Today's latest news

'Every parent's worst nightmare': High-risk daycare child snatcher to be freed in weeks

Tekuru has served one year of a two-year sentence and must be freed soon.

The lonely fall of an 'icon': The blame & bitterness of Sir Tim Shadbolt's final years

Accused of having ‘blood on their hands’, insiders lift the lid on the mayor's last term.

Editorial: Uncomfortable reading for the RBNZ, Luxon and everyday Kiwis

OPINION: New Zealanders will be a little more cautious after an elevated inflation rate.

Gregor Paul: Is NZ Rugby sacrificing All Blacks success for $7m pay days?

OPINION: NZR stands to collect more than $7m from the 71,000-seat Baltimore test.

'Taken all my money': Owners pursued for millions as NZ’s biggest leaky building bill gets bigger

'We are on the edge of survival', says one owner behind on repayments.

Strong winds and storms to lash North Island as soggy long weekend looms

Aucklanders may have to pull out the puzzles this long weekend.

Thomas Coughlan: It doesn’t matter who wins the election, NZ won’t hit its Paris target

OPINION: NZ has suffered the costs of climate action without actually achieving it.

Multi-billion developer Precinct launches 121-unit Mt Eden plans

Studio units to start from $600k range, fifth-level three-bedroom penthouses from $2.5m.

Mount Maunganui landslide anger as camper says no warning to evacuate

Shock turns to anger for Mount Maunganui camper in disbelief that they weren't evacuated from campsite a day before a deadly landslide. Video / Cameron Pitney, Anna Heath

From regatta to rock icons: Where to make the most of the long weekend

Tāmaki Makaurau is abundant with arts and culture this week.

Auckland’s $3.9b splurge: The projects that scored a record amount of public money

A Herald investigation shows which programmes received the most funds.

Fine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in Vietnam

Consumer NZ warns separate domestic and international bookings can leave gaps in cover.

Letters: Mark Mitchell has shown once again he is a leader for a crisis

OPINION: Wellington political careerists should stay out of Auckland affairs.

'Spoil rotten': Wellington sugar daddy's 'concerning behaviour' reported to police

The man has spent months handing out notes offering $200-300 for 'friendship'.

DOVA - $160m apartment/retal project around Mt Eden's Dominion Rd/Valley Rd corner

Precinct CEO Scott Pritchard tells why the company will this year pay the Auckland Cuncil for land in Mt Eden where a big residential/retail scheme is planned.

How to tackle the TAB bookies at the Karaka Millions meeting

There are some great value options for punters at today's Karaka Millions meeting.

Superstar jockey says Kiwi speed machine can beat his fellow Aussies

Nobody is in a better position to rate the Sistema Railway contenders than Craig Williams.

Buildings red-stickered, many places still closed in Bay after deluge

Highways, walking tracks, campgrounds: What's still closed in the battered Bay of Plenty.

Concerns over lack of official action prior to deadly Mount Maunganui landslide

Collapsed trees and slips were seen hours before the hillside collapsed. Video / Alyse Wright, Jason Dorday

Mount Maunganui search enters second night as families face anguished wait for outcome

Multiple families are in tears amid the heavy-duty search equipment.

10-man Auckland FC hold on against Bula

Auckland FC retained their perfect start to the Oceania Pro League.

Finance Minister praises Māori Queen’s economic vision

Politicians followed tradition and gathered at Rātana today.

Watch: ‘A lamental cry’ - Iwi say father holding vigil at Mt Maunganui slip has lost two children

"I met one parent, he was from Italy. He knows two of his children are still in there."

One dead, one critical after serious Clutha incident

A police scene guard is in place as a full forensic examination continues.

'Is this real': Elle Fanning in shock over first Oscar nomination

Her film, Sentimental Value, has scored nine nominations, including Best Picture.

Iwi speak after blessing fatal Mount Maunganui slip site

Local iwi leader, Tracy Ngatoko, speaks of family anguish at site of Mount Maunganui slip search. Video / Michael Craig

Omaha Sculptureum for sale: Art estate looking for $20m-plus buyer

Sculpture garden and gallery boasts works by Picasso, Rodin and Andy Warhol.

Ask the experts: The best school bags - how to make sure they don’t cause back aches

Here’s what you need to get the kids back to school.

Auckland beaches off limits as wastewater warnings hit long weekend swimmers

At least 15 Auckland beaches now carry 'do not swim' alerts.

'People that should have known': Local says danger visible before deadly Mount slip - but no evac order

Tauranga mayor confirms reports of slips at Mount Maunganui from as early as 5am.

Billy Ray Cyrus’ ex leaks recording of alleged ‘narcissistic abuse’

Firerose said she was a 'shell of the person I was' after the seven-month marriage.

Six people still missing as Mauao landslide search heads for third day

Families held a dawn karakia as crews continued recovery efforts into day two.

'It's all we can do': Community rallies around slip rescue workers, families

'We use those hot pools and we can walk around the Mount … it’s devastating.'

Formal US withdrawal from WHO is decried as ‘scientifically reckless’

All US staff working inside WHO offices have been recalled from their posts.

Broncos star Kotoni Staggs joins 'run it straight' challenge amid safety fears

The Broncos say they view their player's hit as a staged promotional video.

Flatmate sentenced over his gun's link to fatal shooting

Jack Hargreaves is alleged to have fatally shot his brother, Joshua, last year.

Gloriavale Christian School to remain open, for now

The Ministry of Education had planned to close the school from today.

Local eyewitness says danger was visible before Mount Maunganui landslide

A Mount Maunganui local, Colin McGonagle, says a "mini waterfall" and slips were visible above the campground before the landslide hit. Video / Jason Dorday, Michael Morrah

Market close: NZ sharemarket ends week down almost 2%

The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 13,448.24, down 108.63 points or 0.8%.

What is ‘metabolic health,’ and why does it matter?

NYT: The effects of poor metabolic health are clear - and can wreak havoc on the body.

Auckland restaurant in liquidation, closing Mt Eden premises

Liquidator says the restaurant had been struggling with working capital for some time.

The biggest Oscar nominations snubs and surprises in 2026

Sinners scores a record 16 Oscar nods, the most for any film in history.

‘Extreme caution’: Potent opioid mix prompts high alert

The tablets were found in the Wellington region and could be available nationwide.

'Significant hazard’: Photo of man headfirst in storm drain sparks warnings

A group of people lowered the man into the Wellington drain to retrieve his phone.

'As good as it gets': Why inflation jump points to higher interest rates

Markets now expect at least one interest rate rise, with two possible by the year's end.

Early warning signs: Missed chances to clear Mount campground revealed

Local man said he called 111 to report unstable ground several hours before the disaster.

What stubborn inflation could mean for your mortgage this year

NZ Herald Business editor at large, Liam Dann joins The Front Page to break it down.

Return of the ‘inflation monster’? Govt responds, interest rate hike forecast brought forward

It is 'not good enough', one senior Government minister said.

Locals only on fragile lifeline road as coastal communities cut off

The closure comes as Northland and Auckland prepare for a long weekend.

Black Caps bowling stocks hit before T20 World Cup, Milne out with injury

A hamstring tear has seen Kyle Jamieson added to the 15-man squad.

Nicola Willis reacts to above-expectations inflation data

It's led to concerns that interest rate hikes may come sooner than previously believed. Video / Mark Mitchell

Man dies after being pulled from water at Auckland beach

Police have cordoned off an area at Cheltenham after CPR failed to revive the swimmer.

Morning quiz: In what modern-day country would you find Machu Picchu?

Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.

Greens put forward member's bill to entrench Māori seats

The bill, if passed, would require a 75% vote to abolish Māori seats.

Firefighters get callouts as severe weather hits Canterbury

MetService issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Canterbury.

Watch: Politicians are welcomed to Rātana with a pōwhiri

Labour leader Chris Hipkins acknowledges Rātana founder W.T Rātana as politicians visit site for annual commemorations. Video / Mark Mitchell

World’s fastest racehorse perfect poster boy for historic Karaka sale

Historic yearling sales at Karaka have the perfect post boy.

'Horrendous, heinous and abhorrent': Donation forces Aussie op shop closure, future at risk

A volunteer was bitten 'everywhere' and left traumatised by the attack.

Hawke's Bay weather response: What councils changed after Cyclone Gabrielle

Hawke's Bay Regional Council has launched an online Extreme Weather Hub.

Cyclist dies three weeks after crash in Palmerston North

Police are still investigating the circumstances of the fatal bike crash.

'It's a tough world': All Black's response to Robertson exit and search for new coach

'We trust whoever gets the role. We back them and then we get the job done.'

How Victoria is quietly rebuilding 'brand Beckham' amid son’s public rift

Victoria Beckham is looking for a new press assistant and social media intern.

TikTok says US spinoff is finalised

The new TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is now majority American owned.

'Our house and our family lost': Three generations lived in home where grandmother, grandson killed by slip

A neighbour of the family described the family as 'amazing people'.

Banks tip earlier OCR rises after inflation tops RBNZ forecast

The Consumers Price Index shows rates and power drove inflation up in December quarter.

Harry Styles has announced a world tour - but New Zealand misses out

His last New Zealand show was at Auckland's Mt Smart Stadium in 2023.

'Absolute tragedy': Six confirmed unaccounted for in Mount Maunganui landslide

Christopher Luxon spoke in Tauranga this afternoon after meeting with the families.

Afternoon quiz: Which Hindu god is the 'destroyer of worlds'?

Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.