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'A concerning precedent': Black Foils hit with penalty for Perth SailGP crash

'I am not sure what else we could have done in the situation,' Peter Burling said.

‘There’s a nuance to Ben’: Sister defends long court history of man killed at Waitārere Beach

Ben Timmins had drugs and firearms convictions and several employment disputes.

‘A shrine in the middle of nowhere’: Blue hillside of statues gets green light

A council commissioner found the 4.5m statues had more than minor impacts.

'Disappeared overnight': Shoppers mystified as H&M vanishes from mall

Inside why the Tauranga store closed, and the two well-known brands that will replace it.

Historic blazes: When four rural homesteads went up in flames

Major James Armstrong’s 22-room Glengarry homestead was lost in minutes.

NZ’s best beaches: Your top 50 finalists revealed, plus how to vote for the ultimate winners

Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Who will you pick?

Doctor delivers $500k win for proud jockey as parents watch on

Irish jockey continues exceptional record in black-type races

Cambridge stable continues hot recent record with class fillies

Trainers thrilled as their two smart 3-year-olds grab NZB Desert Gold Stakes quinella.

Inside the 1990s Nazi war crimes probe that drew in New Zealand police

Two Kiwi officers joined a rare worldwide hunt for suspected Nazi killers.

Glenn Dwight: Happy Old Year! Why we should party like it's 1995

OPINION: After cheery slogans such as 'Survive till 25', do we actually need a New Year?

Spies release Rainbow Warrior papers

Documents show how NZSIS helped crack the case against France - and what might have been.

Home detention vs prison: How much we really spend to keep offenders locked in

New figures show sentenced inmate numbers rose to 5761 in September 2025.

Back to school - Counting the Cost

Back to school costs: The real price of your child’s education

The Pope and the 'Princess': Auckland tenor's run-in with Vatican security

"I don’t think I can eat pizza here any more."

Nadine Higgins: Why 'less' is my 2026 mantra

OPINION: How decluttering your life clears the path for progress.

Rose Herda shares her favourite spots in Auckland

Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

‘It’s reality with a capital R’: Inside the secrets of Country Calendar - a day on the set of NZ’s most popular TV show

‘I think there are a lot of NZers who have a slight hankering for a life in the country.’

Team Rugby just fall short in Black Clash

Recap of the T20 Black Clash as Team Cricket and Team Rugby do battle again.

Running prodigy Sam Ruthe edges Sam Tanner in recordbreaking 800m

The teen sensation has added to his run of impressive performances.

AI 'Bush Legend' wildlife star fronted by fake Aboriginal man based in New Zealand

The AI 'Bush Legend' account has more than 211,000 followers online.

Auckland FC beat South Island United in OFC Professional League opener

Auckland FC have opened their account in the new OFC Professional League with a 3-0 win.

Watch: Crash forces Black Foils out of SailGP event in Perth

'I’m not quite sure what else we could have done,' Peter Burling said.

Brian Tamaki tells supporters to rally despite failed bid to march Harbour Bridge

Police and NZTA have refused permission for the Tamaki-led march over the Harbour Bridge.

One hospitalised after water-related activity at Red Beach

Emergency services were also called to Kai Iwi Lakes, Northland, about an hour later.

Auckland bus attack: Police seek witnesses after passenger injured in Onehunga

The attack comes after several violent incidents on Auckland buses recently.

‘You should all move down here’: What you can get for $739K in NZ’s most affordable city

Agent says stock is running out: “We’ve sold everything.”

Fashion power couple sell their art-filled villa for $3.6m - above RV

West Auckland family scoop up Dame Denise L'Estrane-Corbet and Francis Hooper's home.

Venezuela interim leader sacks Alex Saab as minister amid pressure from US

Saab was arrested in 2020 and later extradited to the United States.

Lotto numbers revealed: Are you NZ's newest millionaire?

$4 million jackpot up for grabs after one lucky player won $10 million on Wednesday.

Judge accused over NZ First event may call Chief District Court judge

Judge Ema Aitken faces a judicial conduct panel over her actions in 2024.

Do Woolworths shoppers want Google AI adding items to buy? We’ll soon find out

OPINION: The AI will weigh discounts and promotions, subtly nudging what people buy.

Winston Peters’ global gifts: From Mongolian horse to Hillary-signed note

His viral cowboy-themed campaign ad sparked a wave of horse gifts abroad.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters shares some of his favourite gifts

One of the more unusual gifts Foreign Minister Winston Peters has received is a horse, which he named Stamina. Video / Mark Mitchell

Stress survival guide: Sleep, breath work – and one odd toilet trick

Experts share quick, free tactics to calm your body and mind under pressure.

Homeland Security agents avoid charges after shooting at driving suspects

Prosecutors said no charges were possible because no bullets struck anyone.

Fishing backlash victory: Jones scraps marlin bycatch plan but wider battle looms

The proposal would have allowed commercial boats to keep and sell marlin bycatch.

Why ASB Classic champion Jakub Mensik is destined for greatness in ATP career

Jakub Mensik secured the second ATP title of his career with victory in Auckland.

Ed Sheeran concert-goers warned after fans left waiting for 2am buses

A family heading to North Shore said no extra buses were put on from Britomart last night.

Auckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafe

More than 20 Auckland beaches remain under 'do not swim' black flags.

Trump's Justice Department investigates Minnesota governor, Minneapolis mayor

The action focuses on whether Tim Walz and Jacob Frey impeded federal agents.

My ‘perfect’ marriage fell apart. These were the warning signs I missed

Eve Simmons found recurring red flags, from money imbalances to silent resentment.

Grant Batty: Former All Blacks wing dies, aged 74 in Queensland

Grant Batty played 15 tests for the All Blacks during his career.

Afternoon quiz: What country of over 150 million people has never won an Olympic medal?

Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

The Queenstown paradox: More homes are being built, but fewer are being lived in

Buildings are going up at a faster rate in the region than almost anywhere in the country.

'I'm so proud of her': Ashton Kutcher on Demi Moore's The Substance role

The former couple were married from 2005 until their divorce in November 2013.

Dates confirmed for first racing of new America's Cup cycle

The preliminary regatta will allow teams to enter two AC40 crews if they choose.

Ronnie Wood’s son Jesse living on savings as speeding ban adds to woes

Jesse Wood told magistrates he survives on about $2300 a month from savings.

US air authority warns of ‘military activities’ over Mexico, Central America

The advisory also covers airspace over parts of the Pacific and is in effect for 60 days.

US clamps down on Pacific visas with bans, bonds and suspended migration

Fiji faces a halt on new US migration visas from January 21, but tourists can still go.

Trump names Blair, Rubio to Gaza ‘board of peace’

Former British PM joins despite anger over his backing for the 2003 Iraq invasion.

‘He’ll probably get eaten, Tom’: Orca surround late-night Oriental Bay swimmer

Department of Conservation says orca often hunt stingrays in Wellington Harbour.

Inside Chris Hipkins and Toni Grace’s engagement and family life

The former PM and his new bride-to-be share their romantic engagement and wedding plans.

Engineering marvel: The national power grid’s underground secret

Deep beneath the Kaimanawa Forest Park, the Rangipō Power Station churns out 120MW.

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias says abuse allegations ‘absolutely false’

Two former staff allege sexual abuse and forced labour in 2021.

South Korean ex-leader jailed for 5 years in first martial law verdict

He also faces a separate case where prosecutors have sought the death penalty.

Donor conception gap: Why families need help long after fertility treatment

More than 3600 New Zealanders were donor conceived as of November 2024.

Onehunga shooting: Offenders still at large as victim fights for life in hospital

Police urge anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from 11am yesterday to contact them.

'Logical choice': Wilson tips experienced coach to lead All Blacks to World Cup

Jeff Wilson believes there is one clear candidate to succeed Scott Robertson.

'This is extreme sport': Coutts on SailGP injuries and future plans

Two sailors were injured and the Spanish team damaged their boat during practice in Perth.

Police seek sightings of green Honda after fatal crash near Rotorua

The crash on State Highway 30 left two people dead.

Stay-at-home sons are here – and they’re not going anywhere

In Vallejo, California, one in three people aged 25-34 live with their parents.

Father killed on way to new job in late-night Hamilton crash

Father of two Sandeep Singh had been in his new job for one week.

Young swimmer's final two words before Waikato River claimed his life

His adoptive father says the Waikato River's current trapped him in a whirlpool.

Man dies after being pulled from water at Pilot Bay Beach

Police say the victim was unconscious and could not be revived.

Renee Good was shot in head and chest, new documents show

Her family rejects Ice claims she tried to ram agent Jonathan Ross.

Young nurse left with permanent injury calls for support in mental health wards

Critics of the police withdrawal say assaults have become commonplace in hospitals.

'Adam is both genders': The NZ expert who says we have the Sistine Chapel all wrong

The controversial view behind a new exhibition of Michelangelo's famous frescoes.

40 people airlifted to safety from Waioeka Gorge in overnight rescue mission

Slips and flooding cut off trapped motorists.