Adam Pearse is a Political Reporter at the New Zealand Herald based in the gallery in Wellington. His reporting focuses on government and politics, with a keen interest in elections, public policy, and regional as well as world news. Adam's work has been featured in various outlets, including News.com.au, RNZ, and Global Finance Herald.
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Adam Pearse's coverage is heavily focused on government and politics, particularly in New Zealand. He provides extensive coverage of government announcements and evolving political stories. Given this focus, he would be most receptive to pitches that offer insights from experts or stakeholders with a deep understanding of New Zealand politics, government policies, and key figures such as the Prime Minister and Opposition leaders.
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By: Adam Pearse
The survey indicates Kiwis' interest in immigration has decreased.
By: Adam Pearse
Former senior ministers in the previous Labour Government are dismissing criticism from one of their fellow MPs, who felt the previous Government lacked staff who could pull together and execute its intended reforms.
By: Adam Pearse
Government minister and New Zealand First leader Winston Peters is hinting at possible “good news” for the beleaguered Moana Pasifika Super Rugby Pacific franchise, which owes the Crown $2.7 million among its debts.
By: Adam Pearse
High levels of concern within the homeschooling community have forced the Government to pause legislation introducing “draconian” regulations.
By: Adam Pearse
Sport Minister Mark Mitchell can't say whether the Government will see the return of a $2.75 million loan given to Super Rugby Pacific franchise Moana Pasifika, which has been placed in liquidation.
By: Adam Pearse
Upgrades to hospitals, new school developments and extending the Waikato Expressway are among the big-ticket items in the Government's boosted capital spend in Budget 2026.
By: Adam Pearse
Almost half a billion dollars is being held in reserve by the Government in Budget 26 to address further shocks caused by high fuel prices amid an ongoing and unpredictable conflict in the Middle East.
By: Adam Pearse
High levels of concern within the homeschooling community have forced the Government to pause legislation introducing “draconian” regulations.
By: Adam Pearse
Labour isn't yet saying what the party does and doesn't support after the release of the Government's Budget.
By: Thomas Coughlan, Adam Pearse, Jamie Ensor
Every year, on Budget night, the Government introduces legislation to pass with its Budget.
