New ZealandDrug-driving testing legislation passes despite concernsBill passes with support of National, Act, NZ First and Labour.26 Mar 02:48 AM
New Zealand‘Sloppy’: Lawyer fined over name slip in high-profile caseSue Grey was being interviewed when she revealed too much information about a baby.26 Mar 12:30 AM
PoliticsHenare apologises after powerful committee reports on his actions during Treaty Principles votePrivileges Committee says the Labour MP's haka did not amount to contempt.25 Mar 11:30 PM
New ZealandLive: Chris Bishop outlines plans for Auckland’s growth at Project Auckland eventThere have been increasing calls for more urgent infrastructure delivery and central Government involvement in the country’s biggest city. Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Mar 11:20 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why Govt’s latest plan for schools might fail history testOPINION: A recent experience with standardised testing didn’t achieve what was promised.25 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The real reasons for Winston Peters' war on wokenessOPINION: The war on wokeness is one of Donald Trump's special gifts to this country.25 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThe secret of survival – Winston Peters is set to turn 80Winston Peters was given a surprise gift by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.25 Mar 05:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Harman: Power struggle defines Auckland-Wellington relationsProject Auckland: Under Brown, the council has clawed some power back from Wellington.25 Mar 04:00 PM
Project AucklandAuckland’s $9.4b tech sector drives push for innovation hubAuckland generates over half of NZ's revenue from top 200 tech companies.25 Mar 03:59 PM
Politics‘The first I’ve heard of it’ Tama Potaka unaware Treaty principles removed from new RMACabinet was briefed on the change, but Potaka, a Cabinet minister, was unaware.25 Mar 01:45 AM
PoliticsPM slates failure to inform ministers of 11yo misidentified by police, handcuffed, and druggedOne minister described the incident as 'every parent's worst nightmare'.24 Mar 10:43 PM
PoliticsRevealed: The electorates proposed to be abolished, renamedOther electorate changes have also been announced.24 Mar 10:31 PM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon says old fast-track provisions were ‘insanely stupid’The Prime Minister yesterday unveiled a Resource Management Act reboot.24 Mar 06:27 PM
New ZealandNew planning laws causing concern and New Zealand's meth use | NZ Herald News UpdateConcerns over new planning laws' effect on the environment and annual wastewater review reveals a spike in New Zealand's methamphetamine use. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Mar 06:01 PM
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
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
