PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Window dressing’? Luxon told Nicole McKee to emphasise public safety in gun law reforms. Is this more than talk?Bill is set to pass its third reading this week under urgency.26 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrug-driving testing legislation passes despite concernsBill passes with support of National, Act, NZ First and Labour.26 Mar 02:48 AM
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
New ZealandPrime Minister's India trip and Act reveals local body election move | NZ Herald News UpdateNarendra Modi calls for Christopher Luxon's support to address anti-India activities in New Zealand and Act reveals it is looking for candidates to run in local body elections.Watch17 Mar 06:09 PM
New Zealand‘Good fkn hiding’: Waititi reshares social media post comparing his lawns to SeymourThe Act Party has condemned the post. 16 Mar 08:15 AM
PoliticsPeeni Henare apologises but stands by his haka in ParliamentHenare was one of four MPs referred to the powerful privileges committee.12 Mar 05:32 AM
PoliticsPeeni Henare speaks after facing Privileges Committee for haka in HouseThe Labour MP said he would do the haka again 'if it is the right cause'. Video / Julia GabelWatch12 Mar 05:32 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters questioned over NZ First constitutionNZ First leader Winston Peters deflected questions over whether the party's constitution reflected DEI values. Video / Jamie EnsorWatch12 Mar 05:08 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon grilled on value of DEI regulationsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon grilled on value of DEI regulations in the public service. Video / Mark MitchellWatch10 Mar 10:20 PM
New ZealandFormer minister takes leave to trek Mt Everest after controversyAndrew Bayly stepped down after grabbing a staffer's arm in an 'animated' discussion.10 Mar 03:51 AM
New ZealandExperts reveal why Goff’s comments cost him UK diplomatic roleA foreign relations expert says Goff overstepped in his comment although he was "right".06 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsPM says it’s ‘entirely appropriate’ Peters didn’t consult him on Goff sackingWinston Peters' office was not happy with NZ's High Commissioner in London.06 Mar 03:17 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisThomas CoughlanAnalysis: What’s behind Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr’s shock resignation?ANALYSIS: Orr’s resignation is quite unlike other public sector exits,05 Mar 04:21 AM
PoliticsSimeon Brown announces measures to boost nursing workforceHealth Minister Simeon Brown announces measures to boost our nursing workforce that will deliver immediate benefits to people seeking care. Video / Mark MitchellWatch04 Mar 09:10 PM
PoliticsWatch – Brownlee shuts down concerns about use of ‘Aotearoa’, Peters says he’s ‘wrong’Winston Peters says it shouldn't be used as it's not the name of the country.04 Mar 03:45 AM
New ZealandSpeaker Gerry Brownlee shuts down concerns about use of 'Aotearoa'Winston Peters had previously raised concerns.Watch04 Mar 02:09 AM
New ZealandPaul Goldsmith speaks to media about a new citizens' arrest initiativeMinister for Justice Paul Goldsmith spoke to media about a new initiative that plans to ease laws around citizens’ arrests. Video / Dean PurcellWatch26 Feb 09:49 PM
PoliticsTreaty Principles Bill: Dame Anne Salmond, Annette Sykes condemn billDame Anne Salmond and Annette Skyes present their submissions on the Treaty Principles Bill to the Justice select committee. Video / NZ ParliamentWatch25 Feb 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Andrew Bayly got off lightlyOPINION: 'There is no place for this sort of behaviour in the workplace.'25 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsEmotional Bayly stands down after ‘inappropriate’ staff incidentBayly released a statement shortly before midday.24 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandHow a midwife escaped an African prison, crossed deserts and seas to find refuge in NZHe was accused of helping a female prisoner escape hospital moments after she gave birth.22 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeNZ First ‘woke’ bank bill drawn from ballot, but not backed by National and Act – yetParties consider whether to crack down on de-banking.20 Feb 05:09 AM
PoliticsJudith Collins responds to Police Minister's "Peri-menopausal" commentsLabour's Jan Tinetti questions National's Judith Collins on Police Minister's "Peri-menopausal" comments.Watch20 Feb 02:36 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The irony of Seymour's step stuntOPINION: Plus his Philip Polkinghorne letter to police.15 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Why bipartisan cooperation is key to NZ’s infrastructure futureChris Bishop has invited Barbara Edmonds to join the Infrastructure Summit in March.14 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanOpinion: Can PM grow his way out of a buyer’s remorse election?OPINION: The coalition has had one of the most torrid weeks since it took office.14 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsSimeon Brown opens ward at North Shore HospitalHealth Minister Simeon Brown opens ward at North Shore Hospital. Video / Alex BurtonWatch14 Feb 12:11 AM
PoliticsShane Jones criticises Tākuta Ferris for not apologising in EnglishFerris was found in contempt by a Parliament committee. Video / Parliament TVWatch13 Feb 03:28 AM
OpinionBarry SoperOpinion: Luxon’s tightrope walk with Act’s SeymourSeymour's recent antics include a controversial letter and a Parliament stunt.12 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsDavid Seymour addresses attempt to drive a Land Rover up Parliament's stepsAct leader David Seymour is asked why he attempted to drive a Land Rover up Parliament's steps. Video / Mark MitchellWatch12 Feb 01:53 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori MP ‘deliberately misled’ House, should apologise – committeeA just-released report said Ferris had 'committed a contempt'.12 Feb 12:26 AM
New ZealandLuxon downplays yesterday's public spat between him and SeymourPrime Minister Christopher Luxon says he had a very constructive conversation with Act leader David Seymour last night. Video / Mark MitchellWatch10 Feb 10:23 PM
PoliticsTwo new polls show Labour/Greens/Te Pāti Māori can form Government, NZ headed in wrong directionThe polls also show the gap closing between Hipkins and Luxon in the preferred PM rankings10 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandLuxon on Seymour's attempt to drive a vehicle up Parliament stepsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon on Act leader David Seymour's attempt to drive a vehicle up Parliament teps.Watch10 Feb 04:56 AM