New ZealandInvercargill councillors reject claims they failed former Mayor Tim ShadboltFormer Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark disputes claims made by Shadbolt's partner.19 Jan 11:37 PM
World'Minority Report'-style AI policing push raises new questions on surveillancePolice want AI to identify the 1000 most dangerous predators of women in England, Wales.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhy is Trump’s pick for ambassador to NZ not yet in Wellington? It's taking longer than usual for Trump's nominee to be confirmed.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Jobs for your mates': How Act minister secretly picked new firearms group membersThe nominations were made in the name of Paul Goldsmith, who has defended the process.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: In election year, Christopher Luxon plays it safeOPINION: The Prime Minister dialled down the ambition in his year-opener.19 Jan 03:10 AM
PoliticsWatch: Luxon delivers state of the nation speech, wants National ministers to write new planning rulesLuxon acknowledged it had been a 'tough time' for Kiwi households and businesses. 19 Jan 12:36 AM
New ZealandUnpacking the details of New Zealand's free trade deal with IndiaThe deal cuts tariffs on 95% of New Zealand exports, but dairy remains excluded.18 Jan 10:45 PM
WorldFrench courts lost DNA clue that may have prevented Pelicot abuseA DNA match in 2010 connected Dominique Pelicot with an earlier violent crime.18 Jan 08:24 PM
WorldCEO of Iranian telecom operator fired for failing to block internetIrancell boss Alireza Rafiei was fired after resisting an internet shutdown.18 Jan 08:14 PM
New ZealandLuxon signals possible Cabinet reshuffle as politicians retire, election date out 'very shortly' The Prime Minister has also made his first statement on Greenland.18 Jan 07:39 PM
WorldGang members kill eight police in Guatemala after prison crackdownPolice say 28 hostages remain at Fraijanes II and nine at Preventivo.18 Jan 06:40 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRebekah Armstrong: When the people of Iran ask you to stand with them, this is what they meanOPINION: Millions of Iranians are risking arrest, torture and death to defy their regime.18 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorWhat to expect from PM's state of the nation today - and unveiling of election dateANALYSIS: The National Party leader is yet to comment on major world events.18 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldPresident claims victory in disputed Uganda election after unrestYoweri Museveni has claimed a seventh term with almost 72% of the vote.18 Jan 05:34 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNew law targeting the worst offenders barely usedThe Herald reveals the number of times a first strike has been used in the first 5 months.17 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSpies release Rainbow Warrior papersDocuments show how NZSIS helped crack the case against France – and what might have been.17 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldSouth Korean ex-leader jailed for 5 years in first martial law verdictHe also faces a separate case where prosecutors have sought the death penalty.17 Jan 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTough medicine: Nicola Willis eyes scalpel for health spending in 2026 BudgetThe Finance Minister also explains her thinking on fossil fuel imports and asset sales.16 Jan 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: National MPs' angst over housing crash as Luxon and Hipkins mull reshufflesOPINION: PM appears to have few Cabinet positions to play with.16 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy the RMA is being scrapped (again) and what it means for your backyardExemptions could save those wanting to build a granny flat up to $5650.16 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyQT Auckland hotel and former Queenstown backpackers sold to foreignersCBRE agents have made deals totalling $118.5 million.16 Jan 03:19 AM
AucklandGovt poised to water down 2m Auckland homes intensification planChristopher Luxon is under pressure from National Party strongholds like Howick.16 Jan 02:04 AM
WorldVenezuela’s Machado says she ‘presented’ her Nobel medal to TrumpMachado says she handed Trump her Nobel medal after a White House meeting.15 Jan 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisDerek ChengDerek Cheng: Take your pick – violent crime is up 7% or down 21%ANALYSIS: Political messages are simple, but violent crime is a complex picture. 14 Jan 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesCommon sense or overkill? Climate rules loosened by more than expectedThe minister suggested a more moderate weakening of climate disclosure rules.14 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMichael Barnett: Economic confidence might be soft, but it's growing OPINION: Aspirational businesses don't wait for the perfect economy, they act now.14 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Planned $250 billion infrastructure spend raises questionsOPINION: While infrastructure is a necessity, it must be cost-effective, a reader says.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandA growth mindset: Business leaders upbeat heading into election yearLeaders are positive about the year ahead but there are concerns about a pendulum swing.14 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan AylingJonathan Ayling: A free Iran will reshape the Middle EastOPINION: Uprising a reminder that while it may feel permanent, oppression can be overcome.14 Jan 04:00 PM
Politics‘Monitor the situation’: Minister's instruction to NZ officials in US as Trump warns of new tariffs The world is largely in the dark over Trump's latest threat.14 Jan 03:24 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Why this election will be unlike any otherOPINION: Labour’s reliance on allies and unions' claims make it a big target.14 Jan 02:00 AM
Politics'Stay in her NZ lane': Peters takes aim at Reserve Bank Governor for commenting on US figureThe Finance Minister is keeping silent on the matter.14 Jan 01:52 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyOn the up: Multi-unit dwellings push residential consents aheadAlmost 36,000 homes consented in year to November.13 Jan 11:26 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters recovering from pre-Christmas operationWhen asked if he was still riding horses, he said he was having to take it easy.13 Jan 10:59 PM