OpinionA win for Labour and democracyIt is very much to Labour's credit that it has put in place a more democratic set of internal rules, writes Bryan Gould, and "that the outbreak of democracy now applies to the election of the leader."22 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Leadership battle shows protagonists' other sidesCunliffe supporters are now questioning what he did wrong, given there was no overt leadership challenge, writes Claire Trevett.21 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandCunliffe denies disloyalty to endDemoted MP David Cunliffe tried to persuade caucus colleagues he was not trying to undermine David Shearer's leadership in a brutal caucus meeting.20 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: It's bold, but Labour housing scheme looks do ableAny young Aucklander seeking to buy a first home, knows from bitter experience that the sainted "market" is failing to deliver homes they can afford, writes Brian Rudman.20 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionKiwi build solid base for future at lastEditorial: It sounds so simple it raises the question why the present Government has not done it, or the previous Government for that matter,20 Nov 04:29 PM
New ZealandCunliffe down but not outFormer allies of Labour MP David Cunliffe have pledged to support Labour leader David Shearer in today's caucus endorsement vote.19 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionJohn Armstrong: Rival gets message Shape up or ship out of LabourAnyone still pondering whether David Shearer is innately tough enough to cut it as a leader in the political rough-and-tumble now have their answer, writes John Armstrong.19 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Call for vote from caucus a mistakeEditorial: Strong performance will be David Shearer's only tool in riding out. David Cunliffe challenge. If he imagines the vote will see off a challenge from Cunliffe he is already disappointed.19 Nov 04:29 PM
New ZealandShearer calls caucus voteLabour leader David Shearer has called on his colleagues to endorse his leadership at a caucus vote tomorrow, which he says will show he has its support.19 Nov 03:01 AM
OpinionBryce EdwardsBryce Edwards: Political round-up: Labour's extraordinary conferenceBloodletting seems assured within the Labour Party, following a rather extraordinary annual conference, writes Bryce Edwards.19 Nov 01:13 AM
New ZealandCunliffe backs Shearer as crisis calmsDavid Cunliffe says he will support Labour leader David Shearer in any immediate caucus vote - but he will not rule out challenging for the leadership in February.18 Nov 07:24 PM
New ZealandShearer will call on caucusLabour's David Shearer will summon his caucus for a confidence vote on his leadership to nip David Cunliffe's ambitions in the bud, and open the way to discipline him.18 Nov 06:28 PM
OpinionJohn Armstrong: Labour has lessons for lemmings on self destructionTo liken Labour's capacity for damaging itself to that of lemmings might seem unkind to lemmings, writes John Armstrong.18 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandShearer's new directionLabour leader David Shearer has promised to take New Zealand “in a new direction” under his leadership, speaking at his party’s annual conference today.18 Nov 05:02 AM
OpinionJohn Armstrong: Shearer needs to act fast to secure his role as leaderCunliffe now needs the backing of only 13 other MPs in the 34-strong Labour caucus to trigger the first party-wide leadership election, writes John Armstrong.17 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandVote to unseat ShearerLabour MP David Cunliffe has left little doubt that he intends to overthrow David Shearer as Labour's leader.17 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandLabour votes for changeLabour leader David Shearer’s position is on precarious ground and his rival David Cunliffe is refusing to endorse him.17 Nov 03:58 AM
OpinionJohn Armstrong: Nats have fun with Cunliffe 'conspiracy'Labour's leadership woes are the gift for National that keeps on giving, writes John Armstrong. "But it will only keep on giving for as long as National is careful not to disturb the unhappy equilibrium."14 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandJosie Pagani: Standing her groundPolitical commentator Josie Pagani had a daunting entrance into politics.13 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionFran O'Sullivan: Shearer's vision can unite LabourDavid Shearer's vision is for a New Zealand known the world over for smart thinking and really smart businesses taking the world by storm, writes Fran O'Sullivan.13 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Shearer may need more timeLabour Party leader David Shearer is now assured of maximum public attention when he addresses the party's annual conference on Sunday.13 Nov 04:29 PM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitics wrap: Writing on wall for ShearerThe writing is on the wall for David Shearer. Or at least the writing is all over the blogosphere and pundit columns, says Dr Bryce Edwards.12 Nov 09:15 PM
New ZealandShearer plays down leadership rowLabour leader David Shearer is brushing off a crescendo of calls for him to step down by left-leaning bloggers and commentators, saying it is "nonsense".12 Nov 04:30 PM
