PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovernment's ban on new fossil-fuel power plants questionedOfficials questioned the need to ban something that was unlikely to happen anyway.23 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupPolitical football: Which New Zealand politicians would make the First XV?With so much focus on the All Blacks, what about the best of NZ's politicians?20 Oct 08:24 AM
Politics'Avoid speculation': Winston Peters makes quiet return to WellingtonThe NZ First leader is avoiding media ahead of the special vote count.18 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsGreens welcome what could be a record number of MPsBut the co-leaders are uncertain if they will be around for the full term.18 Oct 02:15 AM
Politics'Get out of my way': NZ First leader ignores questions as he arrives in WellingtonWinston Peters remained silent as journalists plied him with questions upon his arrival.18 Oct 01:58 AM
New ZealandExplainer: Why does it take so long to count special votes?The final election result will be declared on November 3.17 Oct 04:57 AM
New ZealandCoalition of climate chaos? Where National, Act and NZ First differ on emissionsPre-election, Christopher Luxon said climate pledges were not up for negotiation.16 Oct 08:10 PM
OpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Green MP should reconsider snub to Mike HoskingTamatha Paul says the broadcaster can be hurtful to communities she represents.16 Oct 03:05 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Post-election hangover delivers Luxon NZ First question, and Hipkins leadership speculationOPINION: There is already speculation about who might line up to replace Chris Hipkins.15 Oct 07:41 PM
PoliticsCovid lockdowns or policy bonfires? What caused Labour's vote to plummetIt was a blue wave across the country, with significant gains for the minor parties.15 Oct 12:48 AM
New ZealandNew Ōtaki MP Tim Costley humbled by result'I don't know if all the emotions have sunk in.'15 Oct 12:14 AM
New ZealandNational, Labour, Act, Greens, Te Pāti Māori and NZ First environment policies comparedWhere do parties stand on freshwater and conservation? We compare the policies.11 Oct 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe new MPs in the class of 2023, and who will be gone with the turning of the red tideLabour is set to lose several current MPs and ministers.11 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Polls should be giving National the night terrorsOPINION: Has National torpedoed itself by trying to scuttle Winston Peters' waka?11 Oct 06:34 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: After the election - another electionOPINION: A likely outcome of the election is another election.10 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsByelection and overhang explained: How much bigger could the next Parliament be?A death on the campaign has highlighted some confusing aspects of our electoral law.10 Oct 04:31 AM
LiveNew ZealandLive: Luxon accuses Labour, union 'mates' of disinformation campaignPort Waikato is a safe National seat, held by MP Andrew Bayly.10 Oct 02:03 AM
LivePoliticsHipkins on NZ response to Israel attack; Luxon talks tough on gangsChristopher Luxon is visiting Rangiora today while Chris Hipkins is in Auckland.09 Oct 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Political parties on home straight will cast off subtle tactical ploysOPINION: Anything is possible when all MMP parties have their country’s welfare at heart.08 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAudrey Young: Can Labour win from here? There is a narrow pathA swing of 90,000 people could shift current polling predictions, says a data expert.08 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsMinor parties face off in debate as new poll puts NZ First as kingmakerTwo polls in two days have put NZ First above 5 per cent and back in Parliament.05 Oct 05:35 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Early voting starts, have your say in the best way for youOPINION: Our editorial on early voting as the official voting period begins.02 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessElection 2023 and tech: Only big idea from each of the main partiesWhat's missing.01 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Hipkins chips away away at late election openingOPINION: The Labour leader has shown fight in the latest debate but will it be enough?28 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore roads or more cycleways? We compare the parties' transport policiesThe Greens wants to build light rail in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.27 Sep 04:00 PM
PoliticsGreen Party pledges to double Best Start paymentThe Greens will double the Best Start payment and make it for all children under 3.26 Sep 03:14 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson on the political contest of style, substance and saving livesOPINION: From Viaduct lunches to saving lives, this election has it all.25 Sep 04:00 PM
PoliticsNational-Act would need NZ First; Luxon surges ahead in preferred PM - pollNational and Act's 60 seats would need NZ First to govern in new poll.25 Sep 05:22 AM
New ZealandTukituki attracts the most candidates for General ElectionAll up, 27 candidates are vying for your votes on October 14.18 Sep 02:50 AM
New ZealandWatch: Major parties face off in rural issues debateThe debate will focus on the issues affecting New Zealanders outside major city centres.14 Sep 06:30 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGreens co-leader: Beer, pool and how the 'geeks' will take over the EarthWatch James Shaw take to the pool table for the first time in 12 years.13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWho’s running the election campaigns - and what have they got to spend?Why David Seymour says his punt on pink is working.11 Sep 05:00 PM
PoliticsOn the campaign trail: Luxon talks up policies for older Kiwis; Hipkins visits dentistNational unveils its health policy, Labour releases pledge card as Greens, Act push cases.11 Sep 03:54 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Labour in most need of a change of fortuneAs polls show National in the driver's seat, its plans and approaches need more scrutiny.10 Sep 05:00 PM