New ZealandTeen's 900km ride for Māori wards ends with cheers at ParliamentHe delivered a support letter to Parliament, and was greeted by Chris Hipkins.14 Jul 12:34 AM
New ZealandLuxon backs fast-tracking supermarkets and defends ‘brain drain’ statsPM returns from break, backs plan, talks brain drain, cones and fast-tracking. 13 Jul 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEditorial: Why the Tāmaki Makaurau byelection matters for LabourOPINION: The Tāmaki Makaurau byelection was triggered by MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp's death.13 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsSeymour wants fast-track law for new supermarket chainsThe Act leader says the law would encourage a new entrant.13 Jul 02:40 AM
PoliticsPeeni Henare selected as Labour's candidate in Tāmaki MakaurauHenare, who previously served as the Auckland seat's MP, faces off with Oriini Kaipara.13 Jul 02:08 AM
PoliticsPeeni Henare likely favourite to stand for Labour in Tāmaki Makaurau byelectionLabour's candidate could be confirmed as early as Sunday. 11 Jul 07:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Trevor Mallard's moa comments prove weirdly prescientOPINION: The former Speaker was widely mocked in 2014. Who's laughing now?10 Jul 08:56 PM
WellingtonCops claim Kiri Allan told police she wrote the law, grabbed shrubs during arrestNew police documents claim Allan refused to accept the court summons served on her.08 Jul 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: When the centre cannot hold - the stark future for Labour OPINION: Voters are fed up and populism is sweeping the world, but Labour can benefit. 08 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: St John needs more funding for the great service they provideOPINION: 'If Ardern fronted for the Covid inquiry, she could and may change my mind'.08 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsWatch – 'I have a PhD': Labour's Russell fires up at former judge over contentious billThe 'academic jousting' happened during a select committee hearing.08 Jul 12:27 AM
New ZealandHipkins claims Covid-19 inquiry creates platform for conspiracy theoristsScope needed to be widened "even if this hurts the egos of former ministers" - van Velden.07 Jul 11:17 PM
AucklandCovid-19 Inquiry: Kiwis detail crippling losses, lost schooling and farewelling dying family One family business said they were losing $15,000 a week during the strictest lockdown. 07 Jul 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: Election battle lines are slowly being drawnOPINION: National focuses on crime as a key election issue, outpolling Labour.05 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Walked down the aisle in pain': Jess Quinn calls for amputee service reformThe influencer and health advocate struggled for five years with unworkable prosthetics.05 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSpecial tax change for fossil fuel companies was proposed ahead of BudgetMinisters opted to instead set money aside for stakes in new gas fields instead.03 Jul 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Crash and burn – Chris Hipkins gets the pip over ram raidsOPINION: Are the Herald's 'Tory owners' suppressing crime coverage? Er, no. 03 Jul 12:14 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBattle for fiscal hole unit ends as Act and NZ First block Nicola Willis’ proposalAfter nine years of trying, attempts to create a costings unit ended this week. 02 Jul 06:00 AM
PoliticsHow good have school lunches been in term two?One school principal is still criticising the programme's meal quality.01 Jul 07:20 PM
Politics'Until we meet again': Hundreds gather in Taihape to mourn 'peaceful leader' 'She was bold, beautiful and she was ours.'01 Jul 08:00 AM
PoliticsYouth MPs told to remove criticisms of Government from speechesLabour says this move discourages young voices at Youth Parliament.01 Jul 12:01 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori MP Takutai “Tarsh” Kemp moved to burial groundTakutai Moana Natasha "Tarsh" Kemp died, aged 50, after battling kidney disease.30 Jun 11:09 PM
New ZealandGovt proposes electronic monitoring for security-risk asylum seekersThe Government plans to electronically monitor some asylum seekers and migrants.30 Jun 02:42 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Bad advice': Hipkins reflects on Labour's Rotorua housing challengesHipkins said Labour's next campaign will focus on jobs, health, and homes.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThe Greens’ most radical plan yet - and how Labour inspired it - Thomas CoughlanOPINION: The Greens' fiscal plan throws out 40 years of how Governments think about money.27 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsPolitical battle lines disappear: Sorrow falls on Parliament after MP’s deathTe Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp died early on Thursday morning, aged 50.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsTakutai Tarsh Kemp fought for Māori ‘until the final hours’ - John TamihereKemp died at home, aged 50, after battling aggressive kidney disease.26 Jun 10:23 AM
PoliticsWatch: ‘Heartbroken’ MPs pay tribute to Takutai Moana Natasha KempKemp died aged 50 following a battle with kidney disease. 26 Jun 01:57 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Parliament in shock over MP's unexpected deathOPINION: Takutai Tarsh Kemp was at Parliament yesterday.26 Jun 12:19 AM
New ZealandGovt instructs Auckland Council to allow 15 storeys-plus buildings near key train stationsThe Government says previous density requirements don't go far enough. 25 Jun 01:39 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCould companies sue for compensation under Seymour's controversial bill?Labour's Willie Jackson says he doesn't trust Regulation Minister David Seymour.24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Rating David Seymour as Acting Prime MinisterOPINION: David Seymour had two reasons to celebrate today.24 Jun 07:58 AM
New ZealandSeymour defends social media posts amid Cabinet Manual breach claimsDavid Seymour dismissed criticism of his social media posts as playful fun.23 Jun 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAdam PearseAdam Pearse: Scrutiny stunts shouldn’t distract from warning voters are sendingOpinion: Escalating conflict in the Middle East could threaten NZ's economic recovery. 20 Jun 05:00 PM