New ZealandMt Albert byelection: National backs offNational Party has waved the white flag in the upcoming Mt Albert byelection, with Labour accusing Bill English of "running scared" and daring him to call an early election.19 Dec 03:40 AM
New ZealandMeet your four new ministersFour new ministers feature in Prime Minister Bill English's first Cabinet reshuffle. They are Alfred Ngaro, Mark Mitchell, David Bennett and Jacqui Dean.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKaye's big role after breast-cancer fightNikki Kaye is set to become the new Education Minister but her appointment has been put off to allow her to recover from breast cancer treatment.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAudrey Young: Thinking behind reshuffleBill English's Cabinet makeover has rewarded two of National's best young ministers with some heavy-lifting duties that will make or break their reputations.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCabinet up-and-comers: Alfred Ngaro and Mark MitchellIsaac Davison profiles two of the new faces in Bill English's Cabinet line-up.18 Dec 07:29 AM
New ZealandBill's new Cabinet: Winners and losersPM Bill English's new Cabinet was a boon for Bridges, and others.18 Dec 04:48 AM
New ZealandKaye tipped for Cabinet promotionBill English is expected to give big promotions to ministers Simon Bridges, Amy Adams, and Nikki Kaye, who is recovering from breast cancer.18 Dec 12:20 AM
PoliticsMcClay moves up a step in CabinetNational Party cabinet reshuffle- Rotorua MP Todd McClay remains Minister of Trade and Minister for State Owned Enterprises- He moves 17 Dec 10:58 PM
OpinionSteve BrauniasBraunias: Secret Diary of Bill EnglishCOMMENT: It's always been my dream to be the interim Prime Minister. And now here I am. It feels...unreal. It feels...not quite real.16 Dec 04:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: English needs a fresh startThe new cabinet Prime Minister Bill English unveils tomorrow will be assembled with two objectives in mind.16 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn RoughanRoughan: Bad time to be picked for CabinetCOMMENT: This is not a good time to come into the front line of a govt if you are a young, ambitious politician with all the attributes to be a great PM.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt may pardon gay sex convictionsThirty years after homosexuality was legalised in New Zealand, gay and bisexual men with historic convictions may be pardoned.15 Dec 03:59 AM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: Politics can be nastyCOMMENT: Politics can be a nasty, thankless business, especially when you're the leader.14 Dec 08:50 PM
New ZealandTrickle of Nat exits turns to floodFoss' retirement announcement gives English four ministerial vacancies and 10 per cent of seats are up for change.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNats and Eminem to face music in MayThe National Party has participated in a High Court teleconference today regarding legal action against it by American rapper Eminem.14 Dec 03:21 AM
New ZealandBennett plans to draw on HR experiencePaula Bennett talks to political editor Audrey Young about her new backroom role with the National Party caucus.13 Dec 05:22 AM
New ZealandSafety changes prevent re-entry - EnglishThe very health and safety changes which the Pike River disaster prompted make re-entering the mine difficult, Prime Minister Bill English says.13 Dec 03:47 AM
New ZealandNew Cabinet to be unveiled on SundayNew Prime Minister Bill English will unveil his new Cabinet on Sunday.13 Dec 01:26 AM
New ZealandA shaky omen for Bill English?If Bill English was as superstitious as his predecessor, he would be a bit nervous that when he is asked about Andrew Little an earthquake strikes.12 Dec 05:06 PM
OpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Labour should think twiceCOMMENT: The Labour Party was quietly thrilled after getting over the shock of John Key's resignation as PM and his endorsement of Bill English.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandEnglish vows to 'dig up diamonds'Not many new Prime Ministers kick off their tenure with a U-turn and by quoting poetry. But Bill English did.12 Dec 04:53 AM
New ZealandWhat our new PM promises to deliverBill English delivered a few surprises in his first media appearance, including poetry, a u-turn on gay marriage and a nod to the trade unions.12 Dec 02:35 AM
New ZealandBill English U-turns on gay marriageNew National Party leader Bill English has revealed he would vote in favour of same-sex marriage if another vote was held.11 Dec 11:59 PM
New ZealandBill English: I am excited to be leadingBill English said he looked forward to leading the country in a statement to the press today.11 Dec 11:56 PM
New ZealandKey: NZ in safe hands with Bill in chargeNew Zealand is in good hands with Bill English elected by the National Party as the 39th Prime Minister, John Key says.11 Dec 10:57 PM
New ZealandChanges keep leaders busyThis week a new Prime Minister will be sworn in and reshuffles will take place in both Labour and National before MPs slink off for the summer break.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'The end of an era': Key clears his officeIt was out with the old and in with the new on the ninth floor of the Beehive yesterday as PM John Key marked his final day in the job by packing up his office.11 Dec 01:38 AM
OpinionRodney HideRodney Hide: National all aquiver over PMCOMMENT: The most common question in politics is, "Why not me?" That's the question National MPs have spent the week asking.10 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionEditorial: Key leaves Peters back in playA week has never seemed such a long time in politics.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo day of rest for new power coupleIncoming PM Bill English and his deputy Paula Bennett will meet in Wellington today to start hammering out the team they want to take into 2017 election.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBronagh has a list of jobs for post-PMBronagh Key made her first public appearance yesterday since her husband's shock resignation as Prime Minister.10 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettThe bogan and the Roman CatholicCOMMENT: Much has been made of English and Bennett's polarities - man and woman, Aucklander and South Islander, quiet and loud, solo mum and family man.10 Dec 02:12 AM
New ZealandBridges withdraws from deputy PM raceSimon Bridges has withdrawn from the contest to be National's deputy leader today - handing it to Paula Bennett.09 Dec 09:02 PM
