Thomas Coughlan

Thomas Coughlan is the Deputy Political Editor for the New Zealand Herald, where he has been covering political affairs since 2018. He plays a crucial role in reporting on significant political developments, including government policies and their impacts on the public, such as the recent issues surrounding childcare tax credits.

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New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan is the political editor for NZ Herald discussing the Middle East conflict. 5

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Middle East conflict wrap: 6 March 2026

New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan filed pieces based on an interview with Barbara Edmonds and the Government's response. 5

Christopher Luxon Winston Peters David Seymour Nicola Willis Barbara Edmonds Chris Hipkins Chris Bishop Ross Taylor Kieran Mcanulty Andrew Bayly Gerry Brownlee Julia Gabel

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Winston Peters can’t resist crack at Christopher Luxon over Iran fumble – Audrey Young

New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan discusses the challenges faced by the Government regarding infrastructure funding and road safety. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Thomas Coughlan: Infrastructure Commission asks Labour and National to do something unpopular

New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan wrote the article discussing the Reserve Bank inquiry. 5

Nicola Willis Chloe Swarbrick Grant Robertson

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Nicola Willis’ Reserve Bank inquiry asks the right questions at the wrong time – Thomas Coughlan

New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan is mentioned in relation to Peeni Henare's decision to quit. 5

Peeni Henare Willie Jackson Chris Hipkins Shane Jones Winston Peters David Parker Phil Twyford Jacinda Ardern Narendra Modi Xi Jinping Tau Henare Moko Tepania Willow Jean Prime

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: What’s behind Peeni Henare’s decision to quit, and the Government’s plan to welcome a very powerful visitor – Thomas Coughlan

New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan, the NZ Herald political editor, discussed the complexities of the Resource Management Act. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: How new RMA laws change granny flats and consents – The Front Page

New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan is the political editor at the New Zealand Herald. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: What the last week of the political year tells us about 2026 election and Christopher Luxon’s life-changing defection - Thomas Coughlan

New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan is mentioned as a political editor commenting on the economic situation. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: The three most improved MPs of 2025; zingers from Parliament’s Christmas roast – Audrey Young

New Zealand: Political Editor Thomas Coughlan breaks down the RMA reforms. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Watch: Political Editor Thomas Coughlan breaks down the RMA reforms

New Zealand: Thomas Coughlan reports on the government's new planning reforms. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Government gets its way with new planning reforms – Thomas Coughlan