New ZealandHelen Clark takes aim at Winston Peters over ‘bluster and abuse of language’Former PM slams Foreign Minister's remarks around Aukus and Bob Carr.03 May 07:46 AM
New ZealandGreens suffer ‘historically bad’ start to year, says political scientistThe party has faced a 'challenging set of circumstances' over the past five months.03 May 04:14 AM
PoliticsJames Shaw on Greens' MP issues: 'Disappointing' Genter situation happenedJames Shaw spoke to On the Tiles about what the party could change when picking MPs03 May 03:44 AM
New ZealandPolitical Roundup: MPs' hefty pay rise out of sync with Joe PublicOPINION: Having their own pay increased is the one thing that can unite every party.03 May 01:22 AM
Business'Not my first legal rodeo': Winston Peters responds to defamation allegationsPeters gave a speech to the NZ China Council this morning.02 May 09:47 PM
KahuGovt decision to dismantle the Children and Young People’s Commission is a backward step, says LabourLabour MP asks minister 'to step in and stop these callous cuts'.02 May 07:53 PM
KahuStanford pushes for structured literacy approach in all schoolsEducation Minister sees benefits in the kura kaupapa Māori approach to teaching.02 May 06:49 PM
KahuSeymour says school lunches 'better, smarter and cheaper' - may include packaged foodsThe Associate Education Minister says the scheme will keep going.02 May 06:32 PM
OpinionEditorial: Government not likely to let the Greens' Julie Anne Genter off the hookOPINION: The Green MP's confrontation with National's Matt Doocey may have repercussions.02 May 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeThe forgotten $477m fortune: Why Kiwis should check IRD's website to see if they can claimMore than 415,000 Kiwis are owed $477 million in unclaimed funds with the IRD.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFast Track Approvals Bill receives zero support from environment committeeThe bill would give sweeping powers to lawmakers.02 May 08:54 AM
New ZealandIs this the darkest day for the civil service? Latest job cuts push total over 3000Kāinga Ora, Ministry of Housing, Stats NZ, Ministry of Ed, NZQA had cuts today.02 May 07:48 AM
New ZealandCanada dairy trade dispute rolls on as changes fail to comply with rulesCanada had until Wednesday to change how it administered tariff rate quotas.02 May 06:02 AM
New Zealand'Reckless': 170 jobs on line at Kāinga Ora and housing agency as axe falls across public sectorWorkers have been told not to make a decision 'on a whim'.02 May 05:57 AM
PoliticsSpy agency watchdog assessing GCSB’s response to China group's hack of former MPsThe Inspector-General is expected to be briefed by the GCSB in the coming days.02 May 05:23 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBuild Partners in voluntary administration, was partway through building 91 Kāinga Ora unitsGrant Thornton is now in charge of the construction business, which built 700 state homes.02 May 04:00 AM
PoliticsChris Hipkins on Julie Anne Genter confrontationChris Hipkins comments on Julie Anne Genter's actions in House last night. Video / Alyse WrightWatch02 May 01:29 AM
PoliticsChris Hipkins comments on Winston Peters' Aukus speechLabour leader Chris Hipkins speaks about Winston Peters' Aukus speech and his comments about former NSW Premier Bob Carr. Video / Alyse WrightWatch02 May 01:12 AM
New ZealandPrison slushies, Wynyard Quarter ferry and New York Uni raids | Focus Morning Bulletin May 2, 2024How much is being spent on slushie machines for prison guards ferry service to be put to the test to save Wynyard in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald / APWatch01 May 07:37 PM
KahuThe Ō-Rākau Remembrance Bill passes first reading in ParliamentŌ-Rākau was the site of the last major battle in the Crown’s 1863-64 invasion of Waikato.01 May 06:48 PM
ConstructionBuilding consents to be streamlinedBuilding and construction minister Chris Penk announced the changes today.01 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsAnalysis: The Govt needs a good Budget; why it might not deliver oneAfter a bad poll, the Government needs to find a way to make voters feel happier.01 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwiRail boss travelled to South Korea amid mega ferry falloutChief executive Peter Reidy travelled to South Korea in early April.01 May 06:30 AM
New ZealandJames Shaw gives final speech to Parliament, reveals post-politics jobShaw resigned as the Green Party co-leader in January.01 May 05:41 AM
New ZealandDavid Seymour wants to stop 'lazily' categorising people by raceThe Act leader rails against 'lazily looking at everyone through the lens of race'.01 May 03:46 AM
New Zealand'Huge step backwards': Nine roles at Ministry of Ethnic Communities to be cutFinal decisions were announced to staff on Tuesday.01 May 03:11 AM
New ZealandNew speed limit reductions signed offThey will be phased in around the district by June 30, 2027.01 May 03:01 AM
New ZealandPolitical Roundup: Discontent grips NZ amid dark economic timesThe honeymoon period of the first term is entirely absent.01 May 02:27 AM
New ZealandAuckland councillors considering solutions to avoid water bills rising by 25 per centWayne Brown is confident a solution will be found.01 May 02:17 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionProject Kea can buy Canterbury land for giant rubbish recycling plantTwo ministers signed off on the land deal for the project, opposed by some locals.01 May 01:48 AM
PoliticsSpy agency knew China-backed cyber attack targeted former MPs and didn’t tell themThe two MPs and the one academic targeted in the attack are furious and disappointed.01 May 01:36 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyDitched: Plans by Government to regulate property managers'There is not a desire for more red tape with the current Government.' - Joanna Pidgeon30 Apr 11:48 PM
New ZealandFast-track consenting gives Northport another door to expansionNorthport wants to ensure its plans to expand will be approved one way or another.30 Apr 11:00 PM
KahuTe Puni Kōkiri Māori Development Ministry to axe 38 jobs - PSA says decision 'reckless'Overall, about 3474 public service jobs will go.30 Apr 10:52 PM
