PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: In election year, Christopher Luxon plays it safeOPINION: The Prime Minister dialled down the ambition in his year-opener.19 Jan 03:10 AM
New Zealand'This is bizarre': TikTok video helps Coastguard track washed-up boat A TikTok viewer raised the alarm after spotting the stranded boaties' livestream.19 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandMan charged over alleged Arrowtown assault that left victim unconsciousThe victim needed hospital treatment for serious facial injuries.19 Jan 02:59 AM
New Zealand'We are in awe of Graham': How wrong turn left tramper lost for nearly three weeksGraham Garnett survived with injuries by following streams and ridges to the river.19 Jan 02:18 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which Nobel Peace Prize winner appeared in a Pizza Hut commercial?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.19 Jan 02:00 AM
New Zealand|Updated'The rain was absolutely deafening': Northland communities praised for resilience as more heavy rain loomsSome coastal settlements were hit by 340mm of rain in just five hours.19 Jan 01:21 AM
New ZealandThe Country: David Seymour on 2026 so farDavid Seymour, Grant McCallum, Mark de Lautour, Graeme Williams, and Phil Duncan. 19 Jan 01:15 AM
New ZealandCats kill millions of birds a year in New ZealandFeral and domestic cats are estimated to kill 100 million birds every year here.19 Jan 12:56 AM
PoliticsWatch: Luxon delivers state of the nation speech, wants National ministers to write new planning rulesLuxon acknowledged it had been a 'tough time' for Kiwi households and businesses. 19 Jan 12:36 AM
New ZealandWaioeka Gorge slips and chopper airliftTravellers through Waioeka Gorge on Friday got a close look as slips fell over the highway. Some people were airlifted out. Video / Fire and Emergency NZ | Joss RuifrokWatch19 Jan 12:21 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 19, 2026Afternoon Headlines | PM's State of the Nation speech and concerns over rock pool harvesting | Monday, January 19, 2026Watch18 Jan 11:46 PM
New ZealandSheep die as livestock trailer overturns, blocks stretch of SH2 near WairoaPolice were unable to confirm how many sheep had died.18 Jan 11:36 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Update: 19 - 22 JanuaryMetService Severe Weather Update: 19 - 22 January. Video / MetServiceWatch18 Jan 11:18 PM
New ZealandGovernment considering ban on rock pool harvesting in AucklandNgāti Manuhiri wants a two-year shellfish ban along Auckland's east coast.18 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandUnpacking the details of New Zealand's free trade deal with IndiaThe deal cuts tariffs on 95% of New Zealand exports, but dairy remains excluded.18 Jan 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Right place at the right time': How council worker and pilot stumbled across tramper feared deadThe 66-year-old vanished on December 30 and survived three weeks alone.18 Jan 10:30 PM
New ZealandFresh severe weather alerts for rain-soaked North Island as 'moist tropical wedge of air' lingersHeavy rain watches now cover Northland, Auckland, Great Barrier and Coromandel.18 Jan 10:26 PM
New ZealandMan dies in geothermal area in Rotorua in ‘water-related incident’Emergency services were called to Whakarewarewa last night at 9.40.18 Jan 10:16 PM
New ZealandRare white tūī delights Hawke’s Bay bird watcher in apricot tree visitThe bird was spotted by regular Hawke's Bay birdwatcher Ali Allen. 18 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon 2026 State of the Nation addressChristopher Luxon delivers his 2026 State of the Nation addressWatch18 Jan 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsGuy Body’s cartoons: January 1 - 31Our cartoonist Guy Body shares his view on current events.18 Jan 08:18 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.18 Jan 08:16 PM
New ZealandBack to school: How parents are cutting uniform costsParents are turning to second-hand shops and Facebook groups to cut uniform costs.18 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 19, 2026Morning Headlines | PM will give his State of the Nation speech | Monday, January 19, 2026.Watch18 Jan 07:47 PM
New ZealandLuxon signals possible Cabinet reshuffle as politicians retire, election date out 'very shortly' The Prime Minister has also made his first statement on Greenland.18 Jan 07:39 PM
New ZealandAbuse in Care: Police prosecuted fewer than 1 in 10 referred casesEight offenders have been convicted of dozens of assaults on 15 children.18 Jan 07:23 PM
New ZealandThree charged after violent, unprovoked assault on young people at partyThe seven people received a range of injuries, from minor bruising to a fractured skull.18 Jan 06:28 PM
New ZealandWatch Live: Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike HoskingWatch Live: Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike Hosking. Video / NewstalkZBWatch18 Jan 05:35 PM
New ZealandSummer hits the sweet spot: New late-night dessert bar serves 'thousands'Accommodation and tourism businesses are also seeing good numbers through the doors.18 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRebekah Armstrong: When the people of Iran ask you to stand with them, this is what they meanOPINION: Millions of Iranians are risking arrest, torture and death to defy their regime.18 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They will lose money': Kāinga Ora to sell land it bought for $70.4m in 2021The state housing agency faced claims it overpaid for the Ferncliffe Farm site.18 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Are we trading away human connection for late-night convenience?OPINION: Online shopping in New Zealand grew 5% in 2024, with eight million more buys.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In what athletics event is the world record 8.95 metres?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBack to school - UniformsBack to School - How parents are cutting uniform costs.Watch18 Jan 04:00 PM
