PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil reform: The Wayne Brown way has arrivedAuckland Council has a new development office and has taken direct control of planning.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Flying’ through the air: Grandfather's call for safer crossings after crashKara Shortland was seriously injured in Raumanga near the Ōtaika Shopping Centre in March.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsExclusive: Finance Minister eyeing tax settings ahead of potential election-year changesA 'wide range of options' is now under consideration.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPredator who posed as a child online to target NZ girls is unmaskedHe was sentenced to six years and five months on 12 charges, including grooming children.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsRevealed: The Govt departments that pushed back on minister's diversity requirements cullThe Government plans to remove diversity requirements from the Public Service Act.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Drones make Matariki even brighter in RotoruaTwinkle twinkle little drone! Reporter Kanoa is in Rotorua, where the Aronui Arts Festival and 300 of its best drone friends take to the skies to tell magical Matariki stories.Watch06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBalancing power: What the employment law changes mean for youComment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsShould stealing kids be protected from citizen’s arrest? Child welfare watchdog airs concernsChief Children’s Commissioner says children should be free from 'all forms of violence'.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: When travelling, do not rely on the good faith and help of strangersOPINION: I’m amazed that New Zealand paid $29 million towards a satellite.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Anti-expert rhetoric needs to stopOPINION: Would you take the advice of a master plumber or your husband for a leaky pipe?06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe stark reality of NZ's rising school absence crisisAlmost two thirds are students aged between 12 and 14.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCraig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreationOPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Serious-to-critical': Crash shuts SH1 in Northland, delays expectedEmergency services were called to the scene about 7.45pm.06 Jul 08:48 AM
Crime'No bad blood': Inmate apologises for shanking prison officerThe guard was lured from his office and then attacked by the prisoner.06 Jul 08:00 AM
Wellington'Exercise caution': Investigation into Kiwi's death in elephant attackAlison Taylor died alongside her relative, Easton Janet Taylor, while on safari in Africa.06 Jul 06:58 AM
New ZealandPolice respond to assault at pool: One hospitalised, charges laidThe incident occurred at around 3.15pm on Littlebourne Road.06 Jul 06:31 AM
New Zealand'Harrowing incident': Coastguard rescues boaties after 3m waves hit vessel near MotunauOne person was swept off the boat and into the water during the incident.06 Jul 06:20 AM
CrimeCaught on tape: Identity finally revealed of Jaguar-driving teen behind CBD rampagePolice and footpath pedestrians had to dodge the vehicle to avoid getting run over.06 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandNine Lotto players win nearly $31k each in Second Division – where tickets were soldLotto First Division Powerball was not struck and has jackpotted to $10m on Wednesday.06 Jul 05:31 AM
New Zealand'Remarkable' drugs: Benefits and drawbacks of Wegovy revealedSemaglutide drugs Ozempic and Wegovy are now available in New Zealand.06 Jul 04:12 AM
New ZealandTraumatised woman who found 'real love and care' in NZ avoids deportationImmigration and Protection Tribunal finds woman in 'genuine relationship'.06 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandAir NZ flight lands safely in Auckland after hydraulic issueFlight ANZ538 was travelling from Christchurch to Auckland.06 Jul 03:15 AM
New ZealandSick social housing tenant fights eviction bid linked to disruptive visitorsThe Tenancy Tribunal heard she was 'extremely vulnerable' and was likely being exploited.06 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the main language spoken in Egypt?Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.06 Jul 03:00 AM
AucklandWatch: Large fire engulfs incomplete apartments in MāngereThree two-storey units were well alight.06 Jul 02:30 AM
New ZealandLarge fire engulfs incomplete apartments in MāngereA large fire has broken out at an apartment building in Māngere that was still under construction. Video / NZ Herald, SuppliedWatch06 Jul 02:16 AM
New ZealandNZ actress accuses Australian policeman of using CCTV to spy on herLewis ran for mayor in Hamilton and Auckland. Earlier, she streaked at All Blacks game. 06 Jul 12:48 AM
New Zealand'There's still a lot to do': Road safety concerns despite $47m upgradesThe road rebuild in Northland cost $47 million over nine months.06 Jul 12:00 AM
New Zealand26-year-old beats six finalists to win Young Farmer of the YearHe hopes to showcase young talent and highlight tech opportunities in farming.05 Jul 11:41 PM
New ZealandMan dies on hunting trip on Stewart Island, police launch investigationSearch and Rescue team flying above remote island spotted man dead near Lords River. 05 Jul 11:39 PM
PoliticsMandatory sentences could replace judge discretion – GoldsmithThat would be an alternative to the normal 'maximum' sentence regime.05 Jul 11:35 PM
New Zealand'Safety risks': Concerns as hospital security guards double as cleanersSecurity guards at two rural hospitals have been doubling as cleaners on the same shift. 05 Jul 10:45 PM
New Zealand'It tore me to shreds': Rod Stewart on age-gap love and split with Rachel Hunter Stewart, 80, has made rare comments about his ex-wife. They share two children. 05 Jul 10:31 PM
New ZealandDozens dead, missing in Texas floods, infant death investigated | NZ Herald News Update: July 6 2025Dozens dead, more missing in Texas floods. Death of infant investigated in Foxton. Palestine activists designated as terrorists in UK. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Jul 10:18 PM
