New Zealand‘Apparently I have passed away’: Dunedin woman writes own death notice before dying on New Year’s DayBee Chittock suffered from a rare genetic condition.09 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJustin Bieber reportedly spotted in QueenstownWhat's he doing in town and is he attending a high-profile wedding?04 Jan 03:00 AM
ReviewsKatie OliverRhythm and Alps: South Island celebrates with Dave Dobbyn, ShapeshifterReview: The three-day festival in Wānaka has wrapped for another year. 01 Jan 08:41 PM
New Zealand‘Miles different’: Water park owner feels ‘victimised’ by iPhone weather appApp keeps reporting temperature is up to 5C cooler than MetService predicts, she says.31 Dec 11:56 PM
New ZealandJob cuts, rat infestations, meth lollies: A look back at the biggest NZ news of 2024A look back at the biggest headlines in NZ in 2024.31 Dec 04:04 AM
New ZealandFrom fear to fascination: How to watch out for sharks this summer"It's like feeding a dog under the table; one day a hand goes down, someone gets bitten."29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious crash blocks SH1 near Balclutha, multiple injured people reportedOne person has been seriously injured and another three have moderate injuries.25 Dec 05:52 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm, rain warnings for Canterbury areasMetService has issued two severe thunderstorm warnings and torrential rain is possible.25 Dec 03:48 AM
New Zealand'A lot of zeroes': Central Otago family $5m richer after Powerball win'It’s been a tough year and now we feel like we can breathe.'23 Dec 02:28 AM
New ZealandPolice name man who died in horror tour bus crash near QueenstownThe 36-year-old died on December 19.22 Dec 01:47 AM
New ZealandSpate of crashes leave one dead, several injured and part of SH1 closedSeven people have died in road crashes around the country since Wednesday. 20 Dec 10:02 PM
MotorsportPet food magnate speaks on luring V8 Supercars to the South IslandIf approved, 2026 will see two Supercars events in NZ for the first time.19 Dec 06:14 PM
New ZealandMcDonald's responds to Wānaka restaurant criticsA lawyer for the fast-food chain says it will make its sign smaller.19 Dec 07:27 AM
New ZealandWatch: One dead, 20 injured in tour bus crash near QueenstownThe incident occurred just after 4pm. 19 Dec 03:49 AM
Kahu'Unique opportunity': Ngāi Tahu's vision for Queenstown reserveNgāi Tahu consults the Queenstown community on restoring Morning Star Reserve whenua.18 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Otago hills are alive with the smell of burnoutsReporter Jimmy is at the Rev Rock and Hop in Lawrence, where the vintage cars are gleaming and the gearheads’ best burnouts have the audience gagging. Video / KKNWatch18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandLucky Otago local wins $5 million Lotto Powerball jackpotThe winner is the 21st Powerball multi-millionaire of 2024.18 Dec 09:05 AM
OpinionAnaru Eketone: Equality has been for Pākehā first and foremostCalls for true equality grow as systemic privilege persists in NZ's institutions and culture.16 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Muggy, warm and humid': Heavy rain for upper North Island tomorrowMetService says rain is on its way, with possible good news for South Island firefighters.14 Dec 11:31 PM
New ZealandThe NZ region that uses the most methMethamphetamine use equated to an estimated weekly social harm cost of $34m.13 Dec 04:51 AM
KahuMāori dentist graduates as specialist, breaking 50-year gap at OtagoDr Jonathan Martin urges Māori rangatahi to pursue healthcare, saying 'Your cultural identity is your greatest strength.'10 Dec 10:13 PM
BusinessTodd Corp suspends dividendsBig international projects are failures, family empire says.10 Dec 07:57 PM
New ZealandGovernment's Kiwibank investor hopes and pay deductions for partial strikes | NZ Herald News UpdateThe Government intends to find investors for Kiwibank and plans for partial strikes pay deductions are being scrutinised. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Dec 06:15 PM
New ZealandBird flu update: 160k chooks to be killed after authorities say only one farm affectedThe high pathogenic bird flu detected on Otago farm last week. MPI says other farms clear.07 Dec 04:06 AM
New ZealandBird flu outbreak: No sign of highly pathogenic virus on second Otago farmAn Otago poultry farm euthanised 80,000 chickens after discovering the virus last week.05 Dec 09:34 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPete Hodgson: Dunedin Hospital project – the anatomy of a debacle and the warning for other regionsOPINION: Other regions please take note. Dysfunction might soon be coming your way too.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Stressful time for team': Poultry farm at centre of bird flu outbreak says cull happening fastIt comes as tests are due back today to see how widely the virus has spread. 04 Dec 07:04 PM
New ZealandSecond Otago farm placed under restriction over bird flu fearsThe chickens will be euthanised by CO2 containerised gas, an industry standard practice.03 Dec 09:49 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Australian farmer hit by bird flu sends warning to NZ'It could take months to replace hens,' Australian egg producer warns.03 Dec 07:09 PM
New ZealandAoraki/Mt Cook search on hold and Sevu Reece discharged without conviction | NZ Herald News UpdateThe search for three missing climbers on Aoraki/Mt Cook remains on hold and Sevu Reece has been discharged without conviction following an incident at a Cup Day party last year.Watch03 Dec 06:16 PM
New ZealandCourt a 'sad occasion' for woman pleading to crash that killed sisterThe group had travelled to Wānaka that morning for a day of sightseeing.03 Dec 06:08 AM
New ZealandBird flu outbreak: Don't eat raw eggs, experts warnThe MPI has confirmed 80,000 birds will be culled at an Otago farm.03 Dec 04:34 AM
New Zealand'It's really quite scary': Ground zero at Otago chicken farm bird flu outbreakProcess under way to cull 80,000 chickens on Otago farm. 02 Dec 10:32 PM
New Zealand80,000 chickens to be culled as bird flu spreads to second shedThere is no indication the H7N6 virus has spread beyond the farm. 02 Dec 06:42 PM
