New Zealand'Shame on us': Ex-Race Relations Commissioner slams Govt's 'torturous logic' on PalestineWinston Peters told the UN that NZ is 'not ready' to recognise Palestinian statehood.28 Sep 01:00 AM
New Zealand'My blood is still boiling': Palestinian Kiwi reacts to Govt's Palestine stanceChristchurch man Yasser Abdulal says 55 of his relatives have been killed in Gaza.27 Sep 09:45 PM
PoliticsGovt fears recognising Palestine state will embolden Israel and Hamas for further conflictThe decision puts New Zealand out of step with Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom.27 Sep 05:00 AM
Politics'Not at all': PM denies fears of US backlash informed Palestine decisionDonald Trump says he sees recognition of a Palestinian state as a 'reward' for Hamas. 27 Sep 04:40 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGrumpy outsider no more? Wayne Brown sits down for first in-depth interview of electionSimon Wilson talks transport, housing, floods and the city's future with Auckland Mayor.27 Sep 04:30 AM
PoliticsPM Christopher Luxon speaks to the media following Winston's UN addressPM Christopher Luxon speaks to the media following NZ's UN address this morning where we chose not to recognise Palestine as a lone state. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Sep 02:18 AM
New ZealandNZ holds back as allies move on recognising PalestineNZ has said no, but what would Palestinian statehood mean?27 Sep 01:01 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: GDP slump exposes deeper cracks in economy and govt responseOPINION: The economy shrank 0.9% in the June quarter, double the worst forecasts.26 Sep 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAdam PearseAdam Pearse: How the Govt can prove it’s listening to the Mood of the BoardroomOPINION: Speculation was buzzing around the Beehive for weeks ahead of survey's release.26 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSix more MPs own properties they haven't declared under Parliament's rulesThe new revelations come as Parliament launches an inquiry into MP Carl Bates' 25 houses.26 Sep 05:00 PM
Politics'He should know better': Luxon's comments about independent agency under scrutinyPM says the Electoral Commission should 'move heaven and earth' to count votes quickly.26 Sep 01:35 AM
New ZealandAt least 15 New Zealanders detained amid US immigration crackdownMFAT says the Kiwi citizens are in detention, but not in immigration facilities.25 Sep 11:52 PM
Politics'Target on my back': Stanford on why she can't delegate; calls critique 'weird'The Herald's Audrey Young assessed Stanford's performance. Here's what the minister said.25 Sep 09:32 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJulia Talbot-Jones: Synching local elections with general polls could boost turnoutOPINION: Turnout in local elections has fallen to about 40%, half that of general polls.25 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPower price poll: Are we about to see 'bold' action from Government on energy? The Energy Minister is describing the planned changes as 'significant but surgical'.25 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Gross debt to explode $100b more before electionOPINION: Finance Ministers continue to ignore Treasury's fiscal time bomb.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I used to purposely get myself arrested': City-dweller on life sleeping roughOne man said he used to get arrested so he'd have a bed and a break from substance abuse.25 Sep 06:35 AM
PoliticsGovt reopens oil and gas exploration nationwide after 2018 banShane Jones says a $200m fund will help co-invest in future gas projects.25 Sep 01:53 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Why Erica Stanford is more popular outside caucus than in itOPINION: There’s a world of difference between being a good minister and a good leader.25 Sep 12:18 AM
New ZealandHow prepared is NZ if the unthinkable happens? Research shows public wants stronger planning'Public opinion is clear': Most Kiwis want the Govt to prepare for doomsday events.24 Sep 11:26 PM
PoliticsHealth Minister promises 75,000 more procedures under $65m planSimeon Brown says the move will cut delays and ease hospital pressure.24 Sep 11:26 PM
PoliticsPeters 'brassed-off' to miss Trump dinner as New York streets blockedWinston Peters was blocked from Donald Trump’s UN reception for a second year.24 Sep 10:24 PM
New ZealandA tale of two Theos: Auckland Council votes for 'better' housing density planThe showdown vote followed a marathon hearing on intensification across Auckland.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Willis singles out Sir John Key in speech about past leadership failuresThe Finance Minister has faced some tough feedback from business leaders today. 24 Sep 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirways NZ communications after outage were ‘lacking’, Minister saysSimeon Brown wants transparency but assures New Zealanders the system is secure.24 Sep 06:00 AM
New Zealand'What the city needs': Council votes to notify housing plan change after showdown The showdown vote came after a marathon council hearing with some fiery exchanges.24 Sep 05:27 AM
PoliticsNicola Willis: National-only Govt would have focused less on 'Māori-related issues'She also said National would have been able to move with more pace on legislative change.24 Sep 04:45 AM
New Zealand'UN needs serious reform': Luxon supports change after fiery Trump speechDonald Trump questioned the point of the UN in a speech to the organisation.24 Sep 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailBusiness groups push back on Govt plan to ban payment surchargesThe signatories include chambers of commerce, industry and business associations.24 Sep 04:05 AM
New ZealandWill the 'net zero' target include shipping and aviation emissions?Minister Simon Watts is expected to decide on their inclusion in the target by November.24 Sep 03:52 AM
New ZealandNew sick leave rules: What changes mean for full-time and part-time workersPart-time staff will no longer be entitled to a flat 10 sick days each year.24 Sep 02:59 AM
New ZealandHopes Government boost to tourism and major events could attract big acts to Hawke's BayGarry Craft said the $70 million boost for tourism will benefit tourism in Hawke's Bay.24 Sep 01:01 AM
Mood of the BoardroomWatch: ‘I'm here to do a job’ - Defiant Luxon says he’ll remain PM after brutal ranking by CEOs 150 business leaders gave their verdict on the Govt in the Mood of the Boardroom survey. 24 Sep 12:52 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon fronts media as he opens the 'Northern Airfield Expansion' at Auckland AirportChristopher Luxon fronts media as he opens the 'Northern Airfield Expansion' at Auckland Airport. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Sep 12:45 AM
