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New Zealand 'deeply concerned' about damage to Kiwi graves in two Gaza war cemeteries

IDF destroyed 20 graves of Kiwi soldiers who died in both World War I and II.

11 Feb 03:00 AM

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Official silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failure

The Wellington Water boss revealed there were potential signals of trouble at the plant.

11 Feb 03:00 AM

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Whakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cuts

Six of 11 councillors favour putting $1m into debt reduction and $700,000 aside.

11 Feb 03:00 AM

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11 Feb 01:45 AM

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Cause of school bus fire in Northland revealed

11 Feb 01:42 AM

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11 Feb 01:28 AM

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Retail crime group scrapped: Chairman Sunny Kaushal reveals his reaction | Herald NOW

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10 Feb 09:52 PM

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Police investigating suspicious house fire in Rānui

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10 Feb 09:48 PM

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Mount Maunganui businesses struggling to return to normal after deadly landslide | Herald NOW

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10 Feb 09:37 PM

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Drone footage captures widespread slips on Mauao

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Unemployment hits 10-year high: How to get the attention of employers | Herald NOW

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Official silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failure

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Whakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cuts

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'Out of character': Police hold serious concerns for missing Southland farmer

11 Feb 01:07 AM

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Official silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failure

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'Beautiful lady': Woman who died in Kāpiti Coast remembered as 'strong' and a 'soul searcher'

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Far North residents arm themselves with sticks in fear of 'violent' roaming dogs

One parent said they were scared to let their children walk to school on their own.

11 Feb 03:00 AM

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Teen skipper who survived boat fire given warning instead of fine

The 14-year-old skipper was operating the boat alone, despite an age ban.

11 Feb 01:00 AM

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Whakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cuts

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11 Feb 03:00 AM

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Whakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cuts

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A stolen car, a drive to Hawke's Bay: Police say CBD raid of jewellery store began 'out of town'

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11 Feb 12:43 AM

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One injured after car crashes into Whanganui property

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New Zealand 'deeply concerned' about damage to Kiwi graves in two Gaza war cemeteries

Official silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failure

Whakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cuts

'Reckless actions': Police believe Rānui house fire caused by flare

Man charged after broad daylight attack on Christchurch street

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Richard Prebble: Labour's policy vacuum risks handing the agenda to the Greens

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The Country celebrates National Lamb Day at Parliament

Cause of school bus fire in Northland revealed

‘He did the time’: Publisher defends paedophile Ron Brierley's new book

Finance Minister Nicola Willis grilled over new RBNZ inquiry

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Retail crime group scrapped: Chairman Sunny Kaushal reveals his reaction | Herald NOW

Police investigating suspicious house fire in Rānui

Mount Maunganui businesses struggling to return to normal after deadly landslide | Herald NOW

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Official silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failure

From radio host to resort DJ: How being broke became a life-changing detour

Super Rugby Selections: Which All Blacks are being rested for opening round?

Whakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cuts

'Out of character': Police hold serious concerns for missing Southland farmer

Expert questions how guilty plea would stop mosque gunman's 'suffering' in jail

Safety restrictions eased on four homes after slip

From $17m seed to $25b giant: Carmel Fisher’s bold vision changed investing

Fonterra's Peter McBride named top chairperson for second time

‘Extraordinary impact’: A2 Milk CFO wins top Deloitte finance award

Fisher and Paykel Healthcare wins Deloitte Top 200 Best growth award

Official silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failure

'Beautiful lady': Woman who died in Kāpiti Coast remembered as 'strong' and a 'soul searcher'

Expert questions how guilty plea would stop mosque gunman's 'suffering' in jail

Winston Peters to receive Pacific visa petition at New Zealand Parliament

Super Rugby Selections: Which All Blacks are being rested for opening round?

Man charged after broad daylight attack on Christchurch street

Star All Blacks lock ruled out of entire Highlanders season

From radio host to resort DJ: How being broke became a life-changing detour

Super Rugby Selections: Which All Blacks are being rested for opening round?

'Reckless actions': Police believe Rānui house fire caused by flare

Star All Blacks lock ruled out of entire Highlanders season

Far North residents arm themselves with sticks in fear of 'violent' roaming dogs

Teen skipper who survived boat fire given warning instead of fine

Whakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cuts

Whakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cuts

A stolen car, a drive to Hawke's Bay: Police say CBD raid of jewellery store began 'out of town'

One injured after car crashes into Whanganui property

Teen’s stolen e-bike 7km ‘reckless run’ leads police though motorway into football match

Liquified natural gas levy 'likely be passed on to' consumers, officials warned

'What is the point?': Pet bonds leave renters paying more while carrying risk

Watch: Drone footage captures widespread slips on Mauao

Senior Navy officer found not guilty of encouraging junior to kiss her

Man in critical condition after 10m fall from University of Otago building

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Man in critical condition after 10m fall from University of Otago building

Neighbours bang on doors as fire engulfs roof of Auckland home, police investigating

'National can get home with Luxon': Sir John Key shares blueprint for PM to win tight election

High-profile former mayor takes key role in Tauranga’s council governance

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