PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Don’t expect explosion’: Stanford on whether visa change could lead to migrant influxThere's no cap on the new visa, with up to 10,000 applications expected per year.17 Jun 03:59 AM
PoliticsPM’s deep dive into Michael Forbes scandal to release findings in August Parliament staffers are currently having their clearances checked.17 Jun 03:04 AM
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
Politics‘They’re swearing already’: Labour MPs bristle at Seymour in select committeeDeborah Russell used colourful language during a hearing and subsequently apologised. 16 Jun 10:00 PM
PoliticsNew suicide prevention action plan released amid ‘stubbornly high’ ratesAbout 600 Kiwis die every year from a suspected suicide.16 Jun 09:00 PM
PoliticsLuxon tops list of world leaders for handling foreign affairsThe Prime Minister is ahead of other big international names.16 Jun 12:57 AM
PoliticsPeters 'never seen' such uncertainty in lifetime as Israel/Iran conflict escalatesNew Zealanders in Israel are being advised to leave by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.16 Jun 12:19 AM
PoliticsPM hints Govt will cut sick leave for part-time workersSick leave entitlements are about to change, according to the PM. 15 Jun 09:07 PM
PoliticsExclusive: Luxon on trade with China, getting on President Xi's Christmas card listThe PM isn't sure whether he's on President Xi's Christmas card list, like Sir John Key.15 Jun 05:00 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
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
Politics‘Free-for-all’: Concerns Govt oil/gas ban reversal will open up mining all over NZResources Minister Shane Jones is offering up "all acreage" across New Zealand.13 Jun 04:18 AM
PoliticsGender equality: New Zealand drops in global ranking for the first time in four years - here’s why The Government says New Zealand's position in the index is still strong. 13 Jun 01:48 AM
Politics'Potentially catastrophic' – Luxon speaks after Israel conducts ‘pre-emptive strike’ on IranThe Prime Minister will visit China before heading to the Nato summit in Europe. 13 Jun 01:11 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
PoliticsMinistry of Culture and Heritage mulling restructure after $2m annual funding cutMinistry says "tough decisions had to be made" regarding funding cut. 12 Jun 04:14 AM
PoliticsLabour overtakes National in post-Budget poll, Peters' net favourability positiveNew survey shows the fight for government would be close if people were voting today.12 Jun 02:44 AM
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
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 'Superficial facelift' – the undercover zingers in Jacinda Ardern's memoirOPINION: The former PM avoids naming her critics, but some are identifiable anyway.12 Jun 12:32 AM
PoliticsWool carpets to be rolled out in state homesThe Government has overriden fears the taxpayer would be fleeced. 11 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Risk to community’: The ‘gap’ in child sex offender system, how ministers responded A key risk was offenders could enter and reside in New Zealand undetected.11 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsThe 'sobering' report on Māori kids in the system: ‘My dreams will come true...even if it takes a while’The “oranga tamariki system” includes Oranga Tamariki, police and several ministries. 11 Jun 03:11 AM
Politics'Don't forget who the real enemy is': US slams NZ and others for Israel sanctionsOne of Donald Trump's top officials was highly critical.11 Jun 02:37 AM
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
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAuckland Transport says speed limit increase at seaside highway was not appropriate'AT does not believe the speed limit change... to be either desirable or appropriate.'10 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsMinister announces multimillion-dollar plan to increase tourism numbersThe Government wants to restore international visitor arrivals to their 2019 levels.10 Jun 06:00 AM
PoliticsGovernment agrees to big change for proposed anti-stalking law, doxing includedThe committee believed the act of “doxing” should be added to the list. 10 Jun 03:21 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGreens argue rich list proves case for tax. Act disagreesThe Greens say the growing wealth is evidence for taxing the rich more.09 Jun 11:50 PM
OpinionThomas CoughlanMoo-turn: Chris Hipkins says farming emissions policy ‘under review’Labour on verge of giving up on a 17-year battle to price agricultural emission?09 Jun 10:27 PM
PoliticsLes Mills identified as gym where Luxon's former staffer took women's photosThe gym manager told the Herald they take the safety of their members seriously.09 Jun 09:21 PM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori attack Greta Thunberg’s ‘abduction’, Israel says she’s safeIsraeli forces intercepted ship destined to deliver aid to Gaza. 09 Jun 07:58 AM
PoliticsGovt makes another investment into tourism marketingIt's predicted to lead to another 72,000 visitors. 09 Jun 03:30 AM
New ZealandWhy handling of PM's press secretary scandal raises critical questionsSeveral party leaders have had to face the music, albeit with very different tunes. 08 Jun 05:00 PM
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