PoliticsTakeover powers: Govt set to override councils under RMA shake-upCabinet will insert a new regulation power into the Resource Management Act.17 Jun 09:07 PM
PoliticsGovernment will not agree to Treaty settlements that dispute Crown's sovereigntyFormer minister Andrew Little says the Government's stance is unnecessary.17 Jun 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid InquiryEconomists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.15 Jun 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTreasury warns Health NZ cuts need to double; Minister disputes figuresThe figures hint at cuts of $1.2b this year; Health NZ needs $600 million in savings15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: This Government is showing us what it valuesOPINION: Why WorkSafe changes are leaving workers vulnerable.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Luxon’s China and Nato scheduling dilemmaOPINION: PM faces a choice between democratic friends and “awful foursome".12 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsReserve Bank admits 'regret' over handling of Orr's resignation after Willis criticismThe bank's chair has apparently acknowledged it could have done better.12 Jun 12:45 AM
PoliticsWool carpets to be rolled out in state homesThe Government has overriden fears the taxpayer would be fleeced. 11 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment compromises with Auckland on housing, U-turns on 'sausage flat' promiseAuckland will opt out of the 'sausage flat' law but other councils will be forced to stay.11 Jun 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: What Luxon must do to secure a coalition victoryOPINION: The right's challenge is managing Seymour's and Peters' grandstanding.11 Jun 12:00 AM
PoliticsNew visa to allow migrants' parents to visit NZ for up to 10 yearsThere are a number of criteria that have to be met.08 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandBeehive staffer's resignation sparks debate on NZ privacy lawsThe PM is open to revisiting image-based sexual abuse after Michael Forbes scandal.06 Jun 01:04 AM
PoliticsWatch: Parliament votes for harshest-ever sanctions for Te Pāti Māori co-leadersThree MPs have been sanctioned after a haka in the House last year. 05 Jun 05:59 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNicola Willis sets aside money for election costings unitAn old proposal to establish a unit to cost election policies has funding.03 Jun 05:36 AM
New ZealandWatch: Act remains Labour's 'worst nightmare' – new Deputy PM's messageDavid Seymour held a celebration brunch after being sworn in yesterday.31 May 11:21 PM
New ZealandHome-schooled athletes denied medals to cycle 800km seeking rule changeSchool Sport NZ says its events are reserved for students enrolled fulltime in a school. 31 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: If superannuation can’t be cut, wage subsidies must beOpinion: Nicola Willis has few options for big savings next year, but there are some.29 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsBiggest change in NZ history: New proposals for freshwater, infrastructure, farming'Sorting out our planning rules is critical to boosting economic growth.'28 May 11:58 PM
New Zealand$40m upgrade for Wellington Hospital ED, more beds addedICU expansion is set for 2027, and the new ED is to be operational by 2029.28 May 01:18 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLuxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim BolgerThe ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.27 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Nicola Willis' choice of Budget day attire is a sideshow to policy debateOPINION: The Finance Minister's dress has become a distraction from her policies.27 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyHayden Wilson: Budget 2025 - A pass mark, with reservationsOpinion: Budget's bold tax move could spur business investment.25 May 05:00 PM
Politics'Stay away from the jocks': Male National MPs conduct outfit checks in support of Nicola WillisNational MP Mike Butterick was careful to stop his caucus members from showing too much. 25 May 03:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Nicola Willis' Budget is pragmatic, ruthless but also generousOPINION: Many will understand the end game but find the means unacceptable.23 May 09:00 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Nicola Willis post-Budget eventNicola Willis' post-Budget event in Wellington.Watch22 May 06:27 PM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Every budget item in one interactiveUse the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.22 May 02:41 AM
New ZealandPay equity, KiwiSaver and housing: Where the Govt cut $21bThe pay equity changes have saved the Government almost $13b.22 May 02:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Willis' pre-Budget attacks suggest she's feeling the pressureOPINION: It's unusual for a Finance Minister to focus on the Opposition before Budget Day.21 May 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBenno Blaschke: Breaking up supermarkets won't solve competition issuesOPINION: Regulatory barriers to entry should be considered as an alternative.21 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionToby Moore: Why debt ceiling fears are overblownOPINION: Finance Minister Willis warned last Tuesday of nearing NZ's debt ceiling.21 May 03:13 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGovernment's Regulatory Standards Bill to cost $20m per yearAnd the agency responsible for it has been unable to estimate the value it brings.21 May 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Obey the rules, Government tells Te Pāti Māori, but what about pay equity rules?OPINION: Rules can be used against those without power.20 May 03:48 AM
Politics'Psychological warfare': Shock move pushes out Te Pāti Māori haka punishment verdictParliament's Privileges Committee recommended suspending three Te Pāti Māori MPs.20 May 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHayden Wilson: Fiscal restraint and growth focus define upcoming BudgetOPINION: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?18 May 11:00 PM
