OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why the Government needs the rural sectorOpinion: The government is emphasising the role of rural areas in economic recovery.03 Mar 10:29 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating after man found dead on remote alpine roadsidePolice are asking for any witnesses to come forward with information. 03 Mar 10:14 PM
New ZealandWoman charged with manslaughter after 11-year-old cyclist's crash deathThe woman also faces charges of driving with excess breath alcohol and failing to stop.03 Mar 10:13 PM
New ZealandMan, 20, charged with drug driving causing deaths of teen girl and 20yo manHe will be back in court next month. 03 Mar 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand’Pattern of behaviour': Hastings council chided for stream and dam maintenance failuresReport delves into problems after Jessica Maxwell complained to the Ombudsman.03 Mar 09:50 PM
New Zealand‘I’m hell-bent on winning gold’: Napier skier’s quest at Special OlympicsNine Kiwis are representing New Zealand among over 1500 athletes.03 Mar 09:45 PM
New ZealandPolice too slow to perform CPR on gang member who died in cells – watchdogThe Independent Police Conduct Authority release report into death of Taranaki Fuimaono.03 Mar 09:34 PM
New ZealandStolen caravan leaves trail of destruction through WellingtonThe caravan tipped on its side and hit multiple objects as it was dragged along.03 Mar 09:34 PM
New Zealand‘We all have a part to play’: New Salvation Army leader on ‘grim’ state of nationJanine Donaldson is the first female leader of New Zealand’s Salvation Army. 03 Mar 09:32 PM
KahuWhy 450-piece waka discovery on Chatham Island is a historic findThe limited excavation of a waka on Rēkohu has finished.03 Mar 09:28 PM
New Zealand‘Love you Scrap Dogg’: Murder accused drops suppression bidChalise Tei Barton-Barbarich allegedly killed a woman during a brawl.03 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘Like I’m guilty’: Supermarket sorry for questioning shopper’s $1k grocery billShe paid her large grocery bill and then was stopped, with staff wanting personal details.03 Mar 08:56 PM
New ZealandPāmu reports half-year net profit of $62mPāmu - formerly Landcorp - is New Zealand's largest pastoral farmer.03 Mar 08:49 PM
New ZealandName suppression: What could change and why do some offenders get to keep their name a secret?Legal groups warn the changes pose significant risks to victims.03 Mar 08:36 PM
CrimeLake Hāwea homicide: Trial date set for husband accused of killing wife Police launched a homicide investigation in November.03 Mar 08:31 PM
New Zealand‘Make a sandwich’: Luxon’s response to school lunch backlashLuxon said he would rather the state not have the responsibility of feeding students. 03 Mar 07:55 PM
New ZealandComplaints over student’s clothing halts bus safety campaignThe local council said it did not take a position on any political issue. 03 Mar 07:11 PM
New Zealand‘It’s not a way to run a health service’ - the cost of health redundanciesHealth NZ has now paid out more than $33 million alone to staff it has cut.03 Mar 06:56 PM
New Zealand‘Mass surveillance’: Debate as police up use of number-plate techThe systems help investigate crime and check on 'suspicious' persons.03 Mar 06:44 PM
New Zealand‘Inappropriate’ symbol: Swastika pendant removed at festivalOrganisers said it went against the festival's kaupapa of inclusivity.03 Mar 06:00 PM
PoliticsLuxon believes US still ‘reliable partner’ after Trump-Zelenskyy blow-upMeanwhile, Labour's Chris Hipkins purposefully dodged a key question. 03 Mar 05:57 PM
New ZealandWellington Water Costs Soar, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts & GP Reforms | NZ Herald News UpdateWellington Water Costs Triple for Ratepayers, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts in Education and Govt GP Reforms.Watch03 Mar 05:42 PM
KahuFather and son’s beach find may be NZ’s greatest archaeological discoveryAround 400 pieces, including unique carvings and braided rope, have been excavated.03 Mar 05:36 PM
New Zealand‘A pleasant surprise’: BoP, Rotorua mayors ranked in nationwide pollA Curia Market Research poll for the NZ Taxpayers’ Union has ranked mayors around NZ.03 Mar 05:17 PM
New ZealandNorth Hokianga A&P Show in picsPlenty on display at 110th North Hokianga Agricultural and Pastoral Show.03 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandProhibited fire season for Far North as dry district’s fire risk risesWaipoua River scrub fire finally brought under control.03 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHealth NZ pays close to $900k for voluntary redundancies in one regionThe PSA argues health cuts are risking patients' lives and should be stopped.03 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandDog control review: Roaming dogs found to be serious public safety issueThe report found the council performed well but should undertake more prosecutions.03 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Immoral’: Kiwis brace for power hikes with one woman facing 31% increaseSharon Sutton's daily charge with Frank Energy will rise 31% from April 1.03 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: David Seymour’s approach misses the mark on key issuesComplaints about school lunches include delays and poor nutritional value.03 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: ‘Marmite sandwich’ brigade living in the pastOPINION: 'The evidence for provided school lunches is clear – they work around the world.'03 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandClimate change: NZ faces 40% jump in city fires under ‘worst case’ warming scenarioAlarming new projections prompt fresh warnings against development in fire-prone areas. 03 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThe Royal Commission into abuse in care recommendation that the Government has quietly rejectedThe recommendation may not have been workable, and would have lengthened court delays. 03 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsCompany seeks funding to build Trans-Tasman power cableTaslink thinks the cable could be running by 2032 and reduce prices.03 Mar 04:00 PM
