72 hours of hell – how Cyclone Gabrielle shook the North Island
Cyclone Gabrielle lived up to its forecast as the worst storm this century.
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How Gabrielle's fury has exposed flaws in our major cities
This chaotic season must lead to change.
Cliff dwellers: What does the future hold for NZ’s homes on the edge?
The appeal of having a vista overlooking the city can come at cost.
Cyclone Gabrielle: What to expect and how to prepare
North Islanders have been warned to be ready for the worst.
Increasing by $1b a year: The superannuation battle facing NZ
The eligibility age for NZ's pension has been stuck at 65 for two decades.
Health sector under pressure: Is NZ getting value for its $30 billion budget?
The healthcare sector has been calling out for more staff and funding for years.
Capital Gains Tax: Why it failed - and could it rise from the dead?
A CGT might be politically unpopular, but experts believe the idea still has merit.
'Could ignite something we've never seen before': Are politicians playing with fire over co-governance?
Co-governance has become a political lightning rod.
National vs Labour: Can Luxon overcome his trust issues to beat Hipkins?
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has high levels of trust among the voting public.
'Complete abdication of responsibility’: Swarbrick on the flood warning signs politicians ignored for years
Political inertia has long slowed down progress in Auckland.
Back in full force: Pride festival returns amid growing culture wars
The Pride Festival returns amid new challenges for the rainbow community.
The C-word: Why the ‘Cindy’ moniker is so demeaning
This is about more than a five-letter word.
Four world cups to come: Will any NZ team secure glory?
Netball, football, cricket and rugby world cups are all on the agenda in 2023.
Barry Soper on the past PM who most reminds him of Ardern
Veteran politics reporter says that Ardern will be remembered as a divisive PM.
'No bodies, no motive': Paul Henry on Sounds murders - my regrets for not speaking out earlier
Broadcaster dipped his toe back into the media world to express his frustration.
Chopper danger: Why do helicopters seem so accident-prone?
Helicopters are in the news for all the wrong reasons.
A 30-year fight: Wayne Brown wants the Auckland port moved - will he get his wish?
Moving the port has long been suggested. But why has it taken so long?
Luxon vs Hipkins: How will the clash of the Christophers play out?
Two men named Christopher will compete for the chance to lead NZ into 2024.
Ardern resignation: The big risk facing the next Labour leader
The next Labour leader faces an uphill battle.
Recession, mortgage hike, property pressure – Top economists on what's coming in 2023
Economists give their views on the big economic questions hanging over NZ.
Election 2023: The policies and issues set to dominate this year
Politicians are starting to emerge from their summer slumber.
‘A lot of this mud will stick’: How much impact will Harry memoir have on Royals?
The saga involving Harry and Meghan has dominated headlines.
Summer of rain: Why has the weather been so bad – and will it improve?
Sunshine has been rare across the North Island this summer.
Is 2023 the year the four-day working week becomes the norm?
The four-day week continues to gain momentum around the world.
‘We’re sick of it’: What drove Make it 16 campaigners to fight for change
The campaigners behind Make it 16 share their thoughts on politics in NZ.
The Front Page: Make It 16 campaigners on lowering the voting age
Damien Venuto talks to Make It 16 campaigners Caeden Tipler and Sanat Singh. Video / NZ Herald
After the gold rush: What the future holds for history-making Winter Olympians
New Zealand won its first-ever gold medals at the Winter Olympics in 2022.
Tory Whanau on authenticity in politics: 'People like it when I accidentally swear'
The Wellington Mayor has bucked trends and taken the Capital to the left.
‘It would eat me up inside’: The comments that used to make Paddy Gower panic
Paddy Gower had a massive year in 2022.
From Diana's death to Harry's autobiography: How much has really changed in 25 years?
Twenty-five years on, the story of Princess Diana remains relevant.
Literacy crisis: The struggle getting New Zealand kids to read
Low literacy has a far bigger impact than kids reading at school.
New year, new name? Is it time New Zealand officially became Aotearoa
The name New Zealand has its origins in a mistake made by Dutch explorers.
Inside the challenges facing Chris Luxon as election year approaches
Luxon has had a strong start, but can he keep the momentum going?
Govt prospects for 2023: Do Labour and Ardern have enough stardust to win another election?
Labour has had a rough year in the polls.