PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why Act’s reinterpretation of the Treaty falls shortTreaty debate highlights tension between co-governance and self-determination in NZ politics.27 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuHorizons formally opposes Treaty Principles BillHorizons Regional Council votes to oppose the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.27 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuHow Te Pāti Māori aims to unite opposition against current GovernmentTe Pāti Māori seeks united opposition to oust 'cruel' government.19 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBloods gang added to patch ban list after initially being missed outAlso added to the list is Auckland's TwoEight Brotherhood, taking the total to 37 gangs.19 Dec 02:25 AM
OpinionOpinion: Why the haka protest marked a pivotal moment in NZ politicsYoung leaders drove the massive hīkoi, emphasising empowerment and unity in Aotearoa.18 Dec 08:48 PM
Kahu'This bill kills': Activists disrupt Parliament over fast-track bill350 Aotearoa decry bill as 'anti-democratic, anti-climate'.17 Dec 05:27 PM
EntertainmentElton John thinks legalising marijuana 'one of the greatest mistakes of all time'Time's Icon of the Year, the singer revealed he made 'terrible decisions' while on drugs.12 Dec 10:42 PM
New ZealandPet bonds, no-cause evictions legislation passesThe bill amends the Residential Tenancies Act.12 Dec 06:49 AM
New ZealandBeen drinking coffee at your hairdressers? That's illegalA new bill would make it legal to serve drinks at hair salons.27 Nov 08:04 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDo Māori have rights other New Zealanders don’t have?The issue has been brought into sharp focus by the Treaty Principles Bill. 25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch banThe new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.22 Nov 05:00 PM
KahuOpinion: It's hard when you become a minority in the land of your fathersOPINION: Once proud and hard-working, most Māori have no meaningful mahi.22 Nov 02:15 AM
PoliticsMinister 'cannot take personal responsibility' for inappropriate actions in youth boot campsIt follows concerns about use-of-force powers being given to staff. 21 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne's speed limit changes under threat as Govt shifts gearsGisborne implemented reduced speed limits in July, supported by public consultation.21 Nov 03:14 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: 'Cowardly' Luxon outplayed by Act on Treaty billOPINION: The PM made the decisions that have caused so much fear and hurt.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandStalking to become illegal in NZ, punishable by up to five years’ jailThe new law will define stalking as a pattern of behaviours in a 12-month period.10 Nov 07:41 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandComment: The challenges facing co-governanceThe Rotorua co-governance discussion echoes broader debates within NZ and overseas.31 Oct 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlan McDonald: Holidays Act reform – let’s get it done once, and done rightOPINION: The Holidays Act has long been in need of reform.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore cops on public transport in Auckland after fatal stabbing – ministerGovernment also looking at law change to further protect public.25 Oct 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFraud, theft and luxury cars: Every lawyer struck off in the past five yearsWhen struck off, a lawyer cannot hold a practising certificate or practise law in NZ.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTweaked fast-track bill still ‘heavily weighted against environment’ – criticParliament’s environment committee released its report today.18 Oct 07:46 AM
New ZealandTikanga Māori battle at NZ law schools: Senior KC slams 'activist judiciary'Gary Judd KC says having tikanga in NZ law is 'very damaging, socially and economically'.15 Oct 07:39 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBishop bows out of fast-track decision involving Winton LandHow ministers managed potential conflicts of interest choosing projects for fast-tracking.11 Oct 03:55 AM
PoliticsEmergency management roadmap due early next yearThe roadmap will precede new emergency management legislation.09 Oct 04:30 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomMood of the Boardroom: Seymour strikes right note with CEOsBut there are some concerns, including over the Act leader’s new Ministry of Regulation.02 Oct 03:59 PM
Politics‘Quite sickening’: Opposition cries foul over ‘perplexing’ decision with controversial legislation'We are seeing people's democratic rights being ridden over roughshod.'26 Sep 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsParliament sets itself free, and gives security guards greater powersParliament, not the Government, will decide how much money it needs.13 Sep 05:43 AM
PoliticsWaitangi Tribunal report condemns ministers’ meeting with seafood repsIf law change proceeds, it would 'significantly endanger the Māori-Crown relationship'.12 Sep 11:59 PM
New ZealandEstimate suggests $4m cost to progress Treaty Principles BillACT Party leader David Seymour is dismissing the analysis, calling it fabricated.11 Sep 09:04 PM
Kahu400 church leaders sign open letter to vote down Seymour's Treaty Principles BillHundreds have signed a letter against the 'divisive' bill.08 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Silencing of Shane Jones an easy first test of coalition discipline stepsShane Jones has been quietened - but a few in National quietly agree with his views.06 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: Time to break up the supermarket duopolyOPINION: New Zealanders have some of the most expensive groceries in the world.06 Sep 04:39 AM
KahuChris Hipkins claims 'Māori did not cede sovereignty’Labour leader: 'That doesn’t mean that the Crown doesn’t have sovereignty now.'26 Aug 06:22 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: A traffic light system could apply to others' behavioursOPINION: What if Kiwis scored political parties with a green, orange, red barometer?26 Aug 05:05 PM