New ZealandSliver of reception saves trio after river tubing trip goes badly wrongThe men set off late in the day on inner tubes in only light clothing.23 Dec 04:06 AM
New ZealandLifesaving tech: Rescue helicopter seeks new night‑vision goggles fundingThe upgraded goggles give clearer views of ridgelines, trees and low cloud.23 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Rare and serious': Rear seatbelt failure sparks voluntary Suzuki Fronx safety recallSales of the Suzuki Fronx in New Zealand have been halted while fixes are sought.23 Dec 03:49 AM
New ZealandFour 'people of interest' arrested in Bill Maangi homicide inquiryFour arrests made by police as part of ongoing Gisborne homicide inquiry. 23 Dec 02:54 AM
New Zealand'Massive boost': Frankton Golf Centre swings back into summer after devastating fireEight of the Queenstown site's 10 driving range bays and the putting green reopened today.23 Dec 02:35 AM
CrimePolice name man killed in Hamilton homicide as 55-year-old, seek Subaru sightingsResidents say they heard gunshots in a street they describe as usually quiet.23 Dec 02:22 AM
New ZealandChristopher Nolan's The Odyssey first trailerThe first official trailer for Christopher Nolan's screen adaptation of Greek epic The Odyssey has been released. Video / Universal StudiosWatch23 Dec 02:07 AM
New Zealand|Updated'Structures destroyed': One taken to hospital as firefighters fight to control hillside blazeStructures have been 'destroyed' after a bus caught fire below the hill, witnesses say.23 Dec 02:01 AM
New ZealandHook a feed, not a fine: Free app keeps summer fishers within the rulesIt updates closures, gear restrictions and biotoxin alerts for your trip.23 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What was New York City's original name?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.23 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandNorth Shore teens allegedly threatened at knifepoint in roadside e-bike robberyPolice say a man pulled a knife and pushed a teen off the e-bike in Belmont.23 Dec 01:14 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, December 23, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Labour silent on India trade deal and fireworks ban at Coromandel Peninsula | Tuesday, December 23, 2025Watch23 Dec 01:05 AM
New ZealandRāhui in place after death on beach north of NapierPolice were called to the stretch of coastline about 2.30pm on Monday.23 Dec 01:04 AM
New ZealandCoastguard's lifejacket warning after good Samaritan act nearly costs boatie everythingFive people ended up in Lake Rotoiti without lifejackets after a tow went wrong.23 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeof Mortlock: NZ needs to do more to promote early prostate cancer detection OPINION: We’re falling behind many countries - and men are paying a fatal price.23 Dec 12:41 AM
New ZealandChristmas cracker: Forecast firms up and Hawke’s Bay is set to sizzleChristmas Day highs will peak at or near 30C across Napier, Hastings and Wairoa.23 Dec 12:32 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Xmas food costs lay bare the true price of supermarket powerOPINION: Consumers are dreaming of an affordable Xmas – and 2026 is an election year.23 Dec 12:21 AM
New ZealandMeasles cases rise to 35 as three new infections confirmedThe three new cases bring the national measles total to 35.23 Dec 12:13 AM
New ZealandWatch: The moment a jetboat swerves, averts collision with kayaker in full flight at Huka Falls The kayaker praised the Hukafalls Jet Taupō skipper for swerving in time.23 Dec 12:07 AM
New ZealandArthur’s Pass mail stoush leaves hikers without vital gear, police now involvedPolice intervened after 47 parcels were held in Arthur's Pass for weeks.23 Dec 12:05 AM
New ZealandMetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 26 DecemberMetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 26 December. Video / MetServiceWatch22 Dec 11:24 PM
New Zealand'I'm hacked off': Northland food vlogger targets grocery duopolyThe Mumma's Kitchen host filmed price checks across Europe to prove her point.22 Dec 11:19 PM
Banking and financeFMA names Steven Bardy deputy chair as MBIE probe into chair continuesThe appointment comes as FMA chair Craig Stobo is under investigation.22 Dec 11:18 PM
CrimeDriver arrested after joining police convoy in Commodore with flashing blue and red lightsPolice also found meth and a 3D-printed gun in the man's car. 22 Dec 11:09 PM
New ZealandJetboat and kayaker narrowly avoid collision at Huka FallsKayaker Dan Munroe said he was "very lucky" and put no blame on the jet boat.Watch22 Dec 11:06 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'Crazy enough' - Passionate 13-year-old cyclist rides from Cape Reinga to BluffShe’ll spend Christmas on the road with her dad, carrying all their gear themselves. 22 Dec 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrink spiking fears on the rise: 'Everyone seems to know someone'Young victims speak about their experiences while on the town in Christchurch.22 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandMonth-long fireworks ban announced in holiday hotspots, starting nowThe moratorium covers private fireworks, but approved public New Year displays stay on.22 Dec 10:50 PM
New Zealand'Traffic is moving, but very slowly': Car in water near Turret Rd bridgeThe driver of the vehicle was taken to Tauranga Hospital.22 Dec 09:57 PM
New ZealandDive squad joins search for missing rock fisher missing in water off Coromandel coastOne person made it to shore and raised the alarm that a companion was missing.22 Dec 09:24 PM
New Zealand'We’re a bit gutted': Whanganui backcountry hut destroyed in mystery fireFire and Emergency NZ investigators could not work out how Pouri Hut burned to the ground.22 Dec 09:05 PM
New ZealandBusiness manager dies in crash on way to see clientCEO says Toby Broomhall led by example, with 'dedication, commitment and humour'.22 Dec 08:44 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, December 23, 2025Morning Headlines | Australia proposes hate speech laws, India trade agreement finalised and public urged to watch for yellow legged hornets | Tuesday, December 23, 2025Watch22 Dec 08:33 PM
New Zealand‘One spark’: Fireworks ban in Coromandel after scrub blazesTwo recent Coromandel scrub fires have already been linked to fireworks.22 Dec 08:32 PM
