Home / New ZealandChilean ash cloud hits NZImage 1 of 6: Qantas cancelled several flights from the South Island. Photo / WeatherWatch.co.nz
PhotosPhotos: Firefighters contain Glendene factory fireFirefighters from across Auckland responded to and contained a large blaze at a commercial building previously used for boat building on Culperry Rd in Glendene around 10am. 27 Apr 12:00 PM
PhotosCrusaders Win at Home as One New Zealand Stadium Officially OpensVisual journalist Alyse Wright travelled to Christchurch to cover the official opening of One New Zealand Stadium, where the Crusaders defeated the Waratahs in the first match at the newly completed $683 million, 30,000-seat covered venue. Photos by Alyse Wright. 23 Apr 12:00 PM
PhotosIn photos: Wellington region struck by severe weatherA state of emergency has been declared for the Wellington region amid flash flooding and slips. 20 Apr 03:04 AM
PhotosIn photos: Cyclone Vaianu as it made landfall in North IslandNew Zealand Herald visual journalists deployed around the North Island to cover Cyclone Vaianu as it made landfall. Here are their images. 11 Apr 12:00 PM
Photos2026 Auckland Easter Show, Auckland Showgrounds.Taking place at the start of school holidays, the 2026 Easter Show from 3-6 April brings a massive line-up of entertainment, extreme sports, carnival rides, 03 Apr 01:47 AM
PhotosIn photos: Severe weather hits the North IslandWhangārei and Far North under a State of Emergency with flooding across Northland25 Mar 08:43 PM
PhotosIn Photos: 2026 ASB Polyfest Captures Culture, Color and CommunityHerald visual journalists Anna Heath and Corey Fleming captured the colour, culture and community at the 2026 ASB Polyfest in Manukau, Auckland. 25 Mar 10:09 AM
PhotosSynthony Festival at Auckland Domain New Zealand Herald visual journalist Jason Dorday captured the energy of the Synthony Festival at Auckland Domain, where an estimated 40,000 revellers filled the park.21 Mar 10:22 AM
Photos Manu Championships 2026 Auckland hosted some of the best dive bombers in the world as the Manu World Champs reaches its climax in Wynyard Quarter.14 Mar 03:04 AM
PhotosPhotos: Round the Bays Auckland race dayThousands of runners, joggers, walkers and rollers tackle the 8.4km course along Tamaki Drive. Photos / Dean Purcell 07 Mar 11:00 AM
PhotosBlood moon in pictures: Rare copper-red lunar showThe spectacular sight of a rare lunar eclipse graced southern skies overnight with the moon turning copper-red over the course of several hours. 03 Mar 04:00 PM
PhotosViva Street Style: University of Auckland Students DressingUniversity students are crowding inner-city campuses and choosing clothing to express their interests. They explain the influences behind their style to Madeleine Crutchley. Story on NZ Herald / Viva 03 Mar 02:21 AM
PhotosRocky Horror Show opening night in Auckland New Zealand’s grandmas and grandpas went off the rails during nearly two hours of fishnets and fabulousness at the opening of The Rocky Horror Show. 27 Feb 08:07 AM
PhotosFirefighters battle large blaze in Onehunga, AucklandFirefighters battle a large blaze in Onehunga, Auckland, as crews from across the region are called in to support efforts after the fire broke out around 8pm25 Feb 08:09 AM
Photos2026 Auckland Pride ParadeNew Zealand Herald visual journalist Anna Heath captured the vibrant 2026 Auckland Pride Parade on February 21, bringing Ponsonby Road to life with colour, celebration, and spirit. 21 Feb 10:04 AM
PhotosSplore Festival 2026: The Final Herald visual journalist Corey Fleming captured the final Splore Festival, marking the end of a cultural chapter at Tapapakanga Regional Park. 21 Feb 07:01 AM
PhotosFirefighters battle blaze at Northcote CollegeA fire has broken out at Northcote College in Auckland amid the firefighters' strike.19 Feb 11:30 PM
PhotosWaitangi Day 2026 at Waitangi, Bay of Islands New Zealand Herald visual journalists captured moving scenes at the 2026 Waitangi event in Waitangi, Bay of Islands. 05 Feb 10:00 PM
PhotosLaneway Festival, Western Springs 2026Tens of thousands of music fans flock to Laneway Festival at Western Springs Stadium in Auckland, soaking up live performances and vibrant festival vibes. 05 Feb 02:03 AM
PhotosPhotos: Iggy Pop performing at Spark Arena. Herald visual journalist Sylvie Whinray photographed legendary punk icon Iggy Pop performing at Spark Arena. 29 Jan 10:02 AM
PhotosMount Maunganui LandslideHerald photographers were deployed from Auckland to document the significant landslide that struck at the base of Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty on 22 January 2026, following record-breaking rainfall, that claimed six lives.22 Jan 08:24 AM
PhotosTongariro Fire: Behind the CordonNew Zealand Herald Visual Journalist Mike Scott spent days covering the two Tongariro fires, which tore through more than 3000ha of Tongariro National Park in November and December, both sparked by vehicles sending hot metal fragments into roadside vegetation. 09 Dec 04:04 AM
New ZealandSimon Dallow's 20+ year career at TVNZSimon Dallow, 61, joined TVNZ in 1993 after earlier working as a barrister. Across his tenure at TVNZ, he's worked on Newsnight, various news bulletins as well as fronting Agenda and Q+A before hosting the 6pm bulletin in 2006. He will step down on Friday evening.27 Nov 02:00 AM
PhotosMajor blaze at a plastic recycling facility in Waiuku New Zealand Herald visual journalist Hayden Woodward captured the scenes as dozens of fire crews descended on Waiuku township to battle a blaze that burned through the night.23 Nov 08:03 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYHitched at 16: Tyson Fury's daughter ties the knot | Ryan Bridge TODAYSenior entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer with the latest headlines. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch18 May 08:44 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYWhat's new on the menu for Air NZ's premium travellers? | Ryan Bridge TODAYLorna Riley joins Herald NOW to talk Josh Emett's Kiwiana menu, arts and culture spots in London and NZ's Great Walks. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch18 May 08:32 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYIs 16 too young to get married? | Ryan Bridge TODAYFront Page podcast host Chelsea Daniels and BusinessDesk's Dileepa Fonseka debate the top stories of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch18 May 08:26 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYHow rugby boosted player numbers overnight | Ryan Bridge TODAYTouch NZ and NZ Rugby join forces to make touch their official summer, non-contact game, but NZR CEO Steve Lancaster says it's not due to concussion fears. Video /Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch18 May 08:18 PM
