OpinionOpinion: We know enough about brain development to know youth offending reforms probably won’t workOPINION: When dogma wins out over data, we can’t expect positive results.28 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessShelling out: How taxpayer spent $52m buying into a loss-making mussel farmShane Jones defends Crown investments into struggling Ōpōtiki aquaculture firm.28 Nov 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Winston Peters dings PM on coalition anniversaryOPINION: It's a fraught business when political leaders talk about each other.28 Nov 12:00 AM
New ZealandUrgent testing under way after elevated levels of arsenic found in Akl's water supplyArsenic is a substance found in rock that can be deadly if consumed in large amounts.27 Nov 05:58 PM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: Coalitions in the past have been fraught - and this one is no differentOPINION: Leading a coalition Government needs a rhinoceros hide.27 Nov 04:58 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhat’s wrong with our schools? New report paints bleak picture of a system standing stillNew report asks: What should the role of a school be in modern NZ?27 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNay nay captain - Labour to vote on banning captain's callsLabour members will vote on banning captain's calls this weekend.27 Nov 03:17 AM
PoliticsMike King’s message to Mental Health Minister following controversial alcohol commentsThe minister disagrees with comments about alcohol use being a solution to mental health.27 Nov 03:00 AM
PoliticsFirst charter school announced, will open first term 2025It's based on an Australian model.27 Nov 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWinston Peters urges France and New Caledonia to find ‘a new pathway forward’ after unrestWinston Peters spoke to French leaders in Paris overnight.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Every human being for themselves’: Winston Peters hints at 2026 election plansWinston Peters says all coalitions are difficult and you have to compromise.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: My memorable last interview with Nikki KayeOPINION: Nikki Kaye, Simon Bridges were identified as the standouts of their generation.26 Nov 04:17 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSeymour advocates for surplus, clashes with colleagues over budget strategyThe remarks came after National ministers suggested the surplus might be delayed.26 Nov 04:14 AM
PoliticsHow Kaye 'blew people's expectations out of the water'Kaye is being remembered from those across the political divide.26 Nov 02:42 AM
BusinessGovt paves way for private sector to build more social housingMinister details how the Govt will help community housing providers secure finance.25 Nov 11:38 PM
New ZealandShane Reti and Lester Levy announce funding to help boost Health NZ's clinical workforceHealth Minister Dr Shane Reti and Health NZ Commissioner Professor Lester Levy say the new roles are aimed at reducing waiting times. Video / Denise PiperWatch25 Nov 11:00 PM
PoliticsChris Hipkins reacts to news of Nikki Kaye's deathChris Hipkins reacts to news of former National Party minister Nikki Kaye's death while speaking to Kerre Woodham. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch25 Nov 09:38 PM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon discusses Cook Strait ferriesThe Government has promised a decision on the future of Interislander by the end of the year. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch25 Nov 08:01 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsVote looms on whether a capital gains or wealth tax are part of Labour's futureLabour members will debate and vote on the party's tax policy this weekend25 Nov 04:46 AM
PoliticsWatch: 'Help is on the way' – PM announces new police base for Auckland CBDThe new public-facing police base will be established on Federal St.25 Nov 02:40 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTory Whanau on whether she will run for a second termWellington Mayor Tory Whanau tells Newstalk ZB host Nick Mills she needs to talk to her friends and family about running again.Watch24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPM on working with Peters and Seymour and why ‘coalition of chaos’ defied criticsLuxon on the first year of his Government and how his relationship with co-leaders differs.24 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Abuse survivors know how redress should work – will the Govt finally listen?OPINION: Survivors of abuse in care are owed substantial redress for their injuries.24 Nov 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘Disastrous’: Fears NZ on track to fall well short of Smokefree 2025 goalSmoking rates failed to decrease from the year prior for the first time in a decade.23 Nov 11:17 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: We're having the Treaty debate - it’s either hysterical, or adultOPINION: Labour also needs a cup of tea and lie down to calm their nerves.23 Nov 07:09 PM
New ZealandTensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch banThe new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.22 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Hīkoi’s influence will be felt for years, but Treaty bill still popularOPINION: Measuring influence of protest at ballot box would be to miss the point.22 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It was really tough': New Police Commissioner on the challenge of his careerThe new head of the police talks to Jared Savage ahead of his first day on the job.22 Nov 04:00 PM
Politics‘Urgent’ texts with National staff after Andrew Bayly’s notorious ‘loser’ incidentCommunications released after minister apologised for his behaviour last month.22 Nov 05:33 AM
PoliticsSeymour takes swing at 'out-of-date' election systemAct leader speaks out as key people to help decide new electoral boundaries revealed.22 Nov 02:38 AM
PoliticsMinister announces unit to investigate harm against children in careIt follows a slew of complaints about Oranga Tamariki.21 Nov 11:09 PM
PoliticsRevealed: 15-year-old bootcamp participant’s alleged crime spreeHe's facing five charges for alleged crimes over three days.21 Nov 09:27 PM
PoliticsMinister 'cannot take personal responsibility' for inappropriate actions in youth boot campsIt follows concerns about use-of-force powers being given to staff. 21 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'We’re not going to be a slave to a surplus' - Associate Finance MinisterExpectations tempered around return to surplus in 2027/28.21 Nov 05:40 AM