New ZealandThe Country: Shane Jones' Ag People of the YearShane Jones, Alison Shanks, Todd Charteris, John McOviney, and Chris Russell are on air. 18 Dec 01:42 AM
New ZealandThree new assistant commissioners appointed to bolster police leadershipThe trio have overseen some of the largest police operations in NZ in recent history. 18 Dec 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: The three most improved MPs of 2025OPINION: They're from different parties, but they share an admirable work ethic.17 Dec 11:23 PM
PoliticsGreen Party co-leaders gear up for 2026 election after ‘major changes’ to selection process 'We have to gain the trust of the people on how we can improve their lives.'17 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan AylingJonathan Ayling: Legislating grief will not stop hatredOPINION: This week's Bondi Beach tragedy was a failure of culture, not of laws. 17 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsGovt confirms plan to sell Chorus debt, will invest in infrastructureThe sale will fund schools, hospitals and roads, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said.17 Dec 03:41 AM
LivePoliticsPolitical leaders wrap 2025 with final parliamentary speechesNational's Christopher Luxon and Labour's Chris Hipkins were among the speakers.17 Dec 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: RMA reform could be the big fix Willis will be able to trump over RichardsonOPINION: It could be 'the greatest single economic reform in a generation'.17 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Utterly disappointing': Gisborne politicians split over RMA reformsThe new planning system is expected to fully replace the Resource Management Act by 2027.16 Dec 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSearch your school: The most-improved schools in NZ – and how they did itOur interactive graph lets you see how your school's results have improved or declined.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Dark motivations': Seymour brands Swarbrick a 'demagogue' in pre-Christmas interviewSeymour likened his fight for the Treaty Principles Bill to the effort to abolish slavery.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsRuth Richardson won't 'be party to a circus', backs out of debate with Nicola WillisThe Taxpayers' Union recently ran an anti-Willis campaign with branded fudge.16 Dec 04:40 AM
PoliticsLabour's Edmonds says Government 'lost control of the economy' but won't say what actions her party will takeKiwis will have to wait a while longer to find out.16 Dec 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhy Chris Hipkins still refuses to answer the big Winston Peters questionCurrent polling suggests Labour and the Greens will need another party's support to win.16 Dec 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanNicola Willis makes a Christmas wish as she comes out swinging against Taxpayers’ Union and Labour The Finance Minister launched a searing attack.16 Dec 01:08 AM
PoliticsRevealed: How much house prices may grow over next four years according to TreasuryThe Half-Year Economic and Fiscal Update has been released today.16 Dec 12:07 AM
TalanoaTonga has a new Prime MinisterKing Tupou VI must now formally appoint him and approve his chosen cabinet.16 Dec 12:01 AM
PoliticsMinisters deny number of job losses decided in proposed ministry mergerA new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport will be established. 15 Dec 10:35 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW panel: Chippy, the sexy Kiwi accent and humanoid robotsThe Herald NOW panel discuss the big issues of the day. Featuring Lara Greaves and Damien Light. Video / Herald NOWWatch15 Dec 07:42 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAll I want for Christmas is a break from you – PM's gift to coalition partnersChristopher Luxon's gift to his coalition partners is a break from each other.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsForeign buyers ban change passed at night under urgency – so what could be the impact on house prices? Officials' analysis of the policy has been revealed.15 Dec 03:16 AM
PoliticsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon due to meet with Jewish community after Sydney terrorist attackAt least 15 people have died after a mass shooting in Sydney.15 Dec 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExtremist violence in crowds: Experts' warning to NZ three months before Bondi terror'The most plausible domestic violent extremist attack scenario remains a lone actor'.14 Dec 09:33 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW panel: Road side drug testing, robot surgeons and Government baby boomsSir Graham Lowe and Sarah Sparks debate the big issues of the day. Video / Herald NowWatch14 Dec 08:43 PM
World‘Got your daughter’: 3yo girl found under shooting victimShot in the attack, Jess lay over 3-year-old Gigi to shield her from gunfire.14 Dec 08:04 PM
WorldBaby booms: These governments want to spark themCan a mix of perks, incentives and ideology reverse declining population trends?14 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandGolden Mile returns: Major milestone hit in city's bid to restore reputationRotorua's 'MSD Mile' era ends as the final emergency housing motel contracts wind up.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoadside drug-testing starts today – what you need to knowThe police will launch the new testing criteria from today across the Wellington region.14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyNo reprieve for Willis expected from Treasury forecasts, as return to surplus in questionThe return to surplus may be pushed out again.14 Dec 04:00 PM
Auckland'Strong anger': Ex-Cabinet minister warns Auckland housing plan could cost Nats votesPlan Change 120 would enable up to two million homes across Auckland suburbs.12 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanRuth Richardson v Nicola Willis – the facts behind the argumentWhat are Ruth Richardson and Nicola Willis actually fighting about. 12 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis vs Ruth Richardson: Taxpayers’ Union backs down, requests economist moderatorThe union had previously threatened to back out of the debate if Willis didn't agree. 12 Dec 03:58 AM
PoliticsMinimum wage to increase from April next year, Govt commits to bigger rise than last yearThe minimum wage will rise by 2% to $23.95.11 Dec 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Who's watching the watchdog? Cloud over FMA chair undermines trustOPINION: The investigation comes at the worst time for the FMA.11 Dec 04:00 PM
