New ZealandMeth-crazed fraudster fires shots into family's home, narrowly missing mother with babyPashion Ramsay would show fake proof that she had paid for vehicles.23 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Not yet under control': 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 05:14 AM
New ZealandPest fish threat: Officials warn Lake Karāpiro perch here to stayFive adult redfin perch were later found in nearby Lake Horohoro.23 Dec 05:00 AM
CrimeCompulsory treatment order enforced in case of woman who kept dead partner's body, with shrineShe was found not guilty by reason of insanity after keeping her dead partner at home.23 Dec 05:00 AM
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 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
