Shortland Street slammed for 'insensitive and ignorant' Down syndrome storyline

South Island news wrap: The three month ban on set-net fishing across Otago Peninsula

The government has imposed a three month ban on set-net fishing across the Otago peninsula, Newstalk ZB South Island news director, Claire Sherwood reports.

Bay of Plenty tops ASB regional economic scorecard, Q2 GDP picks & AML levy pushback

Business with 2degrees: Kiwifruit exports help lift BOP to top regional performance; banks pick a Q2 GDP squeeze; real estate industry pushes back on anti-money-laundering levy.

Charlie Kirk assassination: Where does this leave free speech in the US?

Institute for Free Speech Vice President, Tom Garrett weighs in on what the killing of Trump ally Charlie Kirk means for free speech in the US. Video / Herald NOW

Police appear to take day off from Tom Phillips investigation sites

NZ Herald Visual Journalist George Heard speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW with his latest findings on the Tom Phillips case. Video / Herald NOW

All Blacks suffer heaviest ever Test defeat at hands of South Africa

Former Springbok Kevin Putt joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss New Zealand's 43-10 loss to South Africa. Video / Herald NOW

Secondary teachers on strike from today

PPTA President Chris Abercrombie joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss the secondary school teachers and their rolling strike action. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW Weather: September 15th, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 15th, 2025

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Hospital visiting hours and teachers strike

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Health NZ expands family visiting hours and secondary school teachers take further strike action.

Landlord claims tenant ‘almost bankrupted her’ over damage to home

A landlord says she has been left in financial peril over damage amounting to thousands of dollars caused to her property by a tenant who left owing more than $9000 in rent.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Israel ramps up Gaza City assault, Trump issues NATO ultimatum

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Israel ramps up Gaza City assault, Trump issues NATO ultimatum, two Australians charged with arms trafficking. Video / NZ Herald

Trailer: Tangata Pai

Bi-lingual drama Tangata Pai stars Shavaughn Ruakere.

Opinion: Suppression orders don’t work when the internet won’t forget

Lifting the injunction could allow responsible media to address important questions and reassess Phillips’ actions. Video / NZ Herald

Springboks beat the All Blacks 43-10 in a record breaking loss

Springboks beat the All Blacks 43-10 in a record breaking loss at Sky Stadium Wellington. Credit Sky Sport

Penrith Panthers beat the Warriors 24-8

All the action as the Warriors host the Penrith Panthers in the first round of the NRL finals, from Go Media Stadium. Credit Sky Sport

Argentina beat Wallabies 28-26

Los Pumas held off the Wallabies' comeback efforts to close out a tight Rugby Championship win Credit Sky Sport

Lenny Kravitz gives approval to Zoe Kravitz and Harry Styles romance

Lenny Kravitz approves of his daughter’s new romance with Harry Styles.

Auckland pro-Palestine march draws 20,000 calling for Gaza ceasefire

Chants echoed around Auckland central as 20,000 pro-Palestine demonstrators packed the streets, calling for action by the Government against Israel. Video / NZ Herald

Trump says he will deploy National Guard to 'deeply troubled' Memphis

Trump says he will deploy National Guard to 'deeply troubled' Memphis. Video / AFP

Marama Davidson speaks from the 'March for Humanity'

Marama Davidson speaks from the 'March for Humanity' Video / NZ Herald

'March for Humanity' Large protest in Auckland City sparks counter protest

Large crowds gathered today in Auckland's Aotea Square to 'March for Humanity'. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Tom Phillips cordon lifted, Charlie Kirk killer named

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Tom Phillips cordon lifted, Charlie Kirk killer has been named and arrested. A large protest is set to take place in Auckland City today.

Hooked! Chef Al Brown on how to catch a fish.

A restaurateur and a reporter head to Cornwallis Wharf to try their luck. Video / Michael Craig

Watch: First look inside Tom Phillips' camp

Watch: First look inside Tom Phillips' camp. Video / NZ Herald

Utah governor names arrested suspect in Kirk killing as Tyler Robinson

Utah governor names arrested suspect in Kirk killing as Tyler Robinson. Video / AFP

First-time mum dies days after giving birth

Rebecca Paulin, 38, died six days after giving birth to daughter Charlie-Mae.

Emergency Management: Thunderstorms and their warnings

Be Prepared. Video released by the NZ Emergency Management team teach us about how to prepare and the importance of understanding the warning signs during an Emergency. Video / RNZ

Emergency Management: Flatting in disasters

Be Prepared. Videos released by the NZ Emergency Management teach us about how to prepare for and act during an emergency when surrounded by flat mates. Video / RNZ

Emergency Management: Medical Storage

Be Prepared. Videos released by the NZ Emergency Management teach us about how the importance of proper medical storage during an emergency. Video / RNZ

Emergency Management: Weather warnings and what to do

Be Prepared. Video released by the NZ Emergency Management team teach us about how to prepare and the importance of understanding the warning signs during an Emergency. Video / RNZ

Emergency Management: Community Preparedness

Be Prepared. Videos released by the NZ Emergency Management teach us about how to prepare and the importance of community during an emergency. Video / RNZ

Fishermen trapped on windy rocks saved in dramatic resuce

Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter crews were tasked to Cornwallis by police to assist three fishermen trapped on rocks. Video / AHRT

My date with Mr Fantasy

Jenni Mortimer’s speaks to Mr Fantasy about his meteoric rise to fame, hobbits and their upcoming frisbee date. Video / NZ Herald

Auckland suitcase double-murder trial: Counsellor recalls Hakyung Lee’s ‘crisis of faith’

As Hakyung “Jasmine” Lee’s husband was dying in hospice care, the former Sunday school teacher revealed to a palliative care counsellor that she was having a “crisis of faith*.

Trailer: Top End Bub

Miranda Tapsell starts in the follow up series to the hit film, Top End Wedding. Video / Prime Video

Qantas wants 48 new Airbus A321XLRs

Qantas has started taking bookings for its first Airbus A321XLRs. It says the new aircraft can fly about 3000km further than their 737 predecessors. Video / Qantas

MetService Severe Weather Update: September 12th-14th 2025

MetService Severe Weather Update: September 12th-14th 2025. Video / MetService

Trailer: Task

Mark Ruffalo stars in new HBO drama Task, screening on Neon. Video / NZ Herald

Mother of Marokopa children faced court on drink driving charge hours after Tom Phillips' death

Open Justice can reveal the mother of the Marokopa children, Cat Christey, appeared in court on drink driving charge while two of her children were still missing. Video / NZ Herald

Tom Phillips update: 5 days since Tom Phillips shot dead

NZ Herald reporter Raphael Franks gives update from Waipuna Road.

Herald NOW is joined by Jamie Mackay to discuss the headlines in rural news

The biggest stories of the week for the rural community - The Country's Jamie Mackay joins Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW