New Zealand'Disgraceful act': Debate ignites over walk-on flag installation, protest begins Nelson Deputy Mayor defends the art, citing its challenge to the status quo.28 May 07:26 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Labour's support of Te Pāti Māori over haka punishment will be defining issue for next electionOPINION: Te Pāti Māori leaders skipped the Budget debate despite protests on their behalf.27 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLuxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim BolgerThe ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.27 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'More than disrespectful': Controversial artwork invites people to walk on NZ flagIt's not the first time the art installation has sparked outrage.27 May 06:39 AM
KahuIwi driver licencing scheme sees 178 people licensed “It was a bit scary, but being on the marae was amazing," one driver said. 27 May 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumFootball Ferns'It's worrisome': NZF under fire for overlooking female coachesMichael Mayne was appointed head coach from a shortlist of four men.27 May 02:05 AM
New Zealand'Putting lives at risk': The barriers facing Māori from getting immunisedMāori vaccination rates lag behind European children in Bay of Plenty and Lakes.27 May 02:01 AM
PoliticsWellington kura celebrating ‘bittersweet’ $35m long-awaited upgrade 'We see the excellent results in our kura kaupapa – despite the buildings they are in.'27 May 01:02 AM
New ZealandRun It Straight events face safety backlash - but what do fans say?Collision events face criticism for injury risks but organisers claim to inspire youth.26 May 08:00 PM
Small Business‘Dream a bit more‘: Whanganui tea company partners with Air New ZealandKaputī Studio will receive a $20,000 cash grant and 12 weeks of mentoring.25 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMillie Elder-Holmes fined $5k for promoting online gamblingScreenshots showed Elder-Holmes promoting overseas gambling from June 2024 to March 202525 May 05:00 PM
KahuIncoming Deputy PM: 'Māori will have nothing to fear' says David SeymourAct's David Seymour will become Deputy PM on May 31, succeeding Winston Peters.24 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEx-Kāinga Ora boss pops up as private sector developer, eyeing ParnellAndrew McKenzie is now a director in a company buying properties in Parnell.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWill she or won't she? Deputy coy on potential mayoral bid, but reveals timelineSpeculation began when Desley Simpson's son registered desleyformayor.co.nz last year.23 May 09:41 PM
New ZealandBig things, small place: Mount Maunganui drone-maker wins top NZ hi-tech awardThe company recently inked a $66.8m deal with the British Defence Force.23 May 06:00 PM
LifestyleHow one man's passion for tradition and giant kūmara is empowering Northland youthMalcolm Wano and Kiahara Takareki Trust in Moerewa want to inspire young people.23 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovernment changes tikanga course rules in law schools Labour is uncomfortable with the Government's approach to the issue. 23 May 06:56 AM
Kahu'Disappointing': Historic Russell's te reo Māori name bid rejectedThe consultation saw 52% support the change and 48% oppose it.23 May 01:16 AM
Politics‘Didn’t bother to show up’: Te Pāti Māori co-leaders miss key Budget debate Rawiri Waititi and Debbie Ngarewa-Packer were absent from the debate yesterday.23 May 12:07 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: It’s time to update the rules of our Parliament – but not by those in powerOPINION: Proposed punishment for Te Pāti Māori MPs totally out of proportion.22 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Symbol of hope': Winning photo 'reclaims Māori narrative' amid cultural unrestThe "powerful" photo allowed people to see their tūpuna in the face of a child.22 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand$20k triumph: How Taniwha Chasers captivated judges at portrait awardsAn Ōpōtiki local's photograph Taniwha Chasers was chosen from 41 finalists.22 May 01:55 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori MP proposes bill requiring MPs to uphold Te Tiriti principles'It’s not left or right. This is the foundation of us moving together ...'21 May 05:13 AM
New Zealand'Rapid rate': US demand grows for Kiwi beverage product Wai Mānuka launched in Citarella Gourmet Market's seven New York locations.21 May 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Te reo belongs on our roads': Iwi demands reinstatement of 'taihoa' roadworks sign'Te reo Māori is not a translation, a novelty, or a risk. It is official. It is sacred.'20 May 08:36 PM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori MPs emerge from ParliamentTe Pāti Māori MPs emerge from Parliament, following the adjourned debate on the suspension of three of them, to be greeted by their supporters. Video / Audrey YoungWatch20 May 04:39 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMarty Verry: Green building pledge could trigger $1.5b of investmentOPINION: A shift to mass timber could create 7000 jobs in the regions.20 May 04:00 AM
Politics'Psychological warfare': Shock move pushes out Te Pāti Māori haka punishment verdictParliament's Privileges Committee recommended suspending three Te Pāti Māori MPs.20 May 02:57 AM
KahuHow water shapes the 2025 Matariki Festival in AucklandA central programme, Matariki ki te Manawa, features exhibitions and performances.20 May 02:06 AM
OpinionOpinion: Denying prisoners the vote undermines democratic valuesImprisonment aims to incapacitate, deter, rehabilitate, and enact retribution.19 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandMPs Face Suspension, Trump Claims Ceasefire Progress, AI in Exams | NZ Herald News UpdateTe Pāti Maori MPs may be suspended over haka protest, Russia and Ukraine ceasefire negotiations and AI flagged in NZ exam breaches.Watch19 May 06:52 PM
PoliticsPolice response to family violence questioned: NGOs considering ‘stab vests’ for staffMinister Karen Chhour's advisory group is flagging serious risks of injury or death. 19 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds of grieving students perform haka for victim of house fireNavaeh Ngamoki-Porter, 14, was rescued from the burning building, but later died. 19 May 04:44 AM
KahuTreaty settlement renames iconic sites in central North IslandThe name changes follow the Treaty settlement of iwi collective Te Korowai o Wainuiārua.19 May 12:35 AM