New ZealandRotorua Museum and local issues discussed at senior voters’ forumCandidates debated the $8.3m Rotorua Museum shortfall at a packed Grey Power forum.12 Sep 06:08 AM
New Zealand'Political violence': Candidate's roadside sign blasted with shotgunOther candidates standing for elections in Northland report death threats and damage.12 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne mayor hopefuls agree: rates unsustainable, solutions neededRehette Stoltz said 80-85% of council spending already covers core services.12 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandTaking business lessons to the council table: Gisborne candidate’s pitchThe 32-year-old father of two says financial hardship shaped his outlook.12 Sep 05:00 AM
Politics‘Keep up the good work Carl’: MP deletes post praising himself after housing revelations FB post mix-up: Keep up the good work Carl - signed, Carl.12 Sep 04:57 AM
New ZealandEarlier detection of changes has life-altering potential for Gisborne woman with MSJo Stewart hopes a new scan method can help her manage her multiple sclerosis better.12 Sep 04:45 AM
New Zealand38 bridges and culverts need repair - funding covers just one'I don’t want to make things any worse ... but that list of 38 will grow by December.'12 Sep 03:30 AM
New ZealandChina partnership offers 'a new era' for NZ velvetFrozen velvet can now be imported into China for processing.12 Sep 03:00 AM
WellingtonShock as gold exploration bid lodged next to Zealandia ecosanctuaryThe proposed 1.4sq km exploration site directly borders Zealandia's sanctuary fence.12 Sep 02:47 AM
New ZealandTauranga grower takes top national awardThe 29-year-old Tauranga lab manager beat six regional champions in the final.12 Sep 02:38 AM
Kahu'Loss of a taonga': Whānau history inspires geothermal researchPart of their land was taken in the 1960s to build the airport.12 Sep 02:37 AM
New Zealand'Classic spring': Weekend brings strong wind watch for Hawke's BayForecasters warn gusts could reach near severe gale strength in exposed parts.12 Sep 02:18 AM
New ZealandAll Blacks and Warriors weather report on The CountryChris Brandolino, Dr Elizabeth Heeg, Nigel Woodhead, Tim Dangen, C Russell, Barry Soper.12 Sep 01:52 AM
New ZealandCordons lifted as Tom Phillips' campsite is dismantledKey items from the scene have been secured as evidence.12 Sep 01:27 AM
New ZealandKaea Karauria killing: Three teens now charged with murdering Napier boyTwo 16-years-old will both appear in Napier Youth Court.12 Sep 01:10 AM
New ZealandMotorcylist accused of killing deaf and blind pedestrian granted bailPaige Johnson, 24, died three days after being struck on a Rotorua crossing.12 Sep 01:10 AM
New ZealandEye-catching: 2500 glass eyes in need of a new homeIt sounds like a riddle – but it really isn’t. The answer is a basement in Te Puke.12 Sep 01:05 AM
New ZealandCEO of New Zealand's oldest winery resigns after almost 30 yearsThe iconic Napier winery says its CEO is resigning for health reasons.12 Sep 12:53 AM
New ZealandTom Phillips' family 'absolutely gutted' that officer was shot'They're just an innocent person doing their job,' a family spokesperson says.11 Sep 11:26 PM
New ZealandMum of Phillips children in court on driving charge hours after fugitive dad shot deadShe appeared in Te Kūiti District Court on Monday after being stopped by police last month11 Sep 11:25 PM
New Zealand'What community care looks like': Offroading club helps remove close to 400 tyres from riverbankThe 4X4 club, whose oldest member is 24, plans to make it a monthly event. 11 Sep 10:48 PM
New ZealandForest guardians reject use of GMOs'Even if it is legal at the national level, it’s not accepted in FSC-certified forests.'11 Sep 10:42 PM
New ZealandLocal elections: Geoff Hipango’s vision for community prosperity'I absolutely love this place, and I want to see it thrive.'11 Sep 10:34 PM
New ZealandTeachers offered up to $40k to stay in hard-to-staff schoolsIt replaces an old scheme, which was capped at a maximum of $17,500.11 Sep 09:02 PM
Black Ferns'Grateful it happened': The re-emergence of Renee HolmesHolmes is again playing a key role after being dropped from the Black Ferns in early 2025.11 Sep 09:01 PM
New ZealandDragon slayers: Two-tonne public art sculpture forced off street corner'If you ask for permission, it takes years. Better to ask for forgiveness' - art gifter.11 Sep 08:53 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW is joined by Jamie Mackay to discuss the headlines in rural newsThe biggest stories of the week for the rural community - The Country's Jamie Mackay joins Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOWWatch11 Sep 08:52 PM
New ZealandMāori ward candidate profiles left out of voting booklets after errorThree Māori ward candidates were left out of the Ōpōtiki voting booklet.11 Sep 08:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 'perfect storm' hitting Tauranga's construction industryConsents and filled jobs in the sector are down, but some see a turnaround coming.11 Sep 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyHow this remarkable 16-year old led his school back to rugby gloryAt just 16, Te Ariki Rogers was chosen to captain the Rotorua Boys' First XV.11 Sep 08:21 PM
New ZealandBumper avocado crop pushes prices down Avocados are selling for as little as 19c in parts of New Zealand.11 Sep 08:19 PM
New ZealandInside the cordon: Exclusive video shows cops seizing Tom Phillips bikes, debris near campsHerald footage shows fugitive dad's quad bike, motorbike seized by police.11 Sep 07:58 PM
Crime'Very difficult': The hard road to indict any accomplices of fugitive father Tom PhillipsBill Hodge says supplying Phillips guns or ammo could lead to the toughest charges.11 Sep 07:57 PM
New ZealandFlood risk: Wild weather pummels Auckland commuters with heavy rain, thunderstorms Thunderstorms could bring 25mm downpours and gusts of up to 80km/h today.11 Sep 07:38 PM
