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Winston Peters urges France and New Caledonia to find ‘a new pathway forward’ after unrest

Winston Peters spoke to French leaders in Paris overnight.

‘Every human being for themselves’: Winston Peters hints at 2026 election plans

Winston Peters says all coalitions are difficult and you have to compromise.

3000 join Māori electoral roll after Treaty Principles Bill hīkoi

Organisers of the hīkoi mō te Tiriti promoted a switch from the general roll.

Audrey Young: My memorable last interview with Nikki Kaye

OPINION: Nikki Kaye, Simon Bridges were identified as the standouts of their generation.

Seymour advocates for surplus, clashes with colleagues over budget strategy

The remarks came after National ministers suggested the surplus might be delayed.

How Kaye 'blew people's expectations out of the water'

Kaye is being remembered from those across the political divide.

'A beautiful soul': Former National MP Nikki Kaye dies at 44

The former Auckland Central MP has died after a long battle with cancer.

Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media at Mystery Creek

Christopher Luxon speaks to the media at Mystery Creek Events Centre. Video / NZ Herald

Govt paves way for private sector to build more social housing

Minister details how the Govt will help community housing providers secure finance.

Some schools won't have resources to teach new maths curriculum in time for Term 1

The Ministry of Education says there has been "high demand" for the new resources.

Editorial: Ok for cops to walk in a Rainbow Parade, but not the Toitū Te Tiriti hīkoi?

OPINION: Mark Mitchell's hardline approach is great for headlines but not practical.

Do Māori have rights other New Zealanders don’t have?

The issue has been brought into sharp focus by the Treaty Principles Bill.

Legislation on four-year term to be introduced soon, here’s what it could mean

Kiwis will get to vote on a four-year term - it could radically alter Parliament

David Seymour on the coalition's first year in power

Adam Pearse and Claire Trevett interview Act leader David Seymour on the coalition's first year in power. Video / Mark Mitchell

Vote looms on whether a capital gains or wealth tax are part of Labour's future

Labour members will debate and vote on the party's tax policy this weekend

Watch: 'Help is on the way' – PM announces new police base for Auckland CBD

The new public-facing police base will be established on Federal St.

Keith Stewart’s records of protests in the 1970s

Keith Stewart talks to Audrey Young about collecting a record of 1970s protests in Wellington. Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Live: PM Chris Luxon with Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and Minister Mark Mitchell

PM Christopher Luxon with Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and Minister Mark Mitchell speak to the media about the new Auckland Central police station