PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Coalition enters crucial month for survivalOPINION: Tensions between NZ First and National risk a snap election.30 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis lashes out at ‘confused’ Winston Peters, suggests coalition breach after Iran war emails releasedThe Herald revealed the emails this morning.30 Apr 02:58 AM
Ryan Bridge TODAYCoalition crisis is a problem for Luxon - not PetersA coalition in crisis after Peters' office released OIA docs showing Luxon's people wanted to go further in supporting Trump's war in Iran. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch29 Apr 10:40 PM
PremiumOpinionFormer Today FM boss calls Christopher Luxon a coward for ditching Tova O'Brien interviews26 Apr 11:35 PM
PremiumPoliticsBarry Soper memoir: Veteran political journalist calls Ardern an 'imposter'24 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumEconomyBusinesses unconcerned about consequences of NZ failing to uphold its end of the India FTA23 Apr 06:42 AM
PremiumAnalysisThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Peters isn't about to walk away from Govt, but sometimes it feels that way23 Apr 04:55 AM
PoliticsNZ First's Jones apologises for comment about Willis' weight loss, Peters says 'unacceptable'23 Apr 04:21 AM
PoliticsWatch: National whip speaks regarding Herald report he tried to contact PM about flagging supportWatch22 Apr 02:57 AM
PoliticsNational whip stands by denial he tried to contact Christopher Luxon over flagging support22 Apr 02:52 AM
PoliticsLuxon fires up at Peters: NZ First responsible for PM Jacinda ArdernThe Prime Minister says Winston Peters is trying to 'scaremonger'.22 Apr 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Disgruntled Nats had their chance, now they're left with one path to the electionOPINION: Christopher Luxon's failed to show the ruthlessness of previous Prime Ministers.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessIndia FTA set for signing, Labour flags $34b investment riskThe Trade Minister believes the agreement will end up getting Labour's support.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPM Christopher Luxon remains National leader after caucus confidence voteKatie Bradford speaks to the New Zealand Herald’s chief political reporter, Jamie Ensor, about Christopher Luxon’s vote of confidence.Watch21 Apr 02:28 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Could a leadership coup be National's only way to avoid a wipeout?OPINION: Modelling suggests a 9% swing could cost National up to 18 electorate seats.20 Apr 11:54 PM
PoliticsTim van de Molen says Luxon has his supportNational MP for Waikato Tim van de Molen says Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has his support. Video / NZ HeraldWatch20 Apr 08:48 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday April 20, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Unprecedented downpour in Wellington and China's concerns over New Zealand Defence Force operations in North Asia | Monday April 20, 2026Watch20 Apr 01:00 AM
Politics'Moaning and frustrated': Luxon says five disgruntled National MPs behind leaksMPs have arrived in Wellington for another sitting week.19 Apr 07:55 PM
PoliticsPoll: Coalition would lose power if election held todayThe next few days are seen as crucial by insiders. 19 Apr 06:18 AM
PoliticsExclusive: Government quietly agrees to repeal number of Treaty references in lawsMinisters made the decision but until now hadn't told the public.19 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday April 17, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Claims the Prime Minister’s leadership is on the rocks and police are in the early stages of reviewing Auckland's DNA database| Friday April 17, 2026Watch17 Apr 03:15 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: PM's limited options as he stares down toughest fortnight of his leadershipANALYSIS: More MPs appear to be leaking caucus business over their breakfast. 17 Apr 12:09 AM
New ZealandNZ's top exporters call on Parliament to back FTA with IndiaThe letter described the FTA as a 'strategic necessity' but NZ First disagrees.13 Apr 05:14 AM
Politics'Most New Zealanders would understand': Luxon on Government's limited fuel supportThe Prime Minister wouldn't commit to widening support.07 Apr 02:35 AM
PoliticsLabour claims 'jobs for mates' as National election candidate appointed to Sport NZ boardThe candidate accepted it was a case of 'unfortunate' timing.07 Apr 02:27 AM
PoliticsNational fails to clear 30% in latest poll results as NZ First surgesThe latest political poll results have been released.06 Apr 11:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Luxon deals out punishment after week of instabilityOPINION: After a week of instability, the PM dramatically reshuffled his Cabinet.02 Apr 03:32 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Winston Peters sharpens populist pitch for kingmaker roleOPINION: Winston Peters is on track to decide the next Government.01 Apr 02:00 AM
PoliticsFrom 2 million to 1.6 million to 1.4 million ... Auckland's housing plan cut again The Government has cut its housing forecast for Auckland. 30 Mar 11:03 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: U-turn is a win for the small fishOPINION: Politicians were quick to take credit, but it was public pressure that worked.26 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Govt's oil-crisis response slick so far – but the real test is comingOPINION: The PM's one misstep is his repeated claim that fuel stocks are 'healthy'.25 Mar 11:55 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt says thousands more eligible for temporary tax credits thanks to changes. Are you one of them?See how much you can get from the Government's cost of living relief with our calculator. 24 Mar 11:19 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNEW POLL: Is Luxon or Hipkins going better off the war? | Ryan Bridge TODAYNZ Herald political editor Thomas Coughlan discusses exclusive poll results. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch24 Mar 06:36 PM