Exclusive: Taiki Waititi in hit NZ comedy Educators

Cirque Du Soleil's Corteo: A look at the life of a circus performer

Herald entertainment journalist Mitchell Hageman attempts the Cyr wheel with expert Justin Buss. Video / Cameron Pitney

Captivating footage shows avalanche near Mt Sefton

Captivating footage shows the moment skiers capture an avalanche descending down a South Island mountain. Video / Derek Jolley

National MP says he was misled over allegations that led to resignation as Cabinet minister

Andrew Bayly says no complaint was ever made and is seeking to clear his name over the staff incident.

Homes built for those who fly

NZ’s first residential airpark offers a one-of-a-kind lifestyle.

MetService weather: October 30, 2025

MetService weather: October 30, 2025. Video / MetService

Andrew Little on his plans and challenges as the new Wellington Mayor.

Andrew Little speaks with the Herald ahead of being sworn in as the new Wellington Mayor, outlining his priorities and first 100 days in office. Video / Ethan Manera

Office landlords shift from leases to partnerships

For years, leasing office space followed a familiar pattern: sign a long-term contract, design your fitout, and move in months later. But as businesses demand more agility

How our building sector can boost efficiency

Managing Director, G.J Gardner Ellie Porteous chats with Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge.

Sport panel: From Silver Ferns to All Blacks - the week in review

Winston Aldworth and team debate the highs, lows, and headline moments in NZ sport on Herald NOW.

South Island farmers lead massive post-storm cleanup

Federated Farmers’ Kass Rauber on recovery, resilience, and what still needs fixing.

Handball marathon for Kiwi kids: Live from Eden Park

A live look at the high-energy fundraiser helping Kiwi kids in need.

Elijah Wood crashes Hobbiton wedding: Frodo meets the newlyweds

Waikato news director Dani Zollickhofer on how a real-life Middle-earth moment left wedding guests stoked.

British & Irish film festival returns with star-studded line-up

Festival Director Fergus Grady on standout premieres and what audiences can expect. Video/ Herald NOW

US fed cuts rates, NVIDIA reaches $5 trillion mark, Fonterra vote today

Business with 2degrees: BusinessDesk's Dileepa Fonseka chats with Hearld NOW's Ryan Bridge.

Major Microsoft outage causing internet outages around the world

Senior Business Writer Chris Keall on major Microsoft outage causing internet outages around the world.

'There's still no accountability from Netball NZ' : Marg Foster on the Noelene Taurua saga

Former Black Fern Marg Foster on Herald on the Dame Noelene Taurua saga at Netball New Zealand.

The pipeline from Canada to Kiwi streets: Inside NZ’s meth epidemic

A cross-border investigation uncovering how Canada became a surprising source of NZ meth.

Luxon meets Trump in South Korea: What went on during the sit down?

Jamie Ensor breaks down the unexpected meeting reshaping NZ’s diplomatic week.

Farmers react: Fonterra strikes deal with French company Lactalis

Southland farmer Luke Templeton on Fonterra's deal with French company Lactalis.

Winston Peters announces sanctions on 65 'shadow fleet' vessels shipping Russian oil

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has sanctioned 65 vessels involved in shipping Russian oil. Video / YouTube / Regeringskansliet

Herald NOW Weather: October 30, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: October 30, 2025.

NZ Herald Sports Update: October 30, 2025

NZ Herald Sports Update: October 30, 2025.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Donald Trump and Chris Luxon meet

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Donald Trump and Chris Luxon meet, new sanctions target Russia’s shadow fleet.

The likely team changes for the All Blacks rematch with Ireland

The All Blacks are expected to make at least three changes for their rematch with Ireland in Chicago. Video / NZ Herald

Watch: Donald Trump praises Christopher Luxon after first meeting

The pair entered a dinner event together in South Korea. Video / Jamie Ensor

The Elephant | Is it time to legalise recreational drugs in NZ?

"Not fit for purpose", NZ's Misuse of Drugs Act is 50 years old and out of date. The Drug Foundation want drug use decriminalised and the law rewritten to focus on health.

'Censorship': Craccum editor locked out of website

Craccum Magazine managing editor Lewis Creed alleges 'censorship' after being locked out of website following story about student union boss pay. Video / Cameron Pitney

Kea Kids: You won’t believe the gruesome history behind Panmure

Potato famine or Panmure? Reporter Madison is at Howick Historical Village with a spooky story straight out of the NZ history books.

How low vaccination rates left NZ exposed to another measles outbreak

University of Canterbury senior lecturer in epidemiology, Anna Howe, is with us to discuss what you need to know.

Air New Zealand boss Nikhil Ravishankar on Rebuild Challenges & Resilience

Air New Zealand CEO Nikhil Ravishankar, talks to John Weekes on migration, rebuild challenges & Resilience. Video \ Jason Dorday

2025 APRA Silver Scroll Awards SOUNZ Contemporary Award winner Ihlara McIndoe

SOUNZ Contemporary Award | Te Tohu Auaha winner Ihlara McIndoe accepts the 2025 award by video thanking her fellow nominees and composers. Video / APRA SILVER SCROLLS

Shortland Street: Contagion – Trailer

A deadly new virus is taking over Ferndale. Video / South Pacific Pictures

Blair Tickner shines on Black Caps comeback

Playing his first ODI in over 900 days, the 32-year-old helped rout England.

MetService weather: October 29, 2025

MetService weather: October 29, 2025

Canterbury's 'Larry the Lamb' claims NPC mascot race victory

NZ sprinter Tiaan Whelpton has been revealed as the mascot winner.

First kiwi chick hatches on Waiheke Island

Ten kiwi were released onto Waiheke Island for the first time in May this year in a conservation milestone, and now a kiwi chick has been hatched. Supplied / Save the Kiwi

Wellington Mayor-elect Andrew Little announces Ben McNulty as his deputy mayor

McNulty, a fellow Labour councillor, will serve as deputy for the first half of the term, in a novel new arrangement set up by Little. Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Live: Chris Hipkins speaks to media

Chris Hipkins speaks to the media after addressing the Council of Trade Unions at their biennial conference.

Watch: What does the Green Party think of Labour's capital gains tax?

Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says Labour's tax policy would be a "starting point" in any future coalition negotiations. Video / Mark Mitchell

Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa has made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm – one of the most powerful storm landfalls on record in the Atlantic basin. Video / AFP, Herald NOW