New ZealandLong-serving regional councillor resignsHer resignation won't trigger a byelection; the seat stays vacant until October.14 May 12:31 AM
New Zealand'Their responsibility': Harbourmaster warns skippers against dangerous bar crossingsThe warning comes after two Raglan rescues carried out in three days.13 May 11:38 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKiwis need to learn to trust charitiesOPINION: Charities should be free to think big and act boldly, not face unfair scrutiny.13 May 11:37 PM
PoliticsGreens promise $88b from new taxes spanning inheritance to private jetsThe Greens want a wealth tax, inheritance tax and some income tax increases.13 May 11:11 PM
New Zealand'Leave it alone': Asbestos warning for Auckland beachgoersThe asbestos pieces, 5-10cm in size, are likely from historical construction waste.13 May 11:06 PM
New ZealandToo many 'caught in the crossfire' of preventable crashes, senior firefighter saysIn 2024, 27 people died, and 153 were seriously injured in Northland crashes.13 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandIs the South Island still free of 'pond weed' hornwort?Hornwort is considered the worst submerged weed in New Zealand.13 May 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of May 12 - 18Rod Emmerson's take on the week.13 May 10:35 PM
New ZealandKim Kardashian's court appearance is a 'heroic effort' says her lawyer"I think it was, you know, a heroic effort on her part," says Kardashian's lawyer, after the reality TV star appeared in Paris court.Watch13 May 10:26 PM
New ZealandCritical injuries reported in truck and car crashThe road has now reopened. 13 May 09:53 PM
CrimeTeen accused of murdering US student at Auckland bus stop pleads not guiltyNot guilty pleas were entered through lawyers.13 May 09:50 PM
New ZealandTraffic delays: Truck breakdown and SH29A crashEmergency services are at the scene of a crash on SH29A, near Maungatapu.13 May 09:29 PM
New ZealandBiofuel-powered kiwifruit ship an 'exciting step forward'The Kowhai used biofuel made from used cooking oil bunkered in Hong Kong.13 May 09:25 PM
New ZealandWatch: Idling ambulance stolen, taken for brazen 20-minute joyride Dashcam footage shows theft of ambulance awaiting patient transfer. 13 May 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Ridiculous': Why Firearms Minister compared guns to ovens and toastersMcKee raises concern about the cost-benefit justification for maintaining a gun registry.13 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandAmbulance stolen while waiting for patient transfer in TimaruAn ambulance was stolen and taken for a joyride in Timaru while medical staff were preparing a patient for transfer. Video / SuppliedWatch13 May 08:55 PM
New ZealandWillis signals KiwiSaver changes amidst Superfund withdrawal announcementThe Finance Minister is signalling changes, saying they would be 'positive'. 13 May 08:30 PM
New Zealand'Significantly threaten': Minister's memo on surgery risks heavily redactedPrivate hospitals attract specialists with higher salaries, causing public staff loss.13 May 08:24 PM
LivePoliticsWatch: 'The current system fails' – Govt investing $140m to boost dire school attendance ratesMost of the Government's funding will go towards creating a new nationwide service.13 May 08:21 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: David Seymour speaks to mediaNZ Herald Live: David Seymour speaks to media on budget 2025Watch13 May 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHundreds of blood tests lost in transit between Wellington and Auckland It comes as Awanui considers processing Auckland tests in Wellington permanently. 13 May 07:42 PM
PoliticsDavid Seymour's $140 million Getting kids in School programmeDavid Seymour speaks with Mike Hosking about the new $140 million Getting kids in School programme. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 May 07:41 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentBorn to be bad: George Thorogood on black influence, white critics and singing the bluesMike Thorpe speaks to the music legend and his 50-year career ahead of his NZ gigs.13 May 07:33 PM
New Zealand‘Addicted to spending’: Ratepayers fight ‘wicked’ 12% rates riseThe mayor says the council has already found millions of dollars in savings. 13 May 07:08 PM
New ZealandNew mobile phone plan for kids: Spark's move a 'great step' but will it protect children?It comes after PM Luxon said Cabinet would consider banning social media for under-16s.13 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandDrug Sales Go Digital, Kids Struggle Post-Covid, & Trump Visits Middle East | NZ Herald News UpdateNZ drug markets shift online, Covid-born kids face school challenges, and Trump meets Saudi leaders on visit to Middle East.Watch13 May 06:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn the Up: The Kiwi athlete starring in US academia - and on the trackA near-four-minute miler and a GPA of 3.95 - Karsen Vesty is thriving in Boston.13 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Shaun Hendy's warning on the Covid lessons we're still to learn OPINION: A new book by the Covid modeller is a compulsive read with provocative ideas. 13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSchools reimbursed $76k after school lunch programme mishapsNorthland schools got $2877 as Ministry of Education reimburses more than $76,000.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne advances plan for Regional Response Team in emergenciesThe council says the team will cost less than $10 per property per year for ratepayers.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe complex battle against misinformation in NZ vaccination effortsChildhood immunisation rates in NZ have reached a three-year high of 80.2%.13 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We have to do our bit, whether on defence or to tackle climate changeOPINION: Could Trump's tariffs help us tackle climate change?13 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Most urgent needs only': Youth mental health service cut by 90%Health NZ has had 'significant difficulties' recruiting for two psychiatrist vacancies.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatercare spends $11m on consultants for delayed $1.12b projectSome works are significantly behind schedule, the Watercare board heard.13 May 05:00 PM
