PoliticsJudith Collins joins Ryan Bridge Today to discuss her retirementJudith Collins joins Ryan Bridge Today to discuss her retirement. Video / Herald NowWatch28 Jan 06:09 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan AylingJonathan Ayling: NZ must stand with Taiwan against China's threatsOPINION: The era of NZ staying quiet over China's threats against Taiwan is ending.28 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe failure of Labour's 'first-year fees-free' scheme - here's why it didn't work'A tremendous way to spend a lot of money to no effect' - tertiary education consultant.28 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsWatch: Sir John Key on Judith Collins, the 'Margaret Thatcher of New Zealand''You knew she wasn't there to eat her lunch.'28 Jan 05:25 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters claims 'truth not being told' over India deal, but Luxon says that's 'wrong'"He was wrong then, he’s wrong on this one too,” the Prime Minister says. 28 Jan 04:12 AM
New ZealandFrom scandal to survival: The political life and legacy of Judith CollinsVeteran politician remains MP for Papakura and keeps her portfolios until mid-year.28 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsOutrageous Fortuna: The life and times of Judith CollinsJudith Collins has called time on nearly a quarter of a century of politics. 28 Jan 03:52 AM
PoliticsHow would Te Pāti Māori's policy to get rid of prisons actually work?It says the justice system needs to be radically transformed.28 Jan 02:35 AM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsNZ Post defends closure decision as postage use plummetsNZ Post CEO David Walsh said the business' retail footprint hadn't changed since 1989.28 Jan 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Prebble: Port saga exposes flaws in Luxon's fast-track planning reformsOPINION: Ships turned away from Tauranga are costing exporters tens of millions a year.28 Jan 02:00 AM
PoliticsJudith Collins announces retirement from politicsCollins holds several major ministerial portfolios, including defence and public service.27 Jan 11:28 PM
PoliticsLatest inflation data a ‘blip’, but Willis acknowledges interest rates hikes will come eventuallyFinance Minister doesn't believe those hikes are coming 'immediately'.27 Jan 09:51 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis sets Budget 2026 dateFinance Minister Nicola Willis' statement to the Finance and Expenditure Committee on the Budget 2026 date. Video / Mark MitchellWatch27 Jan 08:17 PM
Herald NOW"Polls are misleading New Zealanders" Winston Peters on new poll that puts his party third placeNZ First Leader was hesitant to celebrate his party's latest polling results.Watch27 Jan 05:24 PM
PoliticsBroadcasting watchdog calls for legislative change to deal with 'rapidly evolving' media, expects levy revenue to declineThe BSA says any new regulations must protect freedom of expression while preventing harm.27 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Communities can fight for voice in local government reformsOPINION: Councils face the biggest shake-up since the 1989 local government reforms.27 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorThe politics of a storm: How did Luxon, Hipkins handle weather tragedy back at Parliament?ANALYSIS: Not politicising a tragedy can be a tricky line to walk.27 Jan 03:56 AM
PremiumPremiumMarketsNZ borrowing costs rise as bond yields follow offshore trendNew Zealand 10-year bond yields have climbed to about 4.6% from 4% in October.27 Jan 03:46 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionBig caveat in Building Act overhaul risks leaving home owners exposedCabinet quietly agreed it can suspend mandatory warranties for up to four years.27 Jan 12:48 AM
PoliticsHousing Minister Chris Bishop says he has 'sensible' solution to Auckland densification futureBishop: 'You know me, I’m always a middle-ground kind of guy.'26 Jan 11:48 PM
Politics'Very much the front line' – MP who served in Afghanistan backs Luxon's rebuke of TrumpMPs hit back at the President's attack on Nato service in Afghanistan. 26 Jan 11:38 PM
New ZealandNZ Post to close services at more than 140 retail stores in major urban overhaulThe closures follow a Government deal resetting NZ Post's store rules.26 Jan 10:20 PM
PoliticsNew RNZ-Reid Research poll brings boost for NZ First, LabourThe poll puts Labour on 35% and National on 31.9%, an expanding gap.26 Jan 06:25 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsInside the 2026 election machine: The strategists shaping how votes will be fought for Take a look behind the scenes at who is running this year's campaigns.26 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour says it will 'never' support Te Pāti Māori prison abolition policyLabour says it does not agree with the party's stance. 26 Jan 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAdam PearseAdam Pearse: Christopher Luxon in a crisis and the question he’s yet to answerOPINION: Luxon's predecessors in Key and Ardern were skilled in handling a crisis.26 Jan 04:50 AM
New ZealandFormer Foreign Minister says NZ must stand up to Trump, defends WHO workNew Zealand pays about $2.25m a year plus extra voluntary WHO funding.26 Jan 03:21 AM
PoliticsCouncil backtracks on CEO’s claim it had 'no record' of 111 call before landslideFurther inquiries have prompted the council to change its tune.26 Jan 02:43 AM
New ZealandPM visits community centre in TaurangaChristopher Luxon speaks at the He Maimai Aroha Community Care Centre in Tauranga. Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Jan 10:03 PM
Herald NOWPolitical Scientist Lara Greaves & Simon Bridges join the panelWhat's the state of NZ politics ahead of November's election? Video / Herald NowWatch25 Jan 07:43 PM
New ZealandQuestions remain over Mt Maunganui safety: Mayor Mahe Drysdale on Herald NowQuestions remain over Mt Maunganui safety: Mayor Mahe Drysdale on Herald Now. Video / Herald NowWatch25 Jan 07:21 PM
WorldBan social media for UK teenagers now, say bereaved familiesEsther Ghey says a three-month consultation is 'not enough' to protect kids.25 Jan 06:57 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBehind the scenes: Who forced the Govt's call to dump transgender sports guidelinesNZ First flexed its coalition muscle but it's still not clear if any funding will be cut.25 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestylePrince Harry's stalker sat metres behind him at High Court trialThe woman is on a private intelligence list of known fixated individuals.25 Jan 12:17 AM