Inflation'Still under pressure': Economists share what 2024 may hold for KiwisOne economist is unsure whether the Government's tax cuts can be delivered.23 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour, Greens warn of escalating risks as Govt deploys military to Red SeaFears NZ getting bogged down in Middle East conflict.23 Jan 06:30 AM
PoliticsNZ sending Defence Force team to Middle East to provide maritime security in Red SeaPrime Minister Christopher Luxon announced the military deployment today.23 Jan 05:20 AM
Politics'Awakened the taniwha': PM expecting strong challenges from Māori at RātanaTwo of the three coalition partners will be attending the annual Rātana celebrations.23 Jan 05:15 AM
New ZealandSurf Life Saving NZ appeal for funds as beach crowds hit pre-Covid levelsThe hot weather has led to packed beaches across NZ, but lifeguards are feeling the heat.22 Jan 11:33 PM
KahuHuge turnout for Hui-ā-Motu 'no surprise'Whanganui iwi travelled to Tūrangawaewae just “to be there”.22 Jan 10:28 PM
KahuGovernment 'committed to relationship that Treaty of Waitangi promises''We want to do more to deliver for Māori. And we’re getting on with the work to do that.'22 Jan 09:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Empathy, accountability and abuse in shoplifting accusationsOPINION: Some rules for good behaviour in the bad world of politics.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Unmasking Covid complacency; one school uniform for all of NZOPINION: For those over 60, Covid can be debilitating and lethal.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDerek Cheng: Political battle lines are being drawnPolitics is taking centre stage again after a summer hiatus. What are the key issues?22 Jan 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialFifth Covid wave hits new high in NZ as Govt looks at ending free RATsOPINION: Covid-19 levels have surged to their highest levels since NZ's fifth wave began.21 Jan 04:00 PM
KahuUrgent inquiry granted into plans to end Māori Health AuthorityThe claim says Māori would be prejudicially affected by the move.21 Jan 02:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy the Kiingitanga national hui is an opportunity for unityOPINION: Shane Te Pou says the hui represents an opportunity to change direction.20 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsMāori King calls for hope over protest while dismissing Govt Treaty billIt was estimated more than 10,000 people from across the country attended the hui.20 Jan 05:51 AM
New ZealandSimeon Brown disappointed councils failed to provide water shortage info"Both mayors failed to respond", says the minister.19 Jan 11:22 PM
PoliticsGreens and Māori parties criticise Chris Luxon’s non-attendance at huiThe PM planned not to attend the hui, saying its 'not actually a political event per se'.19 Jan 08:42 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeState tenants' soaring debt: one man owes $48k in rentTotal arrears have risen by 800 per cent since 2019 to $21 million.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteve BrauniasSteve Braunias: The Secret Diary of former Green MP Golriz GhahramanOPINION: Something is strange about a politician up on shoplifting charges.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsMan wins tussle with NZTA over ‘offensive’ licence plate with help from David Seymour, Simeon BrownThe 'balls' were in the Transport Minister's court, according to Seymour.19 Jan 04:08 AM
PoliticsThree events that will shape the Government’s relationship with MāoriIwi and hapū will meet over the next three weeks to make their positions clear.19 Jan 12:08 AM
PoliticsLeaked ministry advice: Proposed Treaty Principles Bill ‘highly contentious’The Justice Minister says there will be an investigation into the leak.18 Jan 11:11 PM
PoliticsWatch: ‘Shame on you’ - Protesters chant at National MPs leaving restaurantPro-Palestine protesters chant at MPs in the city for a caucus retreat.18 Jan 10:21 PM
KahuYouth encouraged to attend Māori King's Hui ā MotuRangatahi encouraged to attend hui to make their voices heard.18 Jan 09:19 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Ignore ongoing Covid threat at our peril; female MPs and abuseOPINION: 'We have an enormous capacity to ignore things that harm us.'18 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon’s message to MPs: Stay focused, don’t mess it upThe Prime Minister was leading his party’s two-day caucus retreat in Christchurch.18 Jan 05:59 AM
PoliticsMinister demands action from Kāinga Ora over thousands of empty state homesThe public housing waitlist numbers more than 25,000.18 Jan 04:17 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon urges Israel to follow law, as Israeli PM ponders flouting court on genocide caseAs the Israeli PM suggests country may flout court case, Luxon says it must follow law.18 Jan 03:15 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon says gendered abuse worse for women in politicsLuxon is understood to be keen to impart a sense of discipline on his new MPs.18 Jan 02:01 AM
New Zealand'Financial pressure': Chemist Warehouse store sparks concern among pharmacistsReturn of $5 fee could affect how community pharmacies compete, says spokesman.17 Jan 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyEV owners: RUCs will cost us twice what petrol car owners pay in fuel taxEV owners are happy to pay road user charges but say it works out double the petrol tax.17 Jan 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNational starts political year on high, as Christopher Luxon prepares first speechNational begins the year with caution - a few missteps and it could lose everything.17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The Auckland transport project that never got past the 'Stop' signOPINION: Scrapping Auckland's light rail was the only decision possible.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocals worried as more super-spreading seaweed discovered off Gt Barrier IslandDiscovery comes amid concern some boaties are flouting rules to control exotic caulerpa.17 Jan 03:13 AM
Politics'A huge loss for them': What Golriz's resignation means for the GreensThe MP was in her third term and held multiple portfolios before resigning.16 Jan 04:45 PM
