PoliticsMore than $160m to build 115 new classrooms, three new schools in CanterburyMinister says the community had been 'loud and clear' about the lack of space.28 May 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Real stress': Labour MP Ingrid Leary on retirement village payoutsThe law doesn't say when capital sums must be repaid, causing 'real stress': Ingrid Leary.28 May 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsInside texts between Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche and Minister Judith CollinsCollins shared a UK article titled 'under-peforming civil servants to be pushed out'.28 May 12:25 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Nicola Willis' choice of Budget day attire is a sideshow to policy debateOPINION: The Finance Minister's dress has become a distraction from her policies.27 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLuxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim BolgerThe ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandStroke and road crash victims being treated in corridors, says ED doctorShe says little has changed since last winter, which was 'brutal' for staff and patients.27 May 02:08 AM
PoliticsWellington kura celebrating ‘bittersweet’ $35m long-awaited upgrade 'We see the excellent results in our kura kaupapa – despite the buildings they are in.'27 May 01:02 AM
New Zealand'Pillorying colleagues': Wellington's Observer warns about party politics on councilA leaked memo warns councillors against “replicating Parliamentary party politics".26 May 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsInside the drop in violent crime: A return to crime patterns ... under Labour?The current trend in falling violent crime is consistent with the trend from 2018-2022.26 May 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Significant worry': New data reveals NZ's busiest EDs as winter nearsChristchurch's ED sees more than 400 patients daily, topping national figures.26 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsPay equity: Former National MP Marilyn Waring assembles 'people's select committee'Nanaia Mahuta, Sue Bradford, Jackie Blue and Jo Hayes are among those on the panel.26 May 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyHayden Wilson: Budget 2025 - A pass mark, with reservationsOpinion: Budget's bold tax move could spur business investment.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPatients ‘suffering’ after 1500 treated in corridors over 36 days at an Auckland EDStaff report a significant risk to patients' health – and even their lives.25 May 05:00 PM
Politics'Stay away from the jocks': Male National MPs conduct outfit checks in support of Nicola WillisNational MP Mike Butterick was careful to stop his caucus members from showing too much. 25 May 03:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Nicola Willis' Budget is pragmatic, ruthless but also generousOPINION: Many will understand the end game but find the means unacceptable.23 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Why Govt's hard tack right in Budget is a challenge for LabourOPINION: The Government shows its colours – and why Labour is in trouble. 23 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovernment changes tikanga course rules in law schools Labour is uncomfortable with the Government's approach to the issue. 23 May 06:56 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBudget Q&A: Audrey Young, Liam Dann and Jenée Tibshraeny answer your questionsOur business and politics experts tackle your burning Budget questions.22 May 09:10 PM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Watch - Finance Minister speaks on Budget, flagship policyNicola Willis speaks after a challenging and controversial Budget.22 May 08:07 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Nicola Willis post-Budget eventNicola Willis' post-Budget event in Wellington.Watch22 May 06:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Budget reveals we’re going broke faster than we knewOPINION: Gross debt is projected to increase by $73b, reaching $283b by 2029.22 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: David Seymour almost had it rightOPINION: Savings from pay equity decisions were way in excess of other savings.22 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandBudget 2025: Every budget item in one interactiveUse the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.22 May 02:41 AM
New ZealandPay equity, KiwiSaver and housing: Where the Govt cut $21bThe pay equity changes have saved the Government almost $13b.22 May 02:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBenno Blaschke: Breaking up supermarkets won't solve competition issuesOPINION: Regulatory barriers to entry should be considered as an alternative.21 May 09:00 PM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori MP proposes bill requiring MPs to uphold Te Tiriti principles'It’s not left or right. This is the foundation of us moving together ...'21 May 05:13 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionToby Moore: Why debt ceiling fears are overblownOPINION: Finance Minister Willis warned last Tuesday of nearing NZ's debt ceiling.21 May 03:13 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGovernment's Regulatory Standards Bill to cost $20m per yearAnd the agency responsible for it has been unable to estimate the value it brings.21 May 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanWhy failure to compromise on Te Pāti Māori MPs' punishment bodes ill for ParliamentOPINION: Someone in Parliament needs to step up and find a compromise. 20 May 05:00 PM
WorldAustralia's opposition coalition falls apart after election bloodbathThe Coalition split after failed talks between the Nationals and Liberals.20 May 05:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Obey the rules, Government tells Te Pāti Māori, but what about pay equity rules?OPINION: Rules can be used against those without power.20 May 03:48 AM
Politics'Psychological warfare': Shock move pushes out Te Pāti Māori haka punishment verdictParliament's Privileges Committee recommended suspending three Te Pāti Māori MPs.20 May 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTe Pāti Māori voices in Parliament on Budget day in doubt after compromise talks failA fiery debate is likely in Parliament today on how Te Pāti Māori MPs should be punished.19 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLuxon backtracks after 'unhelpful' claim of 100 Uber-driving doctorsHealth NZ is seeking interest from overseas doctors in an effort to boost GP numbers.19 May 05:00 PM
