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How iwi are reshaping investment and driving the next growth wave

Iwi setting sights on global infrastructure and renewable energy deals.

Karaka Millions show goes on even as tragedy strikes famous racing family

Racing family rocked by bushfires tragedy as they prepare for Karaka Millions meeting.

After Ice shooting, Minneapolis mayor emerges with blunt rebuke of Trump

Jacob Frey's reaction is shaped by a tenure of crises, including George Floyd's killing.

‘He’s a maximalist’: Inside Trump’s gold leaf-wrapped Oval Office

New York Times: More gold, portraits, flags, flourishes and decorations than before.

NZ film-making royalty quietly sells her West Auckland bach

Niki Caro and her architect husband owned spot close to where Jane Campion shot The Piano.

Red carpet highlights at the Golden Globes

Red carpet highlights at the Golden Globes. Video / Getty

Have wealthy Kiwis soured on the 1990s' most expensive suburb?

Homes in the waterfront strip have plunged in value since market peak.

Where house prices dropped the most in 2025 - and where they kept on climbing

The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.

Inside David Wardle’s adult LEGO obsession

“kidulting” adults reconnecting with childhood through play. Video \ Jason Dorday

From Lego to Labubu: Why adults are spending billions on toys for themselves

Adults have taken over from kids as the most important age segment in the toy industry.

Redundancy 'charade': Influencer wins $48,000 after unfair dismissal finding

The ERA found the firm's redundancy process was rushed and largely predetermined.

Firearms Safety Authority boss to retire after IPCA criticism over McSkimming case

Angela Brazier will step down as Firearms Safety Authority boss in April.

Powell probe: US prosecutors open criminal investigation into Fed chairman

NY Times: Trump has attacked Powell for resisting his demands to slash interest rates.

Armed police swarm Auckland city centre after gun scare

Armed officers took the 28-year-old man into custody about 4.45pm.

Tauranga man dies in Poripori water hole incident

The person is the second local to die at the swimming spot in as many summers.

Market close: Rakon takeover bid fails to lift NZ sharemarket

The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 13,683.29, down 12.96 points or 0.09%.

Man who used woman's bank card worried potential employers will think he's not honest

But a judge has told Aaron Robie that is 'the point of a conviction'.

Why it’s healthy to keep wine, pasta and chocolate on the menu in January

Telegraph: Restrictive new year diets don't work. Here's what to do instead.

Kiwi wildcard defies massive ranking disparity to push world No 49 at ASB Classic

Ranked more than 650 places lower, James Watt had break chances in both sets.

Person critical after water-related incident at an Opotiki property

Emergency services were called to Wellington St, near Union St about 3.10pm.

Why the Manage My Health hack was cheap by design and why it won’t be the last

The logic behind the low ransom and why this attack puts us even more at risk.

Manage My Health: What we know about hacker and ransom demand

NZ Herald senior reporter David Fisher has been following the breach, and will break down what happened, and who is behind it.

Too hot to handle: Hawke’s Bay brewery shuts early as region hits 37C

GodsOwn Brewery in Maraekakaho shut early as the pizza kitchen hit 45C.

'Avoid the area': Person in critical condition as police set cordons in Palmerston North

Officers were called to the scene in Highbury about 3.15pm.

Wildfires spread to 15,000ha in Argentine Patagonia

More than 500 firefighters and support staff are battling the blazes in Argentina.

Powell says US Federal Reserve subpoenaed by Justice Department

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly demanded faster interest rate cuts from the Fed.

Gisborne council disability strategy left to expire for more than a decade

The council now plans a memo early this year on reviving the Disability Strategy.

Death probe: Police focus on how two people died on Pukehina property

The woman’s death is classed as suspicious, the man’s as unexplained.

Weather, golf and a baby on the way: The subplots around Ruud’s ASB Classic return

The world No 12 was last at the ASB Classic in 2023, when bad weather forced play indoors.

Queenstown wetland wildlife at risk as cats caught hunting

Whakatipu Wildlife Trust stated that trail cameras detected 44 cats over three weeks.

Asian retail chain collapses into liquidation owing millions

The chain, led by businessman Lin Liu, owes creditors around $6m.

Afternoon quiz: What is the capital of Liberia?

Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

Diving tragedy: Man dies in evening incident off Mahia Peninsula

Emergency services were alerted at 9.20pm after the man was found in the water.

News of a second healthcare data breach emerges - six months after the fact

The scope of the attack is still not clear.

The Country: Shearer Simon Goss on breaking world record

Wayne Langford, Mike McIntyre, Kate Scott, Simon Goss and Phil Duncan.

Hero Bondi cop who stopped mall attacker now faces cancer battle

Amy Scott was honoured for bravery after stopping the Bondi Junction attacker.

Police seek wedding guest after assault outside historic Arrowtown pub

Images of the suspect have been released and police are appealing for help.

'Who would tell their kids they were dying?': Friend of Nicola Flint speaks out on NZ mum’s cancer lies

Police say forged medical files and fraud netted Flint more than $180,000.

'Unacceptable': Long grass at tourist drawcard an 'eyesore'

A long-time Rotorua resident says she has 'never seen the lawns like this'.

ASB Classic winner reveals special message before completing rare feat

Elina Svitolina and husband Gael Monfils claim a rare title in the same city.

'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam

'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.

'Hope is a beautiful thing' - Adolescence, One Battle After Another win big at Golden Globes

Many of last year's big winners once again claimed the spotlight.

NZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 12, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Man and woman charged in Manurewa shooting and demonstrations continue in Iran | Monday, January 12, 2026

Bluebridge ferry to recommence sailing after days of disruption

Six sailings were cancelled over the weekend, with next bookings nearly two weeks away.

Mum awarded $10,000 after son blocks her access to money

Her son became a joint account holder while translating for his mother.

Ethiopia begins construction of Africa's biggest airport, PM announces

Massive hub expected to handle some 110 million passengers a year.

25-year-old named as swimmer missing in Waikato River search

A police dive squad is re-entering the Waikato River today to search again.

What a year without booze did for my brain and body

Telegraph: How one woman went alcohol-free after four decades of nightly wine.

'I do' not enough: ChatGPT wedding speech voids couple's marriage

The couple experienced emotional distress at the thought of losing their wedding date.

How to enjoy a luxurious Parisian stay in Melbourne

Few travellers may know about Melbourne's 'Paris end'.

$356m Rakon takeover bid ‘seems solid, main hurdle gone’ - NZSA

Shares surge in early trading.

'Definite increase': The rise of 3D-printed firearms

Police say 3D guns are being printed in houses and garages throughout New Zealand.

Body found after man fails to return from swim in Rotorua lake

The death comes amid multiple weekend water tragedies across New Zealand.

Sport NZ boss to reapply for role

Raelene Castle's contract has run its course, so she must reapply to stay in the role.

Fire crews battle 300m blaze near Nelson beach, cafe on standby to evacuate

Fire and Emergency NZ crews from Nelson, Stoke, Appleby and Tāhunanui responded.

Seymour insists Govt coalition is stable and productive despite public rifts

The Deputy PM claims the coalition has passed record amounts of legislation in two years.

Trump admin sends more agents to Minneapolis despite furor over woman’s killing

Renee Nicole Good, 37, was shot dead in her car near a Minneapolis ICE site.

Iran’s rulers are not just facing a clamour from within

Analysis: The protests seem different this time. Is the regime on the brink?

All Blacks prospect suffers ACL injury, to miss Super Rugby Pacific season

Halfback Dylan Pledger has been ruled out for 12 months after suffering a training injury.

Inside Auckland’s hidden monasteries and retreats

From Carmelite nuns to Tibetan monks – meet some of Auckland's spiritual residents.

Givealittle fight: Pregnant partner of man killed in sand dune goes to court over funds

Devoted dad died in hospital two days after a sand dune collapsed at Muriwai Beach.

Summer questions: A year of change for dairy - Fonterra's Matt Bolger reflects

MD of co-operative affairs says the sale of Mainland will deliver value back to farmers.

Popular Queenstown tourist bridge closed indefinitely after serious structural failures found

Councillors will decide the bridge's future during the next annual plan.

Man and woman charged with murder after fatal late-night Auckland shooting

Police say the victim died at the scene on Balfour Rd, Manurewa late on Friday night.

EU defence chief says combined force could replace US in Europe

Andrius Kubilius floats creating a force of 100,000 troops and European Security Council.

More than 50 flights cancelled as high winds batter Wellington

MetService says winds have eased and no severe weather is expected this week.

Man Utd in disarray after FA Cup exit

United have crashed out of both domestic cups at the first hurdle this season.

Auckland film-maker jailed for child sex abuse material; industry in shock

The actor and director was caught sending images to a 'decoy' police detective online.