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Letters: Christopher Luxon critique unfair and unbalanced – Sir Bill Birch
OPINION: 'I am astounded by the article written by Matthew Hooton.'
‘Every human being for themselves’: Winston Peters hints at 2026 election plans
Winston Peters says all coalitions are difficult and you have to compromise.
How Kaye 'blew people's expectations out of the water'
Kaye is being remembered from those across the political divide.
Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media at Mystery Creek
Christopher Luxon speaks to the media at Mystery Creek Events Centre. Video / NZ Herald
Christopher Luxon coy on Winston Peters' ferry decision deadline
It's almost a year since the Government pulled the plug on KiwiRail's mega ferries.
Christopher Luxon discusses Cook Strait ferries
The Government has promised a decision on the future of Interislander by the end of the year. Video / Newstalk ZB
Luxon and Hosking: PM discusses NCEA reform, relationship with Seymour
Luxon reveals how he gets on with other party leaders, his achievements, what's next.
Watch: 'Help is on the way' – PM announces new police base for Auckland CBD
The new public-facing police base will be established on Federal St.
PM on working with Peters and Seymour and why ‘coalition of chaos’ defied critics
Luxon on the first year of his Government and how his relationship with co-leaders differs.
Christopher Luxon reflects on the Coalition's first year in power
Adam and Claire interview National Leader and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on the Coalition's first year in power. Video / Mark Mitchell
Opinion: Abuse survivors know how redress should work – will the Govt finally listen?
OPINION: Survivors of abuse in care are owed substantial redress for their injuries.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: We're having the Treaty debate - it’s either hysterical, or adult
OPINION: Labour also needs a cup of tea and lie down to calm their nerves.
Letters: House haka was boisterous but dignified
OPINION: 'Please fix both these major driving problems this year.'
‘Urgent’ texts with National staff after Andrew Bayly’s notorious ‘loser’ incident
Communications released after minister apologised for his behaviour last month.
'Got my support': PM stands by Erica Stanford after 'stupid bitch' comment
PM backs Erica Stanford, calls her a 'great minister' despite comment.
Matthew Hooton: Luxon completely out of his depth
OPINION: From economy to race relations to health, the PM has failed the leadership test.
Audrey Young: Shallow takes on Treaty hīkoi underestimate its power
OPINION: Change is coming – whether critics like it or not.
Letters: PM must show strong leadership on Treaty bill
OPINION: 'Should [PM] kill the bill now or endure six months of divisive discussion?'
Opinion: 'Missing in action' - Finance Minister Nicola Willis' first-year report card
OPINION: Willis has sent no clear message to the markets that hers is a Govt of low taxes.
‘Will see the wrath of te ao Māori’: Accusations, warnings in heated debate after hīkoi
It comes as standards in the House are up for debate.
Revealed: The man set to be New Zealand's next top cop
He takes over from Andrew Coster who stepped down last week to head new social agency.
Ryan Bridge: Hīkoi a masterclass in political branding from Te Pāti Māori
OPINION: Behind all the mud-slinging and nonsense, some interesting questions have arisen.
NZ ‘not at risk of civil war’, Luxon declares after protest, immense opposition to Treaty Principles Bill
He's called some "inflammatory language".
Willie Jackson: 'Nonsense' - this hīkoi is not just a Māori Party protest
OPINION: Everyone, from Labour, the Greens, the unions and every demographic represented.
Opinion: After 1000 days of war, Ukraine needs NZ to share our belief in victory – ambassador
OPINION: If Ukraine had been a Nato member 1000 days ago, it would not be at war.
Simon Wilson: Why the Solicitor-General should resign and the PM should scrap Act's Treaty bill
OPINION: Principles? How about we see some in the abuse-in-care response and Treaty bill?
Anaru Eketone: Why do we have to wait six months to kill Treaty bill?
OPINION: Why wait half a year for a bill which is going nowhere?
Health NZ costs for contractors and consultants soar by $80m over past year
Labour MP says healthcare quality suffering due to rising contractor costs and staff cuts.
Letters: Who wins in divisive Treaty debate? Is Parliament haka brave or intimidating?
OPINION: 'Is it now time for our Parliament to accept the occasional haka?'
Jason Walls: The haka haunting the Prime Minister, half a world from home
OPINION: At Apec, the talk of the town is Te Pāti Māori's haka in Parliament.
'He has a lot of time for NZ': Chris Luxon bids farewell to Joe Biden at gala
And the PM reveals a concern China's President raised with him during their meeting.
Shane Te Pou: 'Cowardly' Luxon outplayed by Act on Treaty bill
OPINION: The PM made the decisions that have caused so much fear and hurt.
Christopher Luxon meets Chinese President Xi Jinping
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met with China’s President Xi Jinping at the Asia-Pacific economic (Apec) summit in Peru today. Video / NZ Herald