WorldPolice swarm Columbia University to clear pro-Palestinian protestersPolice carrying riot shields clear Ivy League campus, arrest dozens.01 May 07:19 AM
New ZealandCouncil faces big byelection bills after three reps quit, one diesCosts to fill the empty seats could hit up to $83,600.24 Apr 05:03 PM
New ZealandTalking point: Communities at the heart of restoring trustOPINION: National social cohesion approaches seldom work. Local efforts are vital.20 Apr 11:48 PM
WorldWhat you need to know about the world’s largest democratic electionIndia has a population of over 1.4 billion people and close to 970 million voters.20 Apr 12:36 AM
WorldIndia begins world’s largest election as Modi seeks third termNearly 970 million people will vote — more than 10 per cent of the world’s population.19 Apr 07:16 AM
New Zealand'Truly disturbing': Ex-mayor slams commission’s request to Simeon Brown for hybrid council'There is genuine concern that history may repeat itself' - report.17 Apr 05:03 PM
PoliticsMeta changes could stifle democracy'A chilling effect on politics' - what Meta's latest policy means for democracy.07 Apr 05:00 PM
World'Threat to democracy': Former Trump officials warn against his return to powerAs Trump seeks presidency again, people who served in his administration speak out.06 Apr 12:10 AM
New ZealandLobby group claims commission is ‘trampling over local democracy’Tolley said she would prefer hybrid local governance because democracy sometimes fails.05 Apr 01:41 AM
New ZealandRotorua or Katikati: Where should the Bay's next regional park go?If approved, the parks could preserve public green spaces in perpetuity.04 Apr 09:03 PM
New ZealandDemocracy 'at times ... fails': Tolley backs 'hybrid' model ahead of city election'Angst' in Tauranga as elections approach, 'old guard' angle for re-election.03 Apr 10:23 PM
New ZealandCalls grow for minister to curb Tauranga commission's powersWhat Local Government Minister Simeon Brown said in response.02 Apr 04:03 PM
OpinionChlöe Swarbrick: A country is not a company and a PM is not a CEOOPINION: We are living in the consequences of decisions made by human beings.02 Apr 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Ministerial roles a tangled forestOPINION: It's time to do some serious pruning.27 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Drastic infrastructure overhaul needed; always wear a seatbelt on a flightOPINION: 'Seat belts should be mandatory on all aircraft at all times'.15 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsUS diplomat abandons speech - what she would have saidProtests inside and outside the building derail US Aukus official's speech.08 Mar 04:24 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyDo you want Māori or just their haka? - Alice SoperOPINION: The Poua were heard by those who needed it before the translated outrage hit.06 Mar 01:22 AM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: Newshub's collapse and shifting into a PR democracy of distrustOPINION: There’s also a likely big winner from the demise of Newshub.01 Mar 02:28 AM
Opinion'A disaster': Newshub closure huge loss for democracyComment: The announcement of Newshub's closure has sent shockwaves through the industry.28 Feb 09:29 PM
New ZealandWhat's next for the chop in Govt's health reforms sights?Health Minister Shane Reti plans to scrap another key part of the Health NZ reforms.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFailed bid to have newly elected council monitored revealedBut those behind it are considering trying again.28 Feb 04:00 PM
Media InsiderNewshub closure: Warner Bros boss fronts; PM reacts; Star's morale-boosting speechThere are 'a lot of devastated staff', a senior journalist said.28 Feb 03:56 AM
Kahu'One of darkest weeks for te ao Māori': Reti should hang head in shame, says JacksonMāori agree this is one of the darkest weeks in our political history.27 Feb 08:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Cross': Tolley says she did not have 'anything to do with' disinviting election event speakerA council executive says she made the call to change the event speaker – and stands by it.22 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: A letter to all AmericansOPINION: When Donald Trump became president, most of us living in democracies shuddered.18 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil cans ratepayer leader's speech invitation after critical survey'I just don’t know what the hell’s going on.'17 Feb 04:03 PM
PoliticsAct launches campaign to twist National's arm on Treaty referendumThe Act Party has begun a campaign to goad National into backing a Treaty vote.06 Feb 10:43 PM
PoliticsHow the coalition Govt intends to face Māoridom at WaitangiThousands are set to converge on Waitangi to hear what the Government has to say.02 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsChina v Crusher Collins: Beijing lashes out over NZ positionThe embassy has responded strongly to a joint NZ-Oz statement criticising China.02 Feb 04:10 AM
New ZealandHīkoi from Cape Reinga to Waitangi about fighting for Te TiritiOrganisers expect this hīkoi will be large and loud to protect the Treaty of Waitangi.23 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Huge vacuum': Can democracy survive 2024?FT: A record 2 billion people are set to go to the polls as autocracy spreads worldwide.10 Jan 09:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaula BennettPaula Bennett: Are we becoming too American?OPINION: Is the political gap between left and right supporters becoming unbridgeable?06 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldMaine bars Trump from presidential ballotIt follows a December ruling by Colorado Supreme Court that booted Trump from its ballot.29 Dec 12:30 AM
