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WorldSwiss ski bar owners say they broke no safety rules following deadly infernoThe fire killed at least 40 people, with more than 100 still missing.02 Jan 09:37 PM
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WorldIran threatens US troops after Trump's 'locked and loaded' warningAt least seven protesters have been killed as security forces open fire.02 Jan 08:55 PM
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WorldMajor rescue operation after Australian coal mine roof collapsesThe incident occurred about 1km underground at Curragh Mine in Blackwater.02 Jan 08:20 PM
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New ZealandPolice concerned after bike left for a week at remote campsiteThere are fears the bike's owner may be overdue from a trip.02 Jan 07:51 PM
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WorldSwiss ski resort tragedy: Sparklers on champagne probed after 40 killedPolice are also probing if packed Le Constellation breached fire safety rules.02 Jan 07:20 PM
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World6.5 magnitude quake shakes Mexico CityThe 6.5 quake struck near San Marcos in Guerrero, about 400km from Mexico City.02 Jan 06:28 PM
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New ZealandThunderstorms hammer North Island as mayor opens relief fund for residentsThunderstorms with hail up to 20mm in diameter are possible from Taranaki to Auckland.02 Jan 04:00 PM
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New ZealandBeach trip memories | NZ Herald Best Beach 2026Go to nzherald.co.nz/bestbeach to nominate your favourites. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Jan 04:00 PM
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New ZealandInside Operation Italian Sky: The takedown of a crime boss and his crewMillions in cash and drugs were shifted by air and land. 02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandA capital gains tax for farmers? The Country's top shows of 2025The Country's August 14 edition was the second most listened to (and read about) in 2025. 02 Jan 04:00 PM
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New ZealandWhat's your favourite beach? | NZ Herald Best Beach 2026Go to nzherald.co.nz/bestbeach to nominate your favourites. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Auckland’s busiest cemetery looks like a Disney movieAn Auckland cemetery has turned into a colourful, happy place, thanks to the Pasifika families who go there.Watch02 Jan 04:00 PM
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New Zealand|UpdatedLightning sparks house fires in Auckland and MangawhaiFive fire appliances and about 25 firefighters raced to the Grey Lynn property.02 Jan 09:28 AM
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New Zealand|UpdatedCove Rd closed for hours after ambulance crash leaves person in critical statePolice say the collision happened about 7.50pm on Cove Rd in Waipu.02 Jan 07:50 AM
EntertainmentPink spends new year in hospital after neck surgery for 'rock 'n' roll' injuryThe 46-year-old star had two discs inserted in her neck after touring.02 Jan 07:37 AM
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New ZealandFour youths charged after 100km chase across Waikato ends in arrestsTwo men and two 14-year-old boys now face aggravated robbery charges.02 Jan 07:02 AM
WorldSwiss investigators rush to identify victims of New Year's fireThe blaze at Crans-Montana’s Le Constellation bar killed about 40 people.02 Jan 06:29 AM
New ZealandWatch: Grey Lynn house catches fire after lightning strike as thunderstorm hits AucklandA central Auckland home was struck by lightning, causing its roof to burst into flames as thunderstorms hit the region. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Jan 06:23 AM
New ZealandIkea customer charged $69 shipping for chair stickersRana Ghosh paid $69 delivery to get $1.25 chair-leg stickers sent to Lower Hutt.02 Jan 06:05 AM
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New ZealandMetService weekend weather forecast 2 January 2026: Cooler wet weather over the weekendCool and showery before the sun returns. Video/MetServiceWatch02 Jan 05:58 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe weather update: Afternoon/evening January 2, 2026Thundery weather and heavy rain for Upper North Island and AucklandWatch02 Jan 05:49 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warnings lifted for Auckland and Northland, weather watches remainHeavy rain could bring flash flooding and treacherous driving today.02 Jan 05:11 AM
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New Zealand'Utterly appalling': Outrage as Gloriavale sex offender Howard Temple seen at marketWitnesses say seeing Temple at the Moana market left them shocked and feeling ill.02 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandTeenager saved from rip thanks to police officer and lifeguardPolice were called at 7pm about a teen who couldn't get back to the New Plymouth shore.02 Jan 03:21 AM
New ZealandDame Karen Poutasi, first female Director-General of Health, dies aged 76She later headed NZQA for 14 years and briefly chaired Health New Zealand in 2023.02 Jan 03:19 AM
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New ZealandAuckland money launderer forfeits nearly $600k to CrownMusabayoufu Fuati has lost hundreds of thousands of dollars under an agreement with cops.02 Jan 03:00 AM
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World40 dead, 115 injured in Swiss ski resort fire, witnesses describe people ‘running through flames’A fire ripped through a crowded bar in a luxury ski resort as people rang in the new year.02 Jan 02:30 AM
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WorldTears and stunned silence at vigil for Swiss fire victimsSome families are still waiting for news of loved ones who remain missing.02 Jan 12:36 AM
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PremiumPremiumAuckland FCFrom fortress to fragile: How Auckland FC's home aura has started to fadeAuckland FC have already dropped eight points at home this season.01 Jan 11:57 PM
CrimePolice investigating unexplained death in Devonport on Auckland’s North ShorePolice are investigating an unexplained death in the suburb of Devonport on Auckland’s North Shore.Watch01 Jan 11:50 PM
New ZealandOfficer hit by bottle as 1000 youths clash with police in Coromandel holiday spotsSeven youths were arrested in Whangamatā and one in Pāuanui overnight.01 Jan 11:44 PM
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CricketAustralia’s Khawaja announces retirement from international cricketThe 39-year-old will finish with 88 tests if he is picked for the upcoming Sydney match.01 Jan 10:59 PM
New ZealandThree injured, one critically, in Levin crash shortly after police pursuitPolice are appealing for any witnesses in relation to a crash in Levin last night.01 Jan 10:46 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning for parts of Hawke’s Bay issued, police plead for driver caution70-100mm of rain is likely north of Napier, with peaks at up to 25mm an hour.01 Jan 10:42 PM
World'Serious safety questions' following deadly Swiss bar fireAround 40 people died and more than 100 were hurt in the Crans-Montana blaze.01 Jan 10:36 PM
WorldWaitress paraded sparkler-topped champagne bottle through Swiss ski bar before blaze that killed 40The New Year’s Eve party was well underway when tragedy struck.01 Jan 10:12 PM
WorldAt least 7 dead, many missing as migrant boat sinks off GambiaThe boat, carrying more than 200 migrants, capsized in the middle of the night.01 Jan 10:12 PM
New ZealandKiwi social media website Neighbourly taken down after claims of data breachNeighbourly has shut its website while a specialist security team investigates.01 Jan 10:03 PM
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