Three things to help you feel calmer about the crisis this Easter – Liam Dann
So this isn’t blind optimism. But it is mindful optimism. It’s Easter, and I need a relaxing break.…
All Blacks captaincy race: Scott Barrett v Ardie Savea analysed – Gregor Paul
Gregor Paul analyses the All Blacks’ captaincy options. The unfinished project Why Rennie doesn’t need to finish Razor’s…
US red meat boom driven by Gen Z lifts NZ beef and lamb: Anne‑Marie Roerink
Ever since March 2020, I’ve been producing monthly meat department performance reports in partnership with Circana. When combined…
National’s reshuffle: After week of instability, Christopher Luxon makes his move – Thomas Coughlan
The reshuffle distracted from two quite good news stories for the Government: an increase to the mileage rates…
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of March 30 – April 5
With so many voices in the digital age, it’s vital to know who you can trust – to…
Inside Auckland’s rising deep tech hub, from Rocket Lab to stellar startups – Erica Lloyd
There is a globally debated, though accepted, recipe for what it takes to build a solid technology sector…
Why a global trade shake-up may be the World Trade Organisation’s only lifeline – Fran O’Sullivan
The stats are compelling. While global trade grew by 4.6% in 2025, the WTO projects a sharp slowdown…
NZ20: Everything you need to know about New Zealand’s franchise T20 league
However, as establishment committee chair Don Mackinnon told the Herald, NZ20 is not attempting anything that hasn’t already…
Netball NZ: Leadership void, Dame Noeline Taurua-Silver Ferns rift and ANZ Premiership’s risky future – Nathan Limm
Interim CEO Jane Patterson is choosing not to speak to the media until there are changes to announce.…
Food prices explained: Who really benefits from what we eat – Dr Jacqueline Rowarth
Further, what we are purchasing in the food basket is at a higher state of preparation than ever…
Super Rugby Pacific wrap: Hurricanes dominate, Brumbies comeback, Crusaders ignite – Phil Gifford
Ticking the boxes It’s fair to say Cam Roigard and Jordie Barrett would have already been likely All…
Adam Pearse: Winston Peters’ newest candidate makes a stuttering start but could solve NZ First’s dilemma
It appears Ngaro may have been the victim of a last-minute scheduling change, which meant he was the…