New ZealandPolice pursuits in Levin end with three in custody after crashPolice twice abandoned pursuits because of dangerous driving.24 Dec 03:30 AM
New ZealandChristmas at the zoo: No rest for the wildKeepers at Auckland Zoo spend Christmas Day giving animals extra treats and care.24 Dec 03:27 AM
AucklandFive assessed after ute crash leaves trail of wrecked carsThe crash brought parts of Auckland to a standstill.24 Dec 03:09 AM
New ZealandAll Black Tupou Vaa'i backs water safety campaign after brother's drowningTupou Vaa’i was just seven when he watched his brother Tevita drown. Video / Water Safety New ZealandWatch24 Dec 02:47 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, December 24, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Calls for UN reform as US does not pay its dues, and body found in search for missing rock fisher | Wednesday, December 24, 2025Watch24 Dec 02:24 AM
Wellington'Completely reckless and unacceptable': Boy racers hurl bottles, fireworks at policeThe convoy of about 200 cars descended on the capital last night.24 Dec 02:23 AM
New ZealandWhangārei road covered in alcohol after liquor store van crashThe crash scattered bottles and booze across Riverside Drive and blocked both lanes.24 Dec 02:14 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Who led the first successful expedition to the South Pole?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.24 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandHigh-flying families: Trio of private jets at airport ‘incredible’ for regionA family in Forbes Asia's top 25 list has chosen Hawke's Bay for a Christmas stay.24 Dec 01:38 AM
New ZealandUte collides with several vehiclesA multi-vehicle Christmas Eve crash involving a ute has blocked New North Road in Kingsland, Auckland.Watch24 Dec 01:09 AM
New ZealandTenant to pay $73k for 'severely damaged' property with human waste left 'on every surface'The property was also found to be meth-contaminated, and fires were set in the garage. 24 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandBoy left swimming for life as rescue helicopter call delayedPolice initially stood down the chopper crew minutes after it launched.24 Dec 12:43 AM
New ZealandOne dead after early morning house fire in New PlymouthPolice have taken over inquiries as investigators examine the scene.24 Dec 12:41 AM
New ZealandWatch: E-scooter rider clings to white line on risky commute over Akl Harbour BridgeThe dangerous ride, shared in a clip on Facebook, stunned drivers on the motorway.24 Dec 12:33 AM
New ZealandMan whose hillside home was scorched by fire faces wait to see damage inside'I’m just hoping it hasn’t gone through to the lounge area.'24 Dec 12:19 AM
New Zealand'Expect delays': Five injured in SH25 truck crash as holiday traffic ramps around NZStop-go controls are currently in place near the Waihou (Thames) River bridge. 24 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandSunny Christmas on the way for Bay of Plenty, rain set to crash Boxing DayDaytime highs on Christmas Day should sit in the mid-20s across the region.24 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandYoung Shortland Street actor sentenced for brutal road rage assaultIt was revealed in court that the actor had filmed the victim as he bled on the ground.23 Dec 11:54 PM
New ZealandThe rules if you’re working, or running a business, over the Christmas breakRetail workers have clear legal rights over Christmas and New Year.23 Dec 11:26 PM
New Zealand'TV3 is unwatchable': Viewers vent as glitch hits multiple channels, technicians work through nightViewers reported severe pixelation and audio issues during the 6pm news.23 Dec 11:11 PM
New Zealand‘Very long time coming’: Tauranga fire station rebuild finally moves aheadConstruction of Tauranga’s new fire station is expected to begin around May.23 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandEmails reveal Marlon Williams, Paul Goldsmith Treaty principles exchangeThe singer-songwriter first emailed the Treaty Negotiations Minister in December 2023.23 Dec 09:13 PM
New ZealandWairoa River mouth fix completed, spillway reaches ‘pivotal moment’'Their sacrifice will directly help to protect Wairoa’s future for generations to come.'23 Dec 09:13 PM
New ZealandWoman charged with helping murder-accused avoid arrestThe woman is accused of transporting and hiding the murder accused from police.23 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandGetting kids active: $1 for young people to get into public pools in HastingsNew free membership is open to Hastings residents aged 12 to 24.23 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandNew police commander for Eastern DistrictJoel Lamb is a former Southland Area Commander and acting Southern District Commander.23 Dec 08:51 PM
New ZealandOne injured after fire destroys home in ChristchurchA fire investigator is heading to the Mairehau scene this morning.23 Dec 08:35 PM
New Zealand‘She was so trusting’: Police dog Teo’s fight back after geothermal burnsTeo fell into 85C geothermal water while searching for missing man Jayleb-Che Dean.23 Dec 08:14 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay wildfire: Highway reopens, investigator to probe cause of destructive blazeStructures 'destroyed' after a bus reportedly caught fire at the bottom of a hill.23 Dec 08:12 PM
New ZealandWhangārei mum evicted from transitional housing weeks before ChristmasThe woman alleges another housing provider shunned her after comments by Sallies.23 Dec 08:06 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 22 - 28Rod Emmerson's take on the week.23 Dec 07:38 PM
New ZealandNurse’s autistic son could face deportation after Immigration NZ rejects visaA Section 61 bid is now the family’s last hope to restore Aidhan’s lawful stay.23 Dec 07:36 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, December 24, 2025Morning Headlines | Plea for calm on last day of Christmas shopping and some meat prices up 25% within a year | Wednesday, December 24, 2025Watch23 Dec 07:01 PM
New Zealand'True legend': Horse community mourns polo player who died in accident during matchThe Whanganui 88-year-old died when a horse knocked him to the ground.23 Dec 07:00 PM
