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New Zealand and China navigate trade ties amid concerns of foreign influence
The Chinese Embassy denied it was a competitor or threat to New Zealand.
Mourners prepare to farewell Tūheitia, a monarch remembered for his ability to unite people
Today is te rā nehu – burial day – for Kīngi Tūheitia.
Letters: Delays seeing a doctor; an Auckland Māori attraction for tourists
OPINION: 'We are stuck with a waka that goes in circles.'
Government considers powerful tools to release more land under housing policy
Housing Minister Bishop warns implementation will be complex but is committed to progress.
Ginny Andersen concedes police foot patrols are up after claiming they were down
Police Minister Mark Mitchell accused Labour of 'deliberately misleading the public'.
‘Outstanding job’: Politicians pay their respects at Kīngi Tūheitia’s tangi
Thousands of mourners have gathered at Tūrangawaewae Marae over the past five days.
'Not going to be viable': Police raised concerns over new gang law timeframe
The new powers, including the gang patch ban, are set to come into force in November.
How bad is the education 'crisis' behind a rushed new curriculum?
What PM didn't mention when he outlined the dire state of maths performance in schools.
Govt has a hospital-sized hole in its transport plan
Where will the billions for the National Land Transport Programme come from?
'Should not have been said': Peters sides with Collins over Jones' 'communist' judge remark
Winston Peters has made his thoughts clear.
Foreign intelligence units targeting NZ, tried to secretly recruit Kiwis, spies warn
A number of threats to New Zealand's security have been outlined in a new report.
Tourist levy to enter New Zealand to be hiked by nearly 200%
The money helps maintain the public services and experiences tourists utilise.
Government’s transport shake-up: New roads in, cycleways out
The Government's new transport plan shows a dramatic shift in approach.
Watch: Auckland the big winner as Govt unveils $32.9b transport plan
The plan sets out how NZTA will spend its funding to improve and maintain the network.
‘Sought to school me’: Jones gets ‘clear message’ from Collins to change approach after judge comments
"The principle of comity really requires someone like me to put a stone on my tongue."
Mother pleads for MPs to support roadside drug testing, but concerns raised about technology
There are concerns the devices might not be a fair way of testing drivers.
'Heartbreaking': Patients queue in cold from 6am to see doctor
Patients said they sometimes waited five hours to see a doctor.
IRD looks at how much tax we pay - and whether we need to pay more
IRD is seeking public feedback on the topic of its next long-term insights briefing.
Former Health Minister calls for ‘honest’ debate about health spending
Andrew Little said the country needs to be realistic about the system's limitations.
Tax debate opportunity for Labour members to be ‘very explicit’ to leadership
Nigel Haworth told the Herald Labour members had the opportunity direct MPs on tax.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Greens humiliated by rogue rookie Darleen Tana
OPINION: The Greens have picked a fight with someone they clearly underestimated.
Opinion: Kīngi Tūheitia’s vision for a unified nation shines briefly at Tūrangawaewae
OPINION: PM Christopher Luxon displayed emotions rarely seen in the public eye.
PM pays tribute to Māori King Tūheitia in moving speech
PM Luxon said he'd anticipated becoming quite emotional as he spoke of the fallen monarch.
Kingi Tūheitia’s death: Grief ‘still sinking in’ as Luxon to visit Māori King lying in state
Prime Minister may be given time to speak about the King following his passing.
Kiwi battlers v Pacific's future - why Luxon took the easy option
PM Luxon and Foreign Minister Peters had to contend with the UN’s vocal climate warrior.
Claire Trevett: Little wonder Hipkins is sceptical of Bishop's olive branch on infrastructure
OPINION: Bishop wants political consensus on 30-year pipeline of infrastructure projects.
‘The more partners you have, the longer it takes’: British minister cool on NZ joining Aukus
Catherine West hints at concern group will grow too large to deliver defence goals.
Pacific Islands Forum: NZ 'all in' on Pacific policing drive but implementation uncertain
Leaders left for Vava'u yesterday where the high-profile PIF meeting was held.
$22 million tax cut: Govt plans changes to fund fees
Savers will benefit from rules making management fees GST exempt.
‘Stronger assurances now required’: Law group says greater action needed over Jones’ comments
The Law Society said it's written to Collins again about the minister.
'Situationships', 'ghosting' and 'heartbreak': New Govt 'Love Better' website cost more than $800k
One minister thinks it's appropriate spending, another reckons it's excessive.
Police to reduce involvement in mental health crises, new threshold for response
'Police are not trained mental health experts', 'it's health's role'.
Ministers flag health aid boost to the Pacific
Tonga's PM says the impact of climate change is worsening health outcomes for his people.