PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: National's comeback kid has a lot on his plateOPINION: Three years ago, 'Goldie' was in the political doldrums.26 Apr 12:16 AM
New ZealandRecord number of Aucklanders make Long-Term Plan submissionsThe council's Governing Body will adopt the final Long Term Plan on June 27.26 Apr 12:03 AM
New ZealandAfter-hours clinics on verge of collapse in some regionsOverworked GPs have signalled they can no longer provide cover or the funding falls short.25 Apr 09:37 PM
New ZealandACC taxi woes: Flood of complaints, patient nearly missed surgeryMany readers have reported missing vital medical appointments.25 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris Bishop: Fast Track Approvals Bill - NZ has become an obstruction economyOpinion: Our Fast Track Approvals Bill will help rebuild the economy.25 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'90 is the new 70': Waikato breast surgeon hails screening-age extensionThe Government is working to offer free breast cancer screening for those aged 70-74.25 Apr 06:00 AM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: Luxon’s ruthless show of strength is perfect for our angry eraOPINION: The PM has surprised everyone with his ruthlessness in sacking two ministers.25 Apr 05:13 AM
New ZealandWinston Peters speaks at Gallipoli dawn serviceDeputy Prime Minister Winston Peters gives speech at Gallipoli Anzac dawn service. Video / Whakaata MāoriWatch25 Apr 03:49 AM
New ZealandGCSB refuses to release details of spy dealGCSB is refusing to release a copy of deal to run a secret operation out of this country.25 Apr 02:42 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsQuarry linked to $55k donation to NZ First and Shane Jones, approached over fast-trackThe Government has been urged to manage potential conflicts.24 Apr 10:21 PM
PoliticsMedia minister Melissa Lee rolled as industry awaits planPaul Goldsmith now inherits the tricky job some predecessors have resigned over.24 Apr 08:23 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Green Party MP Chlöe Swarbrick can call out boomers, but can she dab?Want to know what politics are? Chlöe Swarbrick explains to Kea Kids News reporter Rufus, and tries to top Seymour’s chicken dance. Video / Kea Kids NewsWatch24 Apr 05:00 PM
Politics‘Possum caught in headlights’: Media commentators welcome Melissa Lee's sackingLuxon announced the reshuffle yesterday.24 Apr 05:43 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettOpinion: The way Luxon rolls will keep ministers on their toesOPINION: The PM's message is clear: if you're not up to the job, you don't keep it.24 Apr 03:49 AM
PoliticsChris Hipkins responds to Cabinet reshuffleLabour leader Chris Hipkins responds to Christopher Luxon's Cabinet reshuffle announcement. Video / Mark MitchellWatch24 Apr 03:31 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon announces Cabinet reshufflePrime Minister Christopher Luxon announces senior Cabinet ministers will take over the Broadcasting and Disability Issues portfolios. Video / Mark MitchellWatch24 Apr 03:13 AM
PoliticsWatch: 'Absolute sense of chaos' - Labour responds to shock Cabinet sackingsPenny Simmonds has also been stripped of the Disability Issues portfolio.24 Apr 02:22 AM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki left with no lawyers in Gisborne or SouthlandThe ministry's lawyers work with vulnerable children across the country.23 Apr 08:17 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsYoga, clothing, a pet: What principals spent 'treat yourself' Covid-19 wellbeing money onThe ministry doesn't know how many schools were sent draft guidance to 'treat' themselves.23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDelight as Pharmac proposes to fund new cancer drugOverall, more than 800 patients would benefit, Pharmac said.23 Apr 07:16 AM
PoliticsPolice Association president Chris Cahill gives submission to justice select committeeChris Cahill earlier expressed his support for the Government’s proposed gang patch ban - but said it was 'not without its fish hooks'. Video / New Zealand ParliamentWatch23 Apr 05:06 AM
PoliticsFormer Black Power member Eugene Ryder gives submission to justice select committeeA former member of Black Power says the Government’s proposed gang patch ban won't work and could lead to members getting tattoos of patches. Video / New Zealand ParliamentWatch23 Apr 04:55 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Released in error': Treasury paper hints at axing $6b flood resilience planNicola Willis asked for advice on ditching the critical infrastructure fund.23 Apr 02:12 AM
OpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: What if Government loses Waitangi Tribunal fight?OPINION: Both parties have talked themselves into a pistols-at-dawn showdown.23 Apr 12:45 AM
New ZealandStock exclusion, winter grazing, and SNA changes in RMA reformFederated Farmers says the changes “mark the end of the war on farming”.22 Apr 11:51 PM
PoliticsFormer Black Power member says gang patch ban will be ineffectual, issues amusing challenge to MPsMinister Paul Goldsmith expects the patch ban will be enforced before the end of the year.22 Apr 10:27 PM
KahuFar North council set to oppose Government's Māori wards changesFar North Mayor Moko Tepania has hit out at the Government’s proposed Māori wards changes.22 Apr 10:25 PM
PoliticsCyclones, Auckland deluge inquiry exposes how vulnerable NZ is to severe weather eventsIt's prompted the Government to scrap a bill aimed at improving emergency management.22 Apr 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Govt's ferry call makes no sense; public sector leaders cave inOPINION: 'The decision to cancel the iReX project was not based on data or advice.'22 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Uncertainty to blame for Wellington’s downward spiralOPINION: The capital needs more than just sunshine right now.22 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAnalysis: There’s a reason Luxon can’t point to evidence Three Strikes works. It doesn’t existANALYSIS: No evidence it will reduce crime also doesn't mean it won't or can't.22 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment brings back Three Strikes, Labour warns of injusticeReinstating Three Strikes was both National and Act policy in their election campaigns.22 Apr 03:55 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFast-track bill has lack of transparency, protections for conflicts of interestralThe Auditor-General says he's concerned at aspects of the coalition's new bill.22 Apr 03:29 AM
New ZealandPM Christopher Luxon defending job cuts for front line staffPrime Minister Christopher Luxon defending job cuts for front line staff during a live press event in Wellington.Watch22 Apr 03:14 AM