New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday, April 30, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Labour Party’s lack of policy, Christchurch man faces 43 charges for fuel theft, changes set to make OCR decisions more transparent.Watch30 Apr 03:03 AM
PoliticsLabour leader Chris Hipkins open to idea of means-testing superannuationHipkins made the comments on Newstalk ZB this morning. 30 Apr 01:14 AM
PremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: The level of hate against Maiki Sherman is just incredibleOPINION: There's been drama aplenty both in front of the camera and behind the scenes.30 Apr 12:59 AM
PoliticsFuel update: Latest stock levels revealed amid stalled efforts to end Iran war29 Apr 01:29 AM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Time for Labour and National to fix the economy together28 Apr 11:15 PM
New Zealand'going to be introducing a simple, targeted capital gains tax' Chris Hipkins | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch28 Apr 07:44 PM
PremiumPoliticsLabour says it did not mislead ratings agency, Willis alleges secret taxes28 Apr 05:12 AM
PremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: The Nats finally found some fight in their caucus room25 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPoliticsBarry Soper memoir: Veteran political journalist calls Ardern an 'imposter'24 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumEconomyBusinesses unconcerned about consequences of NZ failing to uphold its end of the India FTA23 Apr 06:42 AM
PoliticsPeters says NZ First 'won't do deal with Labour', but Willis unconvincedThe question of whether NZ First may work with Labour has reared its head again.23 Apr 01:38 AM
New ZealandFrom McDonald's to MP? Popular councillor to run in general electionLabour candidate Fisher Wang, 25, was 8 years old last time his city had a Labour MP.23 Apr 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Winston Peters' meddling sparks turning point in coalition dynamicsOPINION: Peters has no feedback for Donald Trump, but plenty for Christopher Luxon.23 Apr 12:46 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'You know exactly what you were meaning': Willis demands apology after Hipkins’ ‘medical help’ jibeNicola Willis highlighted recent runs with overseas finance chiefs to rebut the remark.22 Apr 05:33 AM
PoliticsLatest fuel numbers: Dip in stock levels normal, says MBIEThe ministry's data shows 51.2 days of petrol and 41.6 days of diesel as of April 19.22 Apr 01:17 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessIndia FTA set for signing, Labour flags $34b investment riskThe Trade Minister believes the agreement will end up getting Labour's support.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Could a leadership coup be National's only way to avoid a wipeout?OPINION: Modelling suggests a 9% swing could cost National up to 18 electorate seats.20 Apr 11:54 PM
WorldStarmer denies misleading MPs as he struggles to deal with Mandelson scandalBritain's PM admitted he was wrong to appoint the 72-year-old.20 Apr 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Why our leaders cling to growth dreams while the debt clock keeps tickingOPINION: No politician will make a bold decision because we, the voters, won't let them.18 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuMāori Queen’s blessing sets stage for showdown in key electorateAspiring MP Kingi Kiriona received the blessing of the Māori Queen for his challenge.17 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Why two Chrises must put pride aside to land India trade dealOPINION: The Trade Minister is set to sign the India free-trade deal at Anzac weekend.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandLabour leader visits flood-hit Waikato schoolChris Hipkins has visited Ōtorohanga Primary School, which was damaged in February.17 Apr 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Best and worst celeb politicians as Taine Randell throws hat in ringOPINION: Former sports, media and business stars have a mixed record in Parliament.16 Apr 12:50 AM
Politics'It's the answer I'm giving you': Labour MP won't say if CGT policy should go furtherDeborah Russell described a Tax Justice Aotearoa report as 'on the right track' on tax.15 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsOstracised, angry and heart-inflamed: Families vent over Covid vaccine rulesCV Tag member calls the requirements for 12-17s a '100% gold-plated' bad idea.15 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon hits back at Wairoa mayor over 'woke' comment'I’ll happily wear a woke label this time if it means we didn’t lose anyone’s lives' - PM.13 Apr 06:31 AM
New ZealandLuxon says fuel supply secure into mid-May as war and price pain drags into 7th week The PM says oil importers are confident about orders past mid-May.12 Apr 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Labour's lack of policy risks making party look lightweightOPINION: Labour has announced almost no policy, despite the election being months away.10 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Who really deserves credit for NZ First poll surge (spoiler: it's not Winston)OPINION: On current polling, both major parties would need NZ First to form a Government.09 Apr 12:34 AM
Ryan Bridge TODAYChris Hipkins on Labour sitting atop latest poll | Ryan Bridge TODAYChris Hipkins says Winston Peters is more interested in creating division as latest poll puts Labour on top. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch07 Apr 08:09 PM
Politics'Most New Zealanders would understand': Luxon on Government's limited fuel supportThe Prime Minister wouldn't commit to widening support.07 Apr 02:35 AM
PoliticsLabour claims 'jobs for mates' as National election candidate appointed to Sport NZ boardThe candidate accepted it was a case of 'unfortunate' timing.07 Apr 02:27 AM
PoliticsNational fails to clear 30% in latest poll results as NZ First surgesThe latest political poll results have been released.06 Apr 11:56 PM
