PoliticsWorst results for Budget in nearly 30 years, says pollsterNicola Willis says the Budget will help economic recovery.30 May 07:23 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Nicola Willis' choice of Budget day attire is a sideshow to policy debateOPINION: The Finance Minister's dress has become a distraction from her policies.27 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaverHow much a smaller Govt contribution to KiwiSaver could cost you by retirementSimplicity's Shamubeel Eaqub runs the numbers. 27 May 06:05 AM
Politics'Every little bit counts': Willis says ministers 'worked hard' to find savings, Seymour's cuts 'small portion'The Government found about $5.3 billion overall in savings.26 May 10:38 PM
PoliticsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis Visit Griffins Foods in PapakuraPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis Visit Griffins Foods in Papakura. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 May 10:08 PM
BusinessCut-off for Govt KiwiSaver contribution nears – why funds could last 30% longerThe Retirement Commission says 80% of KiwiSaver members should see increased funds.26 May 01:00 AM
PoliticsWillis confirms super age still on National's ‘radar’ ahead of 2026 electionWillis also fielded questions on the KiwiSaver cuts. 25 May 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyHayden Wilson: Budget 2025 - A pass mark, with reservationsOpinion: Budget's bold tax move could spur business investment.25 May 05:00 PM
Politics'Stay away from the jocks': Male National MPs conduct outfit checks in support of Nicola WillisNational MP Mike Butterick was careful to stop his caucus members from showing too much. 25 May 03:21 AM
OpinionOpinion: Budget changes undermine KiwiSaver's core purposeOPINION: About 40% of KiwiSaver members aren’t actively contributing to their accounts.25 May 03:20 AM
Entertainment'Total disrespect': Fashion designer slams Willis' British dress choice for BudgetFinance Minister's vivid blue outfit retails online for $1100.23 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Nicola Willis' Budget is pragmatic, ruthless but also generousOPINION: Many will understand the end game but find the means unacceptable.23 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBudget Q&A: Audrey Young, Liam Dann and Jenée Tibshraeny answer your questionsOur business and politics experts tackle your burning Budget questions.22 May 09:10 PM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Watch - Finance Minister speaks on Budget, flagship policyNicola Willis speaks after a challenging and controversial Budget.22 May 08:07 PM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaverKiwiSaver changes 'a burden' for small businesses and self-employedWonky Box's Angus Simms says KiwiSaver changes will affect cashflow.22 May 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Going to be a lot harder': Best Start payment shifts spark concern among new parentsThe Best Start payment will now be means-tested for all three years.22 May 08:00 PM
New Zealand2025 Budget delivered with reactions coming in thick and fast | NZ Herald News UpdateNicola Willis has delivered her 2025 Budget, which includes changes to KiwiSaver contributions and a new investment boost scheme. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 May 07:41 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Nicola Willis post-Budget eventNicola Willis' post-Budget event in Wellington.Watch22 May 06:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Budget reveals we’re going broke faster than we knewOPINION: Gross debt is projected to increase by $73b, reaching $283b by 2029.22 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandEducation’s $2.5b Budget boost: Where the money is going Education got a $2.5 billion boost in Budget 2025.22 May 07:46 AM
Politics Egregious or reasonable? Economists split over student loan repayment threshold freezeThe Government is not inflation-adjusting student loan repayments. 22 May 07:25 AM
PremiumPremiumTaxGovt chooses $6.6b tax relief policy for businesses over corporate tax cutAccountants say it could have achieved the same thing with a more targeted approach.22 May 07:20 AM
New Zealand'Harder on the younger generation': Will Budget changes push Kiwis overseas? The public share their thoughts on changes to Best Start, KiwiSaver and student loans. 22 May 06:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Upbeat Treasury forecasts GDP growth, rising house prices Opinion: Treasury's Budget forecasts paint an optimistic picture – but are they too rosy?22 May 05:39 AM
New ZealandWhat's in the Budget for you - student loan borrowers pay more; Best Start payments cutFollow live updates on the Government's Budget 2025 announcements here. 22 May 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWhy the Government's $200m gas move marks a major shift in energy policyMeanwhile, Greenpeace has described it as a 'Scorched Earth Budget'.22 May 04:36 AM
New ZealandNearly 9000 teens to lose welfare if parents can support them under new testA 'parental assistance test' will be introduced for single 18- and 19-year-olds in 2027.22 May 04:34 AM
New ZealandYou have 5 weeks as clock ticks on max KiwiSaver Govt top-up. And soon you'll need to pay moreWhat KiwiSaver changes mean as you and your employer pay more, and the Govt pays less.22 May 04:14 AM
New ZealandPM says Budget ‘backs growth’, Labour claims KiwiSaver cuts make workers up to $66k worse off'National backs growth and I’m telling you, Labour wants to tax it,' the PM said today.22 May 03:50 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovt boosts spending on private schools to support ‘diversity, choice’It is the first increase in private school funding in 15 years, David Seymour said. 22 May 03:32 AM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Means-testing extended for Best Start paymentsBest Start will now be means-tested across all three years it is offered.22 May 03:14 AM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Every budget item in one interactiveUse the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.22 May 02:41 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGovt offers $200m for would-be gas investorsShane Jones says the fund allows the Crown to take a 10%-15% stake.22 May 02:41 AM
New ZealandPay equity, KiwiSaver and housing: Where the Govt cut $21bThe pay equity changes have saved the Government almost $13b.22 May 02:40 AM
