WorldTrump plans to move homeless 'far' from Washington amid false crime claims'I’m going to make our capital safer and more beautiful than it ever was before.'10 Aug 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Swarbrick believing she is the only solution for a better NZ is extremely naiveOPINION: We need more protection against nefarious property developers, writes a reader.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier electorate expanded to take communities from TukitukiPākōwhai, Waiohiki, Fernhill, Ōmahu and rural areas such as Crownthorpe move to Napier.10 Aug 12:37 AM
New ZealandSilly Hat Party, clowns, ‘Mullet Muzz’: The quirky vision for local body hopefuls One candidate is running for mayor in two places at opposite ends of the South Island.08 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay elections guide: 114 candidates and some fierce competition aheadThe most contested seat is in Hastings-Havelock North, with 17 candidates for seven seats.05 Aug 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tāmaki Makaurau's byelection is really about Willie Jackson and John TamihereOPINION: Willie Jackson and John Tamihere are key behind the scenes.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: NCEA doesn't set our kids up for the real worldOPINION: Before a big review, there are some small changes to make before 2026.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Despite Trump's tariffs, we continue to produce world-class meat, dairy and wineOPINION: If you want to vote, make an effort, argues one reader.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal elections see candidate shortage as voter turnout concerns growCandidate shortages may decrease already low voter turnout in local elections.03 Aug 05:03 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Govt trying to change rules as it faces prospect of election defeatOPINION: The Government shouldn't try to exclude the 100,000 voters it doesn't like02 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why are councils needing to woo local-body election nominations?Opinion: Crippling rate could be behind the cooling of election-candidates' enthusiasm.28 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldNae Trump: Scots deploy wit, bite, and bagpipes against US visitor'Scotland hated Trump before it was cool' read one sign at the weekend.27 Jul 11:12 PM
New ZealandPM defends voting law change despite disenfranchisement concernsThe Government has scrapped same-day enrolment for elections.27 Jul 10:23 PM
New ZealandWhy Hipkins believes smaller parties shouldn't 'call the shots' under MMPHe plans to announce Labour's new tax policy by the end of the year.27 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: It's time to fully review our local government structureOPINION: But any changes must be the right ones for the right reasons.25 Jul 05:00 PM
Politics'Significant, but necessary': Major election changes announcedThe changes include ending same-day enrolment for voters.24 Jul 01:46 AM
WorldJudge denies Justice Department's bid to unseal Epstein transcriptsThe Justice Department sought to release the records amid political pressure.23 Jul 08:13 PM
WorldTrump administration probes Harvard's foreign student programmeThe university's Exchange Visitor Programme is under investigation.23 Jul 06:33 PM
WorldProtests erupt over bill limiting Ukraine's anti-corruption agenciesProtesters wanted Zelenskyy to veto the bill, but a news report said he had signed it.22 Jul 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can citizens’ assemblies improve local government decision-making?OPINION: Whanganui's council paid 40 people $500 to come up with a recommendation or two.22 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandHe's NZ's longest-serving councillor – and he's not done yetRotorua's Trevor Maxwell will go beyond 50 years as a councillor if re-elected.17 Jul 08:33 PM
PoliticsPeeni Henare hits back at Te Pāti Māori 'greedy' byelection contest claimHenare won't say yet whether he'll contest Tāmaki Makaurau in the 2026 general election. 15 Jul 12:55 AM
New ZealandTeen's 900km ride for Māori wards ends with cheers at ParliamentHe delivered a support letter to Parliament, and was greeted by Chris Hipkins.14 Jul 12:34 AM
PoliticsPeeni Henare selected as Labour's candidate in Tāmaki MakaurauHenare, who previously served as the Auckland seat's MP, faces off with Oriini Kaipara.13 Jul 02:08 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Dastardly deed in dead of night': Ex-Nats president slams Govt on pay equity Sue Wood says she feels disconnected from the current party's direction.11 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldFormer leader in solitary cell after being arrested againYoon sent soldiers to parliament on December 3 to stop a martial law vote.10 Jul 02:36 AM
New ZealandThe amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?09 Jul 09:20 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBryce Wilkinson: A response to sincerely held concerns about the Regulatory Standards BillOPINION: Parliament hears submissions this week on the bill.09 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandTaxpayers' Union, Māori data scientist among Regulatory Standards Bill submittersTania Waikato criticised the bill as a threat to democracy, highlighting safety issues.08 Jul 06:05 PM
OpinionOpinion: The ‘big, beautiful bill’ is being enacted in an ugly wayRepublicans unveiled a 940-page bill just before midnight local time last Friday.01 Jul 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: Regulatory Standards Bill undermines democratic processOPINION: Some 88% of 22,821 submissions opposed the bill outright.29 Jun 03:00 AM
WorldTrying to be heard: One homeowner's political stage is her front lawnTired of posting her views on social media, Diana Vidutis' home is draped with messages.24 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldAndrew Cuomo wants to be New York’s mayor. Do Democrats want him back?Voters are divided over Cuomo’s past and his promise to counter Trump.24 Jun 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'More powerful than penalties': New ombudsman's vision for changeThe new Ombudsman has been in his role for just 12 weeks.22 Jun 05:00 PM
