LiveNew Zealand'Please look out': Residents warned to prepare ahead of incoming tropical low A precautionary State of Emergency has already been declared for Whangārei.20 Jan 04:46 AM
New ZealandMedication mix-up: Endometriosis patient given antidepressant, left seriously illThe pharmacy's dispensing error was a 'significant incident', the HDC found.20 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandBeach days ahead: Summer isn't over despite thunderstorms, floodingRecent flooding in Northland means saturated ground may worsen new flooding.20 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandCape Brett hut airlift and slips force DoC closures in peak summer periodNine trampers paid for their own rescue flight after slips cut off Cape Brett.20 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, thunderstorms and flooding: Where is summer?Niwa principal scientist, Chris Brandolino is with us to take us through what to expect, and when we might be able to put the sheets on the line.Watch20 Jan 03:44 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSeymour says Epsom residents ‘not anti-intensification' but question tall buildings over their pools He says it's become a 'highly politicised' issue, which he acknowledges contributing to.20 Jan 03:38 AM
New Zealand'It got worse': Swiss tourist family rescued by chopper from slips leave camper van behindMaja Hugli’s family were trapped for two days at Manganuku camp.20 Jan 03:06 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle rebuild: Dartmoor bridge work to begin, Rissington bridge pier piling complete New single-lane Dartmoor Bridge will measure 104m and be built immediately downstream. 20 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly popular': Northland mourns much-loved teacher and sportsmanHarry Darkins taught in Whangārei for 14 years and recently moved to Auckland to teach.20 Jan 02:09 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What was Scott Robertson's winning percentage as All Blacks coach?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.20 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandSingle-vehicle smash: Driver in serious condition after Hastings road closureOne driver in a serious condition has been taken to Hawke's Bay Hospital.20 Jan 01:50 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather warning: January 20-21MetService severe weather warning: January 20-21. Video / MetServiceWatch20 Jan 01:38 AM
New ZealandBadly managed 20yo in care home gained 20kg in six months, then diedIt was found that the care given to the man 'severely departed' from accepted standards. 20 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandOnehunga shooting: Police seize getaway van after shots fired through front doorShots were fired through the closed front door before a group fled in the van.20 Jan 12:53 AM
New ZealandNZ agencies have eye on ‘largest solar radiation storm in more than 20 years’Nema says the storm reached New Zealand on Tuesday morning without major impact.20 Jan 12:53 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Why this economist says 2026 will be better than 2025Cameron Bagrie, Dominic Jones, Tom Young, Jo Luxton and Tom Martin feature on the show.20 Jan 12:52 AM
New ZealandHow parents’ ultimatum convinced Kiwi broadcaster to end Olympic dream'We don’t want you to do this any more. You've got so much more life ahead of you.'20 Jan 12:45 AM
AucklandBody found on rocks at Long Bay Beach referred to coronerPolice were called to the North Shore beach at 3.50pm yesterday.20 Jan 12:31 AM
New ZealandInvercargill councillors reject claims they failed former Mayor Tim ShadboltFormer Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark disputes claims made by Shadbolt's partner.19 Jan 11:37 PM
New ZealandYellow leggings helped Tolaga Bay cray fishermen survive capsizeThe men clung to two empty fuel tanks for seven hours.19 Jan 10:58 PM
New Zealand'Very important tool': Hornet tracking technology proving effectiveSmall radio trackers imported from the Netherlands help find queens, workers and nests.19 Jan 10:54 PM
New ZealandHamilton sprintcar champion’s secret to rare double titleHamilton driver Daniel Thomas claimed his second New Zealand sprintcar title in Cromwell.19 Jan 10:41 PM
New Zealand'Quick and durable death': Street poster pioneer terminally ill, weighs up assisted dyingThe former Exponents manager helped build Christchurch's live music scene.19 Jan 10:08 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay swaps hot start for cool, damp weekHeavy rain and strong winds are possible, but no thunderstorm risks are in place for HB.19 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi psychologist arrested over child sex material after FBI sting on professionalsJeremy Tacon was allegedly identified after an FBI agent posed as a child sex predator.19 Jan 09:49 PM
New ZealandBraddick shines in big shearing weekendEketahuna shearer Hemi Braddick is closer to world champs after his first national win.19 Jan 09:45 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain and severe gales lash Auckland, Northland and CoromandelHundreds without power as heavy rain and severe gales lash Auckland, Northland and Coromandel.Watch19 Jan 09:24 PM
New Zealand'Much needed' $50m new mental health unit to open by mid-yearA health service provider says the extra beds still fall short of current demand.19 Jan 09:17 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.19 Jan 08:18 PM
New ZealandParents juggle school device costs and screen time safety risksResearchers now warn Kiwi children's digital skills are declining, despite heavy use.19 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandStan Walker to headline NRL All Stars double-header in HamiltonThe All Stars double-header returns to New Zealand for only the second time.19 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandCan cattle use tools? A brown cow shows howVeronika's flexible, multi-purpose tool use has previously been seen only in apes.19 Jan 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsDaron Parton’s cartoons: January 1 - 31Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.19 Jan 07:46 PM
New Zealand10-year-old in Porirua celebrates NCEA and Cambridge success The Porirua Year 6 student sat NCEA exams usually taken by teenagers.19 Jan 07:25 PM
