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Family in Italy pray for 15yo feared missing in Mt Maunganui landslide
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Family in Italy pray for 15yo feared missing in Mt Maunganui landslide

Sharon Maccanico is believed to be one of the six people unaccounted for.

23 Jan 10:30 PM
New Zealand

Landslide rescuers reach ablution block where campers buried

Six people are still unaccounted for.

23 Jan 10:28 PM
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Bruce Cotterill: How NZ can protect itself in a fracturing world

OPINION: From Iran to Greenland, global shocks are reshaping old power blocs.

23 Jan 10:00 PM

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Olympic snowboarder turned drug lord ‘captured by FBI’
World

Olympic snowboarder turned drug lord ‘captured by FBI’

The ex-Olympian is accused of moving about 60 US tonnes of cocaine a year.

23 Jan 09:27 PM
$9m ‘mortgagee’ mansion re-sells one year later for nearly $1m less
Property

$9m ‘mortgagee’ mansion re-sells one year later for nearly $1m less

The vendor had snapped up the cliff-top Auckland trophy home at a distress sale.

23 Jan 09:13 PM
Inside the dressing room for Murder on the Orient Express
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Inside the dressing room for Murder on the Orient Express

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23 Jan 09:00 PM
Living in limbo: Grieving families hit by years-long delays at health watchdog
New Zealand

Living in limbo: Grieving families hit by years-long delays at health watchdog

23 Jan 09:00 PM
The world of Poirot: Inside the dressing room with Cameron Rhodes
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The world of Poirot: Inside the dressing room with Cameron Rhodes

23 Jan 09:00 PM
Entire Peltz family left after Victoria’s ‘awkward’ dance
Entertainment

Entire Peltz family left after Victoria’s ‘awkward’ dance

23 Jan 08:44 PM
Prince Harry hits out at Trump over Afghanistan slur
World

Prince Harry hits out at Trump over Afghanistan slur

Keir Starmer and bereaved families have branded Donald Trump’s remarks ‘appalling’.

23 Jan 08:35 PM
Weeks of work ahead to clear part of SH35 on the East Cape due to 'massive' landslide
New Zealand

Weeks of work ahead to clear part of SH35 on the East Cape due to 'massive' landslide

It means coastal communities between Pōtaka near Hicks Bay and Tikitiki remain cut off.

23 Jan 07:33 PM
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Raglan and the thong bikini: Are tiny togs a hot sand health hazard?
Lifestyle

Raglan and the thong bikini: Are tiny togs a hot sand health hazard?

Togs, togs, third degree burns. A cautionary tale about shrinking swimwear.

23 Jan 07:00 PM
Nine-year-old Hamilton girl becomes youngest person to pass NCEA Level 3 exam
New Zealand

Nine-year-old Hamilton girl becomes youngest person to pass NCEA Level 3 exam

Her family moved from China to Hamilton last year and she is in Year 4.

23 Jan 06:00 PM
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'A love decision': Outgoing Ikea chief on backing Auckland over Europe
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'A love decision': Outgoing Ikea chief on backing Auckland over Europe

Jesper Brodin has been part of Ikea and Ingka Group for 30 years, eight as its CEO.

23 Jan 06:00 PM
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'On the right track': Canterbury run-machine Rhys Mariu on wait for Black Caps
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'On the right track': Canterbury run-machine Rhys Mariu on wait for Black Caps

The 24-year-old is banging the door down with runs at domestic level.

23 Jan 06:00 PM
Black Caps well beaten again by India
Black Caps

Black Caps well beaten again by India

Suryakumar Yadav ended a 468-day wait for a T20 fifty with an unbeaten 82.

23 Jan 05:40 PM
Violence towards Northland ambulance crews putting patients at risk
New Zealand

Violence towards Northland ambulance crews putting patients at risk

In 18 months in Northland, one veteran paramedic faced five violent callouts.

23 Jan 05:00 PM
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Fran O'Sullivan: Why Luxon and Willis should have left the Reserve Bank Governor alone
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Fran O'Sullivan: Why Luxon and Willis should have left the Reserve Bank Governor alone

OPINION: Politicians should stay out of the Reserve Bank’s lane.

23 Jan 05:00 PM
'A real honour': Adrian Rurawhe reflects on life in politics
New Zealand

'A real honour': Adrian Rurawhe reflects on life in politics

Rurawhe became just the second Māori Speaker of the House when he took the role in 2022.

23 Jan 05:00 PM
From slump to steal: Historic cottages in wealthy suburbs for sale for under $1m
Property

From slump to steal: Historic cottages in wealthy suburbs for sale for under $1m

Agents urge buyers to ignore the RVs in Wellington.

23 Jan 05:00 PM
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'Every parent's worst nightmare': High-risk daycare child snatcher to be freed in weeks
New Zealand

'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.

23 Jan 05:00 PM
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The lonely fall of an 'icon': The blame & bitterness of Sir Tim Shadbolt's final years
Christchurch

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.

23 Jan 04:06 PM
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Editorial: Uncomfortable reading for the RBNZ, Luxon and everyday Kiwis
Editorial

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

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

23 Jan 04:05 PM
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Gregor Paul: Is NZ Rugby sacrificing All Blacks success for $7m pay days?
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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.

23 Jan 04:03 PM
How former F1 boss plans to lift motorsport in NZ
Motorsport

How former F1 boss plans to lift motorsport in NZ

Michael Masi aims to build a long-term blueprint for Motorsport New Zealand.

23 Jan 04:01 PM
'Gone': The moment would-be hero jumped into landslide to save trapped campers - then disappeared
New Zealand

'Gone': The moment would-be hero jumped into landslide to save trapped campers - then disappeared

A local is in shock after watching the man disappear between a toilet block and campervan.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
Strong winds and storms to lash North Island as soggy long weekend looms
New Zealand

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

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

23 Jan 04:00 PM
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'Taken all my money': Owners pursued for millions as NZ’s biggest leaky building bill gets bigger
Auckland

'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.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
Strong winds and storms to lash North Island as soggy long weekend looms
New Zealand

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

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

23 Jan 04:00 PM
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Thomas Coughlan: It doesn’t matter who wins the election, NZ won’t hit its Paris target
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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.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
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Multi-billion developer Precinct launches 121-unit Mt Eden plans
Property

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.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
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Mary Holm: How to save more without feeling broke this year
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Mary Holm: How to save more without feeling broke this year

OPINION: Mary Holm shares practical tricks to painlessly boost your savings this year.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
How Bea built a business from backyard fruit
New Zealand

How Bea built a business from backyard fruit

Bea Spraggs grows heirloom fruit on to feed her year-round preserving.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
'Where was anybody to warn us?': Camper blasts lack of evacuation before Mount slip
New Zealand

'Where was anybody to warn us?': Camper blasts lack of evacuation before Mount slip

'I do feel angry about it, because there are people that are not going to come out alive'.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
Mount Maunganui landslide anger as camper says no warning to evacuate
New Zealand

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

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23 Jan 04:00 PM
From regatta to rock icons: Where to make the most of the long weekend
Lifestyle

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

Tāmaki Makaurau is abundant with arts and culture this week.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
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Auckland’s $3.9b splurge: The projects that scored a record amount of public money
Auckland

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.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
Fine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in Vietnam
Travel news

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.

23 Jan 04:00 PM
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Letters: Mark Mitchell has shown once again he is a leader for a crisis
Letters to the Editor

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

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

23 Jan 04:00 PM
'Spoil rotten': Wellington sugar daddy's 'concerning behaviour' reported to police
Wellington

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

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

23 Jan 04:00 PM
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DOVA - $160m apartment/retal project around Mt Eden's Dominion Rd/Valley Rd corner
Business

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.

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23 Jan 04:00 PM
How to tackle the TAB bookies at the Karaka Millions meeting
Racing

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.

23 Jan 03:53 PM
Superstar jockey says Kiwi speed machine can beat his fellow Aussies
Racing

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.

23 Jan 03:46 PM
Buildings red-stickered, many places still closed in Bay after deluge
New Zealand

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.

23 Jan 03:00 PM
Concerns over lack of official action prior to deadly Mount Maunganui landslide
New Zealand

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

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23 Jan 08:52 AM
Mount Maunganui search enters second night as families face anguished wait for outcome
New Zealand

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

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

23 Jan 08:20 AM
10-man Auckland FC hold on against Bula
Auckland FC

10-man Auckland FC hold on against Bula

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

23 Jan 08:13 AM
Finance Minister praises Māori Queen’s economic vision
Politics

Finance Minister praises Māori Queen’s economic vision

Politicians followed tradition and gathered at Rātana today.

23 Jan 08:13 AM
Watch: ‘A lamental cry’ - Iwi say father holding vigil at Mt Maunganui slip has lost two children
New Zealand

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."

23 Jan 08:06 AM
One dead, one critical after serious Clutha incident
New Zealand

One dead, one critical after serious Clutha incident

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

23 Jan 07:37 AM
'Is this real': Elle Fanning in shock over first Oscar nomination
Entertainment

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

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

23 Jan 07:34 AM
Iwi speak after blessing fatal Mount Maunganui slip site
New Zealand

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

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23 Jan 07:15 AM
Omaha Sculptureum for sale: Art estate looking for $20m-plus buyer
Property

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

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

23 Jan 07:06 AM
Ask the experts: The best school bags - how to make sure they don’t cause back aches
Property

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.

23 Jan 07:00 AM
Auckland beaches off limits as wastewater warnings hit long weekend swimmers
Auckland

Auckland beaches off limits as wastewater warnings hit long weekend swimmers

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

23 Jan 07:00 AM
'People that should have known': Local says danger visible before deadly Mount slip - but no evac order
New Zealand

'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.

23 Jan 06:17 AM
Billy Ray Cyrus’ ex leaks recording of alleged ‘narcissistic abuse’
Entertainment

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.

23 Jan 06:16 AM
Six people still missing as Mauao landslide search heads for third day
New Zealand

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.

23 Jan 06:09 AM
'It's all we can do': Community rallies around slip rescue workers, families
New Zealand

'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.'

23 Jan 06:07 AM
Formal US withdrawal from WHO is decried as ‘scientifically reckless’
World

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

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

23 Jan 06:02 AM
Broncos star Kotoni Staggs joins 'run it straight' challenge amid safety fears
Sport

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.

23 Jan 06:01 AM
Flatmate sentenced over his gun's link to fatal shooting
New Zealand

Flatmate sentenced over his gun's link to fatal shooting

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

23 Jan 06:00 AM
Gloriavale Christian School to remain open, for now
New Zealand

Gloriavale Christian School to remain open, for now

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

23 Jan 05:37 AM
Local eyewitness says danger was visible before Mount Maunganui landslide
New Zealand

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

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23 Jan 05:22 AM
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Market close: NZ sharemarket ends week down almost 2%
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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%.

23 Jan 05:05 AM
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What is ‘metabolic health,’ and why does it matter?
Lifestyle

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.

23 Jan 05:00 AM
Auckland restaurant in liquidation, closing Mt Eden premises
Business

Auckland restaurant in liquidation, closing Mt Eden premises

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

23 Jan 05:00 AM
The biggest Oscar nominations snubs and surprises in 2026
Entertainment

The biggest Oscar nominations snubs and surprises in 2026

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

23 Jan 04:43 AM
‘Extreme caution’: Potent opioid mix prompts high alert
Wellington

‘Extreme caution’: Potent opioid mix prompts high alert

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

23 Jan 04:30 AM
'Significant hazard’: Photo of man headfirst in storm drain sparks warnings
Wellington

'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.

23 Jan 04:00 AM
'As good as it gets': Why inflation jump points to higher interest rates
New Zealand

'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.

23 Jan 04:00 AM
Early warning signs: Missed chances to clear Mount campground revealed
New Zealand

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.

23 Jan 03:55 AM
What stubborn inflation could mean for your mortgage this year
Politics

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.

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23 Jan 03:55 AM
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Return of the ‘inflation monster’? Govt responds, interest rate hike forecast brought forward
Politics

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

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

23 Jan 03:54 AM
Locals only on fragile lifeline road as coastal communities cut off
New Zealand

Locals only on fragile lifeline road as coastal communities cut off

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

23 Jan 03:48 AM
Black Caps bowling stocks hit before T20 World Cup, Milne out with injury
Cricket World Cup

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.

23 Jan 03:45 AM
Nicola Willis reacts to above-expectations inflation data
New Zealand

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

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23 Jan 03:42 AM
Man dies after being pulled from water at Auckland beach
Auckland

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.

23 Jan 03:33 AM
Morning quiz: In what modern-day country would you find Machu Picchu?
New Zealand

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

Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.

23 Jan 03:32 AM
Greens put forward member's bill to entrench Māori seats
New Zealand

Greens put forward member's bill to entrench Māori seats

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

23 Jan 03:27 AM
Firefighters get callouts as severe weather hits Canterbury
New Zealand

Firefighters get callouts as severe weather hits Canterbury

MetService issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Canterbury.

23 Jan 03:24 AM
Watch: Politicians are welcomed to Rātana with a pōwhiri
New Zealand

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

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23 Jan 03:18 AM
World’s fastest racehorse perfect poster boy for historic Karaka sale
Racing

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

Historic yearling sales at Karaka have the perfect post boy.

23 Jan 03:09 AM
'Horrendous, heinous and abhorrent': Donation forces Aussie op shop closure, future at risk
World

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

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

23 Jan 03:03 AM
Hawke's Bay weather response: What councils changed after Cyclone Gabrielle
New Zealand

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

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

23 Jan 02:55 AM
Cyclist dies three weeks after crash in Palmerston North
Wellington

Cyclist dies three weeks after crash in Palmerston North

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

23 Jan 02:52 AM
'It's a tough world': All Black's response to Robertson exit and search for new coach
All Blacks

'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.'

23 Jan 02:44 AM
How Victoria is quietly rebuilding 'brand Beckham' amid son’s public rift
Entertainment

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.

23 Jan 02:31 AM
TikTok says US spinoff is finalised
Business

TikTok says US spinoff is finalised

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

23 Jan 02:27 AM
'Our house and our family lost': Three generations lived in home where grandmother, grandson killed by slip
New Zealand

'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'.

23 Jan 02:17 AM
Banks tip earlier OCR rises after inflation tops RBNZ forecast
Inflation

Banks tip earlier OCR rises after inflation tops RBNZ forecast

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

23 Jan 02:11 AM
Harry Styles has announced a world tour - but New Zealand misses out
Entertainment

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.

23 Jan 02:11 AM
'Absolute tragedy': Six confirmed unaccounted for in Mount Maunganui landslide
New Zealand

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

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

23 Jan 02:03 AM
Afternoon quiz: Which Hindu god is the 'destroyer of worlds'?
New Zealand

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

Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

23 Jan 02:00 AM
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