New ZealandThe Country: Shane Jones on Sam Neill and miningOn today: Chris Brandolino, Shane Jones, Geoff Crawford, Andrew Murray, and Jen Corkran. 21 Jan 12:58 AM
LiveNew ZealandMan missing after car swept down river north of Auckland, state of emergency declared in Northland and CoromandelNorthland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty and Gisborne are under red heavy rain warnings.21 Jan 12:53 AM
New Zealand|Updated'Doubly doubly dangerous': Tauranga beaches 'red flagged' during heavy rain warningStay off the beaches and stay out of the water, lifeguard says.21 Jan 12:45 AM
Wellington|UpdatedLabour MP reveals political future after abolition of his Ōhāriu electorateThe MP has been considering his future after losing his seat in boundary changes.21 Jan 12:29 AM
New ZealandRoads closed by floodwater near WhitiangaPaddocks and roads on the outskirts of Whitianga are awash with floodwaters blocking passage around Coromandel. Video / Olivia MooreWatch21 Jan 12:18 AM
LivePoliticsWatch: Luxon confirms 2026 election date, rules out two parties from coalition considerationSetting the election date is one of the few powers that is reserved solely to the PM.21 Jan 12:06 AM
New ZealandThe only Kiwi uni to crack the world's top 100 - and it did it twiceAuckland Uni among the world's best universities, but report shows NZ has work to do.21 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandSevere weather update with Heather KeatsRed heavy rain warnings are issued for Northland, Coromandel Peninsula, Bay of Plenty, Rotorua and Northern Gisborne until Thursday afternoon. Video / Alyse WrightWatch20 Jan 11:58 PM
New ZealandPassenger's near-death escape as car dragged down swollen Warkworth river, driver missingPart of Falls Rd is closed with emergency services in attendance.20 Jan 11:40 PM
PoliticsCould Auckland house prices crash another 10%? Housing Minister won't sayNational MPs aren't sure what they want the Auckland housing market to do.20 Jan 11:27 PM
PoliticsFirst major donation of election year goes to minor party The donor has previously made large donations to both Labour and the Greens. 20 Jan 11:26 PM
New ZealandAttempt to open Wairoa River bar in new location; heavy rain warning for Hawke’s BayPrecautions are being taken as Hawke's Bay is placed under a heavy rain warning.20 Jan 11:23 PM
New ZealandFamilies’ lucky escape as flash flood tears through Northland campground tentsWater surged through the creekside campsite in just 11 minutes.20 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandMan missing after car swept down Auckland riverA man is missing after he was washed away while trying to cross the Mahurangi River, north of Auckland. Video / Jason DordayWatch20 Jan 10:55 PM
CrimeSix people now charged after Mt Wellington fatal stabbingTwo were arrested last month. Since then, four others have been accused of lesser charges.20 Jan 10:49 PM
New ZealandFinn Allen hammers record-breaking sixes as Perth reach Big Bash finalNo player has ever hit more sixes in Australia's league than the Kiwi opener. Video / Sky SportWatch20 Jan 10:42 PM
New Zealand|Updated'The whole place lit up': Kiwi women set new shearing world recordRose Lewis, Missy Te Whata, Te Atakura Crawford, and Pagan Rimene set a new world record.20 Jan 09:34 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Chris Hipkins speaks to mediaChris Hipkins speaks to the media from the Labour's away caucus.Watch20 Jan 09:15 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon announces election dateChristopher Luxon speaks to the media at the National Party caucus retreatWatch20 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandRed heavy rain warnings issued for parts of North IslandTropical storm to hammer North Island with 250mm rain as state of emergency declared in Whangārei. Video / NZ HeraldWatch20 Jan 08:39 PM
New ZealandPrices edge higher in latest GDT auctionThis follows a strong 6.3% jump in the first auction of the year two weeks ago.20 Jan 08:19 PM
New ZealandNew chief executive signals fresh start as Toi Ohomai regains independenceToi Ohomai returned to local decision making on January 1.20 Jan 08:17 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.20 Jan 08:13 PM
PoliticsWhy David Seymour’s summer break included a meeting with Argentina’s President and his gold-plated chainsawThe Act leader was met with heavy scepticism when he turned up at the President's gates.20 Jan 08:00 PM
EducationLeftovers, sandwiches or sushi? The dos and don'ts of school lunchboxesUltra-processed snacks are linked with low mood, anxiety and depression in kids.20 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandRisky title shot could launch Masson into world contentionKarim Maatalla has knocked out all 11 of his opponents in his victories.20 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandBack to school - School lunchesBack to school: What should go in your child’s lunchbox - and what shouldn’t.Watch20 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Unnecessary level of violence': 16yo charged after shop worker stabbed in Pokémon card theftThe employee was taken to hospital with moderate injuries.20 Jan 07:37 PM
New ZealandKiwi doctor branded a 'rapist', 'convicted paedophile' despite cleared conviction two decades agoOver the past week, posts have been rampant on social media about the GP.20 Jan 07:35 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 19 - 25Rod Emmerson's take on the week.20 Jan 07:22 PM
PoliticsFormer Speaker the first MP to confirm retirement ahead of 2026 electionThe 64-year-old former Speaker will step down on Waitangi Day.20 Jan 07:19 PM
New ZealandMassive solar storm fires up aurora in New Zealand skiesSpace weather monitors recorded a strong Kp8 geomagnetic disturbance.20 Jan 07:13 PM
Politics'Win back the country's biggest city': Hipkins set for first speech of election yearThe Labour Party is holding its annual caucus retreat in Auckland today.20 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 21, 2026Morning Headlines | More heavy rain on the way and Canadian PM's warning at World Economic Forum | Wednesday, January 21, 2026Watch20 Jan 06:14 PM
