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Rhodes scholar donates kidney to aunt as dialysis care verges on 'breaking point'

A shortage of dialysis chairs is 'verging on breaking point' for the NZ health system.

From Pride to picnics: Fun ways to make the most of a short Auckland weekend

Free and family-friendly events span beaches, gardens, the zoo and city squares.

Morning quiz: Who will become the fifth English-born Warriors player?

Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.

'Big change': Heavy rain and gale-force winds to hit Monday rush hour commuters

Despite the storm, daytime highs will still reach the high 20s and low 30s.

Eru Kapa-Kingi on his moko kanohi and values

Toitu te Tiriti spokesman Eru Kapa-Kingi talks about his past, the present and his ideal future. Video / NZ Herald

Eru Kapa-Kingi on the Treaty of Waitangi

Toitu te Tiriti spokesman Eru Kapa-Kingi talks about his past, the present and his ideal future. Video / NZ Herald

Watch: From hikoi to High Court - Eru Kapa-Kingi on leadership, love and loyalty

Eru Kapa-Kingi has helped organise a march, Toitū Te Aroha, in central Auckland today.

From roller coaster to rewards: Why this pair won’t go back to a 9 to 5 job

Couple shares highs and lows of going self-employed in their 20s.

Restrained again: Tova's later Breakfast; Ex-adman's book skewers awards obsession

BSA rules on TVNZ/Tom Phillips privacy complaint; Extraordinary life of Brian FM founder.

Four dead in suspected murder-suicide at Perth home

Officers say no weapon was used and there is no ongoing risk to the public.

'Dangerous place': Queen legend rules out US return over Trump and safety fears

May has also ruled out Glastonbury over his long-running badger cull protest.

UFC 325: Kiwi Tau misses weight; fight for UFC contract cancelled

Tau had to weigh in twice after an unusual reading, but missed the flyweight limit.

'Not Brad Pitt': NZ residents with 'international flavour' buy wellness guru's luxury estates

But Matt Chapman's stunning coastal farms did win over the Hollywood star.

Best garden loungers: How to choose outdoor furniture that will survive NZ’s sun

Experts on the best garden sofas and loungers for downpours and UV rays.

Police recall ‘highly charged’ scene at Westmere mansion following wine glass neck wound

The jury panel is now down to 11 after a member improperly looked up the mansion's value.

Activewear brand AROHA shamed for 'appropriating' Māori culture

The owner said she chose the name because she "wanted to be a little bit different”.

'He’s so handsome': Jason Segel on being in awe of 83-year-old Harrison Ford

Co-star Michael Urie says Ford's grumpy red carpet image is 'just an act'.

'A pretty important time': Team NZ add Olympic, SailGP champion to sailing team

Australian Iain Jensen is the second non-national to join, along with Chris Draper.

Media granted judicial review over suppression in Tom Phillips' case

Strict reporting conditions mean nothing else can be said about the judge's decision.

Gisborne council urged to stop 'appeasing' forestry industry

The group wants the council to block forestry consents on red and orange land.

Run-down or accident? Jury determines bakery owner's fate after striking man with car

Brett Henderson was accused of intentionally hitting the man after an earlier incident.

Trump says Putin agrees to pause Kyiv strikes amid harsh cold

Kyiv faces temperatures as low as minus 30C with power and heating crippled.

Old Hollywood romance: The $13m heirloom behind Margot Robbie's latest look

The Australian actress stars as Catherine Earnshaw in "Wuthering Heights".

Market close: Hotel shares interest may flag takeover bid

The S&P/NZX 50 Index traded strongly late and closed at 13,423.18, up 74.56 points.

Warning issued for Kiwi travellers over deadly Nipah virus

Like Covid-19, Nipah is a zoonotic virus – one passed on from animals to humans.

How losing my limbs turned me into a different kind of cook

NYT: After waking from a coma, one woman had to find a new way to cook, eat and live.

Teen killed in Mt Maunganui landslide was with the 'love of her life'

Sharon Maccanico's parents said their "hearts are broken" following her death.

Grieving parents to visit K’gari where daughter died as safety calls grow

Autopsy results point to drowning, with dingo bites ruled non-fatal.

Faces of the victims: Families share memories of deadly landslide victims

Victims include tourists, school friends, a tutor and a 10-year-old boy.

New theatre, new fans: Teeks’ soulful Waikato debut wins over diverse crowd

A surprise duet with Maisey Rika drew the night's loudest applause at the Hamilton event.

'Really brutal': Notorious killer offers detailed explanation of violence for first time

The killing happened in Sophie Elliott's Dunedin bedroom in January 2008.

NZ Post store cuts put seniors at risk

Up to 37% of people aged 75 and over are not online or digitally literate.

Trump says ‘hopefully’ no need for military action against Iran

Iran warns US carriers and Gulf bases are within range of its missiles.

NZ Post store cuts leave seniors at risk

Age Concern New Zealand chief executive Karen Billings-Jensen talks to The Front Page about what the closing of 142 NZ Post services in 2026 means for seniors.

'It’s been one hell of a year': Family mourns 11yo daughter killed by drugged driver

“Knowing our baby was taken from someone else’s hands is the hardest feeling ever.”

Serial school burglar loses bid to cut prison term

Mitchelle Anderson burgled Rotorua Boys' High School three times in one month.

Gold rush: As price soars past US$5000, is a bubble about to burst?

Fomo, ambitious crypto barons, US President all get some credit or blame for gold boom.

Ni-Vanuatu RSE worker pleads not guilty to Pukehina orchard murder

The woman was found dead on New Year's Day at a Pukehina orchard.

NZ, US in discussions over critical minerals framework as Trump seeks to counter China

The Government is working towards an announcement.

Hawke's Bay roads hold up after deluge despite spike in potholes

Crews were on standby through the heavy rain to tackle potholes and damage.

Cybersecurity company identifies person behind Manage My Health hack

Cyber firm IOC3 says it has identified the hacker known online as Kazu.

Fears dung beetle investment will be flushed away

NZ's only dung beetle rearing facility says it may close if there's no more support.

Lifeguards clear Mount Maunganui clubhouse

Mount Maunganui lifeguards getting their equipment under police supervision and with the approval and support of other organisations. Video / AckerMerc - @ackermerc

Opinion: Why Dave Rennie is the compelling choice to lead the All Blacks next

NZ Rugby should do everything in its power to convince Rennie to coach the All Blacks.

Mount waterpipe network probed after deadly landslide kills six campers

Council maps show water pipes directly above the campground hit by the slip.

Squeezed: Rio Beverages founder's second juice business in liquidation, owes $1.12m

David Thexton and co-owner Amanda Morgan blamed the economic downturn for its insolvency.

Afternoon quiz: What was the name of the Russian space station launched in 1986 and deorbited in 2001?

Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

'Breaks our hearts': Wellington boutique announces closure

Shut the Front Door is the third Wellington business to announce its closure this week.

Investigator at heart of Harry’s privacy battle branded a ‘fantasist’

Dr Evan Harris told the court that Christine Hart was 'obsessed with Hugh Grant'.

Mongrel Mob member jailed for 12 years for sexual offending against young girls

Harmer was convicted on 14 charges involving multiple young girls.

The Country: Te Radar previews Young Farmer of the Year contest

On today: Todd McClay, Emma Higgins, Te Radar, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Hamish McKay.

Salt Path author to publish new book delayed by ‘distress’ over scandal

The new book was delayed 12 months after a high-profile expose.

Melania's documentary may have become a nightmare but Jeff Bezos still comes out a winner

Disgraced director Brett Ratner lived at Mar-a-Lago while making the film.

Rideshare driver accused of killing young Kiwi lawyer in Sydney hit-and-run dies before trial

Otago and Harvard Law School graduate Mitch East had only recently moved to Sydney.

Person airlifted in critical condition after crash shuts Central Otago highway

The rural crash, which gave three others minor injuries, happened about 11.40am.

'Let police sweat it out': Defiant Tamaki slams moves to shut down harbour bridge protest march

Brian Tamaki says the march is about 'presence, not permission' and intends to walk.

'Hero' educator who warned other campers third victim to be formally identified by coroner

Lisa Maclennan woke holidaymakers up at 5am to warn them of the bank's imminent danger.

Justice Dept brings federal charge against man accused of attack on congresswoman

Anthony Kazmierczak is accused of spraying Ilhan Omar with a syringe.

Anthony Joshua speaks on camera for first time since Nigeria crash

Joshua was a passenger in an SUV that crashed in Nigeria on December 29.

Gas leak forces evacuations in Taupō suburb after digger hits line

Police urge the public to stay away from the Wharewaka area in Taupō.

Lifeguards race to clear gear from red-stickered Mount Maunganui base clubhouse

The clubhouse was red placarded after last Thursday's slip.

Big cities drive up consumer confidence in latest survey

More households now think it is a good time to make major purchases again.

Preserving sacrifice: Major upgrade for Hastings Hall of Memories

Work starts this week and is expected to take about nine months to finish.

'Should communities move?' Land use in slip-prone areas must change, expert warns

Professor James Renwick says councils must rethink homes, campsites near risky slopes.

Apple earnings soar as China iPhone sales surge

Apple devices in active use worldwide now exceed 2.5 billion.

Fake hot spring sends tourists flocking to non-existent Tasmanian paradise

Expert Anne Hardy says 90% of ChatGPT travel itineraries contain errors.

Mitchell signs new deal with England’s Red Roses

Mitchell has led England to 25 straight wins and two Six Nations Slams.

Wellington taxi company goes under after airport changes rules

The liquidator said the case raised "serious questions" about protections for businesses.