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New Zealand News · 1 November 2026
- Inside Labour’s fundamentally rewired Māori campaign strategy
Analysis: Labour’s Māori campaign retreats to the centre as Te Pāti Māori stakes out the transformational ground
- Election 2026: The most febrile final week since the days of the Exclusive Brethren
History will be made this week - either unprecedented MMP manipulations could bring home the centre-right or the left could oust a first-term National government
- Labour outspends entire coalition Government on Facebook ads
In the final stretch of its 2026 campaign, Labour has spent over $300,000 to reach voters on Instagram and Facebook
- Council refuses to guarantee water safety
Burying human sewage byproduct in the water table is ‘an appalling idea and asking for trouble’, say Central Otago residents
- Unemployment rate tipped to remain steady despite escalating wage costs
But youth joblessness remains a concern, with employers preferring to pay more to hire more experienced workers who don’t require training
- Welcome to the jungle – we’ve got fun and games post-election
Don’t kid yourself that your vote will decide policies. It’s the next round after election day that matters – and the lobbyists are ready to rumble.
- ‘Disgrace’ that minister is sitting on public health advice
Simeon Brown is accused of hiding reports, some written two years ago, by an independent committee
- Campaign Cut-through: Boosting tourism without protecting visitors is a risky bet
Comment: Tourism growth is surging, but experts warn disaster safety for millions of visitors in high-risk zones is being overlooked
- The rising toll of public life for NZ women
From The Detail: What happens when the abuse becomes so relentless that high-profile women start asking themselves: Is this worth it?
- Newsroom daily quiz, Monday 2 November
Who was the first emperor of Rome?
- Mini crossword, Monday 2 November
A mini crossword you can solve in a few minutes.
- Daily crossword, Monday 2 November
Test your smarts with Newsroom's daily crossword.
- Voters trust Labour over National on seven top issues – just not the one that matters
Analysis: Labour dominates National on the economy, cost of living and health in a new poll, but voters still don't see a vision from the party
- Unemployment peak: Will the last big piece of pre-election economic data shift the dial?
Westpac expects unemployment to fall to 5.5% – its first drop in five years.
- The Body Shop returns to Christchurch after $12m collapse as new owners plan nationwide expansion
The previous operator’s $12m collapse closed 16 stores and cost about 70 jobs.
- The seaweed breakthrough is here. Now can NZ cash in?
New Zealand has learned to grow seaweed. Now comes the harder part of making the ionvestment pay off.
- Northland property values fall across all districts as average drops to $813k
- Northland’s water investment is turning potential into lasting growth – Ken Couper
Northland Waters will serve all Northland district councils from 1 July 2027.
- The most popular names among political wannabes
The key takeaways from a deep dive into the names of all 530 candidates vying for your vote this election.
- Every electorate race in Election 2026, ranked from least interesting to most interesting
Which battles should you be grabbing the popcorn for come Saturday night?
- Policy Probability: Solar energy policy
Solar has support across the political spectrum, with market reforms on offer.
- Drug and alcohol rehab referrals: More people waiting over three weeks
The three-week referral rate fell to 70.7% last year, from 73.2% in 2021.
- Whanganui LIM reports: Council warns of third-party sites charging high fees
'The council is right there, and they are accountable,' a real estate agency manager says.
- Whanganui Port seeks new dredging operator, records deficit
'We’re running regular surveys to see what the siltation rate is.'
- Whanganui runner Nat Kirk’s journey to social media fame
His videos on making running fun have amassed nearly half a million Instagram followers.
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- One in, one out: Call for more pool space as Waterworld numbers soar
Hamilton aquatic centre Waterworld’s surging popularity could lead to expansion or another facility all together, a local councillor says
- ‘The number one thing people raise’: Health minister takes stock
From a major win in the Waikato medical school to a major tragedy in a death in Waikato Hospital’s ED, it’s a turbulent time for health.
- Man clocked doing 162kph on expressway was ‘sick of the roadworks’
Irritation with repairs on the Waikato Expressway was the apparent impetus for Isaac Bennett to drive at more than 50kph over the speed limit.
- Contractor slams Hamilton greenwaste centre closure
A Hamilton contractor fears businesses will be left scrambling when the organic centre shuts, following a council decision made behind closed doors.
- International flights land Waikato with a $19m spending boost
International flights are driving a surge in overseas visitor spending in the Waikato, buffering a drop in cash-strapped domestic tourists.
- Fieldays pushes for stronger partnership with city council
It’s ‘advocacy and partnership’ the agri event needs to help get visitors staying longer, the chief executive told councillors.
- Even Senate will swing to Democrats, says US election expert
One of America's leading election experts, Allan Lichtman, is back with a confident forecast for this week's midterm elections: the Democrats will win both chambers of Congress.
- ‘Connection’ key in Black Ferns’ revival, though ‘pebble under the mattress’ remains
ANALYSIS: The women in black are back on track, but there are still several areas which will need to be better come next year’s historic series against the Lions.
- Who is James Talarico, man of the midterms?
The 37-year-old Christian progressive is standing for the Senate in Texas, in the first real challenge to red hegemony in the state for decades.
- Dismembered at Newlands, Pat Cummins’ Aussie cricketers no longer deserve to be called the world’s best
ANALYSIS: There will now be a strong case that the current approach - patching up an ageing team with more senior players - must make way for something more dynamic.
- ‘The children always seem to come last’: Survey of childcare teachers spotlights adult-to-child ratio loopholes
Nearly half of more than 3000 childcare teachers surveyed say they don’t have enough time to get to know the children in their care.
- Te Tiriti and the battle over New Zealand’s constitutional future
From entrenching Te Tiriti o Waitangi to abolishing the Waitangi Tribunal, political parties are proposing vastly different futures for the country's founding agreement.
- The workers’ rights promise that could test the left and Opportunity
While Labour and the Greens are united in promising to restore workers’ rights in their first 100 days, there’s a potential problem with their plans.
- New to town: Bringing pre-loved luxury to New Zealand and beyond
From the marketplaces of Japan to New Zealand and beyond, Ashley Burt is helping bring a touch of vintage luxury to shoulders everywhere.
- The uncharted territory of Raglan artist Sam Mathers
The best known of Raglan’s many artists, many of Sam Mathers’ works are distinctive, if not instantly recognisable.
- Blade Runner 2099, more Black Doves among November’s must-see TV
The beloved sci-fi film franchise comes to the small screen, while Netflix’s hit spy series, The Gilded Age and North of North are all back.
- The weekend the overhang became real
ANALYSIS: Few voters seem to care about the intricacies of MMP. But it was the main topic of discussion on the last weekend of the campaign.
- Leaders travel far and wide to win votes as election day looms
The Post has analysed the travel plans of the party leaders so you can see which areas of the country they are working hard in.
- David Jones operating on borrowed time, NZ exit imminent: source
The department store is facing financial distress, with its future hanging in the balance ahead of the critical Christmas shopping period.
- Address land costs to boost new home building, construction forum told
The construction sector still faces challenges, but there are things that help and times will get better, speakers at an industry forum say.
- Boat builders steer towards Australian expansion
With wife Ester, Nigel Tongs has taken over the business of Allan Tongs Boatbuilders from his father. The and signed an Australia-wide distribution agreement with d'Albora Yacht Brokers, the leading vessel brokerage, to expand business across the ditch.
- Long-serving pace bowler still sharp as Black Caps thump India
Adam Milne, in his 16th year as a NZ international, took four wickets to give the hosts a second succesive victory as the T20I series ended in Hamilton.
- The All Blacks who need a big tour of Europe
ANALYSIS: All Blacks coach Dave Rennie’s preferences are becoming clearer by the week.
- Editorial: Please stop calling elections so early
EDITORIAL: For 15 years, prime ministers have given voters plenty of notice. It is time to reconsider whether that is doing anyone a favour.
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- Council defends $392,000 water manager package branded ‘pointless’
The letters between Wellington’s mayor and Local Government Minister are polite with an underlying tone of WTF.
- Cost of living, bus fares and jobs top voters’ minds
A supermarket dash, a cafe break and a bus stop become windows into what voters hope the next government will change.
- Outside the tent: What Michael Wood’s distance says about Chris Hipkins’ campaign
OPINION: In rain-soaked Mt Roskill, the Labour leader kept former minister Michael Wood at arm’s length, laying bare simmering caucus leadership tensions.
- Cannabis grow-up leaves Auckland landlord with huge repair bill
A landlord has been awarded thousands of dollars after a rental property was damaged in what the Tenancy Tribunal believed was a commercial cannabis-growing operation
- Inside the rehearsal room, where Olympic chaos turns into theatre gold
From lawnmowers to strychnine, Sophie Henderson shares why Silo Theatre’s wild new Olympic comedy at Auckland's Q Theatre embraces pure failure.
- The real grassroots election: Vote Soody – for his love of rugby and his club
Two days before Kiwis head to the polls, voting closes in the Farmlands Rural Rugby Legends competition, offering a far more selfless lineout of national contenders.
- Investment fund helps reduce sting of increased costs for South Taranaki District Council
While fallout from the Iran war, new legislation and the price of pipe drove up costs for the South Taranaki District Council, a strong performance from its investment fund help bring some balance to the books
- A familiar face in a new role
Stepping away from teaching into her leadership role was just a little bittersweet for new Taranaki Diocesan for Girls’ principal Caroline Gonouya.
- New Plymouth’s central business district soon-to-be open to dogs
After years of resistance New Plymouth’s antiquated dog bylaw banning pooches from the city’s main business district has been dropped.
- Mum’s dream of one last trip to Queenstown after devastating MND diagnosis
At 52 years old, Aroha O’Brien has been given one to two years to live. Now she wants to take one last trip to the place she calls her “spiritual home”.
- Haiti announces new election dates as 2,000 Salvadoran troops help fight gangs
Haiti’s government has announced new election dates as the armed gangs who terrorise the country continue to fight against Haitian police and soldiers, who are now backed by the recent arrival of more than 2000 troops from El Salvador.
- A US cruise ship suspends a global voyage in Asia due to fuel costs, stranding 200 passengers
A US cruise ship on an around-the-world voyage that touted its cabins as floating homes suspended its three-year journey in Cambodia due to fuel costs, forcing hundreds of passengers to disembark.
- What should you do with a $120,000 lump sum? Investment expert Dean Anderson answers your questions
The MoneyMakers is a new series in which we interview individuals from the world of finance and business.
- The three things scare David Seymour about AI
Artificial intelligence, depending on who you listen to, could lead us into a post work utopia or literally cause human extinction.
- I can’t believe I’m gonna say this, but I think you should vote for Chris Bishop
She would rather poke her eyes out than party vote National, but this two-ticks Greenie argues Parliament genuinely needs Chris Bishop.
- They have an autistic adult son. Now they’re asking: what happens when we die?
Parents of disabled children face different struggles.
- The one thing a luxury lodge owner looks for when booking a stay
Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat co-founder and director Kaye Paardekooper reveals her go-to road-trip soundtrack, top flight habits, and why her own Mackenzie backyard is impossible to beat.
- ‘This community didn’t need another bottle store’: liquor store owners forced into U-turn
Jagdev Singh told Stuff the level of opposition was instrumental in the decision to withdraw the application.
- AM quiz: Madagascar is off the coast of what continent?
Stuff morning quiz: November 2
- The Money Makers: what should you do with a $120,000 lump sum?
Kernel Wealth founder Dean Anderson answers questions from Stuff audience members. Watch the full video on Extra Stuff.
- "The three things which scare David Seymour about AI"
In the lead up to the election, Stuff is sitting down with each party to hear their policy and perspective on the most important technology of our time.
- The Money Makers: Dean Anderson
Damien Venuto goes beyond the headlines for the stories behind the fortunes. His first guest on The Money Makers is Dean Anderson, the founder and chief executive of digital investment and KiwiSaver platform Kernel Wealth.
- Inflation and investment returns: What you really earn after tax and fees
- Tonga v Samoa live updates: Rugby League World Cup clash from Sydney
All the action from Sydney's CommBank Stadium.
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- Yamaha pulls out of MotoGP race in Qatar over safety concerns in the Middle East
MotoGP team Yamaha said Sunday it will not race in the Qatar Grand Prix next weekend over safety concerns in the Middle East.
- Phoenix women dealt striker injury blow as winless start continues
Makala Woods, the scorer of both their goals this season, had to be helped off the field after suffering an ankle injury in the 17th minute.
- Rugby League World Cup: Tonga defeat Samoa 20-18 in tight match
Tonga has triumphed over Samoa in their must-win final group match of the Rugby League World Cup at Sydney's CommBank Stadium.
- Aussie rugby players launch legal action amid pay war impasse with Rugby Australia
Wallabies stars will kick off the spring tour in London this week amid an escalating pay dispute with Rugby Australia.
- Tonga to face Kiwis in semifinals after beating Samoa in epic World Cup contest
Samoa will play the Kangaroos in the second semifinal.
- Black Caps v India result: Tim Seifert blasts New Zealand to victory in T20 series finale
Glenn Phillips set a new record for the most runs in a T20 International series.
- Black Caps player ratings: Tell us how they performed against India
We want your take on how each of Black Caps performed against India in their fifth T20 match.
- Wild finish ‘one of the great moments’ in World Cup history
In one of the craziest endings to a Rugby League World Cup match, Lebanon has won 24-20 in a golden point finish against France.
- Seifert finds form as Black Caps finish T20I series with back-to-back wins
The series finished with India 3-2 winners and New Zealand ruing two close defeats in the first two matches in Christchurch.
- NZ author praised over new book ‘bearing witness’ to Gaza genocide
Asia Pacific Report A prominent Palestinian advocate has praised a new book launched last week investigating the history, human consequences and international failures over Israel’s three-year genocide in Gaza and beyond. “At a time when truth, justice, and accountability matter more than ever, documenting these events and preserving the stories of those affected is essential,”
- Police seek help to identify man found in water off Auckland beach
A member of the public pulled the man from the water and CPR was attempted, but the man was pronounced dead on the beach
- 'Space vape' drug warning ahead of summer festival season
Space vapes are vape pods containing the drug etomidate, a dissociative anaesthetic drug similar to ketamine.
- Tonga face Samoa in Rugby League World Cup blockbuster
Tonga face Samoa in a Rugby League World Cup clash at CommBank Stadium in Sydney.
- LIVE: Rugby League World Cup: Tonga v Samoa
All the action as Tonga and Samoa face off in a blockbuster match to decide their pool at the Rugby League World Cup.
- They had one foot out the door. Could a $170,000 renovation save their family home?
A $1.7m beachside house was tempting. But this Orewa couple chose to stay put
- St John moves Levin paramedics to Palmerston North
Hato Hone St John is trialling a Palmerston North base for its two Levin extended care paramedics.
- Triple-bogey sinks leading NZ amateur’s dream of playing next year’s Masters and Open
Zack Swanwick’s finished second at the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship at Te Arai Links after starting the final round with a two-shot lead.
- Porirua deputy mayor Kylie Wihapi dies
Mayor Anita Baker said Wihapi died on Saturday morning as the result of a fall.
- St Leonards Beach: Man dies after being pulled from water
A member of the public pulled the man from the ocean and attempted CPR.
- China’s CCP backs Xi on tighter party discipline and anti-corruption
The decisions could set the stage for personnel changes in key leadership bodies next year, when Xi is expected to secure a fourth term as party leader.
- Rotorua brothers preparing to hit the world skate stage in Japan
One cheap skateboard in lockdown has led this pair to competing against some of their heroes.
- Rugby league parades: Motorists fined for dangerous behaviour in Tauranga
Police saw unrestrained young people leaning from windows and waving flags.
- The broccoli-cooking mistake that may reduce its health benefits
Washington Post: Popular preparation methods might be removing key nutrients.
- Black Caps v India live updates: Fifth Twenty20 International from Hamilton’s Seddon Park
All the action from the T20 series finale in Hamilton.
- Black Caps chasing another consolation win in fifth T20I against India
Follow live coverage of the fifth T20 international between the Black Caps and India at Seddon Park in Hamilton.
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- The simple mistake that sidelines new runners
Thinking of hitting the pavement as the weather improves? A podiatrist warns increasing your load too fast will lead to injury.
- The National Party is facing heat today from all sides
Act says it misled voters. The Greens say the party is fraying under pressure.
- The Black Ferns have ended their season with a clean sweep of France
picking up two World Rugby awards in the process. Kuiper Olsen Baker was named fifteens player of the year, while Eleanor Plum King one breakthrough player of the year.
- A ridge of high pressure dominates the North Island
Isolated showers are sprinkling the south, but it's looking fine in the north with just a bit of cloud about looking at the top of the country tomorrow.
- 'Decorate the house, car and kids': Excitement for rugby league Pacific showdown
Police are reminding Tongan and Samoan rugby league supporters to drive safely for tonight's world cup clash in Sydney.
- Election 2026: Winston Peters says foreign country interested in Kaikohe airport
NZ First leader says Kaikohe’s crime must fall before the airport proposal advances.
- The magic behind Country Calendar's 60-year run
Director and now narrator Dan Henry says “ordinariness” of the people on the show is part of the beauty.
- 'Itching all night': Hot summer threatens to inflame eczema misery
Paige Mills plays basketball but even in 30C heat wears long sleeves and leggings to hide her irritated skin.
- Police warn league fans after Tauranga convoys
Police say hundreds of vehicles backing Samoa and Tonga caused noise and blocked intersections, with infringements issued.
- Learning support demand 'outpacing what the system can provide' - Ministry
Average wait times for children needing Ministry of Education support for their disabililties rose across the board last year.
- Firefighters bring blaze at South Auckland industrial site under control
At least several cars and a building were on fire at a property near Great South and Mahia Roads.
- Lily Allen dresses up as unsold seats weeks after cancelling her only NZ performance
Musician Lily Allen has seemingly taken inspiration from her cancelled Auckland gig for her Halloween outfit.
- Cummins responds to Warner’s blast; signals changes for Black Caps series
The Australian captain conceded more changes would be required to the team.
- As it happened: Election campaign 1 November
ACT’s Paul Henry weighed in earlier on Sunday, accusing National of being "two-faced" over the issue.
- Fiji military seeks end to constitutional immunity, pledges neutrality
By Repeka Nasiko in Suva Republic of the Fiji Military Forces Commander Major-General Ro Jone Kalouniwai has called for a Truth, Accountability and Reconciliation Commission to replace the immunity clause in the Constitution. Presenting before the Parliamentary Special Committee reviewing the Constitution Amendment Bill in Suva yesterday, Major-General Kalouniwai reaffirmed the RFMF’s position that it
- Parties and power tools: Noise tops complaints in Auckland Council’s new AI-reporting tool
Noise issues are the most reported complaints received on Auckland Council’s artificial intelligence assistant tool, especially during the weekends.
- Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship: Fifa Laopakdee defends title after Kiwis fade on final day
The Thai player secured invitations to the Masters and the Open Championship again.
- Key pleads with Epsom to back Goldsmith over Seymour, Henry calls National 'two-faced'
National's coalition allies are scrambling for a bigger share of the party votes in the current election.
- NASA telescope teeters on Earth plunge after failed rescue mission
The Swift Observatory is expected to re-enter the atmosphere after 22 years of studying cosmic explosions.
- Massive emergency response to wreckers yard fire in Auckland
Eighteen fire trucks and approximately 72 firefighters sent to the scene as a thick cloud of smoke blocked out surrounding areas.