'Solid demand': Strong start to the year for red meat exports
Export values in January increased 28% year-on-year to $927 million.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest from New Zealand
An aerial spectacular that will take your breath away
Belle: A Performance of Air transports you to a different world
‘Game changer’: $1m funding boost for Rotorua youth mental health
Rotorua's youth centre has been given a funding boost that will benefit 560 young locals.
Major Canterbury drug bust sees 120 charges laid, 13 arrested
Police seized $22,000 in cash and $38,000 worth of drugs.
Hamilton city councillor resigns just months before election
He was first elected as a councillor in the 2021 byelection.
Seymour, Stanford fail again to meet on school lunches amid diary issues
Seymour said the pair 'would get to it'.
Rolled concrete mixer on Christchurch's SH76
One person has been seriously injured after a concrete truck crashed on Christchurch's SH76.
Afternoon quiz: Which treaty officially ended World War I?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Group behind pride colours on Wellington crossing speaks out
The story behind Berhampore's guerrilla Transgender Pride crossing.
Nicola Willis fronts the media following the resignation Adrian Orr
Finance Minister Nicola Willis fronting the media at Parliament following the resignation of RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr. Video / Mark Mitchell
Gene technology bill: Hawke’s Bay apple CEO says it’s needed, but critics remain
'The only way we are going to continue to compete globally is through innovation.'
The PM talks Trump, tariffs, and sandwiches on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Emma Brodie, Emma Higgins, and Gordon Rennie.
Hokianga hospital rescue helicopter pad fundraiser hits $20k total in a week
Generous donors give $20k to upgrade Hokianga rescue helicopter pad.
Man allegedly takes Tauranga McDonald’s worker hostage at ‘gunpoint’
The man allegedly took the worker outside with something held against his neck.
‘Short-sighted’: Mayor criticises gap in Govt’s four-year term proposal
'Over the last few years, the flip-flopping of policy direction has cost our communities.'
‘Life-threatening’: Cyclone Alfred’s impact prompts urgent evacuations
Many are changing flights; officials are opening 12 evacuation centres.
Pyes Pa Road reduced to one lane after crash, minor injuries reported
'A car hit a bank and the driver sustained minor to moderate injuries,' police said.
String of suspicious fires south of Auckland under investigation
The fires were lit across the first three months of this year.
Concrete mixer rolls off Christchurch off ramp; driver seriously injured
The Christchurch Southern Motorway is closed near Curletts Rd following the crash.
US Stocks plummet as Trump’s tariffs take effect
US stocks have suffered significant losses after President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Mexico and Canada came into effect.
‘Hang on a minute’: Couple wins $10.5m on a whim
'It just doesn’t feel real', the winner says.
Sociopath teen rapist named in rare suppression lift
The teen would normally have kept suppression but his case was sent to the adult court.
Surfers tackle the rising swell as Tropical Cyclone Alfred nears
Gold Coast beaches have been closed to swimmers, but some surfers are still going into the swell. Video / Surfing Australia
‘We have changed our family’s future forever’: An inspiring whānau journey to home ownership
They moved from renting where they paid $611 weekly for a rundown home.
Short showers, limit sprinklers: Auckland on drought alert, water saving encouraged
The region's dams are lower than normal, prompting Watercare to activate plans.
Teen gang shooter avoids jail due to ‘worst’ childhood judge has seen
The teen fired five shots at rival gang utes in Rotorua.
Thunder on track: Motorsport park planned
Details of a new motorsport and driver training facility have been revealed.
Dashcam footage shows moment car crashed into median barrier
A truck driver captured the moment a car crashed into a median barrier on a main highway in Christchurch, March 4, 2025.
Canterbury Rams appoint 26-year-old head coach in quest for three-peat
Quinn Clinton ready to embrace challenge and knows other teams will be gunning for them.
Simeon Brown announces measures to boost nursing workforce
Health Minister Simeon Brown announces measures to boost our nursing workforce that will deliver immediate benefits to people seeking care. Video / Mark Mitchell
Happily Ever Wahfter: Lance O’Sullivan marries doctor fiancee in Vegas after game proposal
The Warriors lost on the pitch but the Northland pair came home winners.
Cause of Waipoua River fire to be announced as cleanup continues
Half of the evacuated residents returned home yesterday.
Teacher disguised himself, swapped drugs for oral sex with student
The girl didn't realise it was her teacher as his face was partially covered.
Gangs running the jails: Expert calls for segregated prison wings for patched members
Gangs 'create place of fear' and push inmates towards joining them for security - report.