Focus: highly-anticipated rooftop dining terrace open at Westfield Newmarket

Ex-top cop Jevon McSkimming’s name suppression drops on objectionable material charges. Video / NZ Herald, Pool

Ryan Bridge speaks to Whanganui district mayor Andrew Tripe on achieving the lowest rates rise in New Zealand.

PPTA President Chris Abercrombie talks about the impact of Government's decision to replace NCEA. Video / Herald NOW

Personal Finance with Forsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis.

Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and Sarah Henry, Are Media editorial director, join Ryan Bridge on the Herald NOW panel to discuss the big issues from today. Video / Herald NOW

Sport Panel joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW: Liam Lawson, All Blacks team naming and The Warriors' cruel loss to the Dolphins.

Erica Stanford and Christopher Luxon make an education announcement

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon talks to Ryan Bridge after NZ was slapped with a 15% tariff by US. Video / Herald NOW

Newstalk ZB's South Island News Director Claire Sherwood on the senior Labour MP standing down and a new robotic lab for Christchurch.

AT Parking Services group manager John Strawbridge responds after mobility permit holders were fined after new software didn’t pick up their permits.

Martin Snedden speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the Online Casino Gambling (OCG) Bill and its apparent lack of funding for grassroots sports.

NZ Herald Deputy Political Editor Adam Pearse speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about New Zealand's response to a 15% US tariff, the National Party conference and changes at NCEA

Liam Lawson finishes 8th at the Hungarian Grand Prix and Black Caps pace bowler Nathan Smith is ruled out of the final Cricket test against Zimbabwe. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW weather for Monday, 4th August 2025. Video / Herald NOW

Green Party co-Leader Chlöe Swarbrick on government plans to overhaul conservation land law.

Trade Minister Todd McClay intends to negotiate the 15% trade tariff imposed by Donald Trump and a major announcement over the future of NCEA is expected. Video / NZ Herald

Reporter Loyalty is at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Kōtuku, where the tamariki are tending the chickens and gardens with the help of George Washington himself.

Retail reporter Tom Raynel talks to two former New World Victoria Park workers who allege ageism in Foodstuffs hiring process. Video / Alyse Wright, Jason Dorday

Today on The Front Page, University of Canterbury emeritus Professor David Norton is with us to break down whether we’ll be able to meet our ambitious climate targets.

The man is accused of serious charges and due in the Wellington District Court this morning. Video / Mark Mitchell

Police officers and the Eagle helicopter have been seen at Meola Reef. One person was taken into custody. Video / NZ Herald

Small Business reporter Tom Raynel interviews Takapuna Beach Cafe owner James Bryant about the beachfront hotspot and his plans for the business.

Trade Minister Todd McClay to head to the US, hoping to ease New Zealand's tariff hike, and Forest and Bird says loosening rules on conservation land puts our biodiversity at risk.

Footage of the dance was repeatedly played in court at the trial for the high-profile criminal, who cannot currently be named.

Following a jobs report showing weak employment growth, US President Donald Trump fired labour statistics chief Dr Erika McEntarfer, calling the report 'rigged.' Video / AFP

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Conservation Minister Tama Potaka took questions at the National Party Conference. Video / Adam Pearse

A pair of MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighters from the far north town of Kaikohe battle it out in the ring; but in this gym the battle isn’t just about the glory and grit. V / NZIFF

A man has died overnight following a street fight in Ōtara, with police launching a homicide investigation. Video / NZ Herald

Sylvia Wood talks about the challenges of governing in a coalition and plans for the next election ahead of her party's annual conference in Christchurch. Video / Mark Mitchell

A US special envoy has arrived in Gaza in hopes to mediate some peace. Turmoil offer Trump's tariffs continues. Job layoffs at Weta Workshop in Wellington. PM is in Christchurch.

Renowned architect George Clarke explores some of New Zealand's most unique off-grid builds in his new series. Video / Sky NZ

There’s been a 22.5% fall in spending over the past year. The Karangahape Road retail sector is feeling the pressure. Video / Jason Dorday

NZ Herald Live: Government ministers Nicola Willis and Todd McClay provide a trade update.

Michelle Montague reflects on her MMA journey after signing with the UFC. Video / NZ Herald

New gas and oil laws may lead to legal battles, national tsunami threat lifted and senior doctors get pay offer.

Petra Bagust and former Auckland Mayor Phil Goff on the Herald NOW panel. Video / Herald NOW

Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance Spokesperson Sam Warren on Auckland rates rise. Video / Herald NOW

The Country Host Hamish McKay on why farmer confidence is at an eight year high. Video / Herald NOW

Metservice Head of Weather News Heather Keats on what's in store for the weekend's weather. Video / Herald NOW