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Away from the Beehive, the leader of the Opposition is buzzing with happiness.
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins promising robust policy but keeps powder dry
Policy announcements are expected "in the coming months".
PM’s focus on economic growth in ‘tough times’, Rocket Lab founder to address retreat
Luxon said there would be a renewed focus on bringing more tourists to NZ.
Former minister Russell Marshall dies aged 88
Russell Marshall was Whanganui MP from 1972 to 1990.
Richard Prebble: The New Year resolutions the Government should make
OPINION: It cannot continue with the same policies and expect different outcomes.
Why Four Square is finally apologising to Kiwi feminist after 55 years
Joss Shawyer resisted forced adoption and supported other single mothers to do the same
Winston Peters fails to produce evidence a close relative of Dr Ayesha Verrall leaked documents
NZ First leader Winston Peters has so far failed to produce any evidence a close relative of Labour health spokeswoman Dr Ayesha Verrall leaked documents. Video / Mark Mitchell
Luxon's 'I'm wealthy, I'm sorted' leading Quote of the Year votes
The PM's one-liner received the most nominations for the award.
‘An announcement about an announcement’: Labour slams ferry delay
Chris Hipkins has accused the coalition of dithering on replacing the ferries.
Labour loses confidence in Speaker after 'unprecedented' decision
It follows a ruling on Tuesday night.
Watch: Govt grilled after key questions on new ferries left unanswered
A cost blowout forced the cancellation of project started under the Labour Government.
Speaker overturns advice on Fast-track Approvals Bill's private benefit
An expert criticises the rushed lawmaking, saying it undermines select committee scrutiny.
Latest poll shows Te Pāti Māori getting boost, National and Act need NZF
It follows another political poll earlier in the day.
Labour MP Arena Williams: A second summer – and still no new ferries
OPINION: NZ still remains without a reliable Cook Strait connection.
Canterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News Update
The fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.
Health Commissioner accused of ‘cooking the books’ in heated meeting
The claims came after Health NZ was forced to change its estimated deficit.
PM says economy is 'turning a corner' but unemployment a 'particular concern'
Jobseeker numbers have swelled to 65,000 above Christopher Luxon's target.
Pharmac minister, chair refuse to express confidence in CEO Sarah Fitt
The revelation came amid a scrappy start to Parliament's second scrutiny week.
Chris Hipkins speaks at close of Labour’s annual conference
Leader Chris Hipkins addressed Labour Party members at his party’s annual conference in Christchurch, as the party inches closer to campaigning. Video / NZ Herald
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media following conference speech
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media following conference speech in Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald
French investors concerned with CRL costs as Labour meet in Christchuch | NZ Herald News Update
French investors are reportedly worried about time and cost blowouts on Auckland's City Rail Link project. The Waikato River is safe again from extreme arsenic levels. V/ NZ Herald
Watch Live: Chris Hipkins takes talkback with Kerre Woodham
Chris Hipkins takes talkback with Kerre Woodham
Simon Wilson: The single biggest thing we could do to grow the economy
OPINION: Grow the economy, eliminate poverty: it's possible if we do things differently.
Vote looms on whether a capital gains or wealth tax are part of Labour's future
Labour members will debate and vote on the party's tax policy this weekend
'We're surrounded by everything that's bad for us': Being obese in New Zealand
Report calls for levies, limits on ads and fast-food shops, access to weight-loss drugs.
Revealed: The man set to be New Zealand's next top cop
He takes over from Andrew Coster who stepped down last week to head new social agency.
35,000? 50,000? More? The complicated politics of counting a hīkoi
One issue seemed harder to agree on than most - how big the crowd was.
Willie Jackson: 'Nonsense' - this hīkoi is not just a Māori Party protest
OPINION: Everyone, from Labour, the Greens, the unions and every demographic represented.
Health NZ costs for contractors and consultants soar by $80m over past year
Labour MP says healthcare quality suffering due to rising contractor costs and staff cuts.
Treaty Principles Bill passes first reading after House suspended for haka, ‘appalling’ disruption
The House was suspended briefly after the haka disrupted voting.
'Very simplistic': Luxon pushes back against Seymour ahead of Treaty Principles Bill vote
The contentious bill will have its first reading in Parliament this afternoon.
NZ Herald Live: Live: Abuse in Care Legislation Amendment Bill
Live: Abuse in Care Legislation Amendment Bill bill presented to the house
NZ Herald Live: National apology to survivors of Abuse in Care
More than 100 abuse survivors and their whānau are seated at Parliament's Banquet Hall ahead of the Government's formal apology for abuse in state care. 12 November 2024
Letters: Kids caught up in police raids used as pawns – by gangs and MPs
OPINION: Also in today's letters: the Treaty Principles Bill, the US election and tax.