LiveNew ZealandStates of emergency continue overnight as Cyclone Vaianu risk remainsGale-force winds and large coastal swells are set to continue.12 Apr 08:37 AM
New Zealand|Updated'Very emotional day': Fire crews bring 'significant' blaze under control at Te Arai LinksThe fire broke out mid-morning at the luxury golf course north of Auckland.12 Apr 08:35 AM
New ZealandProperty in Te Aroha floods as river bursts following Cyclone VaianuResidents in Te Aroha battle the aftermath of Cyclone Vaianu as the overflowing river floods. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Apr 07:12 AM
UFC'It means everything': Kiwi Ulberg reflects on winning UFC title with big KOIn his first opportunity at a UFC belt, Carlos Ulberg knew he only needed one shot.12 Apr 06:06 AM
New Zealand'Never been more scared in my life': Ōhope couple flee home as Vaianu batters Bay of PlentyKylee Kast had to evacuate as Cyclone Vaianu's winds suddenly intensified.12 Apr 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Avoid travel': Whakatāne evacuees advised to stay put, 125km/h wind gust in BoPŌhope and coastal Thornton residents have been ordered to evacuate.12 Apr 05:57 AM
CrimeMan destroys furniture, cuts down tree in chainsaw rampage over ex'I let my anger get the better of me,' Ethan Phillips told a court.12 Apr 05:00 AM
LiveNew ZealandLive: Residents of more than 500 evacuated Hawke's Bay homes told to stay away another nightLocal state of emergency remains in many of the region’s coastal communities.12 Apr 04:58 AM
New ZealandAuthorities scold Napier thrillseekers ignoring calls to stay out of water'You can be the most experienced person in the world, it doesn’t mean it won't go wrong.'12 Apr 04:29 AM
New ZealandCyclone Vaianu brings slips, flooding and closures across Northland roadsStay up-to-date on the latest road closures.12 Apr 03:44 AM
New ZealandHigh tide hits Mount Maunganui as residents and emergency services prepare for the worstHigh tide hits Mount Maunganui as residents and emergency services prepare for the worst of Cyclone Vaianu. Video / Alyse WrightWatch12 Apr 03:39 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Cyclone Vaianu hits peak, infrastructure projects concernNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Cyclone Vaianu hits peak, infrastructure projects concern, call to reassess transport strategy. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Apr 03:23 AM
New ZealandSmall-town Ōhope seems deserted as Cyclone Vaianu encroachesSmall-town Ōhope seems deserted as Cyclone Vaianu encroaches. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Apr 03:06 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: With which sport would you primarily associate Don King?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.12 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandHauraki District Mayor speaks to the public whilst out on volunteer firefighter callHauraki District Mayor Toby Adams sends a message to the public whilst out on a volunteer firefighter call this afternoon. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Apr 02:45 AM
New ZealandHigh tide and storm surge hit Waihī BeachThe high tide and storm surge hit Waihī Beach. Video / Ashlee TyrrellWatch12 Apr 02:27 AM
New ZealandMark Mitchell and Mayor Wayne Brown deliver Cyclone Vaianu updateEmergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown deliver update on Cyclone Vaianu. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Apr 02:20 AM
New ZealandVideo from across the North Island shows early extent of Cyclone Vaianu damageAs Cyclone Vaianu continues to approach New Zealand, people are feeling the impacts from all over the North Island. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Apr 02:19 AM
New ZealandWoman's 'unfailing devotion' to dead sister's kids rewarded with residencyShe has 'unfailingly devoted herself to raising these five young children'.12 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather: April 12MetService Severe Weather: April 12. Video / MetServiceWatch12 Apr 01:58 AM
New ZealandWild video from Whakatāne shows heavy winds blowing as Cyclone Vaianu threatensWild video from Whakatāne shows heavy winds blowing as Cyclone Vaianu threatens. Video / Matthew DavidsonWatch12 Apr 01:47 AM
New ZealandFootage shows rivers in Coromandel Peninsula beginning to rise as Cyclone Vaianu nears landfallCoromandel Peninsula under red weather warning as Cyclone Vaianu approaches. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Apr 01:39 AM
New ZealandWild winds and coastal inundation in Whakatāne as Cyclone Vaianu intensifiesConditions in Whakatāne expected to become life-threatening from early this afternoon as Cyclone Vaianu intensifies. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandSignificant fire at restaurant at luxury Te Arai Links golf courseFirefighters work to put out a fire in Te Arai Links luxury golf course. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandBay of Plenty residents prepare for Cyclone Vaianu to make landfallBay of Plenty under red warning along with Rotorua and Coromandel Peninsula as Cyclone Vaianu approaches. Video / Alyse WrightWatch12 Apr 01:14 AM
New ZealandFlooding at Thornton Beach near WhakatāneFlooding at Thornton Beach near Whakatāne, where seawater is starting to flood the road. Video / Mike ScottWatch12 Apr 12:38 AM
New ZealandPower transformers explodingHome security cameras capture two power transformers exploding early this morning in Tauranga. Video / David GreigWatch11 Apr 10:57 PM
New ZealandRed warning extends to Bay of Plenty, Rotorua as Cyclone Vaianu approachesMetService has issued red weather warnings for the Coromandel Peninsula, Bay of Plenty and Rotorua as Cyclone Vaianu approaches, effective until 8pm tonight. Video / Alyse WrightWatch11 Apr 10:41 PM
New ZealandRising rivers and rough seas in NorthlandWhangārei Falls and Ocean Beach on Sunday morning after Cyclone Vaianu passed through Northland overnight. Videos / Brodie Stone, Rachel WardWatch11 Apr 10:13 PM
New ZealandTwo dead, four injured in crash near GisborneEmergency services were called to the crash on Tucker Rd about 11.40pm last night.11 Apr 10:09 PM
New ZealandMan dies after hunting incident near DannevirkeA search and rescue team was sent to get the body.11 Apr 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'They're powerful medicines': Auckland GP gets licence to prescribe psychedelic tripsNZ is at the global forefront of nations allowing the therapeutic use of magic mushrooms. 11 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandE-bike rider dies in early morning Manawatū crashEmergency services were called to Banks Rd, Rongotea, at about 12.40am.11 Apr 08:53 PM
New ZealandMountt Maunganui's main beach lashed by wind, rain as Cyclone Vaianu makes landfallMount Maunganui's main beach lashed by wind, rain as Cyclone Vaianu makes landfall. Video / Alyse WrightWatch11 Apr 08:29 PM
