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Roger Partridge: Policy whiplash risks eroding NZ's investment stability
OPINION: Policy unpredictability is now seen as a genuine investment risk.
Ambulance involved in three-vehicle smash closing SH3 in Taranaki
The ambulance was carrying a patient at the time.
Living next door to Lorde: Meet the tenant of a state home worth almost $4m
'I feel privileged being in it. It’s very peaceful.'
One critically injured after high-speed crash in Avondale
A person has sustained critical injuries after a high-speed crash on Tiverton Rd, Avondale at 2.14am. Video / NZ Herald
'Favourite place on Earth': Hollywood star Jason Momoa makes moves in Queenstown
Aquaman actor has bought into a bar and is reportedly looking for a house.
Senior Mongrel Mob member faces drug charges after police raids
Police found drugs, cash, an air rifle, and an air pistol during the searches.
Rain, wind gusts and swells smash New Zealand
Floodwater has inundated homes and roads as heavy downpours, damaging wind gusts and 7-metre swells smash the country’s east coast.
Person critically injured after overnight crash in Avondale
Police were notified of the crash on Tiverton Rd at 2.14am.
Severe weather hits New Zealand and Kiwisaver cuts not ruled out | NZ Herald News Update
Severe weather hits New Zealand, Kiwisaver cuts not ruled out and senior doctors on strike.
He’s sold watercress on the street for 30 years. Then a council officer spotted him
'All I’ve ever wanted to do was supply cheap, nutritious kai to whanau and friends.'
On The Up: 50 years of Havelock North High School, and 40 years with one teacher
From typewriter to computers, from School C to NCEA, Glenys Sparling-Fenton's seen it all.
Whangaroa RSA centenary celebrated
A new book commemorates 100 years of the Whangaroa RSA building.
'Opens the river': 1889 rabbit weir removed for fish passage
Built to slow a rabbit plague, the weir was removed but a 3D digital version will remain.
Bay of Islands Pony Club - the country's oldest - turning 75
BOI Pony Club marking 75 years of education in riding and horse care.
Rotorua to host 'epic' rugby test match in September
Rotorua is Samoa's 'home ground away from home'.
Reduced speeds on the Auckland Harbour Bridge due to strong winds.
Auckland commuters are being warned of potential speed restrictions and closures on the Auckland Harbour Bridge when severe weather strikes during rush hour. Video / NZ Herald
Editorial: Has Nicola Willis used a scalpel or a saw?
OPINON: The scale of cuts feel like we are going to get close to nicking the bone.
On The Up: How to stay positive
Some outstanding Kiwis tell us how they maintain a positive mindset.
The $4.5t spent on military could have been better used elsewhere
OPINION: Feeding birds shouldn’t be a crime.
Amelia Linzey: Driving growth and prosperity in a nation that loves to win
Opinion: These are four sectors that hold potential to propel Aotearoa to turn on growth.
From drought to deluge: Record rainfall troubles Northland communities
April's rain in Whangārei reached 402mm, breaking records held since 1943.
Morning quiz: What iconic line was famously spoken by Darth Vader in The Empire Strikes Back?
Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.
Kea Kids News: Mea Motu’s kid coach steps into the ring for his first fight
The gloves are on the other fists! Reporter Lachie is ringside in Gore as Mea Motu’s 10-year-old coach Zen Peach warms up for his own first official boxing match.
Nine Lotto players win over $24k each – where were the tickets sold?
First Division Powerball was not struck and will roll over to $6 million on Saturday.
'Why are they letting him out?': Survivor furious as untreated rapist paroled
Christchurch man jailed for 'brutal' rape of teen paroled without sex offender treatment.
'Worst yet to come': Homes flooded, roads closed as wild weather strikes
Auckland commuters have been told to brace for severe winds, with bridge closures possible
Will KiwiSaver be means tested after Budget 2025?
'I think the theme of this Budget is really going to be cuts to public services.'
Venomous sea snake found on South Island, second NZ discovery in a week
The Department of Conservation said the snake likely arrived due to recent weather events.
Lotto numbers: Are you NZ’s latest Powerball multi-millionaire?
A jackpot of $6m was up for grabs and tonight's numbers have been drawn.
'Why are you being an idiot?': Young banned driver convicted again
'Eventually, we say ‘enough’s enough’, and you will go to jail.'
'Informed financial decisions': NZ pupils to learn financial skills from next year
Topics will range from identifying need vs want to taxes and insurance.
Kiwis saving for retirement get free $1b a year - will it survive Govt cuts?
Govt currently contributes up to $521 a year if people make payments of a certain level.
'Out of our reasonable control': No police probe after man jumps from Waiheke ferry
A man intentionally jumped from an Auckland-bound Waiheke ferry yesterday morning.