KahuTama Potaka: There were only 3 sports you could play — rugby, rugby or rugbyNational's Tama Potaka likes to keep physically and mentally agile.06 Jun 08:49 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThomas Coughlan: Michael Wood on thin ice, but safe for nowMichael Wood won't be sacked from Cabinet just yet, writes Thomas Coughlan.06 Jun 07:55 AM
PoliticsNats say Govt-farming emissions group is 'dead'Time runs low on getting pricing scheme up before election.06 Jun 06:42 AM
PoliticsDisposable vapes to be banned, new retailers can’t be within 300m of schools and maraeThe only vapes available for purchase after March would need replaceable batteries.06 Jun 06:06 AM
PoliticsPM: Michael Wood was asked six times to ditch Auckland Airport shares, explanation not ‘adequate’If no other issues came to light, Wood would likely return as Transport Minister.06 Jun 03:43 AM
PoliticsPM stands down Michael Wood as Transport MinisterChris Hipkins said he would speak to Michael Wood today.06 Jun 03:10 AM
New ZealandFocus: PM on standing down Transport Minister Michael WoodThe Prime Minister, Chris Hipkins, on standing down Transport Minister Michael Wood. Video / Mark MitchellWatch06 Jun 02:22 AM
New ZealandFocus: Tama Potaka - six months as Hamilton West MPSix months into his tenure as the Hamilton West MP, Tama Potaka has earned a reputation as a fitness enthusiast and push-up aficionado. Video / Mike ScottWatch05 Jun 11:50 PM
PoliticsFocus: Party leaders on proposed electoral law reformsPrime Minister Chris Hipkins and National leader Christopher Luxon give their take on the proposed electoral law reforms. Video / Mark MitchellWatch05 Jun 09:14 PM
New ZealandFocus: Prime Minister Chris Hipkins and National leader Christopher Luxon on the Michael Wood airport shares scandalPrime Minister Chris Hipkins and National Party leader Christopher Luxon on the Michael Wood airport shares scandal. Video / Mark MitchellWatch05 Jun 08:47 PM
New ZealandFocus: Transport Minister Michael Wood fronts media over his Auckland Airport sharesTransport Minister Michael Wood fronts the media over his Auckland Airport shares. Video / Mark MitchellWatch05 Jun 08:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Rates or a shares sale? Wayne Brown’s big budget showdownOPINION: With two days to go, Wayne Brown is running out of time to get his budget passed.05 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsPM asking questions over Transport Minister's airport shares blunderWood had an interest in Auckland Airport while he was the minister overseeing aviation.05 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsNew Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka arrives in NZIt's his first visit since winning last year’s election.05 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsLabour MP urges National to back his wage theft law changeA Labour MP wants to criminalise bosses stealing from workers, National is not so sure.05 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsPM rules out referendum before election on electoral system review recommendationsConsultation is now open on the working group's draft recommendations.05 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsDavid Seymour promises to create new ‘Ministry for Regulation’ at Act conferenceAct leader David Seymour arrived on stage driving a bright yellow Suzuki Swift.04 Jun 03:35 AM
Politics‘Red tape police’: Act hopes to ditch excess regulationElection policy may be similar to what the party has advocated for in the past.03 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWill it be Paula Bennett v Wayne Brown for Auckland mayor in 2025?Whispers have it that Paula Bennett is getting serious about Auckland mayor for 2025.03 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Backtracks and attack tactics make for messy week in politicsFrom road signs to contraception - what on earth is going on?02 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsAct to continue mission to double its vote in 2023 election at annual conferenceTwo shiny additions to the Act team ahead of the election will be a timely boost.02 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsInside National's internal ideological challenges as they look towards the electionThe National Party is fighting for its future against a resurgent Act Party.02 Jun 04:55 AM
PoliticsMinister commits to investigate sector’s concerns with Govt’s $1.2b childcare policyChildcare providers have for years called for an independent funding review.02 Jun 04:05 AM
PoliticsEducation Minister Jan Tinetti warned by police for electoral advertising breachWhile it did not meet the threshold for prosecution, a formal warning was issued.02 Jun 03:07 AM
PoliticsFormer Māori Party leader supporting National candidate in Māori electorateTuria also met National leader Christopher Luxon for the first time last night.02 Jun 12:14 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Villain or buffoon? Wayne Brown’s budget has fallen apartOPINION: The Mayor doesn't have enough support for his budget, or any idea what to do now.01 Jun 08:08 PM
PoliticsGovernment sets aside $252m extra for major road projectsProgramme includes major road projects in Auckland and Wellington.01 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsAwkward choices ahead: Why voters should keep a close eye on minor parties this yearAs Hipkins and Luxon battle over the centre, are the fringes growing?01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNational brands Labour’s Handmaid’s Tale tweet as ‘appalling’Megan Woods' tweet likens National’s prescriptions policy to dystopian TV show.01 Jun 06:20 AM
PoliticsLeft-wing Green Party members lose leaderA faction of the Green Party has lost their co-leader. `01 Jun 05:48 AM
KahuContraceptive pill price hike: Nats slammed in debateNational Party slammed for policy of reintroducing prescription costs.01 Jun 01:34 AM
Politics$1b bill for Govt and councils to buy out cyclone-hit homesZoning maps will reveal what Hawke’s Bay communities could be deemed unliveable.01 Jun 12:00 AM
PoliticsAustralians, Brits to get free prescriptions in NZNZ has reciprocal health agreements with the UK and Oz, National not impressed.31 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Budget assumes decade of relative austerityFinance Minister Grant Robertson conceded this week that future allowances were tight.31 May 05:00 PM