LiveNew ZealandThousands without power across North Island as Cyclone Vaianu set to make landfallA red wind warning is in effect for Great Barrier, Coromandel, Rotorua and Bay of Plenty.11 Apr 05:13 PM
LiveNew ZealandNearly 4000 without power in Tauranga as Cyclone Vaianu set to make landfall todayA red wind warning is in effect for Great Barrier, Coromandel, Rotorua and Bay of Plenty.11 Apr 05:10 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: What office morning tea says about us – and our politiciansOPINION: From Dave's bargain biscuits to Sarah's 3am baking, every plate tells a story.11 Apr 05:05 PM
New ZealandInside the Spring Sheep shift reshaping one young farmer’s futureRyan McPherson swapped a planned Wall Street career for sheep milking in Lichfield.11 Apr 05:05 PM
Politics'Positive decision': National’s former Attorney-General prospect switches allegiance to ActAct's new candidate could play a pivotal role in selling its proposed Treaty reform.11 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Luxon's inability to handle a dumb question is a problemOPINION: Backbench MPs have begun talking and leaking about rolling the Prime Minister.11 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: War, fuel and the absence of humanityOPINION: The war in the Middle East has sharpened the focus on fuel and humanity.11 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuHidden hymn history: The Billy Graham link to Whakaaria MaiThe video traces the hymn's origins to Billy Graham's 1959 visit to New Zealand.11 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Hiroki Sakai and his family represent the best of what Auckland has becomeOPINION: When Auckland thrives, New Zealand wins.11 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Is cabbage the dream vegetable for 2026?OPINION: My favourite use for cabbage at the moment is for chow mein.11 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand1939: When petrol increases had farmers saddling up"You can grow your own ‘petrol’ for the horse on the farm."11 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In which year did Elizabeth II become Queen?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.11 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuThe back story of Whakaaria MaiHow American evangelist Billy Graham created the popular Māori Hymn, Whakaaria Mai. Video / Le TourneauWatch11 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorth Island wakes to rain, gales and swells as cyclone nearsCyclone Vaianu is set to make landfall today. Video / Metservice / NZ HeraldWatch11 Apr 04:11 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball rolls over to next week as one player wins $400kThe lucky numbers have been drawn.11 Apr 08:06 AM
New ZealandAnimations show extent of Cyclone VaianuNew animations show the extent of wind gusts, rain and coastal surges set to batter the North Island. Video / Earth Sciences New ZealandWatch11 Apr 07:44 AM
New ZealandWorried shoppers strip supermarket shelves of goods as Cyclone Vaianu loomsFoodstuffs stores may shorten opening hours, with PAK'nSAVE Kaitaia shut at 8pm.11 Apr 07:05 AM
New ZealandTauranga joins Western BoP in declaring state of emergency, evacuations urgedPeople in coastal or low-lying flood-prone areas urged to get to higher ground.11 Apr 06:28 AM
Football FernsFootball Ferns score five to beat Fiji in World Cup qualifierThe Football Ferns will face Papua New Guinea in Wednesday's final in Auckland.11 Apr 06:02 AM
AucklandCyclone Vaianu: Aucklanders advised to delay travel as ferries cancelled, harbour bridge warningTransport disruption is expected tomorrow in Auckland as severe weather hits the city.11 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather: April 11MetService Severe Weather: April 11. Video / MetServiceWatch11 Apr 05:03 AM
New ZealandTenant stops rent over rotting, leaky, mouldy home, landlord hit with $25k compo billOne wall of the Dairy Flat house was so rotten that there was a hole to the outside. 11 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice probe three suspicious fires in Manurewa overnightPolice were called to the first house fire on Deveron Road about 9pm.11 Apr 03:13 AM
New ZealandHer fight goes on: Fund backs families of kids with deadly lung diseaseThe new fund honours Esther-Jordan Muriwai who was 24 when she died of bronchiectasis.11 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Capybaras are native to which continent?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.11 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandMarried man uses photo he took of teen during sex act to prove she consented, looked olderKuljinder Singh, 39, met up with the 13-year-old after connecting on Snapchat.11 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandStrait of Hormuz tolls threat to freedom of navigation – law expertChristopher Luxon says any new sea taxes could hit key export routes for New Zealand.11 Apr 02:44 AM
WorldWatch: The moment Artemis II touched down on Earth and the crew was pulled to safetyFour astronauts have returned to Earth after becoming the first humans to fly to the moon in more than 50 years. Video / AFPWatch11 Apr 02:08 AM
New Zealand'Ruin the vibe': Move to install bright yellow warning signs in CBD street slammedThe newly revamped area was part of a multimillion‑dollar Auckland Council project.11 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday April 11, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday April 11, 2026. President Trump sends another warning to Iran. The Artemis II mission successfully touches down safely back on Earth.Watch11 Apr 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters' 'disavowed' comment and claims of political mischief laid bare in court rulingJudith Collins’ letter tied Winston Peters to a claim he later denied making.11 Apr 01:01 AM
New ZealandHungover teacher took bottle of cider to work, covertly drank while caring for pre-schoolersThe 'impulse decision' ended the Alexandra ECE teacher's 25-year career. 11 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandEducation 'gap': Trainer teaching children dog safety after spate of attacks 'It’s all about prevention and making everyday situations safer.'11 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'It happens constantly': Kerikeri businesses call for action on crime spreeAll Good Petfood owner Luanne Vacy-Lyle says police never followed up on CCTV footage.11 Apr 12:00 AM
