New ZealandThames-Coromandel moves to restricted fire seasonThe restricted season covers the entire Thames-Coromandel district.15 Dec 07:23 PM
AucklandMan dies nearly two weeks after pre-dawn crash on Auckland motorwayThe man succumbed to his injuries in hospital overnight.15 Dec 07:19 PM
Herald NOW'Fush and chups': Surprising new research on the evolution of the NZ accentLinguist Brooke Ross joins Herald NOW to discuss the evolution of the New Zealand accent.Watch15 Dec 07:19 PM
New ZealandDarts player Cameron Menzies cuts hand after punching table three timesThe Scotsman lost his temper following first-round defeat by debutant Charlie Manby in World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace. Video Sky SportWatch15 Dec 07:14 PM
Herald NOWHipkins on his biggest mistakes: we were trying to do too many thingsLabour Leader Chris Hipkins joins Herald NOW for his final weekly spot of 2025.Watch15 Dec 07:04 PM
New ZealandWaiinu Beach fire: Residents on standby to evacuate as crews battle blazeSmoke and ash are forcing people to stay inside with windows and vents shut.15 Dec 06:57 PM
Herald NOWNew Zealand Jewish Community "shocked but not surprised" by Bondi terror attackJuliet Moses tells Michael Morrah she's shocked and disgusted, but not completely surprised.Watch15 Dec 06:50 PM
Herald NOW'Bondi Terror Attack: 'Australia is rallying together'Channel 10 reporter Emma Olsen with the latest following the Bondi terror attack.Watch15 Dec 06:39 PM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday December 16, 2025Morning Headlines | Jewish council urges leaders to reflect, warning over alpine dangers and Rob Reiner’s son in custody | Tuesday December 16, 2025Watch15 Dec 06:27 PM
New ZealandHamilton sailor back for Christmas after 307 days at sea with HMNZS AotearoaAmra-Maree Simek has served on three Navy ships since joining in 2020.15 Dec 06:00 PM
Herald NOWMetService severe weather warning: 16 DecemberMetService severe weather warning: 16 December. Video / MetServiceWatch15 Dec 05:46 PM
New Zealand'Who has a spare $4000?' Seven streets must choose between chipseal and a big billAbout 435 Pāpāmoa households on asphalt streets invited to choose - with a tight deadline.15 Dec 05:05 PM
New ZealandFrom Cairns to Napier – a new coach for the HawksWill Lopez gets the nod as the Hawks recruit another coach from the Australian NBL.15 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionFaster, cheaper … but better? The devil in the resource management reform detailOPINION: More permissive zoning may speed building yet weaken local voices and iwi rights.15 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks to the Herald for ChristmasChristopher Luxon says he'll give his coalition partners a break from each other for Christmas. Video / Mark MitchellWatch15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move inDaytime highs will plunge, with some towns reaching only 16C on Wednesday.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: 'Regulatory relief' inclusion allows compo claims from councils OPINION: Ratepayers face risk over RMA changes. 15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWife killer seeking parole says he 'will become a very law-abiding person'Nai Yin Xue strangled his wife, then abandoned their daughter at a train station.15 Dec 04:00 PM
Golf'Get that ring': Kiwi golfer's big US college callShe will be one of 9 Kiwis in the field for February's Women’s Asia-Pacific Championship.15 Dec 04:00 PM
World'We'll take every step': Crackdown on gun ownership after Bondi terror attackNSW Premier Chris Minns has flagged tightening gun ownership laws.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBack in growth: Thursday's GDP data releaseLiam Dann looks at expectations for Thursday's GDP data release. Video \ Jason DordayWatch15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: The Golden Bear is the top prize awarded at which film festival?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Pack some patience along with the presents': Holiday drivers urged to slow down, plan trips Motorists are urged to rest, buckle up and stay patient amid holiday traffic.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAll I want for Christmas is a break from you – PM's gift to coalition partnersChristopher Luxon's gift to his coalition partners is a break from each other.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Anti-Semitism has always been a sign of a sick society. It is againOPINION: Our Jewish community should feel safe. They do not.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Meet Santa's special helpers at The Joy StoreReporter Amelia meets Santa's festive friends from The Kindness Collective, the team dedicated to spreading Christmas joy to everyone! Video / Kea Kids NewsWatch15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand|UpdatedBondi massacre: NZ ‘a small millimetre away' from another mass-casualty event Security experts say NZ and Australia are different but risk is growing.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew measles case in Auckland as total reaches 31 nationwideThe new case brings the national measles total to 31 since the outbreak.15 Dec 07:52 AM
New ZealandACG Parnell College chemical spill: Fire crews contain ‘nasty’ substanceThe chemical, containing phosphorous, reacts violently on contact with water.15 Dec 07:45 AM
Crime'It makes you feel sick': A parent's guilt after doctor groomed and abused boysKāpiti Coast GP Jared Cook abused teenage boys after befriending their families. 15 Dec 07:00 AM
Crime'Recklessness in the extreme': Woman thrown into the air after being hit by banned driverA judge described Jesse Grimwood's behaviour as 'deplorable'.15 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandWorkSafe takes enforcement action against daycare at centre of chemical burns incidentFive children and two adults were taken to hospital after a caustic chemical was used.15 Dec 05:28 AM
WorldI was at Bondi earlier in the afternoon. Hours later I was reporting on a massacreReporter Samuel Sherry details how his weekend away descended into a nightmare.15 Dec 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonOscar-winning film-maker among big donors to controversial Better Wellington campaignThe Ray Chung-led group amassed a $157k war chest for its largely unsuccessful campaign.15 Dec 05:00 AM
