New ZealandSome parts of the country still being hit harder by rising premiumsThe average house insurance quote has risen almost twice as fast in one region.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: National's Nicola Willis challenged which former Finance Minister to a debate last week?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We don’t do Christmas anymore': Parents' heartbreak after 18yo's crash deathA coroner found he was sleep-deprived and probably fell asleep at the wheel.14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Gamified shopping apps fuel impulsive Christmas spending and junk giftsOPINION: It's the thought that counts. Bring back thoughtful gifting this Christmas. 14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyNo reprieve for Willis expected from Treasury forecasts, as return to surplus in questionThe return to surplus may be pushed out again.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRoadside drug-testing starts today – what you need to knowThe police will launch the new testing criteria from today across the Wellington region.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: A very cavy Christmas: guinea pigs compete for glory!Reporter Asia meets some of the cutest (and most competitive) cavy’s in the country! From festive outfits to grass-eating showdowns, see what it takes to be a winning guinea pig!Watch14 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeYoung actor from Shortland Street breaks man’s eye socked in brutal assault, flees in luxury SUVBrooklyn Nathan's attack left a man needing surgery and with debilitating double vision.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Renew now before rush': Minister warns Kiwis to check passports as 1.3 million near expiry date Some countries need at least six months' passport validity on arrival.14 Dec 04:00 PM
AucklandStanley Bay School principal on leave after teacher complaint letterThe Herald understands all 14 staff backed a letter warning they were at 'breaking point'.14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: How a turbulent 2025 set the stage for investors’ moves in 2026OPINION: World shares swung from a 16.3% slump to a 35% surge, ending 2025 strongly.14 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Moment 'genuine hero' beach bystander single-handedly strips gunman of loaded weapon The brave man was praised by the New South Wales premier for his selfless act. 14 Dec 12:37 PM
New Zealand'Ash falling around house': Choppers, 14 crews tackle large wildfire Residents near forest blaze are ready to leave if it starts to threaten their homes.14 Dec 07:42 AM
AirlinesAgreement reached: Air NZ cabin crew scrap pre-Christmas strike actionThe deal covers short-haul cabin crew on domestic, Tasman and Pacific routes.14 Dec 07:42 AM
New ZealandLarge vegetation fire breaks out near Parikino, WhanganuiMultiple crews have been called to a vegetation fire near Parikino in Whanganui. Video / Joni FrancineWatch14 Dec 07:35 AM
New ZealandWatch: The moment sports star stopped at Australian border, detained for 8 hours then sent packingThe former Kiwis international posted about his failed attempt to travel across the Ditch.14 Dec 06:42 AM
New ZealandHundreds evacuate CostcoHundreds evacuate Costco after fire alarm is set off. Video / NZ HeraldWatch14 Dec 06:35 AM
New ZealandOne person flown to hospital after water-related incident at Raglan beach The person was flown to Waikato Hospital for treatment in late afternoon emergency.14 Dec 06:05 AM
CrimeBus driver quits, another strangled: 501 jailed for attacks during psychotic meth spiralDuring one attack, Carl Leu said he was hearing voices and thought he was trapped.14 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly painful': Hamilton Zoo forced to put down three animals, including 23-year-old giraffeThe past week has been filled with heartbreak for zookeepers tending the animals.14 Dec 05:49 AM
New ZealandPerson dead after single-vehicle crash in MatauraThe death will be referred to the coroner.14 Dec 05:17 AM
New ZealandThird homicide probe launched in three days after man's body found in Tauranga property Emergency services were called to the Fraser St address at about 11.40am.14 Dec 03:36 AM
New Zealand18-hour deluge: Heavy rain to fall across parts of south, 120km/h destructive gales to batter partsMetService has issued more than half a dozen weather alerts ahead of the incoming storm.14 Dec 03:36 AM
New ZealandFormer Kiwis star Manu Vatuvei deported from AustraliaFormer NZ Warriors star Manu Vatuvei was detained and deported while trying to enter Australia. Video / @manuvatuveiWatch14 Dec 02:44 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which company developed the AI chatbot Claude?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.14 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Come forward': Mum's plea after teen boy 'traumatised' in Auckland hit-and-runThe teen's mother wanted to thank members of the public who helped after the incident.14 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandGeminids meteor shower: Best time to see it in New Zealand skiesThe Geminids come from debris left by the 3200 Phaethon asteroid.14 Dec 01:35 AM
Boxing'Last six weeks have been hell': David Nyika's emotional message after winNyika and fiancée Lexy Thornberry recently announced she had been diagnosed with cancer.14 Dec 01:31 AM
AucklandBlaze destroys tetraplegic's accessible home, medical gear days before ChristmasThe adjoining disability homes on Auckland's North Shore housed up to 12 people.14 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandSurf’s up: Matakana kids riding high with gear from Bay BoardridersThe donation includes boards, wetsuits and vests for juniors through to adults.13 Dec 11:57 PM
New ZealandBeach Haven resident reflects on fire that destroyed her houseKaryn Tuapawa at the scene of a fire at her home in Beach Haven, Auckland, New Zealand on December 14, 2025. Video / Jason OxenhamWatch13 Dec 11:35 PM
New ZealandDai Henwood talks comedy and the latest on his health with Newstalk ZB's Francesca RudkinNew Zealand comedian Dai Henwood talks his role in the Best Foods Comedy Gala, how his comedy has changed and the latest on his health with Newstalk ZB's Francesca Rudkin.Watch13 Dec 10:30 PM
CrimeMan who met woman while dressed as The Joker before raping her to have ongoing supervisionNathaniel Mahoney was dressed as The Joker at an expo when he met a woman and raped her.13 Dec 10:15 PM
New ZealandMillion-dollar Lotto win in Waikato as Christmas promo adds $6m in prizesAn Auckland player also won $400,000 on Strike Four. 13 Dec 08:39 PM
