Chris Knox

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Ben Leahy |Chris Knox

Three adjoining state homes on Amy St, Ellerslie, with council valuations each above $2 million, are part of an estimated $500m sell-off by Kāinga Ora in the coming financial year, with the Herald identifying 841 properties in Auckland that may go on sale. Our exclusive analysis maps the streets and suburbs with 841 of Auckland’s most valuable state homes in what could be a treasure map for developers eyeing Kāinga Ora’s sweeping sell-off.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Bonnie Jansen |Chris Knox

Most dangerous sports in New Zealand, ranked by the number of ACC claims. Illustration / Paul SlaterAnalysing ACC data on claims relating to different sports and recreational activities, Bonnie Jansen and Chris Knox reveal which sport poses the highest risk in Aotearoa. Rugby union was New Zealand’s most dangerous sport to play in 2024. Figures recorded by the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) revealed 34 new claims per 100 registered rugby players, costing $148 million of public money.

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Chris Knox

Home / New ZealandBy Chris KnoxData Editor and Head of Data Journalism·NZ Herald·24 Apr, 2025 05:00 PM2 mins to readSubscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen. Already a subscriber?  Sign in hereListening to articles is free for open-access content—explore other articles or learn more about text-to-speech. ‌SaveShare this articleBy the end of WW1 more than 18,000 New Zealanders had died.

1 month ago | nzherald.co.nz | Chris Knox

New research has connected increased use of EVs with increased carbon dioxide emissions. Photo / Brett PhibbsA new study has revealed a surprising trend: increasing use of electric vehicles (EVs) was linked to increased carbon dioxide emissions. The study found almost half of electricity in a country needs to be renewable before EVs contribute to reduced greenhouse gas emissions. New Zealand, with over 80% renewable electricity, is well-placed to take advantage of EVs to reduce emissions.

1 month ago | nzherald.co.nz | Chris Knox

Winners and LosersAcross the top:Angee Nicholas, Melissa Lee, Deborah Russell, and Tracy SummerfieldAnd across the bottom:Phil Twyford, Helen White, Paulo Garcia, and Megan WoodsThis week the Representation Commission proposed new electoral boundaries for the 2026 and 2029 elections. Electoral boundaries can impact which politicians win seats in Parliament. If the 2023 election had used the proposed boundaries for 2026, National may have gained two more electorate seats.