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David Seymour on Iran-Israel ceasefire and Judith Collins on teacher pay | NZ Herald News Update
Acting Prime Minister speaks on Iran-Israel ceasefire and Judith Collins' claims about primary teacher pay. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
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"Evidence of exploitation": Security company boss fined and banned from hiring overseas workers
A group of workers claimed they paid between $10,000-$50,000 in cash to Indian agents for visas to work in NZ. Video / Ben Dickens

Hundreds of police recruits investigated after fitness test breaches revealed
Police will conduct an audit, assessing applicants over a six-month period. Video / Alex Burton, Alyse Wright

'Modern day cowboy': Claims against roofing platform Roofbuddy intensify
The company's brand ambassador is former Bachelor NZ star Art Green. Video / Ben Dickens / Carson Bluck

"Extremely disappointed.": Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facility
Manawatū iwi leader criticised secrecy over radioactive waste facility near Palmerston North, citing lack of consultation and safety concerns. Video / Annaleise Shortland

'David Attenborough would be mortified': 6 tonnes of coral caught by trawler off Christchurch
Fisheries New Zealand says incidents involving this amount of coral are "very rare". Video / Cameron Pitney

Watch - “Horrific”: Plastic pellet pollution on beaches sparks concerns about industry inaction
Hundreds of thousands of “nurdles” have washed up on Waiheke’s Oneroa Beach. Video / Dean Purcell, Alyse Wright

Mental health patients absconding "every day" from hospital EDs
Psychiatrists say ED's have become the "default" facility due to lack of community services.

Official figures reveal which emergency departments are busiest ahead of predicted winter surge
An emergency physician says record patient numbers at this time of year is a 'significant worry'. Video / Jason Dorday, Alyse Wright

'Ship is sinking': Over 1500 treated in corridors at Middlemore Hospital’s ED in a month
The Herald has exclusively obtained a report written by clinicians that highlights serious patient safety concerns.

"Evidence of exploitation": Security company boss fined and banned from hiring overseas workers
A group of workers claimed they paid between $10,000-$50,000 in cash to Indian agents for visas to work in NZ. Video / Ben Dickens

Hundreds of police recruits investigated after fitness test breaches revealed
Police will conduct an audit, assessing applicants over a six-month period. Video / Alex Burton, Alyse Wright

'Modern day cowboy': Claims against roofing platform Roofbuddy intensify
The company's brand ambassador is former Bachelor NZ star Art Green. Video / Ben Dickens / Carson Bluck

"Extremely disappointed.": Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facility
Manawatū iwi leader criticised secrecy over radioactive waste facility near Palmerston North, citing lack of consultation and safety concerns. Video / Annaleise Shortland

'David Attenborough would be mortified': 6 tonnes of coral caught by trawler off Christchurch
Fisheries New Zealand says incidents involving this amount of coral are "very rare". Video / Cameron Pitney

Watch - “Horrific”: Plastic pellet pollution on beaches sparks concerns about industry inaction
Hundreds of thousands of “nurdles” have washed up on Waiheke’s Oneroa Beach. Video / Dean Purcell, Alyse Wright

Mental health patients absconding "every day" from hospital EDs
Psychiatrists say ED's have become the "default" facility due to lack of community services.

Official figures reveal which emergency departments are busiest ahead of predicted winter surge
An emergency physician says record patient numbers at this time of year is a 'significant worry'. Video / Jason Dorday, Alyse Wright

'Ship is sinking': Over 1500 treated in corridors at Middlemore Hospital’s ED in a month
The Herald has exclusively obtained a report written by clinicians that highlights serious patient safety concerns.

"Evidence of exploitation": Security company boss fined and banned from hiring overseas workers
A group of workers claimed they paid between $10,000-$50,000 in cash to Indian agents for visas to work in NZ. Video / Ben Dickens

Hundreds of police recruits investigated after fitness test breaches revealed
Police will conduct an audit, assessing applicants over a six-month period. Video / Alex Burton, Alyse Wright

'Modern day cowboy': Claims against roofing platform Roofbuddy intensify
The company's brand ambassador is former Bachelor NZ star Art Green. Video / Ben Dickens / Carson Bluck
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'Don't know what the f*** they're doing': Trump lashes Israel, Iran over ceasefire
US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House Israel and Iran had been "fighting so long and so hard that they don't know what the f*** they're doing".

'These are early days' Winston Peters on fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel
Foreign Minister Winston Peters talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge on latest developments in the conflict between Iran and Israel.

Government's 'green bank' was losing money and underperforming
Government's 'green bank' was losing money and underperforming, BusinessDesk's Garth Bray talks business with 2degrees.

Herald NOW's panel: OnlyFans creators defend farm videos
Tim Wilson and Chelsea Daniels talk to Herald NOW about OnlyFans creators defend farm videos amid animal rights backlash

New Kiwi-developed tech to cut food waste
A world-first Kiwi-developed food technology that upcycles horticultural waste into high-value products is set to reduce NZ’s dependence on imported food ingredients.

Westpac Chopper Appeal: Help keep the chopper flying
Westpac Chopper Appeal: Help keep the chopper flying Donate now to the Westpac Chopper Appeal to save lives across NZ.

Demand for NZ mansions strong despite economic turbulence
Patrick McAteer of Sotheby's Realty on why sales for $10m-plus properties have more than doubled since 2020

Could New Zealand really host its own Disneyland?
Could New Zealand really host its own Disneyland? Entertainment reporter, Mitch Hageman gives an update on Entertainment news.

What do you do with your portfolio in the current climate?
What do you do with your portfolio in the current climate? Mark Richardson talks personal finance with Forsyth Barr.

'Don't know what the f*** they're doing': Trump lashes Israel, Iran over ceasefire
US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House Israel and Iran had been "fighting so long and so hard that they don't know what the f*** they're doing".

'These are early days' Winston Peters on fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel
Foreign Minister Winston Peters talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge on latest developments in the conflict between Iran and Israel.

Government's 'green bank' was losing money and underperforming
Government's 'green bank' was losing money and underperforming, BusinessDesk's Garth Bray talks business with 2degrees.

Herald NOW's panel: OnlyFans creators defend farm videos
Tim Wilson and Chelsea Daniels talk to Herald NOW about OnlyFans creators defend farm videos amid animal rights backlash

New Kiwi-developed tech to cut food waste
A world-first Kiwi-developed food technology that upcycles horticultural waste into high-value products is set to reduce NZ’s dependence on imported food ingredients.

Westpac Chopper Appeal: Help keep the chopper flying
Westpac Chopper Appeal: Help keep the chopper flying Donate now to the Westpac Chopper Appeal to save lives across NZ.

Demand for NZ mansions strong despite economic turbulence
Patrick McAteer of Sotheby's Realty on why sales for $10m-plus properties have more than doubled since 2020

Could New Zealand really host its own Disneyland?
Could New Zealand really host its own Disneyland? Entertainment reporter, Mitch Hageman gives an update on Entertainment news.

What do you do with your portfolio in the current climate?
What do you do with your portfolio in the current climate? Mark Richardson talks personal finance with Forsyth Barr.

'Don't know what the f*** they're doing': Trump lashes Israel, Iran over ceasefire
US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House Israel and Iran had been "fighting so long and so hard that they don't know what the f*** they're doing".

'These are early days' Winston Peters on fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel
Foreign Minister Winston Peters talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge on latest developments in the conflict between Iran and Israel.

Government's 'green bank' was losing money and underperforming
Government's 'green bank' was losing money and underperforming, BusinessDesk's Garth Bray talks business with 2degrees.
Business video

Herald NOW: 2degrees business 17 June 2025
Gentrack turnaround lands power biller in NZX20. Video / Herald NOW

2degrees CEO talks to Ryan Bridge about the Shaping Business Study
2degrees CEO Mark Callander speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the company's Shaping Business Study Video / Herald NOW

"tax grenade"? Understanding the changes to the Fringe Benefit Tax
Is there a nasty fringe benefits tax surprise waiting for people using the government's Investment Boost initiative?

Du Val Directors fighting asset freeze in High Court
BusinessDesk's Maria Slade on Du Val High Court hearing following asset freeze and document seizures. Video / Herald NOW

What to expect from the economic outlook
NZ Herald Business Editor Liam Dann talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about economic outlook.

Herald NOW: 2degrees business with Garth Bray
$200 billion China cosmetics market opens up to NZ companies and US Fed hold rates steady due to tariffs.

South Island regions dominate ASB economic rankings
Regional Reporter Claire Sherwood South Island News Director on South Island regions ASB economic ranking.

Inside the Amazon AI chip Lab
Madison Malone discusses the inner workings of the Amazon AI chip lab featured in the latest Markets with Madison episode. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: Business with 2degrees: 18 June 2025
Garth Bray speaks with Ryan Bridge about food prices and inflation. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: 2degrees business 17 June 2025
Gentrack turnaround lands power biller in NZX20. Video / Herald NOW

2degrees CEO talks to Ryan Bridge about the Shaping Business Study
2degrees CEO Mark Callander speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the company's Shaping Business Study Video / Herald NOW

"tax grenade"? Understanding the changes to the Fringe Benefit Tax
Is there a nasty fringe benefits tax surprise waiting for people using the government's Investment Boost initiative?

Du Val Directors fighting asset freeze in High Court
BusinessDesk's Maria Slade on Du Val High Court hearing following asset freeze and document seizures. Video / Herald NOW

What to expect from the economic outlook
NZ Herald Business Editor Liam Dann talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about economic outlook.

Herald NOW: 2degrees business with Garth Bray
$200 billion China cosmetics market opens up to NZ companies and US Fed hold rates steady due to tariffs.

South Island regions dominate ASB economic rankings
Regional Reporter Claire Sherwood South Island News Director on South Island regions ASB economic ranking.

Inside the Amazon AI chip Lab
Madison Malone discusses the inner workings of the Amazon AI chip lab featured in the latest Markets with Madison episode. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: Business with 2degrees: 18 June 2025
Garth Bray speaks with Ryan Bridge about food prices and inflation. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: 2degrees business 17 June 2025
Gentrack turnaround lands power biller in NZX20. Video / Herald NOW

2degrees CEO talks to Ryan Bridge about the Shaping Business Study
2degrees CEO Mark Callander speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the company's Shaping Business Study Video / Herald NOW

"tax grenade"? Understanding the changes to the Fringe Benefit Tax
Is there a nasty fringe benefits tax surprise waiting for people using the government's Investment Boost initiative?
Markets with Madison

Markets with Madison: Stabicraft boats
From Invercargill to Alaska, this iconic New Zealand aluminium boat business is expanding into North America with private equity funds. Video / Cameron Pitney

Markets with Madison: Tourism Holdings doing it tough
Tourism Holdings had to rush thousands of camper vans across the Canadian border to circumvent reciprocal tariffs. Now, it’s warning of major US tourism setbacks.

Markets with Madison: Sir Peter Beck interview
It’s been six months since I interviewed Rocket Lab chief executive Sir Peter Beck. We have a lot to discuss following the space company’s Q1 earnings! Video / Cameron Pitney

Markets with Madison: Halter’s US expansion
Craig Piggott left Rocket Lab to build cow collars and create a virtual fencing company in 2017. Its technology is now digitising farms and ranches around the world.

Why US$42b DataDog is going all in on AI
The enterprise software company DataDog is investing almost US$1b a year into artificial intelligence.

Markets with Madison: America's atomic effort
Valar Atomics is attempting to add nuclear energy to the global grid by building thousands of small modular nuclear reactors. Markets with Madison went inside its LA factory.

Markets with Madison: Inside Amazon’s AI chip lab
I’m in Texas to visit Amazon Web Service’s computer chip design lab to see how it’s preparing for an AI compute boom and competing with Nvidia.

Nick Mowbray: Zuru's housing legacy, health & fatherhood
In this bonus interview Nick Mowbray discusses his health challenges and how it feels to be a father.

Markets with Madison: Inside Zuru’s empire
Zuru CEO Nick Mowbray takes us inside its empire in Los Angeles where thousands of toys are on display. Could tariffs destroy the mostly Chinese manufactured business?

Markets with Madison: Stabicraft boats
From Invercargill to Alaska, this iconic New Zealand aluminium boat business is expanding into North America with private equity funds. Video / Cameron Pitney

Markets with Madison: Tourism Holdings doing it tough
Tourism Holdings had to rush thousands of camper vans across the Canadian border to circumvent reciprocal tariffs. Now, it’s warning of major US tourism setbacks.

Markets with Madison: Sir Peter Beck interview
It’s been six months since I interviewed Rocket Lab chief executive Sir Peter Beck. We have a lot to discuss following the space company’s Q1 earnings! Video / Cameron Pitney

Markets with Madison: Halter’s US expansion
Craig Piggott left Rocket Lab to build cow collars and create a virtual fencing company in 2017. Its technology is now digitising farms and ranches around the world.

Why US$42b DataDog is going all in on AI
The enterprise software company DataDog is investing almost US$1b a year into artificial intelligence.

Markets with Madison: America's atomic effort
Valar Atomics is attempting to add nuclear energy to the global grid by building thousands of small modular nuclear reactors. Markets with Madison went inside its LA factory.

Markets with Madison: Inside Amazon’s AI chip lab
I’m in Texas to visit Amazon Web Service’s computer chip design lab to see how it’s preparing for an AI compute boom and competing with Nvidia.

Nick Mowbray: Zuru's housing legacy, health & fatherhood
In this bonus interview Nick Mowbray discusses his health challenges and how it feels to be a father.

Markets with Madison: Inside Zuru’s empire
Zuru CEO Nick Mowbray takes us inside its empire in Los Angeles where thousands of toys are on display. Could tariffs destroy the mostly Chinese manufactured business?

Markets with Madison: Stabicraft boats
From Invercargill to Alaska, this iconic New Zealand aluminium boat business is expanding into North America with private equity funds. Video / Cameron Pitney

Markets with Madison: Tourism Holdings doing it tough
Tourism Holdings had to rush thousands of camper vans across the Canadian border to circumvent reciprocal tariffs. Now, it’s warning of major US tourism setbacks.

Markets with Madison: Sir Peter Beck interview
It’s been six months since I interviewed Rocket Lab chief executive Sir Peter Beck. We have a lot to discuss following the space company’s Q1 earnings! Video / Cameron Pitney
Politics video

NZ Herald Live: David Seymour speaks to media
Acting Prime Minister David Seymour speaks to the media in response to GDP results.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters explains evacuation of NZ embassy in Tehran
Two embassy staff and their families were evacuated from Iran this morning amid the conflict with Israel. Video / Mark Mitchell

New Zealand pauses funding to the Cook Islands over controversial China deal
Winston Peters confirms NZ won't resume funding to the Cook Islands until its Government "takes concrete steps to repair the relationship and restore trust". Video / Mark Mitchell

Finance Minister on potential impact of Israel/Iran war on NZ fuel prices
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says it's still not clear what disruption the war has inflicted on oil supply chains. Video / Mark Mitchell

Trying to get a deal with Ngāpuhi: NZ First Minister Shane Jones joins Herald NOW
NZ First Minister Shane Jones joins Herald NOW to talk about trying to get a treaty settlement with Ngāpuhi and the future of regional government.

NZ Herald Live: David Seymour holds post-Cabinet press conference
NZ Herald Live: David Seymour holds post-Cabinet press conference

New Ombudsman John Allen at select committee
Ombudsman John Allen with colleagues, deputy Bridget Hewson (left), and CFO Meaw-Fong Phang, telling MPs about the work of his office. Video / Parliament TV

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon met with Chinese President Xi Jinping for closed-door bilateral talks. Photos / Thomas Coughlan

NZ Herald Live: David Seymour speaks to media
Acting Prime Minister David Seymour speaks to the media in response to GDP results.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters explains evacuation of NZ embassy in Tehran
Two embassy staff and their families were evacuated from Iran this morning amid the conflict with Israel. Video / Mark Mitchell

New Zealand pauses funding to the Cook Islands over controversial China deal
Winston Peters confirms NZ won't resume funding to the Cook Islands until its Government "takes concrete steps to repair the relationship and restore trust". Video / Mark Mitchell

Finance Minister on potential impact of Israel/Iran war on NZ fuel prices
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says it's still not clear what disruption the war has inflicted on oil supply chains. Video / Mark Mitchell

Trying to get a deal with Ngāpuhi: NZ First Minister Shane Jones joins Herald NOW
NZ First Minister Shane Jones joins Herald NOW to talk about trying to get a treaty settlement with Ngāpuhi and the future of regional government.

NZ Herald Live: David Seymour holds post-Cabinet press conference
NZ Herald Live: David Seymour holds post-Cabinet press conference

New Ombudsman John Allen at select committee
Ombudsman John Allen with colleagues, deputy Bridget Hewson (left), and CFO Meaw-Fong Phang, telling MPs about the work of his office. Video / Parliament TV

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon met with Chinese President Xi Jinping for closed-door bilateral talks. Photos / Thomas Coughlan

NZ Herald Live: David Seymour speaks to media
Acting Prime Minister David Seymour speaks to the media in response to GDP results.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters explains evacuation of NZ embassy in Tehran
Two embassy staff and their families were evacuated from Iran this morning amid the conflict with Israel. Video / Mark Mitchell

New Zealand pauses funding to the Cook Islands over controversial China deal
Winston Peters confirms NZ won't resume funding to the Cook Islands until its Government "takes concrete steps to repair the relationship and restore trust". Video / Mark Mitchell
World video

Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran
Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran. Video / NZ Herald

Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack, Trump on Iran | NZ Herald News Update
Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack on two Ukrainian cities, Trump says Iran wants to speak to the US | NZ Herald News Update

Trump to decide on Iran invasion within two weeks
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared President Donald Trump's intentions about a potential US invasion of Iran. Video / AFP

Claims of Israel-Iran ceasefire and fewer business loans for Reserve Bank | NZ Herald News Update
Conflicting claims from the White House and Iran over a ceasefire, and the Reserve Bank is lending less to businesses than it recorded 5 years ago. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

US strikes on Iran shunning diplomacy, says former Prime Minister Helen Clark
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark joins Herald NOW to explain how she views the US strikes on Iran and what needs to happen next

What will happen to petrol prices as tensions escalate in Middle East
Independent economist Cameron Bagrie speaks to Herald NOW about how Middle East tensions will affect oil and petrol prices.

Kiwi journalist Perry Wilton live from Doha as Iran launches missiles at US base in Qatar
Iran strikes back at the US by firing missiles at its air base in Qatar. Herald NOW checks in with a Kiwi journalist live from Doha.

US strikes on Iran: What could be next?
Waikato University Professor Al Gillespie on international reaction to US strikes on Iran. Video / Herald NOW

How will leaders in Iran react to US strikes?
Defence and Security Expert from the University of Buckingham, Professor Anthony Glees, speaks to Ryan Bridge about the US strikes on Iran's key nuclear infrastructure.

Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran
Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran. Video / NZ Herald

Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack, Trump on Iran | NZ Herald News Update
Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack on two Ukrainian cities, Trump says Iran wants to speak to the US | NZ Herald News Update

Trump to decide on Iran invasion within two weeks
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared President Donald Trump's intentions about a potential US invasion of Iran. Video / AFP

Claims of Israel-Iran ceasefire and fewer business loans for Reserve Bank | NZ Herald News Update
Conflicting claims from the White House and Iran over a ceasefire, and the Reserve Bank is lending less to businesses than it recorded 5 years ago. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

US strikes on Iran shunning diplomacy, says former Prime Minister Helen Clark
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark joins Herald NOW to explain how she views the US strikes on Iran and what needs to happen next

What will happen to petrol prices as tensions escalate in Middle East
Independent economist Cameron Bagrie speaks to Herald NOW about how Middle East tensions will affect oil and petrol prices.

Kiwi journalist Perry Wilton live from Doha as Iran launches missiles at US base in Qatar
Iran strikes back at the US by firing missiles at its air base in Qatar. Herald NOW checks in with a Kiwi journalist live from Doha.

US strikes on Iran: What could be next?
Waikato University Professor Al Gillespie on international reaction to US strikes on Iran. Video / Herald NOW

How will leaders in Iran react to US strikes?
Defence and Security Expert from the University of Buckingham, Professor Anthony Glees, speaks to Ryan Bridge about the US strikes on Iran's key nuclear infrastructure.

Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran
Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran. Video / NZ Herald

Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack, Trump on Iran | NZ Herald News Update
Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack on two Ukrainian cities, Trump says Iran wants to speak to the US | NZ Herald News Update

Trump to decide on Iran invasion within two weeks
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared President Donald Trump's intentions about a potential US invasion of Iran. Video / AFP
Sport video

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 19 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 19 2025. Video / Herald NOW

A look back at Liam Lawson's turbulent 2025 Formula One campaign
Alex Powell and Bonnie Jansen discuss how Liam Lawson has fared and what he needs to do to secure a seat next season.

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 18 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 18 2025. Video / Herald NOW

We took a superfan to an interview with UFC fighter Kai Kara-France
UFC fighter Kai Kara-France talks to sports reporter Chris Reive ahead of his world title fight on June 29. Video \ Jason Dorday | Finn Little

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 23 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 23 2025. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 19 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 19 2025. Video / Herald NOW

A look back at Liam Lawson's turbulent 2025 Formula One campaign
Alex Powell and Bonnie Jansen discuss how Liam Lawson has fared and what he needs to do to secure a seat next season.

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 18 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 18 2025. Video / Herald NOW

We took a superfan to an interview with UFC fighter Kai Kara-France
UFC fighter Kai Kara-France talks to sports reporter Chris Reive ahead of his world title fight on June 29. Video \ Jason Dorday | Finn Little

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 23 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 23 2025. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 19 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 19 2025. Video / Herald NOW

A look back at Liam Lawson's turbulent 2025 Formula One campaign
Alex Powell and Bonnie Jansen discuss how Liam Lawson has fared and what he needs to do to secure a seat next season.

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 18 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 18 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Entertainment video

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Marlborough
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Marlborough.

Sydney Sweeney bathwater soap sells for $1500, and concerns for Justin Bieber's wellbeing
The latest entertainment news from NZ Herald Chief Lifestyle and Entertainment Reporter, Jenni Mortimer.

PR founder and Business CEO on Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap
Herald NOW panel Deborah Pead and Mark Knoff-Thomas speak about body language and Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap. Video / Herald NOW

Showquest Regional Finals - Wellington
Behind the scenes at the Showquest Regional Finals in Wellington.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Taranaki
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Taranaki.

Showquest Regional Finals - Manawatū
Behind the scenes at the Showquest Regional Finals in Manawatū.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Rotorua
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Rotorua.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Manukau
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Manukau.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Auckland Central
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Auckland Central.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Marlborough
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Marlborough.

Sydney Sweeney bathwater soap sells for $1500, and concerns for Justin Bieber's wellbeing
The latest entertainment news from NZ Herald Chief Lifestyle and Entertainment Reporter, Jenni Mortimer.

PR founder and Business CEO on Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap
Herald NOW panel Deborah Pead and Mark Knoff-Thomas speak about body language and Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap. Video / Herald NOW

Showquest Regional Finals - Wellington
Behind the scenes at the Showquest Regional Finals in Wellington.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Taranaki
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Taranaki.

Showquest Regional Finals - Manawatū
Behind the scenes at the Showquest Regional Finals in Manawatū.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Rotorua
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Rotorua.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Manukau
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Manukau.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Auckland Central
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Auckland Central.

Smokefreerockquest Regional Finals - Marlborough
Behind the scenes at the Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals in Marlborough.

Sydney Sweeney bathwater soap sells for $1500, and concerns for Justin Bieber's wellbeing
The latest entertainment news from NZ Herald Chief Lifestyle and Entertainment Reporter, Jenni Mortimer.

PR founder and Business CEO on Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap
Herald NOW panel Deborah Pead and Mark Knoff-Thomas speak about body language and Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap. Video / Herald NOW
Lifestyle video

In-N-Out Burger brings pop-up to central Auckland
In-N-Out Burger is hosting a one-day pop-up in central Auckland at Wynyard Pavilion. The Californian chain announced the event on their Instagram. Video / Dean Purcell

Motat's Te Puawānanga wins top international award
Simon Gould, head of exhibitions at Motat, talks about the science and technology centre which incorporates Mātauranga Māori.

Drip coffee: affordable, bottomless and delicious
Al Brown and the bottomless $3.50 cup of coffee, top chef calls on caffeine snobs to give drip coffee another go. Video / Carson Bluck

Jacinda Ardern's daughter Neve shows 'American twang' in birthday video
Neve Te Aroha Ardern Gayford turned 7 on June 21, with Clarke Gayford making a 'Jellycat Diner' cake for the occasion. Video / @clarkegayford

Josh Emett and the eclair that became an icon
It’s been an Onslow signature menu item since day one. Now, Josh Emett’s famous crayfish eclair has clawed its way into the Iconic Auckland Eats Top 100 list. Video / Alyse Wright

Kiwi divorce errors: Insights from barrister Sharon Chandra
Chandra advises seeking legal counsel early to understand rights and responsibilities. Video / Dean Purcell

Sharon Chandra: Mistakes leading to divorce in NZ relationships
Barrister Sharon Chandra highlights common relationship mistakes leading to divorce, including poor communication and financial issues. Video / Dean Purcell

Women learn hunting skills at Wild Chix weekend
The business offers women a safe space to learn outdoor skills. Video / Wild Chix

What social media travel posts reveal about each generation
Each generation has its own style when it comes to posting their travel experiences online. Video / Varsha Anjali

In-N-Out Burger brings pop-up to central Auckland
In-N-Out Burger is hosting a one-day pop-up in central Auckland at Wynyard Pavilion. The Californian chain announced the event on their Instagram. Video / Dean Purcell

Motat's Te Puawānanga wins top international award
Simon Gould, head of exhibitions at Motat, talks about the science and technology centre which incorporates Mātauranga Māori.

Drip coffee: affordable, bottomless and delicious
Al Brown and the bottomless $3.50 cup of coffee, top chef calls on caffeine snobs to give drip coffee another go. Video / Carson Bluck

Jacinda Ardern's daughter Neve shows 'American twang' in birthday video
Neve Te Aroha Ardern Gayford turned 7 on June 21, with Clarke Gayford making a 'Jellycat Diner' cake for the occasion. Video / @clarkegayford

Josh Emett and the eclair that became an icon
It’s been an Onslow signature menu item since day one. Now, Josh Emett’s famous crayfish eclair has clawed its way into the Iconic Auckland Eats Top 100 list. Video / Alyse Wright

Kiwi divorce errors: Insights from barrister Sharon Chandra
Chandra advises seeking legal counsel early to understand rights and responsibilities. Video / Dean Purcell

Sharon Chandra: Mistakes leading to divorce in NZ relationships
Barrister Sharon Chandra highlights common relationship mistakes leading to divorce, including poor communication and financial issues. Video / Dean Purcell

Women learn hunting skills at Wild Chix weekend
The business offers women a safe space to learn outdoor skills. Video / Wild Chix

What social media travel posts reveal about each generation
Each generation has its own style when it comes to posting their travel experiences online. Video / Varsha Anjali

In-N-Out Burger brings pop-up to central Auckland
In-N-Out Burger is hosting a one-day pop-up in central Auckland at Wynyard Pavilion. The Californian chain announced the event on their Instagram. Video / Dean Purcell

Motat's Te Puawānanga wins top international award
Simon Gould, head of exhibitions at Motat, talks about the science and technology centre which incorporates Mātauranga Māori.

Drip coffee: affordable, bottomless and delicious
Al Brown and the bottomless $3.50 cup of coffee, top chef calls on caffeine snobs to give drip coffee another go. Video / Carson Bluck
Kea Kids News

Kea Kids News: The Murupara kids smashing it
Reporter Meretuahiahi is at Tu Taniwha Gym, where the Murupara tamariki are kicking, punching, and floor-is-lavaing their way to physical and mental toughness.

Kea Kids News: Tamariki in Te Aroha prepare for their Matariki show
Reporter Sarah-Jane is at Te Aroha Primary School, where the kapa haka group is learning a new waiata just in time to ring in Matariki. Video / Kea Kids News

Kea Kids News: “Burnouts on the dairy farm? Heck yeah!”
Reporter Jahvarn is in Te Aroha where a local dairy farmer is giving the kids and the cows a show with a wild burnout competition. Video / Kea Kids News

Kea Kids News: Car racing kids go up against the grown-ups
Reporter Rudhraaksh is at a North Harbour Radio Control Car Club race, where kids are hitting the track with radio-controlled cars that drive (and crash!) up to 80 kph.

Fairies take over Penrose!
Reporter Aisha visits a fairy wonderland that has sprung up in the heart of industrial Auckland, with an exclusive look behind the scenes with their 'Fairy Godmother'.

Kea Kids News: Marathon of mana! Tamariki build self-belief through cross country
Reporter Herikō is at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngaa Papaonekura, where tamariki from kura all over the motu are running their hearts out in cross country races.

Kea Kids News: The Murupara kids smashing it
Reporter Meretuahiahi is at Tu Taniwha Gym, where the Murupara tamariki are kicking, punching, and floor-is-lavaing their way to physical and mental toughness.

Kea Kids News: Tamariki in Te Aroha prepare for their Matariki show
Reporter Sarah-Jane is at Te Aroha Primary School, where the kapa haka group is learning a new waiata just in time to ring in Matariki. Video / Kea Kids News

Kea Kids News: “Burnouts on the dairy farm? Heck yeah!”
Reporter Jahvarn is in Te Aroha where a local dairy farmer is giving the kids and the cows a show with a wild burnout competition. Video / Kea Kids News

Kea Kids News: Car racing kids go up against the grown-ups
Reporter Rudhraaksh is at a North Harbour Radio Control Car Club race, where kids are hitting the track with radio-controlled cars that drive (and crash!) up to 80 kph.

Fairies take over Penrose!
Reporter Aisha visits a fairy wonderland that has sprung up in the heart of industrial Auckland, with an exclusive look behind the scenes with their 'Fairy Godmother'.

Kea Kids News: Marathon of mana! Tamariki build self-belief through cross country
Reporter Herikō is at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngaa Papaonekura, where tamariki from kura all over the motu are running their hearts out in cross country races.

Kea Kids News: The Murupara kids smashing it
Reporter Meretuahiahi is at Tu Taniwha Gym, where the Murupara tamariki are kicking, punching, and floor-is-lavaing their way to physical and mental toughness.

Kea Kids News: Tamariki in Te Aroha prepare for their Matariki show
Reporter Sarah-Jane is at Te Aroha Primary School, where the kapa haka group is learning a new waiata just in time to ring in Matariki. Video / Kea Kids News

Kea Kids News: “Burnouts on the dairy farm? Heck yeah!”
Reporter Jahvarn is in Te Aroha where a local dairy farmer is giving the kids and the cows a show with a wild burnout competition. Video / Kea Kids News
Travel video

New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened
Norwegian Cruise Lines' newest ship Norwegian Aqua was officially launched in April. Video / Supplied

Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a turtle tour operator. Video / Alyse Wright

Winter travel trends to escape the cold weather
Herald Travel writer, Sarah Pollok talks to Ryan Bridge about the latest winter travel trends.

Matariki weekend: The top 10 most searched destinations
Trip Notes podcast Host Lorna Riley tells Ryan where the best places to be are this Matariki, and the rise of dark sky destinations. Video / Herald NOW

Come and find your 100% Pure New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand's new global campaign encourages tourists to "find their 100% Pure New Zealand". Video / Supplied

Warning after infant's finger gets cut on Singapore Airlines flight
The brother of a 1-year-old boy whose finger got trapped in a tray table demonstrates how the injury happened.

Herald NOW: Luxury house swaps are coming to NZ and more travel news
Ryan Bridge speaks with Lorna Riley about 'luxury house swaps' coming to NZ. Video / Herald NOW

Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran discusses the retrofitted Dreamliner
Air NZ CEO Greg Foran joins journalist Tyson Beckett in the Business Class cabin of the airline's first retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner to talk about the fleet makeover.

New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened
Norwegian Cruise Lines' newest ship Norwegian Aqua was officially launched in April. Video / Supplied

Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a turtle tour operator. Video / Alyse Wright

Winter travel trends to escape the cold weather
Herald Travel writer, Sarah Pollok talks to Ryan Bridge about the latest winter travel trends.

Matariki weekend: The top 10 most searched destinations
Trip Notes podcast Host Lorna Riley tells Ryan where the best places to be are this Matariki, and the rise of dark sky destinations. Video / Herald NOW

Come and find your 100% Pure New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand's new global campaign encourages tourists to "find their 100% Pure New Zealand". Video / Supplied

Warning after infant's finger gets cut on Singapore Airlines flight
The brother of a 1-year-old boy whose finger got trapped in a tray table demonstrates how the injury happened.

Herald NOW: Luxury house swaps are coming to NZ and more travel news
Ryan Bridge speaks with Lorna Riley about 'luxury house swaps' coming to NZ. Video / Herald NOW

Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran discusses the retrofitted Dreamliner
Air NZ CEO Greg Foran joins journalist Tyson Beckett in the Business Class cabin of the airline's first retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner to talk about the fleet makeover.

New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened
Norwegian Cruise Lines' newest ship Norwegian Aqua was officially launched in April. Video / Supplied

Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a turtle tour operator. Video / Alyse Wright
Blood, Sweat and Tears

Blood, Sweat and Tears: At work
Firefighter Dora Dehar can not hesitate to run into a burning building even when she is suffering menopausal symptoms like brain fog or a hot flush. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Handling your hormones
Treating menopause seems a bit of a mystery but getting expert advice can be a god send. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: From pause to play
Menopause is not an end to living but is rather a transition to a new phase that can be full of opportunity. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: The Hot Mess
What is menopause and why is there so much stigma surrounding it? Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Psychobitch
When Kirsty McAlpine experienced menopause it almost destroyed her family. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Anxiety
For author Megan Nicol Reed, menopause exacerbated her anxiety to levels where she felt incapacitated. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: At work
Firefighter Dora Dehar can not hesitate to run into a burning building even when she is suffering menopausal symptoms like brain fog or a hot flush. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Handling your hormones
Treating menopause seems a bit of a mystery but getting expert advice can be a god send. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: From pause to play
Menopause is not an end to living but is rather a transition to a new phase that can be full of opportunity. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: The Hot Mess
What is menopause and why is there so much stigma surrounding it? Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Psychobitch
When Kirsty McAlpine experienced menopause it almost destroyed her family. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Anxiety
For author Megan Nicol Reed, menopause exacerbated her anxiety to levels where she felt incapacitated. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: At work
Firefighter Dora Dehar can not hesitate to run into a burning building even when she is suffering menopausal symptoms like brain fog or a hot flush. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Handling your hormones
Treating menopause seems a bit of a mystery but getting expert advice can be a god send. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: From pause to play
Menopause is not an end to living but is rather a transition to a new phase that can be full of opportunity. Video / Mike Scott
TransGenerations

TransGenerations episode three: Gemmah
Gemmah (she/her) is a trans advocate within the justice system and has formed a kapa haka group that performed this year at the Big Gay Out. She grew up in rural Tairawhiti but, realising she was different, headed for the big city as soon as she could. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode two: Lexie
Lexie (she/her) was born at the end of World War II, before the word transgender had even been coined. From as early as she can remember she realised she was different. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode one: Brady
Brady Peeti, a trans woman living in NZ, revisits her search for identity and acceptance, from growing up in Timaru and trying to suppress her “feminine energy” to coming out to her parents in her early 30s. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode eight: Brady
TransGenerations host Brady Peeti nervously returns to Timaru, where she lived as a teenager.

TransGenerations episode seven: Shaneel
After a speech in Parliament went viral, Shaneel, a transgender activist, fought for conversion therapy to be banned in New Zealand. Video / NZHerald

TransGenerations episode six: Rhi
Rhi (34) shares his experience as a trans-male, and how he is using his insights to help make a happier, safer community for trans people.

TransGenerations episode five: Sarah Michelle
Sarah Michelle (37) coaches New Zealand's men's netball team and believes she's also the first transgender person to coach a national sports team.

TransGenerations episode four: Phylesha
Brady Peeti speaks to Phylesha, a champion for the Pacific trans community, and discusses her struggles growing up as a trans child.

TransGenerations episode three: Gemmah
Gemmah (she/her) is a trans advocate within the justice system and has formed a kapa haka group that performed this year at the Big Gay Out. She grew up in rural Tairawhiti but, realising she was different, headed for the big city as soon as she could. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode two: Lexie
Lexie (she/her) was born at the end of World War II, before the word transgender had even been coined. From as early as she can remember she realised she was different. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode one: Brady
Brady Peeti, a trans woman living in NZ, revisits her search for identity and acceptance, from growing up in Timaru and trying to suppress her “feminine energy” to coming out to her parents in her early 30s. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode eight: Brady
TransGenerations host Brady Peeti nervously returns to Timaru, where she lived as a teenager.

TransGenerations episode seven: Shaneel
After a speech in Parliament went viral, Shaneel, a transgender activist, fought for conversion therapy to be banned in New Zealand. Video / NZHerald

TransGenerations episode six: Rhi
Rhi (34) shares his experience as a trans-male, and how he is using his insights to help make a happier, safer community for trans people.

TransGenerations episode five: Sarah Michelle
Sarah Michelle (37) coaches New Zealand's men's netball team and believes she's also the first transgender person to coach a national sports team.

TransGenerations episode four: Phylesha
Brady Peeti speaks to Phylesha, a champion for the Pacific trans community, and discusses her struggles growing up as a trans child.

TransGenerations episode three: Gemmah
Gemmah (she/her) is a trans advocate within the justice system and has formed a kapa haka group that performed this year at the Big Gay Out. She grew up in rural Tairawhiti but, realising she was different, headed for the big city as soon as she could. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode two: Lexie
Lexie (she/her) was born at the end of World War II, before the word transgender had even been coined. From as early as she can remember she realised she was different. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode one: Brady
Brady Peeti, a trans woman living in NZ, revisits her search for identity and acceptance, from growing up in Timaru and trying to suppress her “feminine energy” to coming out to her parents in her early 30s. Made with the help of NZ On Air.
Getaway

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii.

Watch: The Getaway Team explores LA's celebrity hangouts
The Getaway Team explores LA's celebrity hangouts. Video / Supplied

Watch: The Getaway Team explores Sydney's Darling Harbour
The Getaway Team explores Sydney's Darling Harbour. Video / Supplied

Lincoln Lewis: The newest getaway host
New Zealand Herald Travel sits down with Lincoln Lewis the newest host of Getaway.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Queensland
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Queensland

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Fiji
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Fiji.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii.

Watch: The Getaway Team explores LA's celebrity hangouts
The Getaway Team explores LA's celebrity hangouts. Video / Supplied

Watch: The Getaway Team explores Sydney's Darling Harbour
The Getaway Team explores Sydney's Darling Harbour. Video / Supplied

Lincoln Lewis: The newest getaway host
New Zealand Herald Travel sits down with Lincoln Lewis the newest host of Getaway.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Queensland
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Queensland

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Fiji
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Fiji.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii.
My Cyclone Gabrielle

'Tears rolled down my cheeks as I filmed the carnage': How Gabrielle devastated Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay families grapple to put their lives back together.

Stronger than Bola? New analysis shows how Cyclone Gabrielle compares
Gabrielle appears to have been a stronger cyclone system than even 1988’s disastrous Bola.

Explained: The freakish features of Cyclone Gabrielle
Gabrielle may push NZ pressure levels to record lows, while briefly raising our sea level.

'The land was literally falling away under our feet': How Cyclone Gabrielle ravaged Te Henga/Bethells Beach
The cyclone has left permanent scars on the landscape, creating 'ecological grief'.

'Please don't forget us' - East Cape residents fight back after Cyclone Gabrielle
How Ruatoria rallied for its isolated whanau when Cyclone Gabrielle cut off the main road.

What would you take with you? Muriwai residents on the treasures they saved from Cyclone Gabrielle
A short film about what Muriwai residents took the night they had to flee their homes.

'Tears rolled down my cheeks as I filmed the carnage': How Gabrielle devastated Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay families grapple to put their lives back together.

Stronger than Bola? New analysis shows how Cyclone Gabrielle compares
Gabrielle appears to have been a stronger cyclone system than even 1988’s disastrous Bola.

Explained: The freakish features of Cyclone Gabrielle
Gabrielle may push NZ pressure levels to record lows, while briefly raising our sea level.

'The land was literally falling away under our feet': How Cyclone Gabrielle ravaged Te Henga/Bethells Beach
The cyclone has left permanent scars on the landscape, creating 'ecological grief'.

'Please don't forget us' - East Cape residents fight back after Cyclone Gabrielle
How Ruatoria rallied for its isolated whanau when Cyclone Gabrielle cut off the main road.

What would you take with you? Muriwai residents on the treasures they saved from Cyclone Gabrielle
A short film about what Muriwai residents took the night they had to flee their homes.

'Tears rolled down my cheeks as I filmed the carnage': How Gabrielle devastated Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay families grapple to put their lives back together.

Stronger than Bola? New analysis shows how Cyclone Gabrielle compares
Gabrielle appears to have been a stronger cyclone system than even 1988’s disastrous Bola.

Explained: The freakish features of Cyclone Gabrielle
Gabrielle may push NZ pressure levels to record lows, while briefly raising our sea level.