The Front Page
The Front Page
Go beyond the headlines with The Front Page, the New Zealand Herald’s daily news analysis podcast. Each weekday Chelsea Daniels unpacks the stories shaping Aotearoa, from what’s happening in our own backyard to global events shaping our future. Every episode we speak to leaders, experts, reporters, and those living the story, so you get the full picture. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.Social links:
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Trade Me drops seller fees – now it has to win back users
Trade Me is bidding farewell to some of its marketplace fees. From March 10, sellers won’t have to pay a 7.9% success fee when they sell things like their couch, a dress, lamp, or TV. The platform’s said it wants to make it easier for Kiwis to declutter their homes, say goodbye to their second ha…
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National plunges to lowest poll as governing party in decades
A new poll out today spells a storm brewing for National. The Taxpayers’ Union Curia poll has shown National drop nearly three-points to 28.4% -- the lowest poll for the party since it formed a Government in 2023. It’s while Labour is up 0.3 points to 34.4% - The Greens are up to 10.5%, NZ First …
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How Rennie’s people-first style could reshape the All Blacks
Dave Rennie is the new coach of the All Blacks. The former Chiefs and Wallabies mentor will succeed Scott Razor Robertson, and take charge through until the end of the 2027 World Cup. But, does he have what it takes to bring about a much-needed reset for our national side? Today on The Front Pag…
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Iran strikes: Is it time for New Zealand to take a stronger stance?
The US and Israel are escalating attacks on Iran - which has launched counterattacks on neighbouring Gulf states. All the while, the push and pull on European leaders has been in the spotlight – with Trump publicly chastising UK PM Sir Keir Starmer. That’s due to his refusal to offer up a British…
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Iran and the Strait of Hormuz: What rising oil prices mean for New Zealand
Iran has cut off one of the world’s most strategically important choke points. About a fifth world’s total oil consumption passes through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s revolutionary guards commander-in-chief has warned that “if anyone tries to pass” they will “set those ships ablaze”. The narrow …
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How US-Israel assault on Iran could repeat 20 years of failed wars
The US and Israel have launched a massive assault on Iran. Benjamin Netanyahu has said that the strikes will increase over the coming days. Donald Trump has said that they “figured it will be four weeks or so” when asked about a potential timeline. Iran has retaliated, unleashing its own strikes…
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“Other things I know about” – Seymour suggests Air NZ issues beyond reported financial downturn
The debate over asset sales has reared its head again, this time after a very grim result for our national carrier. Air New Zealand has reported an after tax $40 million loss for the six months to December. We’ve had a controversial and complicated history when it comes to selling off state asset…
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Why are young women less likely to own the home they live in?
New figures show New Zealand women are significantly under-represented in property ownership. More than half (53%) of Gen Z men and two-thirds (66%) of Millennial men own the home they live in. That’s compared to the female figures of about a third and under half, respectively. Today on The F…
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Is cash still king, or should New Zealand go cashless?
Is cash really still King? For years, more stores are no longer accepting cash as payment and it’s easy to see why, with 94% of transactions in 2024 being digital. They’re also not obligated to either. In 2023, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand found cash usage for everyday purchases had decreased …
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What will it take for dog laws to change in wake of another fatal attack?
There are calls for urgent action – after yet another fatal dog attack. The death of a 62-year-old woman in Northland marks the fourth fatal dog attack in four years. It’s while dog-related injuries and hospitalisations rise every year. ACC statistics show more than 29,200 dog-related injuries i…
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