Labour out, National in - either way, neoliberalism wins again
OPINION: Regardless of the election result, a form of austerity was always going to win.
OPINION: Regardless of the election result, a form of austerity was always going to win.
Ardern wanted to look after first-time Labour voters after 2020 win. What happened?
National will need to appease both Act and NZ First.
The British popstar made millions from his Mathematics tour in 2022 and 2023.
Inflation and the fiscal deficit will remain big challenges for the incoming Government.
OPINION: There is already speculation about who might line up to replace Chris Hipkins.
OPINION: Labour won the pandemic war, but did not know how to win the peace that followed.
More spending cuts could be needed to get a coalition agreement across the line.
An economist has costed NZ First's promises, and found them very expensive.
Every party has gravitated towards tax cuts as a key way to combat inflation.
Luxon countered Labour's tax position was "more fractured than the [Ranfurly] shield".
It came after National's Chris Bishop initially called the analysis 'gutter politics'.
The Government's books were $9.4 billion in deficit over the past year.
Analysts are wary National might struggle to offset the stimulatory impact of tax cuts.
Plus Manji doesn't like the way Labour used the mosque attacks as a recruiting tool.
The major parties plan to reduce debt at a similar rate but at a cost to different groups.
OPINION: The Labour leader has shown fight in the latest debate but will it be enough?
Tenant-favoured policies could swing more back towards landlords: details outlined here.
Christopher Luxon says tax cuts are 'absolutely' affordable without a foreign buyers' tax.
OPINION: From Viaduct lunches to saving lives, this election has it all.
Nicola Willis confirms how National would treat new builds under the bright-line test.
The playwright's ancestors were deeply involved in the conflict.
The two city leaders have pitched their hopes ahead of the election.
Strong exports, IT services, manufacturing helped drive growth in second quarter.
OPINION: We need to start seriously considering a tax on empty houses.
OPINION: Letters and premium debate on the All Blacks and more.
Problems included ill health, credit facility withdrawal, economic conditions, overheads.
OPINION: Letters on protesters, Labour's policies and transport solutions.
A judge said it was unfortunate Rath had 'crossed a line' by engaging in illegal activity.
Visiting New York-based economist Paul Gruenwald outlines the challenges facing the world.