New ZealandToo hot to handle: Hawke’s Bay brewery shuts early as region hits 37CGodsOwn Brewery in Maraekakaho shut early as the pizza kitchen hit 45C.12 Jan 03:32 AM
New Zealand|Updated'Avoid the area': Police called to serious incident in Palmerston North suburbOfficers were called to the scene in Highbury about 3.15pm.12 Jan 03:24 AM
WorldWildfires spread to 15,000ha in Argentine PatagoniaMore than 500 firefighters and support staff are battling the blazes in Argentina.12 Jan 03:22 AM
WorldPowell says US Federal Reserve subpoenaed by Justice DepartmentUS President Donald Trump has repeatedly demanded faster interest rate cuts from the Fed.12 Jan 03:13 AM
New Zealand|UpdatedGisborne council disability strategy left to expire for more than a decadeThe council now plans a memo early this year on reviving the Disability Strategy.12 Jan 03:06 AM
TennisWeather, golf and a baby on the way: The subplots around Ruud’s ASB Classic return12 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the capital of Liberia?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.12 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandDiving tragedy: Man dies in evening incident off Mahia PeninsulaEmergency services were alerted at 9.20pm after the man was found in the water.12 Jan 01:47 AM
Business|UpdatedNews of a second healthcare data breach emerges - six months after the factThe scope of the attack is still not clear.12 Jan 01:29 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Shearer Simon Goss on breaking world recordWayne Langford, Mike McIntyre, Kate Scott, Simon Goss and Phil Duncan. 12 Jan 01:18 AM
WorldHero Bondi cop who stopped mall attacker now faces cancer battleAmy Scott was honoured for bravery after stopping the Bondi Junction attacker.12 Jan 01:11 AM
New ZealandPolice seek wedding guest after assault outside historic Arrowtown pubImages of the suspect have been released and police are appealing for help.12 Jan 01:09 AM
New Zealand'Who would tell their kids they were dying?': Friend of Nicola Flint speaks out on NZ mum’s cancer liesPolice say forged medical files and fraud netted Flint more than $180,000.12 Jan 01:07 AM
New Zealand|Updated'Unacceptable': Long grass at tourist drawcard an 'eyesore'A long-time Rotorua resident says she has 'never seen the lawns like this'.12 Jan 01:03 AM
PremiumPremiumSportASB Classic winner reveals special message before completing rare featElina Svitolina and husband Gael Monfils claim a rare title in the same city.12 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.12 Jan 01:00 AM
LiveEntertainmentGolden Globes Live: 'I love you so much' - Timothée Chalamet thanks partner Kylie Jenner after first ever winThe Herald brings you all the latest from one of Hollywood's biggest nights.12 Jan 12:57 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 12, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Man and woman charged in Manurewa shooting and demonstrations continue in Iran | Monday, January 12, 2026Watch12 Jan 12:57 AM
New ZealandBluebridge ferry to recommence sailing after days of disruptionSix sailings were cancelled over the weekend, with next bookings nearly two weeks away. 12 Jan 12:34 AM
New ZealandMum awarded $10,000 after son blocks her access to moneyHer son became a joint account holder while translating for his mother.12 Jan 12:19 AM
AirlinesEthiopia begins construction of Africa's biggest airport, PM announcesMassive hub expected to handle some 110 million passengers a year.12 Jan 12:13 AM
PropertyDisney director quietly sells her West Auckland bachNiki Caro and her architect husband owned spot close to where Jane Campion shot The Piano.12 Jan 12:12 AM
New Zealand25-year-old named as swimmer missing in Waikato River searchA police dive squad is re-entering the Waikato River today to search again.12 Jan 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhat a year without booze did for my brain and bodyTelegraph: How one woman went alcohol-free after four decades of nightly wine.12 Jan 12:00 AM
World'I do' not enough: ChatGPT wedding speech voids couple's marriageThe couple experienced emotional distress at the thought of losing their wedding date.11 Jan 11:58 PM
TravelHow to enjoy a luxurious Parisian stay in Melbourne Few travellers may know about Melbourne's 'Paris end'. 11 Jan 11:43 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness$356m Rakon takeover bid ‘seems solid, main hurdle gone’ - NZSAShares surge in early trading.11 Jan 11:13 PM
New Zealand'Definite increase': The rise of 3D-printed firearmsPolice say 3D guns are being printed in houses and garages throughout New Zealand.11 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandBody found after man fails to return from swim in Rotorua lakeThe death comes amid multiple weekend water tragedies across New Zealand.11 Jan 10:42 PM
SportSport NZ boss to reapply for roleRaelene Castle's contract has run its course, so she must reapply to stay in the role.11 Jan 10:39 PM
New ZealandFire crews battle 300m blaze near Nelson beach, cafe on standby to evacuate Fire and Emergency NZ crews from Nelson, Stoke, Appleby and Tāhunanui responded.11 Jan 10:37 PM
PoliticsSeymour insists Govt coalition is stable and productive despite public riftsThe Deputy PM claims the coalition has passed record amounts of legislation in two years.11 Jan 10:34 PM
WorldTrump admin sends more agents to Minneapolis despite furor over woman’s killingRenee Nicole Good, 37, was shot dead in her car near a Minneapolis ICE site.11 Jan 10:13 PM
AnalysisIran’s rulers are not just facing a clamour from withinAnalysis: The protests seem different this time. Is the regime on the brink?11 Jan 10:09 PM
Super RugbyAll Blacks prospect suffers ACL injury, to miss Super Rugby Pacific seasonHalfback Dylan Pledger has been ruled out for 12 months after suffering a training injury.11 Jan 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Auckland’s hidden monasteries and retreatsFrom Carmelite nuns to Tibetan monks – meet some of Auckland's spiritual residents.11 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGivealittle fight: Pregnant partner of man killed in sand dune goes to court over fundsDevoted dad died in hospital two days after a sand dune collapsed at Muriwai Beach.11 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSummer questions: A year of change for dairy - Fonterra's Matt Bolger reflectsMD of co-operative affairs says the sale of Mainland will deliver value back to farmers. 11 Jan 09:59 PM
New ZealandPopular Queenstown tourist bridge closed indefinitely after serious structural failures foundCouncillors will decide the bridge's future during the next annual plan.11 Jan 09:46 PM
AucklandMan and woman charged with murder after fatal late-night Auckland shootingPolice say the victim died at the scene on Balfour Rd, Manurewa late on Friday night. 11 Jan 09:38 PM
WorldEU defence chief says combined force could replace US in EuropeAndrius Kubilius floats creating a force of 100,000 troops and European Security Council.11 Jan 09:18 PM
New ZealandMore than 50 flights cancelled as high winds batter WellingtonMetService says winds have eased and no severe weather is expected this week.11 Jan 09:07 PM
FootballMan Utd in disarray after FA Cup exitUnited have crashed out of both domestic cups at the first hurdle this season.11 Jan 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland film-maker jailed for child sex abuse material; industry in shockThe actor and director was caught sending images to a 'decoy' police detective online. 11 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Aggressive' overtaking driver almost causes head-on crash - then flips the birdThe frightening display was clearly captured on a bus driver's dashcam.11 Jan 08:58 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.11 Jan 08:57 PM
WorldYoung mother seeks five relatives held in Venezuelan jailLorealbert Gutierrez was arrested with six family members. Five have remained in jail. 11 Jan 08:48 PM
WorldIranian student protester shot in back of the head and buried by roadsideHer family says Rubina Amini, 23, a Kurdish student, was shot in the back of the head.11 Jan 08:24 PM
WorldMore than 500 dead as bodies pile up in Iran’s protest crackdownSurging death toll follows a significant regime backlash over past days.11 Jan 08:20 PM
WorldFrench Alps avalanches kill six skiers over weekendThree avalanches killed three off-piste skiers today, a day after similar incidents.11 Jan 08:08 PM
New ZealandSamoan chief convicted of slavery and human trafficking set to be sentencedSlavery convictions like Tuai’s are believed to number only five in NZ history.11 Jan 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Yummo hoping to take a bite out of snack marketAbby Greenberg talks to Tom Raynel about her small snacking startup, Yummo.11 Jan 08:00 PM
WorldUS homeland chief accuses Democrats of inciting violence after woman killedDemocrats have criticised the exclusion of local investigators from the investigation. 11 Jan 07:49 PM
EntertainmentPop star and his band killed in plane crash after revealing fatal premonitionThe Colombian musician and his band were en route to perform a show in Medellin.11 Jan 07:40 PM
PropertyHave wealthy Kiwis soured on the 1990s' most expensive suburb?Homes in the waterfront strip have plunged in value since market peak.11 Jan 07:35 PM
PropertyWhere house prices dropped the most in 2025 - and where they kept on climbingThe five things you need to know about the housing market this week.11 Jan 07:30 PM
WorldInstagram users urged to ignore suspicious password reset emails after data breach fearsMalwarebytes says data from about 17.5m accounts may have been scraped.11 Jan 07:15 PM
WorldVenezuelans demand political prisoners' release, Maduro 'doing well'Only about 20 political prisoners have been freed despite US claims of a 'large' release.11 Jan 07:02 PM
BusinessMoney Talks: ‘Deeply uncomfortable’ - Westpac CEO on $2.4m salary made publicListen: 'I recognise that I get paid a lot of money,' Catherine McGrath says.11 Jan 07:00 PM
World‘Massacre’: Hundreds feared dead as Iran tries to crush protestsThe Trump administration considers military options in response to the demonstrations.11 Jan 06:49 PM
New ZealandAuckland’s stalled housing developments a year on: What’s changedSome long-abandoned Mairangi Bay and Kingsland builds are now rapidly rising.11 Jan 06:38 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday January 12, 2026Morning Headlines | Forest fires in Te Haroto and Wairarapa, and advisory group seeks to drive reform in aged care | Monday January 12, 2026Watch11 Jan 06:18 PM
New ZealandHomes evacuated amid North Island forest fires as temps across NZ remain high Many centres in the North Island were pushed towards heat records on Sunday.11 Jan 06:05 PM
Olympics'An artist with a paintbrush': Kiwi skier bags another World Cup goldThe reigning world champion now leads the standings for the World Cup tour. 11 Jan 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhich milk alternative is the healthiest? Expert advice on what to buy and avoidOat, almond or soy? Dietitians on which milk alternatives stack up – and which fall short.11 Jan 06:00 PM
WorldSyria govt forces take control of Aleppo’s Kurdish neighbourhoodsSyrian forces now control all of Aleppo after seizing two Kurdish areas.11 Jan 05:54 PM
WorldTrump tells Cuba to ‘make a deal, before it is too late’The US President vowed to cut off all Venezuelan oil and money flowing to Cuba.11 Jan 05:26 PM
WorldUS military warns Trump against Iran strikesUS commanders say they must bolster bases and defences before any Iran strike.11 Jan 05:13 PM
WorldTrump’s 2026 affordability message competes with foreign policy pushUS President has been clear he won't back down from list of foreign entanglements.11 Jan 05:00 PM
WorldHe was diagnosed with cancer, then won a 38,620km sailing raceCharlie Dalin raced for 64 days while secretly treating a 15cm intestinal tumour.11 Jan 05:00 PM
TennisFrom ball kid to contender: Cameron Norrie on why ASB Classic still matters mostThe world No 28 Norrie opens the night session on Monday against Hugo Gaston.11 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandPickleball boom drives plan for Bay stadiumA planned stadium over a Blake Park car park could host 12 to 14 courts.11 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldInside the generals’ gilded fortress, empty streets and mouldy cornersNY Times: Myanmar junta struggles to project image of control over crumbling nation.11 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMy wife and I date other people – it’s nice having friends who you can sleep withTelegraph: From the rules to jealousy - how one couple makes their open marriage work.11 Jan 05:00 PM
RacingKaraka Millions contenders emerge as stars tune up at EllerslieEllerslie's last meeting before the Karaka Millions throws up some big-race contenders.11 Jan 05:00 PM
Black CapsKohli guides India to tense chase over Black CapsVirat Kohli hit 93 to help India chase down 301.11 Jan 04:36 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailFrom a corner dairy to 54 stores – the rise of Night ’n Day, would-be duopoly disruptorsHow a world-famous shop for Otago students became NZ’s third-biggest grocery retailer.11 Jan 04:11 PM
WorldInside the frantic global race to find an escape route for MaduroThere were many attempts to find a safe harbour for the Venezuelan leader before US raid.11 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Don’t fall for the myth of the ‘brittle’ strongmanStrongmen have been on the march since Putin breathed new life into the form in 1999-2000.11 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldIce tactics and training under scrutiny after shootingAre the immigration agents adequately prepared for street-level encounters?11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In which year was Joan of Arc burned at the stake?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSearch our map: Swathes of NZ land bought by Ikea for forestryIkea's NZ land holdings will soon be the size of the entire Nelson region. See it mapped.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy Greenland has become a Trump Administration targetNew York Times: There are now new shipping routes and Greenland is a geostrategic asset.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: St John staff there to help, they shouldn’t be assaultedOPINION: Ambulance staff should not be at the mercy of 'thugs with an attitude'. 11 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldFor the first time in 25 years, California is drought-freeA year ago, the state battled fires. Now, the wet season is off to a promising start.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpearfishing champion warns: Ban bottom trawling or risk more fishery collapsesDarren Shields says the method risks Northland scallop collapses being repeated elsewhere.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Summer fun, costly pain – ACC warns of surge in preventable injuriesOPINION: Bay of Plenty summer sports injuries alone led to more than 7000 ACC claims.11 Jan 04:00 PM
BusinessAir NZ says it is getting more punctual as world’s most reliable airlines awardedFlag carrier says it's on right path to break into global top five for on-time arrivals.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldInside Iran’s protests: How a plunging currency set off wide unrestNew York Times: 'I am tired and exhausted by the fools and idiots that get to govern us'.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington'Continual exodus of staff': The best and worst Government workplaces, according to public servants The sector-wide survey exposed how staff really feel about their public service jobs.11 Jan 04:00 PM