PremiumPremiumPoliticsBonfire of the authorities: How Govt's planning reforms will impact councils - and youThe Government promises to dramatically liberalise planning rules.24 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsRevealed: Peters hadn’t directed ministry to roll back DEI policies despite oppositionHe hadn't sent instructions before launching his new bill.24 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsJustice, Police Ministers asked for solutions to tackle near doubling of meth use in past yearA drugs in wastewater report shows a 96 percent increase in methamphetamine consumption. 24 Mar 05:42 AM
PoliticsGovernment unveils new Resource Management Act systemThe new system includes two Acts, focusing on land use and environmental protection, with standardised zoning. Video / Mark MitchellWatch24 Mar 05:11 AM
PoliticsLuxon reveals major reform to replace 'broken' systemThe Prime Minister is expected to speak to media at 4pm on the Resource Management Act.24 Mar 02:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: New Watercare Charter will deliver better deal for AucklandersOPINION: The estimated savings will total around $900 million over four years.24 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Winston Peters has a lot of thoughts about ... LabourOPINION: Winston Peters couldn't stop talking about the Labour Party.23 Mar 06:00 PM
PoliticsPublic servants asked whether their work provides value for taxpayersThe topics in the 2025 Public Service Census 'reflect the Government's priorities'.23 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘I’m pragmatic’: Willie Jackson gears up for one of Labour’s biggest jobs"On my own marae, I have banned [gang] patches for years."23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' addressWinston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' address in Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Mar 02:55 AM
OpinionHealth Minister Simeon Brown: Getting healthcare patient-centric and back to basicsOPINION: For the first time in years, the focus is back on patients, not bureaucracy.23 Mar 01:00 AM
Politics‘Disgrace to the country’ vs ‘left-wing fascists’: Peters scraps with protesters at speechThe NZ First leader delivered a state of the nation speech in Christchurch today.23 Mar 12:49 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters delivers State of the Nation addressNZ First leader Winston Peters delivers his state of the nation address from Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Mar 10:31 PM
New ZealandCan NZ’s maternity system handle new three-day-stay bill?Mums across the country could get a minimum three-day hospital stay if a new bill passes.22 Mar 06:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: Govt prepping for a bonfire of the vanity projectsOPINION: It’s not a filleting knife in Nicola Willis' hand but a meat cleaver.22 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Another callous, cruel Govt decision that hurts Māori, Pasifika mostOPINION: I am tired of burying my people before their time.22 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Luxon puts bat to ball in India but will he put pen to paper?OPINION: Dairy remains the trickiest delivery to negotiate between the two countries.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeathrow Airport on fire, Western Springs Speedway revs up for a final lap | NZ Herald News UpdateHeathrow Airport is closed due to a fire breaking out. PM Luxon has touched back down on home soil after a productive trip to India. Western Springs Speedway closes its doors.Watch21 Mar 07:53 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Govt comes out on top this week but choppy waters aheadThe Government has fared best of late – but it is unprepared for a brutal winter.21 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandBrakes pumped on SH3 speed limit increase'The minister and NZTA have heard us.'21 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAdam PearseAdam Pearse: US trade, defence and new ferries loom large over PM’s India FTA progressANALYSIS: It isn't about to let up for Luxon after a tiring but successful week in India.21 Mar 04:00 PM
Kahu‘Release me without conditions’: Prison hunger striker tells supporters he’s prepared to dieDean Wickliffe's parole hearing is set for April 3 but supporters fear he won't last.21 Mar 12:06 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Luxon’s India trade push could secure second termOPINION: The PM might gain from trying the same approach he used in New Delhi back home.20 Mar 07:00 PM
PoliticsPM Luxon defends NZDF job cuts plan as India visit endsThe Government is about to release its 15-year plan for NZ's defence spending.20 Mar 06:20 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘False facts’: Govt hits out at Labour for ‘misleading’ attacks on PPP schoolsLabour has had to change its story on PPP schools and their alleged downfalls.20 Mar 05:00 PM
Politics‘Embarrassing’, ‘hypocrites’: Feud over working groups re-erupts between Labour, NationalThe two political parties had strong words.20 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsKiwi drug agency Pharmac escapes US scrutiny over pricesAmerican pharmaceutical companies want Australia slapped with tariffs.20 Mar 04:45 AM
New ZealandDefence Force proposing to cut 374 roles, union saysStaff were told today of plans for changes in the civilian workforce.19 Mar 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Veteran vs newbie – Luxon and Peters take very different styles to world stageOPINION: The PM gets an A for enthusiasm, but he may have his high trade hopes dashed. 19 Mar 11:38 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessPilots with cancelled or suspended licences will have new appeal rightsIndustry responds to new appeal system.19 Mar 10:48 PM
PoliticsNZ and India investigating direct flight by 2028The world is short about 2000 planes, according to the Air NZ CEO.19 Mar 06:14 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Contrary to law’: Ombudsman singles out Health NZ’s attitude to official informationHealth NZ's delays to releasing official information catch the eye of outgoing Ombudsman.19 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsForeign visits highlight how NZ is navigating some tricky global relationships High-profile visits to the USA and India are testing the PM and Foreign Minister. 19 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour recommits to abolishing charter schools after Andersen comments criticisedThe Labour MP has defended her comments.19 Mar 03:20 AM
