New ZealandWayne Brown rules out rates rise to fund Auckland transport projectsIt comes after the new Govt announced it will end Auckland's fuel tax on June 30.08 Feb 09:36 PM
New ZealandNew classroom builds on hold as priorities reviewedThe Education Ministry has paused major projects at 20 primary schools.08 Feb 07:15 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Prosecute parents for truancy; solving Auckland gridlockOPINION: 'Caregivers should be prosecuted for kids' non-attendance.'08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandChummy texts between top cop Andrew Coster and new police minister revealedNational's tough-on-crime stance had the Police Commissioner's job in the spotlight.08 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsGovt defends new consenting bill, after Labour slams it as ‘Muldoonist’Bill would create a process that allows ministers to approve projects.08 Feb 05:29 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSpending limits for next Budget to be revealedFinance Minister Nicola Wills will drop two key Budget dates on Monday.08 Feb 04:05 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCoughlan: Why Luxon cannot stop voters having their say on Act's billOPINION: One way or another, voters will have a say on the Treaty bill.08 Feb 03:15 AM
New Zealand'Will leave a shortfall': Mayor's concern as Govt scraps Auckland fuel taxTransport played a major part in National’s 100-day plan that was released last November.07 Feb 11:28 PM
New Zealand'Obsessed with things no one cares about': Is Govt distracted from its main priorities?Smoking has been an issue for the Government - but did anyone ask them to focus on it?07 Feb 04:00 PM
Politics'Cottage industry costing taxpayers': Govt scraps cultural reports fundingThe Government got back to work this week.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Luxon declares Treaty Principles Bill a dead duck walking before it's even bornOPINION: Anger about David Seymour's Treaty Principles Bill was palpable at Waitangi.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSurprise tax cut? Government getting advice on dumping tariffs to reduce costsDavid Seymour says lowering tariffs is important, but might not be coming soon.07 Feb 03:00 AM
PoliticsGovt to introduce bill axing funding for cultural reports for offendersThe Government has one month left to complete its 100-day plan.07 Feb 02:34 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia Robinson: Back to school and back to basicsOPINION: Changes lay groundwork for a more enriching learning journey - but need support.07 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: No court has ever said the Treaty created a legal partnershipOPINION: Laws are what are passed by Parliament as interpreted by the courts.07 Feb 12:15 AM
PoliticsAct launches campaign to twist National's arm on Treaty referendumThe Act Party has begun a campaign to goad National into backing a Treaty vote.06 Feb 10:43 PM
OpinionJames Mahoney: David Seymour's plan is to entrench English version of Te Tiriti into lawOPINION: Seymour believes that democracy is the only successful form of government.06 Feb 07:43 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson at Waitangi: A decent chunk of the nation has come together. This is usOPINION: We came together in great numbers on Waitangi Day. For what?06 Feb 04:00 PM
Politics'2, 4, 6, 8, this government is out the gate': 1000 people march in Waitangi hīkoiPM yesterday told his Waitangi speech missed the mark - but earns apology.05 Feb 09:46 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessJamie Beaton: NZ needs to 'destroy' tall poppy syndromeEntrepreneur talks about his hopes for the education sector.05 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Christopher Luxon’s outrageous Waitangi speechOPINION: The PM failed to rise to an historic occasion at Waitangi yesterday.05 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessQuestions raised over Waititi’s suggestion Māori need their own trade agreementsRecent trade agreements include chapters aimed at promoting Māori businesses.05 Feb 04:53 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsHousing warning to Government: ‘hard landing’ likely, ‘it is not profitable to build’Government officials have warned of a downturn in housebuilding.04 Feb 11:52 PM
PremiumPremiumInfrastructure reportBillions short each year: NZTA Waka Kotahi warns it will spend twice its fundingAgency concedes many of its projects will be deferred or delayed.04 Feb 04:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Govt needs to turn tide in educational achievementThe Government can’t sit on its hands and needs to show a comprehensive plan.04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: PM and Peters choose politics over policeOPINION: Police just need to pull up their bootstraps and get on with it.04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The spirit of Waitangi - unity, righteous anger, jokes and musicOPINION: There's a common purpose at Waitangi this year but the Government isn't here yet.04 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsRawiri Waititi calls for Māori Parliament amid teasing of NZ First's Peters and JonesThousands filled the Waitangi Treaty Grounds to watch the Kīngitanga-led group walk on.04 Feb 01:46 AM
New ZealandDecision on bilingual road signs coming soonTransport minister promises decision soon on making signs bilingual.03 Feb 11:34 PM
OpinionFive myths and misconceptions that confuse the Treaty debateOPINION: It is worthwhile to investigate common Treaty misconceptions.03 Feb 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPaula Bennett: There’s a whole lot of grey in being a politicianOPINION: Waitangi weekend is a good time to reflect on respect for each other.03 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPeeni Henare at Waitangi: 'I lift my gun, I let the shots do the talking'Fighting talk was the order of the day at Waitangi on Saturday.03 Feb 06:13 AM
PoliticsLabour promises Ngāpuhi support in fight against GovernmentThe Opposition pōwhiri sets the scene for the Government's welcome on Monday.03 Feb 05:43 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTreasury’s warning: Consider Capital Gains Tax quickly to plug spending holeTreasury warned the new Government a capital gains tax may be needed.03 Feb 02:40 AM