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Peters labels McDonald 'global superstar' after Group 1 record

The jockey is set to extend his Group 1 record to unheard-of levels.

Memory of young Hawke’s Bay cricketer who died of brain cancer to live on in medal

The young cricketer tragically died in 2024 at his family home in Waipukurau.

Winedogs festival back with new location, new wines and plenty of walkies

You don't have to own a dog to go, but there will be plenty around you.

Rail closure 'rough patch' as $4 petrol pushes more Aucklanders onto trains

Record patronage comes as petrol prices spike to $4 a litre and some pumps run dry.

Auckland Airport check-in overhaul

The new temporary Zone T check-in zone opens this Thursday, and traditional check-in counter desks are making way for self-service kiosks and bag drops. Video / Auckland Airport

Govt announces major fuel import step at post-Cabinet press conference

Pressures are being felt at the pump over the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

NZ Herald joins Emirates Team New Zealand for the America's Cup guest racer experience

NZME's Christopher Reive goes on board Emirates Team New Zealand's AC75 Taihoro as they prepare to defend the America's Cup. Video / NZ Herald

America's Cup experience: What it's like going full speed on Team NZ's AC75

Christopher Reive went on board with the America's Cup defenders to see how things work.

Unclaimed haul: Police want to return stolen jewellery and handbags in Rotorua

The items were taken in Glenholme and industrial area burglaries since mid-2023.

Is this his year? Warriors player tops NRL's Dally M leaderboard

Jackson Ford picked up five points against the Newcastle Knights.

On Beirut’s waterfront, loss meets life, and luxury, amid war

New York Times: The capital's meandering seafront has become an unlikely front line.

Afternoon quiz: What country has the highest per capita consumption of beer?

Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

'I braced for an impact': Invercargill woman heard speeding car moments before fatal crash

The resident heard 'two massive bangs' before the crash involving a 'fleeing vehicle'.

Radiocarbon dating reveals origin of human remains found in Wellington

Radiocarbon dating shows the skull likely dates back to the 1600s-1700s.

Some dual British citizens get border exemption from new passports

EU dual nationals with UK settlement can now enter Britain on EU ID cards.

Under Trump, legal immigration to US is falling from most countries

Largest declines compared to same period in 2024, for India, China and the Philippines.

'Significant concerns' raised about surgeon's competence after patient's death

The woman suffered a severe brain haemorrhage just hours after her operation.

NZ housing market: Who’s winning, who’s losing ground, who’s worried?

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

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

The Government will allow fuel that meets Australian criteria for import into the New Zealand market as pressures are being felt at the pump

Cuba starts to restore power after new blackout

Cuba has suffered seven nationwide blackouts since 2024 amid crisis.

How much fuel does NZ have left? Government reveals latest figures

The Government is moving to a twice-weekly update on the nation's fuel stocks.

Hormuz looms as war's endgame after failure of other US-Israeli goals

Overthrowing the regime and putting nuclear weapons out of Iran's reach, seen as unlikely.

‘Time for caution’: Fonterra warns on war risks as it delivers bumper profit

Fonterra lifted first-half net profit 2.8% to $750m and raised dividends.

Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell gives their half-year update

Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell, Chairman Peter McBride, and Chief Financial Officer Andrew Murray at the half-year announcement.

A cold, the flu or Covid: How to know what virus you have

Flu, Covid and the common cold virus are all going around 'at low levels', experts say.

Chris Wood's looming Forest return boosts All Whites' World Cup hopes

The 34-year-old has been sidelined since suffering a knee injury against Chelsea.

MetService severe weather: March 23-28, 2026

MetService severe weather: March 23-28. Video / MetService

'I hope I’m wrong': The next NZ shortage could be electric and hybrid vehicles

Local dealers say EV and hybrid sales surged in February, with worries about stock.

Are the Warriors serious NRL title contenders?

NZ Herald's Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess unpack all the talking points from the Warriors' 38-12 NRL win over the Newcastle Knights.

Rising bills, later babies: How money is changing family plans in the Bay

Bay of Plenty births rose 6.7% in a decade, but population jumped 16.6%.

Why Iran does not appear ready to give in, despite heavy losses

Iranian diplomat: 'We are alone against the biggest military superpower of the history'.

First alerts issued for two days of stormy weather starting in north

The upper North Island is set for a lengthy period of heavy rain and strong wind this week

Trump installs Christopher Columbus statue on White House grounds

US leader says removals of historical figures are assault on 'collective national memory'.

New Magic co-captains juggle life, leadership and a rising young squad

Erena Mikaere and Georgie Edgecombe are leading the team this season.

Cocaine use across NZ leaps to record-breaking high

The Drug Foundation says the data shows our approach to drug use is not working.

Many injured in multiple-vehicle crash that blocked lanes on Auckland motorway

The injured motorists were taken to hospital with moderate injuries.

Liam Dann: Forecasts of oil shock doom risk becoming self-fulfilling

OPINION: These are worrying times, but we're not set for a Mad Max scenario.

Spark tests 5G+ ‘fast lane’ to keep phones connected at packed events

The dedicated 5G+ lane lets livestream crews ditch costly hardwired setups.

Plans for new $3.8 million animal shelter in Napier

A new multi-million-dollar animal shelter with 62 kennels has been announced for Napier.

Strike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win big

Four players Bay of Plenty-wide cashed in over the weekend.

Iran war: For US, unmet expectations fit a familiar pattern

New York Times: A conventional military faces a foe that relies on asymmetrical warfare.

French leftists projected to win mayoral elections in Paris, Marseille

France’s two top cities look set to remain under leftist control, pollsters predicted.

Petrol price fears: Liam Dann talks the Jane Yee about public concerns

NZ Herald Business Editor-at-Large, Liam Dann, joins Jane Yee on The Front Page to talk about petrol prices.

Synlait Milk plunges to half-year $80.6m loss

Chief executive Richard Wyeth said the result was disappointing.

Black Fern granted eligibility exemption in new-look first squad

Georgia Ponsonby has signed an interim contract with NZR due to injuries in her position.

Inside: Mossad's plan to spur rebellion in Iran

New York Times: The plan to ignite riots in Iran was presented to the US in January.

$50m plan to double number of public EV chargers

The Government is providing interest-free loans to two companies to boost the number of electric vehicle public chargers around the country. Video / Mark Mitchell

Seymour to present Eru’s Law petition as mum demands tougher sentences

The petition urges tougher sentences when violent crimes result in death.

No dogs allowed: Tenants busted after posting video of dog's birthday on Facebook

The carpet stunk of dog urine but the tenants tried to claim it was from a leak.

National and Luxon fall further in latest political poll| Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZ Herald Political Editor Thomas Coughlan discusses the latest poll released by RNZ, which shows National falling further. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Government announces $50 million loans to install more EV chargers

The 2574 new charge points include 1374 DC fast chargers and 1200 AC chargers.

$50m plan to double the number of public EV chargers

The $52.7m loans will help fund 2574 new public charge points nationwide.

Chappell Roan banned from festival after breakfast row involving Jude Law’s daughter

Jorginho says his 11-year-old step-daughter was left 'extremely shaken'.

NZ20 preferred as NZ Cricket back Kiwi league over Aussie Big Bash

The proposal for the privately backed competition has been backed by NZ Cricket.

Students injured after flat parties wage bottle-throwing war

One student is now avoiding campus and has ongoing effects from her head injury.

The Ukrainian soldier who came back from the dead

New York Times: Nazar Daletskyi visited his village’s cemetery to gaze at his own grave.

Watch Maadi Regatta: Secondary school rowers do battle

Watch all the action from the 2026 Maadi Regatta.

Trump still targets Robert Mueller after ex-FBI chief's death

US President has shown willingness to criticise perceived enemies soon after their deaths.

Fonterra posts $750m profit, lifts milk price and dividends

Shareholders will receive a 16c special dividend on top of 24c interim.

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Man in UK accused of freezing mother's corpse and spending from her bank accounts

The businessman is charged with preventing the burial of his 89yo mum.

Could Raglan agri-tech start-up be the new Halter?

Founder says dairy farmers currently enjoy a big advantage over beef farmers.

Vance is in a bind, supporting a US war that could cost him politically

People close to him say the US Vice-President hasn’t made up his mind to seek nomination.

Black Caps face brutal four-test Aussie tour crammed into 31 days

The Black Caps will start in Perth on December 9 without a warm-up match.

Restaurant power couple find new owners for their 70s dream home

Noel Cimadom and Kim Smythe are reluctantly leaving Tauranga for lifestyle change.

Cheap reno cash: NZ’s biggest bank offers 2.5% rate to homeowners

ANZ targets customers looking to upgrade rather than sell.

Trump is finally eyeing an exit from Iran. But will he take it?

New York Times: Many of the US President's original war goals remain unaccomplished.

Christchurch City Council in hot water with Environment Canterbury, again| Ryan Bridge TODAY

Newstalk ZB South Island news director Claire Sherwood with the latest news from the region. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY