finance Minister wouldn't rule out a new tax.11 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Nicola Willis' Reserve Bank inquiry asks right questions at wrong time OPINION: The Government's inquiry probes very apt terrain but is cynically timed. 11 Feb 03:54 AM
WellingtonOfficial silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failureThe Wellington Water boss revealed there were potential signals of trouble at the plant.11 Feb 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Labour's policy vacuum risks handing the agenda to the GreensOPINION: Labour needs to come up with its own ideas before the election.11 Feb 02:00 AM
PoliticsGovt instigates surprise inquiry into Reserve Bank’s $55b Covid money-printing Finance Minister Nicola Willis has announced a surprise review of Reserve Bank actions. 11 Feb 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLiquified natural gas levy 'likely be passed on to' consumers, officials warned Official advice to the Government has been revealed on the controversial levy.10 Feb 11:03 PM
Politics'National can get home with Luxon': Sir John Key shares blueprint for PM to win tight electionThe former PM urges National MPs to stick with Luxon and avoid a late leadership swap.10 Feb 10:47 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Labour faces winning back middle NZ and walking Te Pāti Māori tightropeOPINION: Some Labour MPs think a whoever coalition is best, but Hipkins is less convinced.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatt NippertMatt Nippert: Corruption klaxon blaring, but at least we can now hear itOPINION: NZ's fall in the least-corrupt rankings is because we are no longer ignorant.10 Feb 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsRevealed: What PM says about India trade deal v what the secret text says The Herald has seen parts of the highly secret trade agreement. 10 Feb 04:26 AM
PoliticsTax or levy? Government under pressure over gas plan as Labour says Kiwis will feel stingThe Govt has announced construction of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import facility.10 Feb 03:12 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyBillion-dollar plan to import gas: Worthy insurance policy or costly last resort?Industry is supportive, the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment is sceptical.10 Feb 03:00 AM
PoliticsRetail crime advisory group scrapped after several resignationsThe group had been funded to last until September this year.10 Feb 02:20 AM
PoliticsAnother Labour MP suggests party will work with Te Pāti Māori once issues resolvedLabour's leader is adamant a decision on who the party could work with won't be made now.09 Feb 11:21 PM
WellingtonGovt puts extra $3m into major events from Bay of Islands to TekapoThe $3m is part of a wider $70m Major Events and Tourism package.09 Feb 10:12 PM
World'Abhorrent': Methanol poisoning victims' parents slam small fines given to Laos staffFamilies say they learnt of the Laos verdict from other poisoning victims.09 Feb 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTrade Minister standing by India FTA claims as others point out contradictions Todd McClay says he stands by his statements last month on some controversial aspects. 09 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTrespass law controversy: The 'should have known' rule that can land you in jail The minister backed the 'deeming' approach against his officials' recommendations.09 Feb 04:00 PM
