PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Eke Panuku’s legacy and what will replace the agency that has changed the shape of Auckland'Guiding urban renewal projects across the Auckland region' - Allan Young's achievements.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandDecision on Carter Holt Harvey Tokoroa mill due Tuesday amid job fearsSouth Waikato Mayor Gary Petley says the community feels closure is a ‘done deal’.27 Sep 05:11 AM
New ZealandAuckland mayoral rivals split over level of early voter turnoutSome 9.2% of eligible Aucklanders have voted with under two weeks left to go.27 Sep 03:38 AM
PoliticsPM Christopher Luxon speaks to the media following Winston's UN addressPM Christopher Luxon speaks to the media following NZ's UN address this morning where we chose not to recognise Palestine as a lone state. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Sep 02:18 AM
Politics'He should know better': Luxon's comments about independent agency under scrutinyPM says the Electoral Commission should 'move heaven and earth' to count votes quickly.26 Sep 01:35 AM
Wellington'Diabolical': Ex-mayors fume as pay info, council sexual harassment claim in desk at tipThe cache containing serious workplace allegations was in a old desk sold at the dump.25 Sep 09:07 PM
Wellington‘I’m appalled’: Stash of top-secret files found in old mayoral desk sold to man at dumpThe cache contained documents detailing staff pay and serious workplace allegations.25 Sep 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJulia Talbot-Jones: Synching local elections with general polls could boost turnoutOPINION: Turnout in local elections has fallen to about 40%, half that of general polls.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidate Shakaina Fraser revelling in ‘dark horse’ tagGetting people off the streets is a key issue: 'Some used to own or rent homes'.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It's the first of everything': Jackie Akuhata-Brown opens up on local election bidAkuhata-Brown is completing a Masters in Applied Indigenous Knowledge.25 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand'I was so naive': Kaikōura councillor recalls shock at being paid for roleShe was first elected weeks before the 7.8-magnitude quake in November 2016.25 Sep 04:49 AM
New ZealandCalls grow for reprint after voting papers error in Hastings electionThe booklet skipped from page 12 to 29, cutting out some wards.25 Sep 02:09 AM
Kahu'Misleading': Deputy Mayor slams Hobson's Pledge over campaign adKelly Stratford's photo was used without consent in the campaign.24 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandA tale of two Theos: Auckland Council votes for 'better' housing density planThe showdown vote followed a marathon hearing on intensification across Auckland.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandBurning rubber: Town faces fresh wave of foul odour reportsInvestigators have identified a home and an industrial site as possible sources.24 Sep 04:43 AM
New Zealand538 votes to 2: The little South Island town fighting against a drive-through liquor storeLake Hāwea, home to about 2300 people, currently has no dedicated liquor store.24 Sep 02:04 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon fronts media as he opens the 'Northern Airfield Expansion' at Auckland AirportChristopher Luxon fronts media as he opens the 'Northern Airfield Expansion' at Auckland Airport. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Sep 12:45 AM
PoliticsPM Christopher Luxon answers questions about his leadershipChristopher Luxon spoke to media the airport after business leaders met at the Herald's Mood of the Boadroom event. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Sep 12:21 AM
New ZealandMost council hopefuls back strong Māori role in resource protection - survey'The role of mana whenua and decision making came through really strongly.'23 Sep 09:19 PM
OpinionCould this be the solution to low voter turnout at local elections?Voter turnout in local elections has slumped to around 40% nationwide.23 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandWhat the candidates say will decide Wairoa’s future after years of stormsFour candidates are vying for the mayoralty as Wairoa heads to the polls.23 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Massive room for improvement’: Gisborne mayoral candidates on workshop transparencyThe Ombudsman says workshops should still be advertised even if closed.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandBig plans, long wait: McLean Park upgrades years away despite safety rulesNapier City Council has set aside $1m for upgrades but no start date is set.23 Sep 12:25 AM
New ZealandHow the Lakeland Queen inspired Robert Lee to run for Rotorua mayorRobert Lee runs for Rotorua mayor, citing transparency, rates caps, and oversight.22 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandMurray-Benge aims to scrap regional council if elected mayorHer goals also include cutting SmartGrowth and Priority One to curb council costs.22 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsPolitics preview: Will NZ recognise Palestine as an independent state?Foreign Minister Winston Peters is on his way to New York, for what commentators say will be a defining week for the United Nations, Adam Pearse reports. Video / NZ HeraldWatch21 Sep 10:03 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW: Rawdon Christie and Trish Sherson discuss GDP shock and moreHerald NOW: Rawdon Christie and Trish Sherson discuss the recent GDP shock and more on this mornings news panel. Video / NZ HeraldWatch21 Sep 09:49 PM
New ZealandA new cycleway and a kiwifruit traffic solution on Dally's agenda if electedGrant Dally wants a Te Puke to Tauranga cycleway if funding can be secured.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Front Page: Who's keeping watch when local news disappears?As papers close, councils face less scrutiny and communities lose their voice.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Tania Tapsell wants the top job again in RotoruaShe is seeking re-election as mayor in October's local elections.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'My children are cold': Council ordered family to switch noisy heat pump off at nightAfter being issued an abatement notice, the family turned to the Environment Court.21 Sep 05:00 AM
Wellington'It needs to be pulled down': Neighbours welcome demolition of abandoned homePolice have warned the property attracted crime and potential squatters.20 Sep 03:35 AM
New Zealand20-minute free parking approved for Tauranga city centre and fringe zonesMayor Mahé Drysdale says the move aims to support struggling city retailers.19 Sep 01:52 AM
New Zealand'We will all run dry': Locals warn fast-track energy plan risks water supplyA 2023 council report warned drops could cut off Hāwea Flat’s drinking water.18 Sep 10:25 PM