PoliticsWhy the Government and Māori are divided over Treaty principlesOn the Tiles returns for 2024, discussing the issue set to dominate politics this year.26 Jan 03:52 AM
New ZealandCourt date set for Kiri Allan's trialShe will appear at Wellington District Court for a judge-alone trial.26 Jan 02:49 AM
New ZealandLuxon announces Cabinet reshuffle, Seymour made Associate Justice Minister responsible for Treaty billThe Prime Minister says the reshuffle “further clarifies" ministers’ responsibilities.26 Jan 02:28 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Luxon starts 2024 as the great unifier ... of MāoriOPINION: The PM probably wishes he'd never heard of the Treaty Principles Bill.25 Jan 11:27 PM
PoliticsInvestigation finds Cabinet paper accidentally leaked from Oranga Tamariki to union representativeThe investigation concluded before Christmas but the findings are coming out now.25 Jan 05:14 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTransport Minister meets with Super Fund, as Government puts cash for roads on agendaThe new Government is looking to to tap the Fund for investment.25 Jan 04:39 AM
New ZealandCouncils send strong message of support at RātanaMayor Andy Watson offered his help to place the views of Māoridom before the Government.25 Jan 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNZ officials were advising on Gaza ceasefire in NovemberMFAT offered advice on ceasefire to the caretaker Government.24 Jan 09:51 PM
PoliticsDocuments suggest minister wants to freeze cigarette excise tax - she denies itCasey Costello has a lot of ideas about the regulation of tobacco, many controversial.24 Jan 07:44 PM
PoliticsFear of Treaty ‘meddling’ central to Govt’s Rātana challenge as Waitangi Day beckonsThis year's Rātana may have seen the first politician get booed on the marae.24 Jan 06:15 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Red Sea deployment naivety; the right to die with dignityOPINION: 'We put animals down because it’s the humane thing to do.'24 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsWhy NZ is sending Defence Force personnel to Red Sea"What are the consequences of inaction?"24 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLuxon memo to speechwriter: Make it dullOPINION: There were some fireworks at Ratana, but not involving the PM.24 Jan 06:18 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLethal aid on the table as new Government gets ready to break Ukraine funding droughtThe Government will unveil a new round of assistance to Ukraine.24 Jan 04:25 AM
Politics'I don’t mind the provocation': PM speaks on Treaty Principles BillLuxon said there was a “range of views and feelings and people are free to express it”.24 Jan 03:44 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDerek ChengThe Treaty principles bill appears to be DOA before it’s even writtenAnalysis: Contentious bill will go no further than select committee stage.23 Jan 05:00 PM
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
Inflation'Still under pressure': Economists share what 2024 may hold for KiwisOne economist is unsure whether the Government's tax cuts can be delivered.23 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsLabour, Greens warn of escalating risks as Govt deploys military to Red SeaFears NZ getting bogged down in Middle East conflict.23 Jan 06:30 AM
PoliticsNZ sending Defence Force team to Middle East to provide maritime security in Red SeaPrime Minister Christopher Luxon announced the military deployment today.23 Jan 05:20 AM
Politics'Awakened the taniwha': PM expecting strong challenges from Māori at RātanaTwo of the three coalition partners will be attending the annual Rātana celebrations.23 Jan 05:15 AM
New ZealandSurf Life Saving NZ appeal for funds as beach crowds hit pre-Covid levelsThe hot weather has led to packed beaches across NZ, but lifeguards are feeling the heat.22 Jan 11:33 PM
KahuHuge turnout for Hui-ā-Motu 'no surprise'Whanganui iwi travelled to Tūrangawaewae just “to be there”.22 Jan 10:28 PM
KahuGovernment 'committed to relationship that Treaty of Waitangi promises''We want to do more to deliver for Māori. And we’re getting on with the work to do that.'22 Jan 09:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Empathy, accountability and abuse in shoplifting accusationsOPINION: Some rules for good behaviour in the bad world of politics.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Unmasking Covid complacency; one school uniform for all of NZOPINION: For those over 60, Covid can be debilitating and lethal.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDerek Cheng: Political battle lines are being drawnPolitics is taking centre stage again after a summer hiatus. What are the key issues?22 Jan 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialFifth Covid wave hits new high in NZ as Govt looks at ending free RATsOPINION: Covid-19 levels have surged to their highest levels since NZ's fifth wave began.21 Jan 04:00 PM
KahuUrgent inquiry granted into plans to end Māori Health AuthorityThe claim says Māori would be prejudicially affected by the move.21 Jan 02:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy the Kiingitanga national hui is an opportunity for unityOPINION: Shane Te Pou says the hui represents an opportunity to change direction.20 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsMāori King calls for hope over protest while dismissing Govt Treaty billIt was estimated more than 10,000 people from across the country attended the hui.20 Jan 05:51 AM
New ZealandSimeon Brown disappointed councils failed to provide water shortage info"Both mayors failed to respond", says the minister.19 Jan 11:22 PM
PoliticsGreens and Māori parties criticise Chris Luxon’s non-attendance at huiThe PM planned not to attend the hui, saying its 'not actually a political event per se'.19 Jan 08:42 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeState tenants' soaring debt: one man owes $48k in rentTotal arrears have risen by 800 per cent since 2019 to $21 million.19 Jan 04:00 PM
