CrimeFormer iwi leader behind bars for Christmas after jury finds him guilty of indecencyRaniera Tau offered his victim $20,000 to settle the matter outside of court.19 Dec 10:05 PM
New ZealandChristmas submarine that never returnedRobyn Molloy is trying to find the Shorey family in England.19 Dec 10:05 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning issued for BoP, outlook for Christmas DayAn orange heavy rain warning is in force for the Bay of Plenty for Saturday.19 Dec 09:31 PM
New Zealand'Oh heck': Farmer says quad bike accident was a wake-up callMichael Woodward is urging his peers to take care out on the farm this busy summer season.19 Dec 09:26 PM
New Zealand'Hero of a summer': Air NZ expects 101,000 travellers to Hawke's BayHawke’s Bay Airport adds two EV chargers, boosting convenience for electric drivers.19 Dec 08:51 PM
New ZealandWork to start on approaches for new expressway bridgeTwo bridges alongside each other will ease congestion on the Hawke's Bay Expressway.19 Dec 08:44 PM
New Zealand‘Definite rise’: Police urge vigilance as e-bike thefts spikeReport suspicious activity promptly to help police prevent thefts, says Detective Sergeant Boyd.19 Dec 08:39 PM
New ZealandHow two tiny at risk geckos paused a roading repair projectWorks have been on hold since early November after the discovery of a protected species. 19 Dec 08:31 PM
New ZealandArrest after German tourists track theft suspect using AirPodsCouple 'happy' something has been done after criticising initial police response.19 Dec 07:54 PM
KahuNorthland mother’s murder remains unsolved as whānau seek answersJoanna Sione-Lauaki's family frustrated by police as Christmas approaches without answers.19 Dec 07:51 PM
KahuRespect and protect: Ngāti Kuri’s plea to summer travellersNgāti Kuri highlights need for care as visitor numbers challenge conservation efforts.19 Dec 07:50 PM
Markets with MadisonWhy Fonterra is selling Anchor milk and Mainland, Kāpiti cheese brandsPlus: The CEO puts its ingredients products to the test in the kitchen. 19 Dec 07:02 PM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in January 2024?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.19 Dec 06:30 PM
MotorsportPet food magnate speaks on luring V8 Supercars to the South IslandIf approved, 2026 will see two Supercars events in NZ for the first time.19 Dec 06:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Suppository of all wisdom’ and other interesting utterances: Wyn DrabbleOPINION: Kids’ attempts at difficult words can at least be humorous.19 Dec 05:00 PM
PropertyAnimal lover's house sells for $695,000 - and all the money goes to the dogsProceeds of the sale will be used to train seven pups as service dogs.19 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMedical 'mistakes': Widower wants answers after losing wife, 25, to cancer'Ultimately, it cost us time with Tasha,' her family says.19 Dec 04:06 PM
New Zealand'Like coming home': Summer holidaymakers set to pack out campgrounds'We are preparing for the busiest summer we have seen.'19 Dec 04:02 PM
New ZealandGisborne multisport facility scores $6.9m investment from trustFirst phase of Victoria Sports and Recreation Hub is set to be completed by May next year.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Festive spirit may be dampened': Thunderstorms, tornadoes possible in grim leadup to XmasHeavy rainfall, thunderstorms and elevated humidity levels are tipped for the next week.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It's all about giving back': Whānau restaurant to host free Christmas lunchesMangōnui restaurant to offer free Christmas lunches for Northland's needy and lonely.19 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessZespri fires up expanded offshore growing plansOverseas growers are lining up to produce SunGold for Zespri.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan found dead on Northland beachThe victim was found by a member of the public about 2.30pm.19 Dec 09:13 AM
New ZealandWarning after Irishman electrocuted in ‘freak accident’ on NZ farm'He was such a nice chap. He had a word for everybody.'19 Dec 07:49 AM
New ZealandTwo flown to hospital after water rescue off Coromandel coastTwo helicopters were sent to the incident near Ōnemana Beach.19 Dec 07:18 AM
New ZealandIconic Christmas display's final year before auction for charityThe popular display will be auctioned as a Mount Surf Club fundraiser.19 Dec 05:00 AM
SportDame Lisa Carrington among finalists for Halberg AwardsThirty-three finalists were announced for the 62nd ISPS HANDA Halberg Awards.19 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Armed robbers threaten bystanders, flee Taupō jewellers in car after aggravated robberyA member of the public appears to try and slash the car's tyres to prevent escape.19 Dec 04:59 AM
New ZealandWatch: Five injured in two-car crash in Bay of PlentyAt least two rescue choppers scrambled to the scene near Waioeka.19 Dec 04:37 AM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking' report: Council land acquisition from mana whenua detailedGisborne adopts a new strategy after revealing historical land disputes.19 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'With love from New Zealand': Kiwi K.A.R.E's life-saving mission in UkraineKiwi K.A.R.E was set up by former Tauranga mayor Tenby Powell.19 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandDates confirmed for major closure of SH1 at KarapiroThe detour of SH1 at Karapiro will take an extra 18 minutes.19 Dec 03:54 AM
New ZealandPolice find body in Waikato RiverThe body is believed to be a person who jumped from Pukete Bridge on Saturday.19 Dec 03:26 AM
New ZealandSH1 open to the North: Mangamuka Gorge ready for summer trafficMangamuka Gorge has opened again after years of closure after rain caused multiple slips.19 Dec 02:58 AM
