New ZealandSanta's on his way – and so is the rainWeather warnings and watches are in place for various areas tomorrow, Auckland parade day.29 Nov 03:28 AM
New Zealand|UpdatedChanging their tune: Flight chaos forces NZSO to swap concert symphoniesKey New Zealand Symphony Orchestra players remain stranded in Wellington.29 Nov 03:26 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: 'Antipasto' is the Italian term for which course of a meal?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.29 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandMount businesses join forces with new loyalty appUsers can earn points and score rewards when the Oasis app launches on November 30.29 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandSurgeon misidentified as doctor who botched a woman's spinal surgeryThe Health and Disability Commissioner has apologised and reissued the critical report. 29 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandKaipara leader calls for boat ban at Kai Iwi Lakes over invasive clam threatNearly 19,000 people are expected at Kai Iwi Lakes this year, many with boats.29 Nov 01:43 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPrincipal forced to turn away disabled students as families surge into zoneClasses are spilling into the library and hall as the Auckland school turns families away.29 Nov 01:00 AM
New Zealand|UpdatedChild among four in hospital after crash near Waterview TunnelThe crash happened about 10.45am on State Highway 20, near the Waterview Tunnel.29 Nov 12:48 AM
Politics‘Māori sovereignty’: Labour sets out ambitious pitch to win back Māori seatsLabour's sole Māori electorate MP is laying out the pitch to win back the Māori seats.29 Nov 12:18 AM
New ZealandGuard of honour and bar send-off as Simon Dallow departs 1NewsColleagues formed a guard of honour as Dallow left the TVNZ newsroom.29 Nov 12:12 AM
New Zealand'I'm proud of her:' How a dying woman's wage battle became her final act of advocacyTracey Richardson says her daughter's ERA victory brings justice after heartbreak.29 Nov 12:00 AM
New Zealand'It's safe to fly': CAA assures air passengers after global software fault chaosThe Civil Aviation Authority released a statement after a day of delays and disruption. 28 Nov 11:19 PM
New ZealandFive years of turning up: Teen’s commitment to helping the communityFinley English has learned that you never really know what someone’s going through.28 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandBody found after vehicle crashes into Wairoa RiverPolice believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.28 Nov 10:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia RobinsonCecilia Robinson: here Why NZ should pay attention to its quiet turnaroundOPINION: Eight in 10 secondary teachers say phone bans have improved focus.28 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandPair arrested after suspected stolen car flees police, hits other carsThe road drama played out in Auckland's New Lynn last night.28 Nov 09:31 PM
New Zealand'Chaos': Long queues at airports as Kiwi travellers left stranded by Airbus faultA software issue is affecting Airbus A320 operators globally, including in New Zealand.28 Nov 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Massive loss': Protesters gathering at sell-off of former 81-unit social housing projectCampaigners hope to shine a light on the Government's fast-paced sell-off of public land.28 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan banned from taking seafood for 3 years after misusing his customary rights Jonathan Moon issued permits for collecting seafood outside of his area for 10 years.28 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandTruck and motorhome collide in Picton, one feared seriously hurtThe two vehicles crashed on Dublin St in the South Island town.28 Nov 08:35 PM
SailGPBurling cleared for Black Foils return following finger injuryThe Black Foils driver was in doubt after injuring his right index finger in practice. 28 Nov 08:10 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'Sullivan‘We shouldn’t be naive’: Collins’ quiet signal to Luxon on union relationsOPINION: Collins met union leaders, while Luxon and van Velden have refused to do so.28 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandSearch for missing Tokoroa teacher suspendedThe 36-year-old vanished at a Rotorua swimming hole.28 Nov 07:33 PM
AucklandMan died after being swept away from his favourite fishing spotThe fisherman wore a wetsuit but no lifejacket when he disappeared in the rising tide.28 Nov 07:27 PM
WorldHong Kong's deadliest blaze in decades kills at least 128, dozens missingThe death toll from Hong Kong's worst fire in decades rose to 128 on Friday, as authorities arrested eight more people. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Nov 07:16 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday November 29, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday November 29, 2025. At least 128 people have now died due to the Hong Kong building fire. Zelenskyy's chief of staff resigns. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Nov 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumChristchurchA self-made multi-millionaire in a city of old money reveals his rise to the topRichard Peebles has emerged as one of Christchurch's biggest movers and shakers.28 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandTeacher elbowed and slapped 8yo student who threw yoghurt over herThe student dove under a desk, yelling, crying and swearing after the incident. 28 Nov 07:00 PM
FootballFrancis de Vries on FIFA World Cup dreams, Auckland FC hopes and the IKEA buzzAuckland FC defender Francis de Vries on his punishing recent schedule, his non-stop year, FIFA World Cup dreams and IKEA excitement.Watch28 Nov 07:00 PM
New Zealand‘He was enormous’: Humpback puts on a show off Bream BayMichele Adams says the display by the humpback whale was unforgettable.28 Nov 05:26 PM
New Zealand‘She’s dying, someone’s got to go’: Dramatic rescue as dad paddles into rip to save swimmerA Wellington father saved a swimmer from drowning at Pāpāmoa beach.28 Nov 05:02 PM
New ZealandSurf lifesavers return to Hawke’s Bay beaches, and new rescue buoys help tooFour Hawke’s Bay clubs start weekend patrols from today, and volunteers are wanted.28 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘We need to talk about the rise in code browns’: Pool educates public after 20 closuresEach incident means a pool shutdown, heavy cleaning costs and disappointed swimmers.28 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandSoured online trade allegedly led to man's death in Rotorua streetOne of three people charged in relation to the death in Trigg Ave has pleaded guilty.28 Nov 05:00 PM
