Hot Water Beach campground sold to Aussie chain for more than $16m

“We pretty much got to name our price.”

Productivity Unleashed: The measurement problem holding back R&D spending

NZ has always struggled to evaluate the benefits of scientific research.

From shearer to doctor: A remarkable career change pays off

The former shearer began medical retraining at age 27.

Who Knew What And When? Coster’s Claims Under Scrutiny

Government rejects Climate Change Commissions recommendations - what now?

ASB chief economist: This is the turning point for the economy

'An uphill battle': Disestablishment of Māori health authority to be challenged in court hearing

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: December 9

Morning quiz: What term is used to describe a donkey's vocalisations?

Sudoku - test yourself

Crosswords

All Blacks woes, netball chaos and Lawson’s rise to F1 fame

Podcast: Survive to 2025? For many, relief never came.

Charlotte Lockhart on finding clarity when facing mortality

Can Auckland CBD come back from the dead?

'It was a disgrace': Liverpool great tears into Salah after outburst

The 33-year-old has now been axed from Liverpool's Champions League squad.

NZ Cricket CEO Scott Weenink ‘on leave’ as governance spat escalates

Four NZC life members warned a public power struggle is damaging cricket's reputation.

All Blacks’ 17-match schedule revealed for 2026, will kick off season at Christchurch stadium

The All Blacks play only four home tests in a 17-match 2026 calendar.

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: December 9

Can you get a hat-trick?

Hot Water Beach campground sold to Aussie chain for more than $16m

Hidden mansion built from recycled bridges and old buildings hits market

Auction crackdown across the ditch: Will NZ force agents to reveal reserve prices?

Iwi group snaps up ex-state homes to sell tribal members at cost

Te Whatu Ora’s former chair Rob Campbell: Axing Māori health authority one of the greatest crimes against health services

A new way of delivering health services would have benefited Pākehā as well as Māori.

AI cover ban reversed, 'brilliant story collection' Obligate Carnivore roars back into book awards contention

The spotlight can return to Stephanie Johnson’s exceptional storytelling as AI ban lifts.

Law & society: What happens when a coalition partner disavows legislation it helped to enact?

Winston Peters’ pledge to repeal Regulatory Standards Act upends required certainty.

Russell Crowe steals the show in war crimes drama Nuremberg

Nuremberg is a reminder of the evils men do - and that they can be brought to justice.

Sponsored: Design tips for an ideal kitchen and dining area

Colour is key to setting the tone for a successful space.

A guide to managing moisture at home

Resene’s experts provide tips and strategies to tackle the issue.

Helping locals this Christmas

Bringing food, support and festive-season kindness to the community.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.