New Zealand|UpdatedManhunt underway after passenger killed, another wounded in 'horrific' Auckland bus attacksTwo connected attacks occurred on a bus as it travelled from Glen Innes towards Ōrakei. 08 Dec 10:46 PM
New Zealand|UpdatedDive squad called in search for swimmer seen in ‘waist-deep water’ at Lake Wainamu who fell into a holeThe 23-year-old vanished after falling into a hole in the lake.08 Dec 10:37 PM
New ZealandFoxton Beach house blaze: Police look for missing pair after neighbours wake to 'explosions'The fire at the coastal home was reported at about 5am today.08 Dec 10:16 PM
New Zealand|Updated'Devastating news': Tramper who died on West Coast named Amy MacIver, 53, of Māpua, died while tramping in the Klondyke Valley on Friday.08 Dec 10:15 PM
New ZealandVegetable sector explores single ‘VegeCo’ entitySix national roadshows have tested growers’ appetite for change this year.08 Dec 10:07 PM
New ZealandBOP duo dominate superbike series openerThe series now moves to Manfeild this weekend before Whanganui’s Boxing Day finale.08 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandSurprise tsunami: Scientists solve riddle of freak wave that set off warning gaugesA 25cm tsunami wave hit Napier without an earthquake to trigger it.08 Dec 09:05 PM
New ZealandFrom shearer to doctor: A remarkable career change pays offThe former shearer began medical retraining at age 27.08 Dec 09:04 PM
New Zealand'Conversation never happened': Hipkins rejects Coster’s car briefing claim on McSkimming caseThe Labour leader said McSkimming wouldn’t have made deputy role if complaints were known.08 Dec 08:54 PM
Herald NOWMeet the Kiwi attempting a world-record 1000-mile swim from North Cape to WellingtonJono Ridler, in partnership with Live Ocean, will swim from North Cape to Wellington to raise awareness for healthy oceans and call for an end to bottom trawling.Watch08 Dec 08:19 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.08 Dec 08:17 PM
New Zealand'Vision finally becomes reality': Waikato medical school build beginsThe school will offer New Zealand's first graduate-entry programme.08 Dec 08:06 PM
New Zealand'Gutting': Jumps on kids' DIY bike track bulldozed after safety fearsDevastated residents challenge Tauranga council over sudden Pillans Rd Bike Track closure.08 Dec 07:59 PM
Herald NOWOne person in critical condition, report of fatality after alleged stabbing in Glen InnesOne person has been critically injured after an alleged stabbing in East Auckland, Rachel Maher reports live from the scene.Watch08 Dec 07:55 PM
New ZealandLarge fire engulfs Foxton Beach houseA blaze has destroyed a home in Queen Street in the town of Foxton Beach.Watch08 Dec 07:46 PM
New ZealandTop three perfect places to spend ChristmasLorna Riley joins Herald NOW to share her top destinations for Christmas this year.Watch08 Dec 07:41 PM
New ZealandAuditors call out NZ schools for spending on boat cruises, travel for principalsAuditors flagged thousands spent on cruises, overseas trips and staff retreats.08 Dec 07:37 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW daily panel: Summer heat, Holiday scams and Tim Wilsons legsMedia specialist Carmen Parahi and Maxim Institute's Tim Wilson go head to head on the big issues of the day.Watch08 Dec 07:32 PM
New ZealandTongariro blaze: Fire ecologist warns more frequent fires possible as vegetation dries outFire ecologist, Nicola Day joins Herald NOW after studying the Tongariro fire ground since the November blaze.Watch08 Dec 07:29 PM
Herald NOWAustralia's auction crackdown sparks calls for NZ to reveal reserve pricesNew rules forcing agents to publish reserve prices has raised questions about transparency, under-quoting and whether Kiwis should know the bottom line before auction day.Watch08 Dec 07:21 PM
New ZealandHelicopters called in to tackle large Tongariro blaze, highway remains closed The air fleet will help 30 firefighters tackling the blaze on the ground. 08 Dec 07:14 PM
New ZealandFree-trade deal with India close, Paramount hostile bid for WBD, Du Val sites soldIndia PM Modi could visit next year, Paramount promises ‘stronger Hollywood’ and more cash, Du Val development sites and some townhouses sold for less than mortgage value.Watch08 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA $40 parking fine beside a $30m renovation - St James Theatre owner in court over ‘ludicrous’ AT stanceSteve Bielby has taken AT to court over parking fines outside his landmark theatre.08 Dec 07:00 PM
Herald NOWFrom AI to smart glasses: The biggest tech trends of 2025Business of Tech Podcast Host Peter Griffin joins Herald NOW for a look back on the hottest tech developments of 2025.Watch08 Dec 06:58 PM
New ZealandCybersecurity experts warn of fake websites and stolen credentialsGlenn Maiden, Chief security officer of Fortinet ANZ, joins Herald NOW to discuss the rise of scams during the holiday period.Watch08 Dec 06:45 PM
Herald NOW'He has a different recollection': Hipkins on claims Coster briefed him on McSkimming caseLabour Leader Chris Hipkins answers questions on Andrew Coster's claim he was alerted on Jevon McSkimming details earlier than reportedWatch08 Dec 06:41 PM
Herald NOWSummer heat risks: what you need to knowDr Bryan Beatty shares simple, practical tips to avoid heat-related illness during the summer scorch.Watch08 Dec 06:31 PM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak: Caution urged as virus spreads across new locations of interestMeasles vaccination rates remain too low to prevent community wide spread, Canterbury Epidemiologist Anna Howe reveals.Watch08 Dec 06:22 PM
New Zealand'Concerned for the whole country': Second large fire hits Tongariro in just four weeksBrendan Nally from FENZ joins Herald NOW with the latest as crews tackle a fast-moving blaze that’s ripped through rugged terrain.Watch08 Dec 06:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Part formed' hill development up for mortgagee saleThe developer is confident he can still keep the property, earmarked for 20 homes.08 Dec 05:46 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: December 9 2025MetService Daily Weather: December 9 2025 Video / NZ HeraldWatch08 Dec 05:45 PM
New Zealand'The first thing that goes is a little treat': Boutique bakery's plea for support'I kind of feel like I owe it to myself to give it one last shot.'08 Dec 05:40 PM
New ZealandSport Headlines | NRL proposes bans for three of Tonga's medical staffSport Headlines | NRL proposes bans for three of Tonga's medical staff, Football World Cup to introduce water breaksWatch08 Dec 05:39 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday December 9 2025Morning Headlines | Fire and Emergency believe Tongariro fire was not lit intentionally, changes made to Resource Management Act | Tuesday December 9, 2025Watch08 Dec 05:28 PM
