Politics‘Touch her like Jesus’: Teary Ardern farewells PM-ship in peaceThe sky might have been a piercing blue, but Rātana was red all over.24 Jan 04:33 AM
Politics'Greatest privilege of my life' Ardern says in final words as PM at RātanaIt is Ardern's last public outing as Prime Minister.24 Jan 03:27 AM
PoliticsWatch: Luxon hits out at Labour, confronts co-governance at RātanaIt is Ardern's last public outing as Prime Minister.23 Jan 11:19 PM
New ZealandWatch: Kiwi farmer mows troll message to outgoing PM ArdernOne farmer fed up with the 'fart tax' sent Ardern a creative farewell message.23 Jan 10:50 PM
PoliticsArdern’s last act as PM: Emotional farewell at Rātana, battle of the Chrises ignitesThe traditional start to the political year is tipped to be more explosive than usual.23 Jan 06:00 PM
PoliticsJacinda Ardern will need police protection after standing down as PM - expertsArdern will need police protection after standing down as PM, experts say.23 Jan 05:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Who's lining up for Hipkins' new Cabinet?OPINION: There is an easy answer to one of Cabinet's biggest headaches, law and order.23 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Now it's Chippy vs the donors de LuxeOPINION: Jacinda Ardern's resignation wasn't the only big political news last week.23 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsLuxon vs Hipkins: How will the clash of the Christophers play out?Two men named Christopher will compete for the chance to lead NZ into 2024.23 Jan 05:35 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDavid Cunliffe: Expect Hipkins to ditch Three Waters, TVNZ/RNZ mergerOPINION: Labour's senior line-up now looks refreshed and battle-hardened.22 Jan 08:34 PM
PoliticsHipkins, Ardern discussed possible departure last year; set to rein in Labour policiesThe soon-to-be Prime Minister signalled some significant changes are on the way.22 Jan 07:54 PM
Politics'She’s still my best friend': Hipkins' plea for family privacy over marriage splitChris Hipkins said the decision was made in the best interest of his family.22 Jan 04:07 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsOpinion: Hipkins embarks on policy bonfire - what’s safe and what’s notThe incoming PM has promised to scrap distracting policies.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: From transformation to basics - Hipkins' first pitch to Labour's lost votersHipkins pitch to win back voters rests on focus on the basics - not snazzy reforms22 Jan 04:38 AM
Politics‘No-one understands what that means’: Chris Hipkins on co-governanceThe new Labour leader says the Government will be clearer on co-governance.22 Jan 04:01 AM
Politics'The world is facing a new challenge': Where Hipkins will refocus Labour in 2023Carmel22 Jan 03:36 AM
New ZealandLive: Chris Hipkins and Carmel Sepuloni confirmed as PM and deputyCurrent Labour Party deputy leader Kelvin Davis was among the first MPs to arrive.22 Jan 01:44 AM
Politics‘Biggest privilege of my life’: Hipkins to become PM today, Sepuloni tipped as deputyHipkins emerged as the only nominee to replace Jacinda Ardern as party leader and PM.21 Jan 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungOpinion: Why Hipkins is better prepared than Ardern to be PMOPINION: The incoming PM has the ability to function well without filters.21 Jan 12:05 AM
PoliticsWho is Chris 'Chippy' Hipkins, NZ's next PM and Labour leader?The senior minister is known as "Mr Fix-it", and for his light-hearted temperament.20 Jan 11:07 PM
PoliticsCarmel Sepuloni set to be deputy to Hipkins after Kiri Allan rules herself outAllan tells the NZ Herald she will not be running for deputy.20 Jan 10:16 PM
OpinionPolitical Roundup: The triumph and tragedy of Jacinda ArdernOPINION: Jacinda Ardern was a political superstar heading towards an election defeat.20 Jan 08:48 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Is Ardern's demise the death knell for Labour?A leadership change not necessarily terminal for Labour but require brutal decisions20 Jan 08:40 PM
PoliticsRace to be PM: Frontrunner revealed as race narrows ahead of Sunday voteNominations for leader close at 9am this morning.20 Jan 04:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson: How did the champion of kindness become 'NZ's most divisive leader'?What we've lost with the undoing of Jacinda Ardern.20 Jan 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThomas Coughlan: Carmel Sepuloni brings Labour leadership contenders to fourA clear winner is possible as early as tomorrow morning.20 Jan 04:50 AM
PoliticsLittle wonder Ardern has chosen to quit, says Helen ClarkCurrent politicians face vitriol 24/7 thanks to social media, says former PM.20 Jan 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAudrey Young: Clear three months ago things weren't right with PMOPINION: The big clues about Jacinda Ardern were in plain sight.20 Jan 02:49 AM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: Should Ardern have called a snap election?OPINION: The old plans and assumptions for election year have suddenly evaporated.20 Jan 01:32 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsQ&A: PM quits - political editor Claire Trevett answers your questionsGot questions about Jacinda Ardern's new year bombshell? Ask our in-house expert.19 Jan 10:26 PM
New Zealand‘True stateswoman’: Biden, Clinton praise Ardern after resignationNews that Ardern is stepping down is making global headlines.19 Jan 08:50 PM
KahuMāori want next PM to be one of their ownMāori Party president John Tamihere says Labour's Māori caucus must flex its muscle.19 Jan 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsHow Labour will elect a new leader, and who has the advantageLabour has two ways to elect a new leader, which one it chooses could decide the victor.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsArdern resignation: The big risk facing the next Labour leaderThe next Labour leader faces an uphill battle.19 Jan 04:00 PM