PoliticsLuxon claims 'we have become a country of bureaucrats in NZ'The two big party leaders are going head-to-head tonight in a TV debate.18 Sep 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsClaire Trevett: What to expect, what's at stake in first TV leaders debateOPINION: Chris Hipkins might be the better debater, but he's got a harder job.18 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Here's why business should vote GreenOPINION: No one wants a coalition of chaos, so here's why business should be looking left.18 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: National’s tax plan, Act’s construction policy, boot camps and what visitors seeOPINION: Letters on protesters, Labour's policies and transport solutions.18 Sep 05:00 PM
Politics'No red flags' about anti-fluoride, anti-mandate comments, says Nats candidateRyan Hamilton says his views were not raised in his candidate selection.18 Sep 05:27 AM
PoliticsHipkins, Luxon gear up for debate - how are they rating their chances?Plus, what happened during Act's chaotic party launch?18 Sep 05:00 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon confirms Ryan Hamilton to remain as National candidate'If everyone had to have a perfect record, we'd have nobody in Parliament.'18 Sep 03:38 AM
New ZealandTukituki attracts the most candidates for General ElectionAll up, 27 candidates are vying for your votes on October 14.18 Sep 02:50 AM
PoliticsHipkins on housing; Luxon on candidate's fluoride commentsRyan Hamilton is expected to win the Hamilton East electorate.17 Sep 10:50 PM
New ZealandRyan Hamilton: National’s anti-fluoride, anti-mandate MP-in-waitingRyan Hamilton has voiced support for groups that spread misinformation about fluoridation.17 Sep 08:00 PM
OpinionOPINION: It’s time for politicians to shake off big alcohol’s spellOPINION: Restrictions, not education, is the way to reduce alcohol harm17 Sep 05:30 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCoalition collision? Audrey Young on the tensions between National and ActOPINION: The Treaty of Waitangi referendum is likely to be the most problematic issue.17 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: First debate a chance to size up main leadersOPINION: It's Chris versus Christopher in what could be a pivotal campaign moment.17 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionShaneel Lal: Only a fool would fall for these figuresOpinion: It's not unreasonable to think National can’t deliver on its tax promise.16 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te Pou: Is National distracting us from the real tax plan?Opinion: Act’s alternative budget has the cuts National needs to pay for its tax package.16 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsBeehive Diaries: Who is the best debater, and what’s Chippy been eating?Chris Luxon thinks Chis Hipkins is a great debater - is he?16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeek’s top stories: NZ faces potentially worst El Nino scorch in 80 yearsEverything from the weather to politics to movie moguls made for another interesting week.15 Sep 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaverNational’s tech policy: Industry loves visa, esop moves - but also sees missing elementsThe two core elements of National’s tech policy are a hit, but missing elements too.15 Sep 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: The questions Luxon won't answer, and Seymour waits and watchesWhy Luxon and deputy Nicola Willis are trying to avoid a spreadsheets at dawn showdown.15 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Premium Debate: Online subscribers react to Mike Hosking's take on Luxon winning campaign for NationalOPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.15 Sep 03:00 PM
Politics'Bloodbath': The community likely to take a big swing against LabourPlus, why has Nicola Willis said she'll resign over a policy?15 Sep 06:01 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike Munro: There’s a hole in your tax bucket, LuxonOPINION: Christopher Luxon has so far been relying on a “trust me” strategy.15 Sep 01:37 AM
LivePolitics'Irresponsible and unaffordable': Chris Hipkins slams National's policiesThe election campaign is nearing the end of its second week.15 Sep 01:35 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: National's numbers problem isn't going awayOPINION: Nicola Willis's answers on tax costings are falling a long way short.15 Sep 01:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Fear campaign': National and Act hit back over MP’s Hawke’s Bay 'mega-prison' claimsAnna Lorck claims Hawke's Bay Prison's extra land would make it a target for expansion.14 Sep 11:28 PM
KahuDeath 'threat' on campaign trail for Green Party’s Efeso Collins, man foundEfeso Collins said the threat made him reassess his priorities.14 Sep 10:46 PM
PoliticsNational targets Ministry for Pacific Peoples’ $50k post-Budget breakfasts spendNational is accusing the ministry of more extravagant spending.14 Sep 09:59 PM
New ZealandWhat Whanganui candidates say about the cost of livingOther issues highlighted to candidates were the cost of housing and climate change.14 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Major parties face off in rural issues debateThe debate will focus on the issues affecting New Zealanders outside major city centres.14 Sep 06:30 AM
New ZealandElection 2023: National MP Dr Shane Reti says he wants to scrap Health Star Rating for foodReti raised the issue at a debate among political candidates in Auckland this afternoon.14 Sep 05:26 AM
Politics'Beyond comprehension' - Modelling shows $2b hole in Nats' foreign buyer taxEconomists are casting doubt that National can fund its tax plan.13 Sep 10:00 PM
KahuBarrister Tony Bouchier takes on Act’s Law and Order policyFormer police officer turned barrister says politicians should stay out of Law and Order.13 Sep 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike HoskingMike Hosking: Why Luxon is winning the campaign for NationalOPINION: Make no mistake, the tide has turned.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Failing hospitals': Three BoP candidates vow to fix public health systemOther issues raised included cost of living, crime, traffic and co-governance.13 Sep 07:00 AM