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Israel launches attack on Iran, PM Luxon readies for a trip to China and one miracle survivor from a plane crash in India. Yanfei Bao's murderer is finally sentenced.
Christopher Luxon on Israel's 'preemptive strike' on Iran
PM Luxon, ahead of embarking on his trip to China, addresses Israel's 'preemptive strike' on Iran's capital
Man arrested after violent home invasion in East Tamaki, Auckland NZ
Police are investigating a violent incident on Lissleton Drive, East Tamaki, that left two people seriously injured. Video / NZ Herald
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media before his first trip to China
Christopher Luxon speaks to the media before his first trip to China.
NZ Herald reporter Tom Raynel reports live from the annual Fieldays show at Mystery Creek
NZ Herald reporter Tom Raynel gives us his take on Fieldays after his first visit to the iconic agricultural show
Coroner to deliver findings into death of Gore toddler Lachie Jones
NZ Herald reporter Ben Tomsett is live outside Invercargill courthouse in preparation for the Gore toddler Lachie Jones inquest findings delivery
Katie Oliver joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss the day's news
More on the day's news stories with NZ Herald reporter Katie Oliver
The 'feels' at Fieldays and how banks are dealing with Kiwisaver hardship
Herald NOW talks business with 2degrees: Fieldays, pine forests and how banks are dealing with Kiwisaver hardship
Sonny Bill Williams is at the Herald NOW desk ahead of his big fight with Paul Gallen
Ryan Bridge speaks to Sonny Bill Williams ahead of his boxing bout with Paul Gallen
Is Zealandia eco-sanctuary under threat?
Herald NOW speaks to Zealandia's Jo Ledington after the bodies of four weasels found inside the Wellington eco-sanctuary.
John Afoa: Super Rugby legend gives his take on this weekend's Blues Vs Crusaders
John Afoa joins Ryan Bridge to give us an insight into what to expect for this weekend's Blue's Vs Crusader's game.
Family seeks answers after mum of six dies following tonsilitis misdiagnosis
Sister of a woman who died in a hospital emergency department speaks to Ryan Bridge about how the family's been let down by the health system.
Former National leader Simon Bridges quizzed on facial hair on Herald NOW panel
Auckland Business Chamber CEO Simon Bridges and GP and filmmaker Dr Sapna Samant join Ryan Bridge to talk about the day's news.
Rising Iran tensions: US Embassy partially evacuating in Iraq
Ryan Bridge speaks to International affairs expert regarding the evacuation of US troops in Iraq.
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 13 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 13 2025
Air India crash: Air NZ CEO Greg Foran talks aviation safety after plane with 242 people on board
Air NZ CEO Greg Foran speaks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW after Air India crash
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.
Air India flight crashes shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad
Officials say the Boeing 787 aircraft had 242 passengers and crew on board when the accident occurred.
Ute rockets onto Ngauranga Gorge during rush hour, clipping car
The ute careens out of the off-ramp onto Ngauranga Gorge, clipping a car travelling on SH1. Video / Luke Drabble
Long queues after ute crash on SH1 Ngauranga Gorge during evening rush
Footage captures lengthy queues for those heading home from Wellington CBD tonight after a crash on Ngauranga Gorge. Video / NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
Frank Film: Stories from the South, Episode 6: A Museum in a House
Animal skulls, flesh-eating beetles and good honest pessimism: the life and work of Bruce Mahalski. Video / Frank Film
MetService Severe weather - 12-14 June
MetService Severe weather - 12-14 June. Video / MetService
Anti-ICE protests continue, and Nicola Willis criticises Reserve Bank | NZ Herald Afternoon Update
Anti-ICE demonstrations continued across several American cities and Finance Minister Nicola Willis criticised the Reserve Bank over Adrian Orr's resignation.
Bucklands Beach house fire under investigation by police
Fire and Emergency received a call for a house fire on Bucklands Beach Road at 8.40pm on Wednesday. Video / NZ Herald
Emergency services respond to train-truck collision in Favona, Auckland
Emergency services rushed to the South Auckland suburb of Favona after a freight train and truck collided yesterday around 7:45pm. Video / NZ Herald
Pak'nSAVE 40th Birthday - Kaitaia
The co-owner of the first PAK’nSAVE on 40 years of serving communities.
Smokefree Rockquest Regional Finals - Manawatū
Behind the scenes at the Smokefree Rockquest Regional Finals in Manawatū.
Smokefree Rockquest Regional Finals - Auckland
Behind the scenes at the Smokefree Rockquest Regional Finals in Auckland.
Smokefree Rockquest Regional Finals - Auckland Tangata Beats
Behind the scenes at the Smokefree Rockquest Tangata Beats Auckland.
Smokefree Rockquest Regional Finals - Whanganui
Behind the scenes at the Smokefree Rockquest Regional Finals in Whanganui.
Showquest Regional Finals - Hawke’s Bay
Behind the scenes at the Showquest Regional Finals in Hawke’s Bay.
Showquest Regional Finals - Northland
Behind the scenes at the Showquest Regional Finals in Northland.
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media
Christopher Luxon speaks to the media from Fieldays
Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure trailer
Trailer for ITV's new TV show Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure. Video / ITV
NZ Herald reporter Katie Oliver speaks to Ryan Bridge about the news stories out today
Herald NOW previews the news ahead for the day with NZ Herald reporter Katie Oliver.
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
Herald NOW: Co-founder of 'The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson passes away aged 82
Co-founder of 'The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson passes away aged 82. Video / Herald NOW