PoliticsNew Zealand pauses funding to the Cook Islands over controversial China dealWinston Peters confirms NZ won't resume funding to the Cook Islands until its Government "takes concrete steps to repair the relationship and restore trust". Video / Mark MitchellWatch18 Jun 10:22 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
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: What if Dame Jacinda Ardern were just an ordinary leader? OPINION: She's not as saintly nor as demonic as people who are obsessed with her claim.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon on Israel's 'preemptive strike' on IranPM Luxon, ahead of embarking on his trip to China, addresses Israel's 'preemptive strike' on Iran's capitalWatch13 Jun 01:30 AM
PoliticsInquiry to consider if judge should be removed after NZ First incidentThe inquiry relates to Ema Aitken's behaviour at the Northern Club last year.12 Jun 10:24 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
Politics'Don't want war': Jackson on the Labour-Te Pāti Māori relationshipThe Labour MP believes he may have upset Te Pāti Māori.08 Jun 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Phil Goff mastered the art of saying nothing, until he spokeOPINION: Plus the expected debacle over the Treaty Principles Bill surprises no one.06 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Labour’s Te Pāti Māori problemOPINION: Fear of the alternative is Christopher Luxon’s easiest path to a second term.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandUpston on her former press secretarySocial Development Minister Louise Upston responds to allegations concerning her former press secretary Michael Forbes. Video / Mark MitchellWatch05 Jun 04:31 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Parliament debates Te Pāti Māori haka suspensionParliament debates Te Pāti Māori haka suspensionWatch05 Jun 02:08 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 ZealandPetition to ban private fireworks to be presented to ParliamentTara Nowacki has shared how the use of fireworks affects her rescue dog, Zeus. Video / SuppliedWatch02 Jun 07:00 PM
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
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
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
New ZealandHipkins hits back at Peters after NZ First leader rules out future coalitionHipkins previously said it's 'highly unlikely' Labour would work with Peters and party.26 May 10:42 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters rules out working with Labour after 2026 election if Hipkins is leaderThe NZ First leader wants to be clear: he will never do a governing deal with Hipkins.26 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsAct leader David Seymour invited to Oxford Union debateAct leader David Seymour spoke to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about taking part in the renowned Oxford Union debate. Video / Herald NowWatch25 May 07:42 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
PoliticsErica Stanford teacher workforce announcementErica Stanford makes teacher workforce announcement at Mt Albert Grammar. Video / Alyse WrightWatch22 May 07:58 PM
New Zealand2025 Budget delivered with reactions coming in thick and fast | NZ Herald News UpdateNicola Willis has delivered her 2025 Budget, which includes changes to KiwiSaver contributions and a new investment boost scheme. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 May 07:41 PM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Every budget item in one interactiveUse the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.22 May 02:41 AM
New Zealand'Deserves a voice': The 17-year-old apprentice heading to Youth ParliamentFletcher Brown is a heavy automotive apprentice from Hawke’s Bay.21 May 06:00 PM
PoliticsHunt for new Oranga Tamariki CEO yet to start seven weeks after resignationFormer CEO Chappie Te Kani took medical leave in September to undergo surgery.21 May 05:59 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPublic feedback overwhelmingly negative to bootcamp bill, MPs recommend physical force safeguardsProviders will be able to use force against children as a last resort.21 May 04:47 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
PoliticsLabour leader Chris Hipkins speaks ahead of House debate on Te Pāti Māori's hakaParliament is preparing for a potentially lengthy and tense debate over the penalties handed to Te Pāti Māori over last year’s controversial haka in the House. Video/ Mark MitchellWatch20 May 12:23 AM
Politics$600m in Government funding to go to rail servicesRail Minister Winston Peters and Chris Bishop detail how more than $600m in Government funding will help upgrade the country's rail services. Video / Mark MitchellWatch19 May 08:32 PM
