Can emerging infrastructure bipartisanship survive an election campaign? – Nick Leggett
We are also seeing encouraging signs of bipartisan alignment on planning reform. Labour’s willingness to support the intent…
Coromandel east v west: Which coast is best for property buyers?
So, which is best and more popular? It comes down to personal preference, according to Bayleys Coromandel director…
I’m angry my dad changed his will, leaving 90% to a woman he met at bridge – The Ex-Files
After my father’s death I discovered he had re-written his will, giving 90% of his estate to Harriet,…
The biggest money lessons from 2025 – Diana Clement
I’ve written three follow-up articles to one about NZ Super and retiring overseas. I learned that readers can’t…
India’s free trade deal could reshape our exports – and our politics – Fran O’Sullivan
There’s plenty of detail still to come. But what is on the table is significant and a fillip…
What immigrants notice and value most about life in New Zealand – Cecilia Robinson
As a new year approaches, this feels like a natural moment to step back and ask not only…
India‑New Zealand trade agreement: Labour to decide fate of Luxon’s deal – Matthew Hooton
When Luxon promised in a debate with Chris Hipkins to finalise an FTA with India in his first…
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 22 – 28
With so many voices in the digital age, it’s vital to know who you can trust – to…
Is the economic recovery enough to save the coalition? – Richard Prebble
It is the economy that will be decisive. When Stats NZ reported that the June quarter economy had…
New Zealand needs to do more to promote early prostate cancer detection – Geof Mortlock
The case for a prostate cancer screening programme is at least as justified as for bowel cancer, breast…
Police statement of facts against 24-year-old alleged Bondi gunman Naveed Akram revealed in court
Sajid Akram, 50, and his son seen ‘firing shotguns and moving in a tactical manner’. Photo / NSW…
Smooth sailing for the economy in 2026 … we can hope! – Liam Dann
I’ll make a few very specific forecasts further down, but first, I want to say what I really…