New ZealandDouble homicide probe launched, victims found dead at rural propertyHeightened police presence in Ruatiti area as scene examination expected to take days.13 Dec 09:03 AM
New ZealandIt's a rollover: No big-ticket winners in tonight's $4m Lotto Powerball drawIt comes weeks after a record-breaking $55m Lotto draw.13 Dec 07:38 AM
New ZealandFire rips through Queenstown golf course clubhouse and shopThe blaze is thought to have begun in a workshop before engulfing the site.13 Dec 07:26 AM
Wellington'A bit puffy': Woman unknowingly pushed through heart attack symptoms to finish scenic hikeJoan Whincup didn't realise she was battling a heart attack as she walked up a hill.13 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandPolice officer commended for bravery after rescuing family during Cyclone GabrielleDetective Sergeant Heath Jones waded through chest-high floodwaters to reach victims.13 Dec 05:56 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Pretty nasty' - Firefighters battle raging North Shore house blazeResidents are urged to close windows and the wider public are asked to avoid the area.13 Dec 05:46 AM
New ZealandLarge house fire in Glenfield on Auckland’s North Shore5 crews are currently battling the blaze. Video / SuppliedWatch13 Dec 05:37 AM
CrimeInmate who shot stranger in the head has jail time extended after cocaine smuggled insideRussell Toleafoa tried to smuggle cocaine and other drugs into Pāremoremo prison.13 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandPerson airlifted in serious condition after crash between car and cyclist on Chch routeSH75 Christchurch Akaroa Rd on Banks Peninsula was closed but has since reopened. 13 Dec 04:41 AM
New ZealandAerial fire truck failure on busy Akl waterfront sparks warning over ageing fleetThe high-reach ladder truck failed at Silo Park, leaking transmission fluid.13 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Maybe make a back-up plan': Forecasters eye up Christmas weatherRain is on the way next week, but what will the skies look like on Xmas Day?13 Dec 03:02 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the term for a baby rabbit?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.13 Dec 02:58 AM
New ZealandAvatar: Fire and Ash cast reminisce about filming in New ZealandChief Lifestyle & Entertainment Reporter Jenni Mortimer talks to Sam Worthington, Cliff Curtis and Jack Champion about their experience filming Avatar: Fire and Ash in New Zealand.Watch13 Dec 02:05 AM
New ZealandYoung person escapes youth justice facilityThe youth left Te Puna Wai o Tuhinapo in Selwyn on Saturday morning.13 Dec 01:43 AM
New ZealandMan claims he was discriminated against when woman he dated cancelled his job interviewHis interview was terminated when the interviewer realised she'd briefly dated him.13 Dec 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredible level of demand': Ikea scrambles to fix order and payment issuesClick and collect and some delivery services are temporarily unavailable.12 Dec 11:48 PM
New ZealandBoy, 12, honoured for bravery after saving dad in two-hour knife attackThe 12-year-old is the third youngest ever to receive this bravery honour.12 Dec 11:28 PM
New Zealand‘Walking on eggshells’: Woman abused, strangled by police officer husband to be paid $58kThe officer married the woman after meeting her when he oversaw her police complaint.12 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Thought he was a man of integrity': Police Minister Mark Mitchell on Coster, McSkimmingHe says 36 emails on Jevon McSkimming were diverted from his office without his knowledge.12 Dec 10:51 PM
New Zealand'Horrific scenes': Kiwi harness racing driver seriously injured in fallThe seat on the rider's cart appeared to collapse, tipping him on to the track.12 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandInterislander ferry to resume sailings after 'technical issue' in Cook StraitThe ferry was forced to turn back to Wellington mid-sailing yesterday.12 Dec 09:34 PM
New Zealand'Very happy people': Hamilton street wins fight to stop child sex offender moving inCorrections dropped the Hamilton East address after complaints from locals.12 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandMotorbike rider dies in Far North crashThe single-vehicle crash took place near Victoria Valley Rd just before 8.50pm yesterday.12 Dec 08:42 PM
Auckland'Strong anger': Ex-Cabinet minister warns Auckland housing plan could cost Nats votesPlan Change 120 would enable up to two million homes across Auckland suburbs.12 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: Why NZ and Australia should push back on Trump’s intrusive visa rulesOPINION: US border staff could soon demand five years of your social media history.12 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandMan’s death in crashed van treated as homicide, police seek witnessesPolice want to hear from anyone who was on Ford Rd between 8pm and 8.45pm yesterday.12 Dec 07:13 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday December 13, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday December 13, 2025. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Dec 07:07 PM
New ZealandDoC tracks Muriwai gannets to map bird flu risk The tracking will run until 2026, when the birds moult their tail feathers.12 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandSkylid concrete artwork is new entrance to Waitematā StationThe plaza will open in February, with the City Rail Link due to finish late next year.12 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s twin cities record hottest spring in 135 years - experts warn of ‘new normal’Temperatures in Hawke’s Bay, like most of the country, have been 'well above average'.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Constant confusion': Calls grow for Napier traffic light fix after cyclist injuredResidents say the lights, a gateway to the Hawke's Bay Expressway, feel like 'chaos'.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'This plane will save lives': Hawke's Bay gets new $5m air ambulanceThe new plane will transport hundreds of patients each year, and also support Wairoa.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandTenants move from nine homes as Kāinga Ora investigates 'weathertightness issues'Remediation, redevelopment or sale of the properties is being considered.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I can make the world shimmer': The house with 25 years of wondrous Christmas lightsMark Williams on why he creates a 'miniature Disneyland' every festive season.12 Dec 05:00 PM
