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Qiulae Wong says no tax reform next term 'worth considering' in potential deal with National
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'Give them time back' - National unveils new plan for small businesses
The plan includes getting rid of paper requirements.
National’s proposed foreign aid cut could make NZ ‘invisible’ on world stage - expert
Nearly 60% of New Zealand’s $1.2b aid budget goes to the Pacific.
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Behind the scenes of the leaders debate: Who advised Hipkins, Luxon; what happened in ad breaks?
ANALYSIS: Here's what Kiwis may not have seen during the debate.
National is losing the election. Luxon's debate did little to change that
OPINION: National is sliding in the polls and performing poorly.
Who won the debate? Our experts pick which Chris came out on top
Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins went head-to-head in TVNZ's first Leaders' Debate.
Post debate standup: Luxon and Hipkins speak to media
Chris Hipkins and Chris Luxon both speak to the media following their debate. Video / NZ Herald
Luxon speaks to media following debate
National party leader, Christopher Luxon, speaks to media following debate. Video / NZ Herald
‘Frankly, I don’t care’: Luxon and Hipkins react after debate
Labour and National leaders went head-to-head over their plans for New Zealand.
New poll: National crashes below 26%, Greens surge, Opportunity kingmaker
National has fallen to 25.9%, its weakest result since the 2020 election.
Luxon and Hipkins face do-or-die debate
OPINION: The two leaders face off in a make-or-break debate.
Blather and bull****: What voters don’t want to hear at high-stakes leaders’ debate
OPINION: Many voters are undecided. That makes the debates especially important.
'I'm not quite sure': Christopher Luxon defends missing plan as Labour goes on attack
The Labour Party has attacked National for not releasing its own numbers.
National Party leader Christopher Luxon speaks to the media
National Party leader Christopher Luxon will speak to the media from Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald
NZ Foreign Minister: If it’s not Winston Peters, then who?
There are several reasons why Peters may not be the next Foreign Minister.
National to start construction on long-awaited Mill Rd in 2028 if re-elected
National will also allocate $100m to route protection.
National to start construction on Mill Rd in 2028 if re-elected
National says it will start construction on stage one of Auckland’s long-awaited Mill Rd project in 2028 if the party is re-elected next month. Video / NZ Herald
All aboard: National hits the road in new campaign bus
The National leader said he was open to name suggestions for the new set of wheels.
Editorial: National's passport-free transtasman travel is a superficial policy win
OPINION: In the marketing stakes, it is a savvy proposal, regardless of the real benefits.
Christopher Luxon walks back ‘bizarre claim’ about the Greens
Green Party's Chlöe Swarbrick said minister had provided no evidence to back his comment.
Luxon in Queenstown again: Same energy, very different circumstances
ANALYSIS: Luxon only had two visits, where tough issues were hardly going to be raised.
Luxon says extra security measures needed for under-attack female MPs
The Prime Minister said gendered abuse was 'utterly unacceptable'.
Hipkins v Hosking: Chippy fires up over 'hidden bill', CGT, Swarbrick howler
OPINION: No more Mr Nice Guy – Chris Hipkins is fed up and he's not afraid to show it.
Violent crime trending upwards – in one region by 138%
The latest data suggests an increase in victims of multiple family violence assaults.
National to trial passport-free transtasman travel if re-elected
Leader Christopher Luxon and tourism spokeswoman Louise Upston are visiting Queenstown.
NZ Herald Live: National Party leader Christopher Luxon to make tourism announcement
National Party leader Christopher Luxon is set to make a tourism announcement from Coronet Peak. Video / NZ Herald
Opportunity's subtle bid for right-leaning fans of Sir John Key
Qiulae Wong has laid out the party's five bottom lines. Who are these trying to speak to?
Christopher Luxon tucks into his own election-themed ice cream flavour
Blueberry Lux got two ticks of approval from the National leader.
MMP's overhang campaign causing a pre-election hangover
OPINION: The 'helpers' campaign may have a logic but it is counter-intuitive.