PoliticsIran blasts NZ for 'misinformation', says Govt has no 'moral standing’ on human rights'This measure is politically motivated,' Iran said of New Zealand's actions.25 Feb 01:24 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, February 25, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Government weighs response to cyber attacks and Greens co-leader rules out Winston Peters | Wednesday, February 25, 2026Watch25 Feb 12:01 AM
PoliticsGovernment quietly ditches quarterly actions plans that committed it to 'raise energy', 'take decisions'Prime Minister Luxon previously said they helped focus the public service.24 Feb 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTrevor Mallard on lessons learned from Ireland amid a changing world orderMallard had four former Prime Ministers visit him in Ireland.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsHipkins fires up at Govt policies, Willis asks where Labour's are?Hipkins continued to impress upon voters the need to make realistic promises. 22 Feb 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDeborah Chambers: What Judge Ema Aitken case says about our civic cultureOPINION: The real issue in the Aitken hearing isn't misconduct – it's intolerance.22 Feb 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘Going nowhere’: Peters pours cold water on Govt’s card surcharge banKiwis pay an estimated $45m to $65m a year in card payment surcharges.19 Feb 05:04 AM
Politics‘Could have expressed himself better’: Peters reins in Jones after ‘New Delhi’ remarksThe comments by NZ First's deputy leader have been called 'racist'.19 Feb 04:10 AM
PoliticsLabour MP booted from the House over Speaker's handling of Winston Peters' 'racist' remarkPeters' comment yesterday was directed at Green MP Teanau Tuiono. 19 Feb 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 'Outright race-baiting' – Winston Peters shocks chamberOPINION: Peters' response to another MP's question sparked an outcry in the House.18 Feb 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘She’s not a trained lawyer’: Peters hits out at India’s top diplomat in NZ over FTA commentsThe Indian High Commissioner's comments are significant in the current domestic debate.18 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandChris Hipkins accuses Winston Peters of ‘pure racism’ in ParliamentGerry Brownlee ruled the NZ First leader's personalised question was unacceptable.18 Feb 06:58 AM
Auckland'I would not lie': Judge defends honesty during cross-examination over Winston Peters incident'I've got nothing to hide,' the judge told a Judicial Conduct Panel today. 16 Feb 05:06 AM
Auckland'Disinhibited': Judge grilled about alcohol consumption after fracas at NZ First function"You must have been affected to some extent," special counsel Tim Stephens, KC claimed.16 Feb 01:41 AM
Auckland'Drinking excessively': Sitting judge remarks on KC's alcohol consumption at Northern Club dinnerJudge McNaughton said a support letter he wrote was edited by another judge's lawyer. 13 Feb 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: The $1b LNG gamble that could cost Luxon his low-tax brand and his jobOPINION: If he truly believes it's the answer, he could have handled the politics better.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Auckland'I did not and would not lie': Judge takes stand in conduct probe, claims apology letters censoredJudge said she was told her conduct could affect relations with govt, especially NZ First.12 Feb 05:10 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters didn't get advice on Breman signing letter before complaining she didn't get advicePeters told the Herald he didn’t need advice “because I know what the situation is”.12 Feb 04:14 AM
PoliticsNZ First to campaign on referendum for Māori seatsNZ First leader Winston Peters, Act Minister Brooke van Velden on potential referendum for Māori seats. Video / Mark MitchellWatch12 Feb 02:31 AM
Auckland'Despicable': Minister at judge hearing claims celebrity doctor was ‘intoxicated’, 'hostile'The minister says he said: 'You are despicable, I hope you are ashamed of yourself.'12 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 8 horrific child deaths since 2006 – why won't MPs act?OPINION: Alerts have been issued for years over window-cord risks, but nothing's changed.11 Feb 11:46 PM
Auckland'I'll sue you for a lot of money': Video of KC at NZ First event played to judge's probeWatch: "Can you be quiet ... I'm not disturbing anyone" – lawyer to Northern Club staff.11 Feb 04:18 AM
AucklandJudge allegedly spoke in a 'threatening and aggressive manner' at NZ First Northern Club partyThe judge's husband allegedly 'loitered' for 20 minutes before accosting Winston Peters. 11 Feb 02:49 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Labour's policy vacuum risks handing the agenda to the GreensOPINION: Labour needs to come up with its own ideas before the election.11 Feb 02:00 AM
TalanoaWinston Peters to receive Pacific visa petition at New Zealand ParliamentThe petition seeks equal visa-style access for visitors from six Pacific nations.10 Feb 11:46 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFact or fiction: Who's telling the truth on the India free trade agreement?India's free trade deal gets fact-checked. What Winston Peters gets right – and wrong.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Auckland'Persecuting one of their own’: Legal heavyweight unco-operative in judge conduct probe, panel hearsThe hearing could see Judge Ema Aitken referred to Paul Goldsmith for removal. 10 Feb 02:56 AM
AucklandJudge ‘fighting for her career’ as panel opposes bid to join swanky Northern Club tourJudge Aitken was caught in a high-profile 'fracas' involving Winston Peters.09 Feb 06:57 AM
PoliticsHung Parliament predicted, cost of living increases as priority issue in latest poll The polls remain tight on who will win this year's general election.09 Feb 04:16 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Scapegoating New Zealand’s Indian community cannot be rightOPINION: Why Winston Peters is wrong in targeting Indians over the India trade deal.05 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNZ, US in discussions over critical minerals framework as Trump seeks to counter ChinaThe Government is working towards an announcement.30 Jan 02:32 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Winston Peters on immigration and an FTA with IndiaJamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, David Birkett, Brian de Lore, and Chris Russell. 29 Jan 12:46 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Trouble brewing in coalition as Peters pushes his advantageOPINION: Winston Peters is walking all over his partners with his attack on the India FTA.29 Jan 12:19 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters hits back at Luxon: Row deepens between NZ First, National over India immigrationThe Trade Minister is also fighting back.29 Jan 12:00 AM
