Think cocktails and canapes, a lot of banter and if we're lucky – perhaps a talent show?
The moment that cost Liam Lawson his first F1 points of 2025, The Kiwi tangled with Fernando Alonso. Video / Sky Sports
Neighbours heard explosions as a fire ripped through a Mount Eden house. Video / supplied
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to be joined by Defence Minister Judith Collins and deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters make a pre-Budget defence announcement.
Small plane makes dramatic landing on US golf course. Video / Supplied
Mum pays tribute after Auckland bus stop killing, Australians vote early and insurance companies brace for claims.
Megyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022. Video / Brodie Stone
Andrew Che lost his life savings after sending it to the wrong account. Barclays Bank has refunded his money after a prolonged battle for compensation. Video \ Jason Dorday
Aerial footage reveals the scale of flooding across areas of Canterbury after a destructive weather system hit the region and prompted a state of emergency.
Sir Bob Jones, a prominent business figure, has died at his Wellington home aged 85.
Mark Mitchell provides an update on the state of emergency in Christchurch and Selwyn
A possible mini tornado was spotted about Auckland Harbour as the latest band of wild weather hits the city.
Fire and Emergency NZ said it responded to more than 30 callouts overnight, mainly in the Wellington area.
The worst of the weather is over, more Kiwis turning to methamphetamine and Drs are back at the negotiating table.
NZSA chief executive Oliver Mander speaks about CEO pay in 2024. Video / Dean Purcell
Waiwhetu woman Julie Paterson heard 'a loud cracking', looked up, and saw a tree branch falling towards her during Wednesday's storm. Video / Julie Paterson
Heather Keats updates the powerful system battering New Zealand, bringing floods, snow, extreme wind and widespread disruption. Video / NZ Herald, MetService, Vanessa Weenink
MetService Head of Weather News, Heather Keats, breaks down why Wellington is under a rare red warning with extreme winds, heavy rain and dangerous high tides.
Hon Mark Mitchell, Deputy Mayor Malcolm Lyall, and Local MP Hon Nicola Grigg speak to the media on the local state of emergency in Selwyn
Gisborne locals and health workers marched to Heipipi Park, where speakers highlighted what they say is a regional health crisis.
NZ Herald Live: Simeon Brown talks to media
A tourist in the Philippines climbed into a crocodile cage to pose for a selfie, only to be attacked by the beast.
Senior doctors and nurses protest outside Auckland Hospital during a nationwide strike over pay and staffing shortages. Video Jason Dorday
A person has sustained critical injuries after a high-speed crash on Tiverton Rd, Avondale at 2.14am. Video / NZ Herald
Floodwater has inundated homes and roads as heavy downpours, damaging wind gusts and 7-metre swells smash the country’s east coast.
This episode explains why the US dollar is weak, why it may continue to depreciate, and if its world reserve currency status is at risk. Video / Carson Bluck
Severe weather hits New Zealand, Kiwisaver cuts not ruled out and senior doctors on strike.
Auckland commuters are being warned of potential speed restrictions and closures on the Auckland Harbour Bridge when severe weather strikes during rush hour. Video / NZ Herald
The gloves are on the other fists! Reporter Lachie is ringside in Gore as Mea Motu’s 10-year-old coach Zen Peach warms up for his own first official boxing match.
MetService head of weather news Heather Keats updates as the country braces for severe weather, including high winds and snow. Video / Marty Melville, Cameron Pitney, MetService
MetService Severe Weather Update: April 30 - May 3. Video / MetService
This is the tear-jerking moment a mother listens to her late daughter's heart, which is now keeping another young girl alive.
Gracie Abrams covered Lorde's song Liberty at her Spark Arena concert on Tuesday. Video / Dan Boyd
The Crown will not pursue a retrial for Stephen Ralph Stone, whose convictions were quashed in October.
Inquest into Juliana Herrera’s murder continues, more tariff developments and Mark Carney is elected in Canada.
It’s dogs only at this pool! Reporter Freddie is at Point Erin Pools, where golden retriever Ollie is celebrating his birthday with Bark NZ and 50 of his best golden friends!
Aucklanders will have a say on plans for a 12,500-seat stadium or a Ponsonby Rugby Club/music venue at Western Springs. Video / Dean Purcell
Napier City Rovers fire up in crucial 6-1 win on the road in Wellington. Video / Neil reid
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke to a cheering crowd following the Liberal Party's election win. Video / AFP
Kiwi musician Marlon Williams is the star of a new documentary, following his four-year journey writing and recording an album entirely in te reo Māori. Video / Cameron Pitney