Opinion

Mark Lister: NZ's economic recovery delayed, but not derailed

The Reserve Bank cut the Official Cash Rate to 3% last month.

Adam Pearse: Peters wars with the left, immigration tussle grows on the right

Security was increased and tensions were high, but did the protesters show?

Gregor Paul: Eden Park win signals new dawn in All Blacks' Scott Robertson era

OPINION: A tactical victory over Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus came at the perfect time.

Diana Clement: The tax and legal minefields to be aware of when retiring overseas

OPINION: Smooth sailing abroad starts with knowing these legal basics.

Editorial: Financially stressed, socially suppressed – NZ’s money talk problem

OPINION: One in six New Zealanders feel they are sinking financially.

Editorial: Apology to Māori All Blacks for apartheid exclusion has been hard won

OPINION: South Africa will apologise to Māori All Blacks after decades-long apartheid ban.

Editorial: Victory by any means necessary will cement All Blacks' legacy

Editorial: Eden Park's 50-match undefeated streak is on the line.

Editorial: Give councils more teeth to deal with roaming dogs

OPINION: The pet pooch population is dropping, but problems are rising.

Letters: Key and Clark justified in making trip to China

OPINION: The former PMs should be applauded for attending China's WWII commemorations.

Letters: Is David Seymour Auckland's housing saviour? I was horrified to see Sir John Key at the dictator showcase

OPINION: Yet another stupid statement from Te Pati Māori MP Mr Ferris, a reader writes.

Letters: Remember those whom Govt was elected to protect

OPINION: Leaders need to remember those who are struggling.

Letters: Why are we setting such low ED targets?

OPINION: A six-hour wait for the sick and infirm is far from a reasonable time.

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Pulling out of the Paris climate deal will only become more popular

ACT shared a screenshot showing David Seymour discussed it in February.

Editorial: Apology to Māori All Blacks for apartheid exclusion has been hard won

OPINION: South Africa will apologise to Māori All Blacks after decades-long apartheid ban.

Why rehashed TV formulas don't work anymore

Opinion: We can't keep reskinning TV shows like they are the next Call Of Duty.

Sarah Hearn: Employers should have to make KiwiSaver contributions to over-65s

OPINION: Older workers should receive the same benefits as younger colleagues.

Cecilia Robinson: Why NCEA reform matters for every child

OPINION: More than 70% of parents said their children receive some form of tutoring.

Editorial: Victory by any means necessary will cement All Blacks' legacy

Editorial: Eden Park's 50-match undefeated streak is on the line.

The hidden cost of hoarding cash: Nick Stewart

OPINION: With NZ’s economic headwinds, sitting on cash isn’t the safe option.

Mary Holm: Who is covered in the new depositor compensation scheme

OPINION: There hasn't been much coverage of the new scheme, which took effect on July 1.

Glenn Dwight: Southland's Ranfurly Shield win more than just rugby

OPINION: Gather round for a tale of David, Goliath and a Log o' Wood.

Jed Eden: Making hay while the sun shines - finance tips for farmers

OPINION: Making hay while the sun shines. What farmers should consider in a strong season.

Letters: Is David Seymour Auckland's housing saviour? I was horrified to see Sir John Key at the dictator showcase

OPINION: Yet another stupid statement from Te Pati Māori MP Mr Ferris, a reader writes.

Ten things to know about Auckland Transport before council takes the wheel

OPINION: Inside the latest news about council and other goings-on in Auckland.

After Investment Boost, Budget 2026 needs to be about polling boost – Thomas Coughlan

OPINION: Treasury told ministers that years of cuts will be needed to maintain spending.

It drives me crazy: Five questions that Auckland’s new transport setup doesn’t answer

Opinion: Local decision-making good, Government over-reach bad: the new transport plan.

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How Savea became All Blacks' spiritual leader on way to century of appearances

OPINION: South Africa fears Ardie Savea's ability to inspire and lead his team.

Opinion: An alternative option for voters in the Māori wards referendum

OPINION: Many voters will have two ticks, and they don't have to be consistent.

Why Trump isn’t turning into a lame duck

Opinion: Trump had four years out of power to plan with input from think-tanks, activists.

Opinion: This is how we should build NZ's future hospitals

With Health NZ buildings averaging 47 years old, upgrades require careful attention.

Matthew Hooton: Why Luxon's days as National leader are numbered

OPINION: It’s universally recognised there’s no winning next year under the current PM.

Letters: Remember those whom Govt was elected to protect

OPINION: Leaders need to remember those who are struggling.

Editorial: Give councils more teeth to deal with roaming dogs

OPINION: The pet pooch population is dropping, but problems are rising.

Audrey Young: Two words for Aussies in a froth over NZ-born neo-Nazi

OPINION: Do you really want to talk about hate-filled extremists, Australia?

Roger Partridge: Time to unscramble government

NZ has 81 ministerial portfolios across 28 ministers and 43 departments.