New Zealand|UpdatedThree people killed in Hastings, homicide investigation launchedOne person died at the scene and two others died shortly afterwards in hospital.19 Apr 01:03 AM
LiveNew ZealandSevere thunderstorm watch issued for Auckland, Northland and WaikatoA line of heavy showers is set to move across the upper North Island this afternoon.19 Apr 12:58 AM
New ZealandSerial shoplifter went to extreme lengths to steal, including claiming she had cancerAnna Salari also picked up discarded receipts and then used them to claim refunds.19 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandCorinna Road residents describe cabin lifted off foundations during tornadoCorinna Road, Welcome Bay residents describe the moment Cory Moss' cabin was lifted off foundations during tornado. Video / Rosalie Liddle CrawfordWatch18 Apr 11:51 PM
New ZealandHomes damaged after 'one or more' tornadoes rip through TaurangaMetService suspects the tornadoes hit Tauranga about 1.30am today.18 Apr 11:49 PM
Politics‘Lead us into the election’: Bishop adamant he doesn't want to be leader, Luxon man for jobThe National MP's comments come amid reports of party discontent.18 Apr 11:31 PM
New ZealandOne person found dead after Napier house fire, police investigatingEmergency services were called to Main North Rd in Bay View at 5am.18 Apr 10:50 PM
New ZealandDriver flees after hitting pedestrian in Auckland, turns up at police stationEmergency services rushed to Roscommon Rd shortly before 10pm.18 Apr 10:21 PM
New ZealandJudge blasts mum who was dealing drugs with her daughter'You and your daughter are part of an insidious industry.'18 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandChinese complaint over aircraft could be sign of other concerns, experts sayProfessor says issue could be sign of something else 'irritating the Chinese leadership'.18 Apr 09:58 PM
New ZealandHouse damaged by tornado on Te Hono Street, MaungatapuHotu Frew describes the damage taken by her house, which was struck by a tornado during the evening's wild weather. Video / Rosalie Liddle CrawfordWatch18 Apr 09:34 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | More severe weather in North Island, hopes for Middle East dealNZ Herald Morning News Update | More severe weather in North Island, hopes for Middle East deal, warning about purchasing flights during geopolitical conflict. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Apr 09:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Everybody wants a piece': Is this southern town on its way to becoming Wānaka 2.0?Ben Tomsett reports on the latest South Island town on the up. 18 Apr 09:00 PM
BusinessGucci, Cartier, superyachts and the war; luxury brands are finding out what conflict costsGucci, Cartier, superyachts and the war; luxury brands are finding out what conflict costs. Video / Herald NOW BusinessWatch18 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandIs the quarter-acre Kiwi dream gone? And which region is the 'naked' gardening capitalMore than half of Kiwis surveyed say their backyard is now smaller than in childhood.18 Apr 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'White-collar drug': Why this region is NZ's cocaine hotspotIt comes as the country hits a record high for the drug’s consumption.18 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandCan a new taskforce turn around Whangārei's emptying city centre?Closures include Merric and The Co-operative Bank's Whangārei branches.18 Apr 06:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Can we fix it? Maybe not – but we want toOPINION: Most of the time now, when something breaks, we replace it.18 Apr 05:05 PM
New ZealandPastures Past: When cattle and trucks were scarce"As a result of this shortage, fewer bulls have been required for breeding purposes."18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Lovebirds are native to which continent?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.18 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondCreating a winter garden haven for plants and birds: Kem OrmondOPINION: Birds are essential for maintaining a healthy, balanced ecosystem in a garden.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: What does leadership look like in the modern world?OPINION: Young people may be watching today's leaders and feeling even more disenchanted.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'I know I'm going to die': Bucket lists, hard truths and a final message from Paige SuistedDiagnosed with stage four terminal brain cancer, Paige was just 26.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCentury of champions: The enduring legacy of Charlton StudNicoli Fife competed at the 1978 World Championships in Kentucky with Mark Todd.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Cyclone warnings not a case of 'crying wolf'OPINION: There was no wolf when Peter first cried wolf. There definitely was a cyclone.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The big new thing': Unregulated ‘grey market’ of drugs contains hidden risks for gym junkiesThere are concerns people could be accidentally injecting moulds or heavy metals.18 Apr 04:59 PM
New ZealandLaura McGoldrick on parenting like her parents didLaura McGoldrick has built her career in high-pressure, high-visibility environments, saying yes to opportunities and figuring things out as she goes.Watch18 Apr 04:55 PM
New ZealandTwo state highways closed as overnight downpour threatens North IslandThe deluge is expected to continue into tomorrow.18 Apr 09:35 AM
New ZealandLucky Lotto player wins $1m as Powerball jackpot grows The $4m Powerball prize was not struck and will rise to $5m on Wednesday.18 Apr 08:04 AM
New Zealand'Sticky situation': Thousands of kiwifruit close road after trailer tipsThe loss of so much fruit could be devastating to the grower at peak picking season.18 Apr 06:27 AM
New ZealandDozens evacuated as torrential rain floods Wellington suburbs, more downpours expectedTwenty-five homes in Stokes Valley and one in Porirua have been evacuated.18 Apr 05:43 AM
CrimeHealth woes, sick mum and scams: Why judge kept a serial swindler behind barsHealth issues have been a frequent theme at the fraudster's hearings throughout the years.18 Apr 05:00 AM
PoliticsChina furious with NZ, alleges 'harassment' by military planeThe NZDF says its plane was on a routine mission, China accuses it of reckless flying.18 Apr 04:37 AM
New ZealandFlash flooding hits Lower HuttSevere flooding on a street in Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt, at about 9am. Video / SuppliedWatch18 Apr 04:06 AM
