'Must be sold': Overseas owners auction off vacant mansion 'as is where is'

They have decided against taking on the much-needed repairs and want to do a deal.

Francs ready: Lactalis commits $100m to Mainland’s NZ capex

The Government didn’t call the transaction in for a national interest assessment.

Loophole sees teen star Sam Ruthe achieve Games qualifying time in battle with Olympic champion

The 16-year-old went up against a tough field in the biggest race of his life.

MetService severe weather warning: Friday, February 13, 2026

$2b Queenstown development, Du Val back in court, My Food Bag GLP-1 push

Christchurch mosque gunman sentence appeal: What was his defence?

Media Insider: Kiwi TV producer faces fraud charges, Reporter quits TVNZ

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: February 16

Morning quiz: What is the title of the debut album by Oasis?

Sudoku - test yourself

Crosswords

Are ultra-processed foods really that bad?

High wind, high stakes: Black Foils back on home water after Perth crash

Can NZ cash in on critical minerals and still stay wary of mining?

How to stop rising power prices hitting your wallet this year

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: February 16

Can you get a hat-trick?

Phil Gifford: The dynamic presence who is the future of the All Blacks

OPINION: Super Rugby Pacific 2026 came out of the starting gate with a roar.

PGA Tour winners boost New Zealand Open field

Five-time PGA Tour winners Kevin Na and Nick Watney make rare NZ debuts.

Ruthless France rout Wales in Cardiff

France ran in eight tries in Cardiff to hand Wales a record home loss.

'Must be sold': Overseas owners auction off vacant mansion 'as is where is'

Real estate chief auctions off $1m-plus Auckland estate for kids charity

98-year-old landlord with heart of gold selling his collection of A-frame homes

Mortgagee mansion: Half-built trophy home near Zuru billionaires' $40m estate for sale

Want to live longer? Be happier and healthier? Why picking up a paint brush, joining a choir or cooking a meal could help

At a time when arts education is under siege, research shows how vital creativity is.

Danyl McLauchlan: Relentless government mediocrity could lead to the unthinkable - PM Winston Peters

Winston Peters as PM is still a long shot, but don’t the lead horses look exhausted?

Russell Brown: In the UK, the Epstein Files cause a parliamentary crisis. In the US, they barely raise eyebrows

Deputy US attorney-general Todd Blanche tells journalists any Epstein investigation's over

Anthony Ellison’s cartoon of the week

Anthony Ellison shares his perspective on current events.

The happiest kingdom outside of Disneyland!

Is this the best way to retire?

Are you renovating for you or your buyers?

Create a handsome, family home without affecting its resale value.

The new face of retirement living

Low-maintenance living, harbour views and life on your terms.

Mum didn’t feel safe at home anymore

Paul vowed he would always take care of his mum. Then came the turning point.