New ZealandCall for an inquiry into pornFeminists, conservatives unite as an unlikely coalition.12 Apr 01:43 AM
KahuRMA reforms pass into lawNational's reform of the Resource Management Act is finally complete.06 Apr 10:46 PM
New ZealandWave of discontent has hit NZ: PetersWinston Peters says the "wave of discontent" behind Brexit and Trump has hit NZ.06 Apr 02:49 AM
KahuRMA reforms return to Parliament todayRMA reforms will take NZ "down a racially divisive abyss", Winston Peters says.04 Apr 05:12 AM
PoliticsClaire Trevett: Peters' poos crusadeCOMMENT: NZ First leader Winston Peters dug up an old bone to chew on.29 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew environment watchdog an ex-Nat MPParliament's next environment watchdog will be a former National MP.28 Mar 03:14 AM
Freight and logisticsChina link with road and rail questionedClaims and counterclaims rife about China Rail's link to infrastructure projects in North.27 Mar 05:56 PM
New ZealandPeters wants referendum on smacking lawNew Zealand First says the anti-smacking law has failed to stop violence against children.27 Mar 01:55 AM
New ZealandThe King of the NorthTwo years since Winston Peters won the north, can his reign continue?24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMPs to vote against free-to-air sportParliament is expected to vote against making national sports games free-to-air.22 Mar 02:38 AM
New ZealandSAS allegations don't appear to be newLabour, Greens and NZ First want an inquiry into claims made in a new book.22 Mar 01:23 AM
OpinionMPs: Pathways chance to focus debateOPINION: Let's improve the quality of our debate on the challenge of climate policy.21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandArdern overtakes Little: pollLabour's Jacinda Ardern has leapfrogged over her leader Andrew Little as preferred PM.21 Mar 05:39 AM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: Peters laughing all the wayCOMMENT: This year is shaping up to be Winston Peters' year, writes Barry Soper.21 Mar 02:10 AM
OpinionToby ManhireBuckle in for Winston's last hurrahCOMMENT: Will Peters be another Trump or Brexit? writes Toby Manhire.16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFluoride changes to be debated this weekMPs are expecting furious opposition to proposals on fluoridated drinking water as public hearings kick off this week.13 Mar 05:39 AM
New ZealandA week that may make the differenceCOMMENT: The events of the past week may be a turning point in election year, writes Audrey Young.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ First MP to quit ParliamentBarbara Stewart is hurting after the death of her husband in January.07 Mar 07:37 PM
New ZealandGovt to support domestic violence leaveExtra days off for domestic violence victims is one step closer.07 Mar 01:22 AM
OpinionNational bungled super age announcementCOMMENT: Bill English and team made a hash of announcing the plan to lift the eligibility age for superannuation.06 Mar 05:11 PM
New ZealandSuper shift hinges on electionThe Prime Minister's proposal to lift the retirement age has been rejected by National's likely coalition partners and opponents.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsNZ Super change divides localsNational Party has stunned its critics with a plan for national superannuation.06 Mar 04:15 AM
New ZealandEnglish rules out means-testing for SuperBill English remains tight-lipped about possible changes to Super, but has ruled out means-testing or changing the way it is paid.05 Mar 07:49 PM
New ZealandConservatives protest exclusion from debateNo room for the Conservatives or The Opportunities Party at first debate.05 Mar 04:48 AM
New ZealandPM's comments on pensions 'alarming'Prime Minister Bill English is being urged to give voters some certainty about whether he plans to change superannuation eligibility.05 Mar 01:17 AM
OpinionBarry SoperSoper: Labour's Little gets strategicCOMMENT: Andrew Little has made some interesting moves this week.02 Mar 10:52 PM
New ZealandLabour chooses NZ First over GreensLabour has opted for NZ First over the Greens in its nomination to the committee which oversees New Zealand's spies.01 Mar 10:24 PM
PoliticsAt least four vie for Napier seatLabour's Stuart Nash will be up against three or more others in race for seat in Parliament27 Feb 05:05 PM
New ZealandEnglish defends net migration levelsPrime Minister Bill English is defending the latest increase in net migration and says he is not looking at curbing demand.27 Feb 04:28 AM
New ZealandTime for a political check-upIsaac Davison takes the pulse of the parties to reveal who is in good health and who is a dead man walking.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Super under threat, warns Peters"If anyone thinks it is going to be safe after this election, then they had better think again," The NZ First leader says.24 Feb 04:06 AM
New ZealandDrop for National but English strong: pollFormer Prime Minister John Key is consigned to a distant memory as PM Bill English inherits almost all of Key's support in new poll.19 Feb 04:54 AM
BusinessExemption to enter mine would be 'perverse'Ultimately, if money was no object, the mine could probably be re-entered says Solid Energy chairman but it could cost $100 million.16 Feb 03:14 AM
EditorialClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Special of the Day: split vote soupCOMMENT: They are the ninjas of losing, the candidates who must lose to win. writes Claire Trevett.15 Feb 04:00 PM