PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can we trust Chris Hipkins? His credibility has taken another blowOPINION: There have been several examples where Hipkins' credibility has been questioned.30 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: U-turn is a win for the small fishOPINION: Politicians were quick to take credit, but it was public pressure that worked.26 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Govt's oil-crisis response slick so far – but the real test is comingOPINION: The PM's one misstep is his repeated claim that fuel stocks are 'healthy'.25 Mar 11:55 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNEW POLL: Is Luxon or Hipkins going better off the war? | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch24 Mar 06:36 PM
PremiumPoliticsPoll results reveal Kiwis' view of Luxon, Hipkins after their recent troubles24 Mar 04:00 PM
Herald NOWThe Government needs to make public transport cheaper | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch23 Mar 06:37 PM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Tavern's Dame Jacinda Ardern book-burning on wrong side of history23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFears Modern Slavery Act will be ineffectual with a drop in labour inspectors22 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Why markets tend to do fine no matter who wins in November22 Mar 03:00 PM
PoliticsLatest poll sees National far higher than in early March, but not all good news for Luxon17 Mar 11:27 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAY'A very challenging couple of days': Chris Hipkins speaks to Ryan Bridge | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch17 Mar 06:38 PM
New ZealandDame Jacinda Ardern and Grant Robertson to reunite on stage in Dunedin for rare public talkThe former PM's tour will mark her first public engagement in New Zealand since 2023.11 Mar 12:00 AM
PoliticsWillow-Jean Prime loses key portfolio in Labour caucus reshuffle after departure of several MPsThe party has had several departures to take into account.10 Mar 11:26 PM
Wellington'Free ride': Fresh calls for Govt to pay rates on Crown landCouncils could collect more than $200 million each year if the rules changed.08 Mar 04:00 PM
Politics'I am not happy with that number': Willis reacts to National's dire new pollThe poor rating follows weeks of criticism of Christopher Luxon’s leadership.05 Mar 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Prebble: Affordability politics – what Luxon, Hipkins and Seymour's speeches really told votersOPINION: Christopher Luxon offered 37 initiatives but little sense of priority or empathy.04 Mar 02:00 AM
Politics'I misspoke': Luxon walks back comments on Iran strikes by US and IsraelThe Prime Minister clarified comments he made in Monday's post-Cabinet press conference. 02 Mar 11:09 PM
New ZealandChris Hipkins responds to Middle East-US conflict, NZ living costs and KiwiSaver 2.0| Herald NOWLeader of the Labour Party Chris Hipkins talks to Ryan Bridge on the Middle East-US conflict, NZ living costs and KiwiSaver 2.0. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch02 Mar 06:52 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsEdmonds on Labour's big mistake, landlords, Reserve Bank shake-up and if she's getting 'nasty'Labour's finance spokeswoman sits down with the Herald to discuss Labour's economic plans.02 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorJamie Ensor: The warning signs for National, Labour in latest survey resultsANALYSIS: National is in an unfortunate position at the start of election year.02 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandElection 2026: Latest IPSOS poll reveals key election issues, Labour mostly in the lead | Herald NOWSenior journalist Jamie Ensor joins Ryan Bridge for the latest IPSOS poll. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch01 Mar 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'Sullivan Fran O'Sullivan: Labour leader needs more than charm to win over wary business leadersOPINION: Chris Hipkins admits NZ faces rising costs, climate risk and a talent drain.27 Feb 08:00 PM
Herald NOWMPs to consider tougher privacy rulesLabour MP Ayesha Verrall speaks to Ryan Bridge about the push to introduce tougher privacy rules. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch24 Feb 09:14 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGovt considers indemnity against financial loss for new thermal electricity investmentsCrown indemnity could drive new investment in thermal electricity, mitigate political risk23 Feb 06:00 PM
PoliticsHipkins fires up at Govt policies, Willis asks where Labour's are?Hipkins continued to impress upon voters the need to make realistic promises. 22 Feb 10:38 PM
PoliticsLabour MP booted from the House over Speaker's handling of Winston Peters' 'racist' remarkPeters' comment yesterday was directed at Green MP Teanau Tuiono. 19 Feb 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: Damned if they do, damned if they don't – the billion-dollar bill for Labour's gas banOPINION: The LNG levy will cost up to $180m a year for 15 years to secure back-up fuel.18 Feb 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 8 horrific child deaths since 2006 – why won't MPs act?OPINION: Alerts have been issued for years over window-cord risks, but nothing's changed.11 Feb 11:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Labour's policy vacuum risks handing the agenda to the GreensOPINION: Labour needs to come up with its own ideas before the election.11 Feb 02:00 AM
Politics'National can get home with Luxon': Sir John Key shares blueprint for PM to win tight electionThe former PM urges National MPs to stick with Luxon and avoid a late leadership swap.10 Feb 10:47 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Labour faces winning back middle NZ and walking Te Pāti Māori tightropeOPINION: Some Labour MPs think a whoever coalition is best, but Hipkins is less convinced.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsAnother Labour MP suggests party will work with Te Pāti Māori once issues resolvedLabour's leader is adamant a decision on who the party could work with won't be made now.09 Feb 11:21 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Labour cosying up to Greens makes them look desperateOPINION: Peeni Henare's surprise resignation video dropped mid-press conference.07 Feb 11:00 PM
PoliticsLabour Leader Chris Hipkins and MP Willie Jackson speak to the media from WaitangiLabour Leader Chris Hipkins and MP Willie Jackson speak to the media from Waitangi following the Government Pōwhiri. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Feb 06:30 AM