PoliticsLuxon’s diary blank for first three weeks of 2026 – but PM says he was working 'intensely'Other ministers had earlier engagements in their diaries.11 Mar 02:50 AM
WorldUK hereditary peers lose voting rights after Lords reform passesThe change will remove the remaining 92 hereditary voting peers from the Lords.11 Mar 02:46 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Middle East crisis exposes Christopher Luxon's weakness on global shocksOPINION: Cabinet faces a stark choice: back Luxon or risk replacing him mid-term.11 Mar 02:00 AM
PoliticsWillow-Jean Prime loses key portfolio in Labour caucus reshuffle after departure of several MPsThe party has had several departures to take into account.10 Mar 11:26 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAY'Be cool, be calm': Winston Peters says war will be over faster than people think| Herald NOWForeign Affairs Minister Winston Peters joined Herald NOW to discuss the latest on Iran war, as US says 'most intense' day of strikes to come. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 Mar 06:19 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Christopher Luxon survives gruelling days at Parliament OPINION: There’s a lot of pressure on the PM, who is prone to verbal fumbles and gaffes.10 Mar 04:11 AM
PoliticsKey spoke with Luxon over weekend amid leadership speculationThe former Prime Minister has previously said he largely listens during their calls.10 Mar 03:00 AM
PoliticsExpelled Te Pāti Māori MP back in party after winning court caseJustice Paul Radich said the suspension was unlawful “in the pure sense of that word”.10 Mar 12:18 AM
PoliticsArdern responds to criticism from Royal Commission's final report into Covid responseThe 323-page report is the inquiry’s final assessment of the NZ response to the pandemic.10 Mar 12:00 AM
PoliticsNational's Dr Reti announces retirement from politics - he reveals whyReti's upcoming retirement may prompt the PM to remove him from Cabinet.09 Mar 11:47 PM
PoliticsStanford admits a 'bad week' for National after poll, Potaka won't rule out leadership runThe Prime Minister says his caucus is 'unified'.09 Mar 09:28 PM
PoliticsErica Stanford admits it has been a bad week for the National PartyEducation Minister Erica Stanford admits it has been a bad week for the National Party. Video / Julia GabelWatch09 Mar 09:26 PM
PoliticsGovernment open to scrapping 12 cent fuel tax hike next year if conditions worsenThe Government has not yet decided whether to go through with the plan.09 Mar 04:16 AM
Politics'Expanding defence partnerships': Trump's ambassador pick reveals his plans for New ZealandHe said New Zealand was aware of the 'darkening security environment in the Pacific'.09 Mar 01:00 AM
PoliticsLuxon says 'hand on heart' he'll lead National to election, but fresh poll results show preferred optionsLast week's poll showed National on track for one of its worst-ever election results.08 Mar 08:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSearch your MP's financial and legal interests: Luxury gifts, property and debtDid your MP receive two watches? Tickets to the Pink concert? A ride in a helicopter?08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Could Winston Peters be the Prime Minister NZ needs?OPINION: New Zealand's petroleum products supply chain is more diverse, a reader argues.08 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington Parliament tour among multiple locations infected measles case visitedTe Whatu Ora said the traveller was confirmed as a measles case after they left NZ.08 Mar 06:16 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuElection 2026: Familiar name to bid for Tāmaki Makaurau seat held by Oriini KaiparaTwo are vying for the Labour nomination and the party is yet to confirm its candidate.06 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: After the Government's horror week, things are about to get a whole lot worseOPINION: This weekend is the most precarious for Luxon since he became National leader. 06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisInside the day the question of Luxon’s exit moved from ‘if’ and closer to ‘when’ANALYSIS: National MPs have gone to ground amid fevered rumours.06 Mar 03:43 AM
Politics'Absolutely not': Luxon rubbishes talk of resignation after brutal poll for NationalIt is the National Party's worst poll result since November 2021.06 Mar 02:38 AM
Politics'I am not happy with that number': Willis reacts to National's dire new pollThe poor rating follows weeks of criticism of Christopher Luxon’s leadership.05 Mar 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey Young'I may possibly have grunted': Paul Goldsmith plays down TVNZ crime coverage callOPINION: Labour MP Reuben Davidson pressed the minister on possible media interference.05 Mar 05:48 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Map-gate is dead’: Bishop seeks to clear up Auckland housing density talk, mayor says Seymour ‘trying to screw me’ 'The Government has not asked for maps,' the Housing Minister stressed.05 Mar 04:29 AM
Politics"He's trying to screw me" Mayor Wayne Brown on David Seymour and map-gateIn an interview with Newstalk ZB last night, Brown claimed the Act leader was “trying to screw me”. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch05 Mar 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMinistry considers uses of AI in war, ex-Air Force MP says front line wants more people and bulletsOfficials were quizzed by an former airman about the use of AI in combat.05 Mar 01:49 AM
PoliticsAct 'embarrassed' as parliamentary committee backs social media ban for under-16s Parmjeet Parmar, who initiated the inquiry, says outcome was predetermined.05 Mar 12:59 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Winston Peters can't resist crack at PM over Iran fumbleOPINION: 'Why didn't you call [me], then no one will have misspoken?'04 Mar 11:33 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDid Nicola Willis promise to reduce food prices? Labour says soThe debate continued on Wednesday with both parties far from common ground. 04 Mar 10:41 PM
New ZealandGovernment & Labour clash over grocery pricesFinance Minister Nicola Willis says she never promised to bring down food prices – Labour disagrees. Video / Parliament TVWatch04 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsBondi terror attack could have happened in New Zealand, NZSIS saysThe intelligence agency stood up a team to monitor anti-Semitic terror. 04 Mar 05:14 AM
New ZealandKatie Nimon to seek second term as Napier MP Nimon, who became a mother in her first term, says parenthood has sharpened her focus.03 Mar 10:59 PM
PoliticsWatch: Luxon returns to Parliament at night to correct answer on Middle East – Greens say he mucked up again 'The Prime Minister just doesn't seem to know what is going on,' Chlöe Swarbrick said.03 Mar 10:07 PM
