New ZealandKaye steps up attacks on ArdernNational has stepped up its attacks on Labour's biggest weapon, Jacinda Ardern.15 Mar 04:10 AM
New ZealandPM on tax cuts: 'Something will be covered'Adjusting tax brackets is part of the discussion.12 Mar 07:40 PM
OpinionFactoring in Peters puts English in clearEDITORIAL: Conceding the super policy on post-election negotiations with Winston Peters could be the Bill English' smartest move of all.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLeggett scraps plans to run for ParliamentNick Leggett says he has decided against running for Parliament in Mana.09 Mar 09:45 PM
OpinionRachel SmalleyQuestion many politicians won't answerCOMMENT: Why do so many politicians quibble when it comes to a simple question?08 Mar 08:12 PM
New ZealandSuper proposal kicks off generation warProposed changes to superannuation in New Zealand have inflamed resentment between Baby boomers and younger generations.07 Mar 02:45 AM
New ZealandUnder-45 Nat MPs back higher pension ageTwo Cabinet Ministers won't get their pension until age 67. But they're OK with it, saying they are likely to live longer.06 Mar 11:06 PM
OpinionNational bungled super age announcementCOMMENT: Bill English and team made a hash of announcing the plan to lift the eligibility age for superannuation.06 Mar 05:11 PM
New ZealandSuper shift hinges on electionThe Prime Minister's proposal to lift the retirement age has been rejected by National's likely coalition partners and opponents.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsNZ Super change divides localsNational Party has stunned its critics with a plan for national superannuation.06 Mar 04:15 AM
OpinionSuper change should not wait 20 yearsLabour's leader passes up a chance to update the superannuation age.06 Mar 02:16 AM
New ZealandEnglish rules out means-testing for SuperBill English remains tight-lipped about possible changes to Super, but has ruled out means-testing or changing the way it is paid.05 Mar 07:49 PM
OpinionRetirement age: The problem with politicsCOMMENT: The retirement age debate shows politics is frustrating, says Rachel Smalley. Parties have to do what they can to be elected, but they should be authentic.05 Mar 07:07 PM
New ZealandSuper age lift not enough: expertsThe Government will need to do more for New Zealand Super if its rising costs are to be managed, experts say.05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandConservatives protest exclusion from debateNo room for the Conservatives or The Opportunities Party at first debate.05 Mar 04:48 AM
New ZealandLawyer and seaman to replace John KeyLawyer and former naval officer Christopher Penk has been chosen to replace John Key as National's candidate in the Helensville electorate.03 Mar 04:21 AM
OpinionWhy it's sad Jacinda Ardern is attractiveCOMMENT: She has authenticity, credibility, intelligence and potential. Yet so many people reduce Ardern simply to her looks, says Rachel Smalley.01 Mar 05:24 PM
PoliticsAt least four vie for Napier seatLabour's Stuart Nash will be up against three or more others in race for seat in Parliament27 Feb 05:05 PM
KahuBattle begins for Ikaroa-RawhitiHousing shortages are likely to dominate the political conversation as the election looms27 Feb 04:32 PM
New ZealandEnglish defends net migration levelsPrime Minister Bill English is defending the latest increase in net migration and says he is not looking at curbing demand.27 Feb 04:28 AM
New ZealandTime for a political check-upIsaac Davison takes the pulse of the parties to reveal who is in good health and who is a dead man walking.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Super under threat, warns Peters"If anyone thinks it is going to be safe after this election, then they had better think again," The NZ First leader says.24 Feb 04:06 AM
New ZealandLawrence Yule successful in National bidHastings mayor Lawrence Yule is the National Party candidate for Tukituki.21 Feb 09:57 AM
New ZealandDrop for National but English strong: pollFormer Prime Minister John Key is consigned to a distant memory as PM Bill English inherits almost all of Key's support in new poll.19 Feb 04:54 AM
Small BusinessWatch: About those tax cuts Mr Joyce...After his first major speech as Finance Minister, Steven Joyce talks to Liam Dann about economics, social investment and the odds of tax cuts in the upcoming budget.17 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsYule 'should have been more upfront'Ratepayers are set to pay between $90,000 and $100,000 if Hastings mayor Lawrence Yule is selected as the National Party's Tukituki 15 Feb 04:31 PM
New ZealandO'Connor laughing to ballot boxCOMMENT: Peter Dunne's time in Parliament may be coming to an end.14 Feb 10:53 PM
PoliticsAvondale, Mt Roskill to get more housesAvondale and Mt Roskill could be next in line for large-scale housing projects, the Government says.13 Feb 04:13 AM
New ZealandVoting in Mt Albert starts todayAdvance voting kicks off in the Mt Albert by-election today, but one of the main candidates is worried no one will turn up.12 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandJohn Key: 'Max didn't want me to go'John Key says the decision to resign as Prime Minister was the hardest of his life.08 Feb 05:04 PM
PropertyMortgage limits delayed, but not off the table — JoyceThe Government remains unconvinced about a proposal to put a cap on how much money households can borrow for a mortgage.08 Feb 03:09 AM
New ZealandJohn Key pops into ParliamentFormer Prime Minister John Key is back at Parliament - for a limited time.07 Feb 12:19 AM
New ZealandCannabis rally at Parliament todayProtesters want the legalisation of medicinal marijuana to be an election issue.06 Feb 11:17 PM
EditorialEditorial: Is the new PM a new leader?The naming of election day always intensifies the focus on politics.03 Feb 04:00 PM
