PremiumPremiumPolitics4000 secret interviews recorded with politicians - but you still can't listen to any of themSince the 1980s, prime ministers and MPs have recorded a diary - why they're still secret.23 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLabour laughs as Christopher Luxon says he's ready for 'years' in oppositionThe National leader put his foot in it big-time on his first day back from recess.18 Jul 06:48 AM
PoliticsElectoral Commission was at Mongrel Mob hui along with Labour MPIngrid Leary has said she mistook it for an Electoral Commission meeting.04 Jul 05:42 AM
Politics'People don’t know you': Christopher Luxon challenged by supportersThe Nats' visit to Ōhāriu also included a 'practical approach' to avoiding chicken grease.03 Jul 06:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson: It’s time for a National Party ‘man ban’OPINION: National going backwards with its women MPs, and on crime, for similar reasons.26 Jun 07:39 AM
Politics'Wheels falling off the bus': Opposition crows as Michael Wood fallsNational and Act twisted the knife after the Government lost another minister.21 Jun 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMerepeka Raukawa-Tait: Why Muldoon had the right idea when it came to gangsOPINION: But National's new policy sounds like Groundhog Day.21 Jun 12:06 AM
PoliticsPoll shows bounce back for Labour, bad news for Christopher Luxon and NZ FirstLabour will hope the poll shows a recovery after the Meka Whaitiri and Stuart Nash dramas.20 Jun 02:27 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: A taxing questionOpinion: Our editorial on the diverging political viewpoints on taxation.12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: Little progress in tit-for-tat politicsOpinion: Our editorial on Labour and National sparring for the attention of votes.29 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovt open to changing rules after National abandons housing dealFurther bipartisan efforts on housing seem unlikely after Nats' about-face on density.28 May 06:23 AM
PoliticsSome prescriptions will still attract $15 fee, despite Budget policy to abolish $5 chargesThe Government has abolished most charges, but some remain.23 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsInflation takes away gains from Labour’s Working for Families packageInflation is eating away at people's benefits.22 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsKiwis treated like a 'bottomless ATM': Luxon promises ‘taxpayers' receipt’Christopher Luxon will outline his vision for the Budget.15 May 02:07 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNicola Willis predicts tax cuts for all the wrong reasonsOPINION: Taxpayers need relief - and a complete change of direction.12 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPoll of polls reveals scale of Luxon's Māori Party gambleThe most likely form of government is the one that's off the table.11 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsNats select former Māori Party candidate for Tāmaki MakaurauIt comes after Christopher Luxon this week ruled out working with the Māori Party.11 May 06:44 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Luxon's Māori Party call is the day we saw him become a politicianOPINION: Luxon's call on Te Pāti Māori was naked politics, aimed at damaging Labour.10 May 12:45 AM
BusinessWhy Te Pāti Māori will struggle to be kingmaker at this electionOpinion: It's hard to see Labour, the Greens and Te Pāti Māori forming a government.08 May 09:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFace-off over hospital claims as race for Tukituki beginsThe National candidate says the Labour MP may be over-egging a new hospital proposal.07 May 12:50 AM
New ZealandPossible bypass routes for SH1 at Brynderwyns, closed for weeks after summer floodsNational won't say if it still plans to tunnel under the Brynderwyns.01 May 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Why Luxon is one of Labour's biggest assetsOPINION: MPs who come from business usually take six years to adjust to politics.26 Apr 05:10 AM
Politics'Uninspiring': Govt hits back at National's farming policyChris Luxon's policy overhauls many of Labour's rules on the environment and immigration.19 Apr 04:38 AM
PoliticsFirst National MP in 20 years to run in a Māori electorateHarete Hipango has been picked to run in Te Tai Hauāuru.18 Apr 08:19 AM
New Zealand'Bloated bureaucracy’: Communications staff increase by 50 per cent since Labour took overCommunications staff working in the core public service have tipped over the 500 mark.16 Apr 10:57 PM
New ZealandNational's Napier candidate says Stuart Nash's antics 'really disappointing for the region'Katie Nimon says public trust in Stuart Nash is gone.29 Mar 01:04 AM
Kahu'The disruptive two in the House' have got a preferred PM rankingTe Pāti Māori's rise in the polls has set up an exciting 2023 general election.13 Mar 11:39 PM
BDBDBanking and financeNo deal for National’s banking inquiryLabour Party members have rejected a proposal for it to be held via the select committee.13 Mar 11:36 PM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon tests positive for Covid-19The National leader is now currently self isolating.13 Mar 08:01 AM
New Zealand'Needed to go': Luxon says Campbell should be sacked from EPA tooHealth Minister Ayesha Verrall yesterday agreed with his critics.01 Mar 01:27 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyLabour - out of the Covid frying pan and into the Gabrielle fireOPINION: Observations from the Milford Track.27 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThomas Coughlan: National’s massive Pugh-turn dominates return of ParliamentAs Parliament returned on Tuesday, the big winner was vindicated ex-leader Simon Bridges.21 Feb 04:36 AM
PoliticsNational MP’s about-turn on climate change after Luxon intervenesPugh blames nerves for her climate change comments, Luxon gives her a reading list.21 Feb 02:10 AM
PoliticsNew polls: Chris Hipkins' dramatic riseHow have voters reacted to Chris Hipkins' appointment as Labour leader and PM?30 Jan 05:06 PM
