PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The problem with the Government’s science and innovation policiesOPINION: Why does the Government care so little about innovation's economic potential?22 Jul 05:00 PM
Politics‘A shameful part of our history’: PM to make formal apology for abuse in state and faith-based careThe final commission of inquiry report is to be released on Wednesday.22 Jul 08:14 AM
PoliticsBeehive assumes close control of Health NZ, Labour blames Budget underfundingLabour has blamed underfunding for the crisis that landed Health NZ with commissioner.22 Jul 07:30 AM
PoliticsWatch: Govt sacks Health NZ board, replaces with commissionerLuxon has just returned to New Zealand after his first political visit to the US.22 Jul 04:51 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDavid Lange: You cannot speak of NZ now without my involvement in what it has becomeREPRISED: A one-on-one interview with the incomparable David Lange.21 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Budget-busting transport planning needs more political debate, not lessOPINION: NZ needs a broader discussion on what Tiriti-led transport policies look like.21 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTikTok justice? Why the Govt has hit the brakes on sentencing changesThose at the coalface say the programme is working, but the Govt has frozen the funding20 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEx-addict says roadside drug testing wouldn't have stopped him – but NZ should still do itDuring his time on drugs, he drove high 'every day' and wrote off about six vehicles.19 Jul 05:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Seymour makes the most of his big week as Acting PMHis stint coincided with data drops on benefit numbers and inflation.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSeymour marks Tauranga returning to 'a council that you’re able to vote out'His public meeting was interrupted by a protest and a fire alarm being triggered.19 Jul 04:52 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters questions legitimacy of Noumea referendumThe NZ Foreign Minister says there has been 'democratic injury' on both sides.19 Jul 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAudrey Young: Trump shooting and Treaty fights – the political heat is onOPINION: As Donald Trump's lead extends, NZ has some big foreign policy calls to make.18 Jul 05:15 PM
PoliticsEmpty tubthumping? Peters yet to receive legal letters after threatsChumbawumba and Bob Carr haven't progressed legal action.18 Jul 06:16 AM
PoliticsJune-quarter beneficiary numbers break Covid recordMore than one in 10 adult New Zealanders is on a benefit.18 Jul 03:12 AM
PoliticsSchool attendance: New data shows slight uptick in number of students attending classes regularlyIncrease in numbers of students attending school regularly.18 Jul 01:52 AM
KahuMentor service provider ‘gutted’ money isn’t going to community orgsThe coalition Government has a target of reducing youth offending by 15%.17 Jul 11:21 PM
TalanoaCalls for more voting options to boost Pacific turnoutElectoral Reform Group to look at how to improve voter turnout.17 Jul 09:50 PM
New ZealandThe councils with the steepest rates rises, and whyCouncils say the rates hikes are due to the rising cost of the basics.17 Jul 08:53 PM
New ZealandExpelled students turned away and elopement on the rise | Focus Morning Bulletin July 18, 2024In today’s headlines with Chereè Kinnear high schools defy ministry orders, Darlene Tana’s future in Parliament and why more Kiwi couples are opting to elope.Watch17 Jul 07:34 PM
PoliticsDavid Seymour: 2025 budget savings planning 'very much underway'Budget Ministers have begun work on next year's Budget, and are considering further cuts.17 Jul 05:35 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori calls for David Seymour to resign as Associate Health MinisterComments come after release of Seymour's letter of expectation to Pharmac.17 Jul 04:47 AM
PoliticsActing PM hints at imminent change to Health NZ board after just two members remainTwo board members resigned and three chose not to seek another term.17 Jul 03:17 AM
New ZealandUse of restraint and force revealed in disability support reportPoor management of medication, health conditions, support plans also revealed.17 Jul 02:22 AM
AnalysisOpinion: NZ fruit and veg prices are going up way faster than processed foodOPINION: NZ’s price inflation remains more persistent than many other developed countries.16 Jul 11:17 PM
PoliticsDarleen Tana's 'extensive' involvement with troubled bike firm revealed in reportThe Greens have released a summary of the report into Darleen Tana.16 Jul 10:58 PM
PoliticsMinister tells Pharmac to ditch Treaty of Waitangi considerationPatient advocacy groups are welcoming calls for them to be more involved.16 Jul 06:32 PM
PoliticsGovernment plans tree-planting frenzy as report shows NZ no longer on track to hit climate targetThe Government is no longer on track to hit its third target.16 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsShane Jones to embark on regional tour, while taking heat from Labour for prior tripShane Jones is going on a regional road show.16 Jul 05:34 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsHelen Clark and Don Brash warn Government dragging NZ into US-China conflictThe former leaders warn Christopher Luxon has no mandate to upend NZ foreign policy.16 Jul 04:45 AM
Politics‘No surprises’ - Government rolling out new speed camera signsThe Government is rolling out speed camera signs.15 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLarge majority of Kiwis want slower speeds, despite Govt policy to raise themA survey by NZTA has found that Kiwis like the lower speeds the Government is changing.15 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson: Why are we losing our minds over 15 free bicycles?OPINION: Spurious 'economic necessity' claims undermine environment and efficiency goals.15 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsEx-Green MP Darleen Tana accepts ‘easiest thing’ might be to leave ParliamentDarleen Tana has given her first extended interview since March.15 Jul 06:27 AM
PoliticsTwo surprise resignations as Health NZ board is now down to two membersTwo board members chose not to re-apply, while one was vague about his intentions.15 Jul 05:46 AM