PremiumPremiumOpinionNew Zealand needs an independent watchdog for election promisesOPINION: An independent watchdog could show voters the 40-year cost of promises.01 Nov 02:00 AM
LivePolitics'I cry for the country': Winston Peters on NZ wages and Chlöe Swarbrick as Finance MinisterPolitical parties are on the streets of Auckland as the campaign enters its final week. 01 Nov 01:57 AM
Politics|UpdatedLuxon 'denigrating the intelligence' of voters – ex-Nats leader pushing splitting strategyDon Brash is encouraging National supporters not to give National their party vote.01 Nov 12:43 AM
OpinionGlenn DwightYou've heard of the election cycle, but what about the election REcycle?31 Oct 04:30 PM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannWhat are we voting for? Do we still have shared values to unite us?31 Oct 04:00 PM
Politics'Dysfunction': Vote splitting divides the right – Luxon calls out 'disappointing' Act, NZ First It comes as the final week of the campaign begins.31 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew KetelsI introduced the phrase 'cost-of-living crisis' in 2023 and Labour has learned a lesson from itOPINION: Act raised expectations what a centre-right Govt could do on the cost of living.31 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsNumber of early votes soars past half-million markThe figure will likely climb higher over the weekend when many are expected to vote.31 Oct 03:59 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday, October 31, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday, October 31, 2026. Labour is confident the votes will swing its way and the Diwali Festival returns to Aotea Square. Video / NZ HeraldWatch31 Oct 03:59 AM
PoliticsGreen co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick speaks to mediaGreen co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick will speak to the media in Auckland Central today. Video / Finn LittleWatch31 Oct 12:52 AM
PoliticsLabour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to mediaLabour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to the media following a Labour Party rally in Sandringham. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Oct 11:13 PM
PoliticsNational pounces on Green suggestion wealth tax could be extended to less richAs the election drags into the final week, parties continue to feud over tax30 Oct 09:58 PM
PoliticsAct leader David Seymour speaks to mediaAct leader David Seymour will speak to media after completing a shift at a Newmarket McDonald's this morning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Oct 08:43 PM
PoliticsNational leader Christopher Luxon speaks to media from Howick VillageNational leader Christopher Luxon spoke to media after walking through Howick Village Market this morning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Oct 08:41 PM
New ZealandIn case you missed them: Rotorua and Waiariki electorate candidate profilesA one-stop shop for candidate profiles in your electorate.30 Oct 04:50 PM
Politics‘Fat’ polling-station pens leave voters unsure their votes will countThe Electoral Commission says votes will count as long as the voter’s choice is clear.30 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisDerek ChengThe key difference between 2023 Hipkins that was rejected and Hipkins todayAnalysis: Why Labour's leader is taking a different approach on the campaign trail.30 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionI know how to deliver a budget surplus. A change of Govt will jeopardise our 2028 return to thatOPINION: I was Finance Minister during the GFC. We borrowed but had a plan to pay it back.30 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionYou can't cut your way out of a fiscal hole. Today's layoffs are tomorrow's missing customersOPINION: Sound fiscal policy must contain debt. The key is how it is invested. 30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandElection 2026: Your guide to the Bay of Plenty candidatesA one-stop shop for candidate profiles in your electorate. 30 Oct 03:55 PM
PoliticsParliament investigates how Russian Ambassador made uninvited visit, will be blocked in futureParliament today looked into how the Russian ambassador made it through security. 30 Oct 07:23 AM
PoliticsAct leader David Seymour downplays finance minister ambitionsSeymour said people were getting ahead of themselves.30 Oct 06:57 AM
New ZealandThe futute of media debateAn election debate focused on the future of media, featuring representatives from all seven major New Zealand political parties.Watch30 Oct 05:25 AM
New ZealandAct leader David Seymour downplays Finance Minister ambitionsLuxon says Nicola Willis holding the finance role is non-negotiable.30 Oct 04:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungElection 2026 Campaign Diary: First it was Chris and Chris, now it’s Harry and HarryWhich MP is most in touch with the cost of living? You might be surprised.30 Oct 04:31 AM
PoliticsWill confusion be what we remember most about Election 2026?The election issues that could echo long after the votes are counted30 Oct 04:13 AM
New ZealandWhere the parties stand on tax, spending and the economyFrom tax cuts to wealth taxes, here’s how the parties plan to reshape the economy.30 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandWhich party’s economic plan would leave you better off?Chelsea Daniels asks the parties how they would grow the economy, change taxes and tackle the cost of living in The Front Page’s final election special.Watch30 Oct 03:55 AM
