New ZealandBalancing children’s voices: Inside the hard calls of the Family CourtJudge: 'I have to plant you somewhere where you will be safe, where you will be loved.'18 Jan 12:00 AM
AucklandPolice investigating suspicious blaze at Auckland homeOne person had to be rescued from the house by emergency responders.17 Jan 11:50 PM
New ZealandWidespread damage across Northland after torrential rain leaves region floodedA farmer said this morning's flooding is the worst he's seen in 60 years.17 Jan 11:23 PM
AucklandWatch: Paraglider opens new route over South Island main divide in marathon flightHe first flew from Coronet Peak to Whataroa, crossing near Haast Pass.17 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Stronger together': Pāpāmoa Neighbourhood Support seeks new membersThere are areas with no street coverage and a co-ordinator with an 'impossible' workload.17 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Island Main Divide crossed in paraglider flightPilot Benjamin Kellet flew from Queenstown to Whataroa in a 10-and-a-half-hour journey covering 230km.Watch17 Jan 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNew law targeting the worst offenders barely usedThe Herald reveals the number of times a first strike has been used in the first 5 months.17 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Flooding in Northland, Trump applies Greenland tariff pressureNZ Herald Morning News Update | Flooding in Northland, Trump applies Greenland tariff pressure, Tamaki denied access to Harbour Bridge for Destiny Church march. Video / NZ HeraldWatch17 Jan 08:45 PM
New Zealand'Significant flooding': Townships cut off, power out and homes underwater in NorthlandA Parua Bay resident said the flooding is worse than when Cyclone Gabrielle hit.17 Jan 08:25 PM
New ZealandPedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in NorthlandThe incident happened just after midnight.17 Jan 08:18 PM
New ZealandBack-to-school squeeze: From 'donations' to devices, parents count the costBack-to-school help is available for low-income families through Work and Income.17 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandWarning after sewage leak into Wellington harbourPartially treated wastewater was released into the ocean after a mechanical failure.17 Jan 07:41 PM
New ZealandHelena Bay hit by heavy rain, flooding overnight in NorthlandHelena Bay has been hit hard by heavy rain overnight in Northland. Video / Liv PatuWatch17 Jan 07:19 PM
New Zealand'There's a nuance to Ben': Sister defends long court history of man killed at Waitārere BeachBen Timmins had drugs and firearms convictions and several employment disputes.17 Jan 05:05 PM
New Zealand‘A shrine in the middle of nowhere’: Blue hillside of statues gets green lightA council commissioner found the 4.5m statues had more than minor impacts.17 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Disappeared overnight': Shoppers mystified as H&M vanishes from mallInside why the Tauranga store closed, and the two well-known brands that will replace it.17 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow three fashionable farmers built a stylish rural lifeThe family’s Mystery Creek block now hosts two home businesses and three houses.17 Jan 04:01 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Why every gardener needs a trugOPINION: What on earth is a trug? Plus, a couple of recipes for January produce.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHistoric blazes: When four rural homesteads went up in flamesMajor James Armstrong’s 22-room Glengarry homestead was lost in minutes.17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Where are the people against the Iranian regime?OPINION: Are some of our protected trees actually a fire risk?17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What element is known as 'aurum' in Latin?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside the 1990s Nazi war crimes probe that drew in New Zealand policeTwo Kiwi officers joined a rare worldwide hunt for suspected Nazi killers.17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSpies release Rainbow Warrior papersDocuments show how NZSIS helped crack the case against France - and what might have been.17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuHome detention vs prison: How much we really spend to keep offenders locked inNew figures show sentenced inmate numbers rose to 5761 in September 2025.17 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Happy Old Year! Why we should party like it's 1995OPINION: After cheery slogans such as 'Survive till 25', do we actually need a New Year?17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBack to school - Counting the CostBack to school costs: The real price of your child’s educationWatch17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAI 'Bush Legend' wildlife star fronted by fake Aboriginal man based in New ZealandThe AI 'Bush Legend' account has more than 211,000 followers online.17 Jan 08:15 AM
New ZealandBrian Tamaki tells supporters to rally despite failed bid to march Harbour BridgePolice and NZTA have refused permission for the Tamaki-led march over the Harbour Bridge.17 Jan 07:54 AM
New ZealandOne hospitalised after water-related activity at Red BeachEmergency services were also called to Kai Iwi Lakes, Northland, about an hour later.17 Jan 07:23 AM
New ZealandAuckland bus attack: Police seek witnesses after passenger injured in OnehungaThe attack comes after several violent incidents on Auckland buses recently.17 Jan 07:16 AM
New ZealandLotto numbers revealed: Are you NZ's newest millionaire?$4 million jackpot up for grabs after one lucky player won $10 million on Wednesday.17 Jan 07:05 AM
New ZealandJudge accused over NZ First event may call Chief District Court judgeJudge Ema Aitken faces a judicial conduct panel over her actions in 2024.17 Jan 06:23 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWinston Peters’ global gifts: From Mongolian horse to Hillary-signed noteHis viral cowboy-themed campaign ad sparked a wave of horse gifts abroad.17 Jan 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsForeign Minister Winston Peters shares some of his favourite giftsOne of the more unusual gifts Foreign Minister Winston Peters has received is a horse, which he named Stamina. Video / Mark MitchellWatch17 Jan 06:00 AM
