New ZealandPerson critically injured in Papakura shooting, alleged offender on the runPolice say those involved are believed to be known to each other.05 Dec 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas Coughlan|UpdatedThomas Coughlan: Willis v Richardson and the battle to get back to blackOPINION: The Government is being urged to cut deeper – why it's not doing that. 05 Dec 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Unhinged': Man's $739k arson revenge after being evicted from vineyard cottageThe day after Jack Norris was meant to have left the address, he set fire to it. 05 Dec 10:00 PM
Football World CupAll Whites coach Darren Bazeley on the Fifa World Cup drawDarren Bazeley gives his thoughts on New Zealand's World Cup pool, where they have been grouped with Belgium, Iran and Egypt. Video / NZFWatch05 Dec 09:22 PM
New ZealandInside the new Sharks exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial MuseumTake a look inside the new Sharks exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial Museum. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Dec 09:18 PM
New ZealandTruck driver who killed cyclist in bike lane discharged without convictionCyclist Warrick Jones, 50, died after a crash at a Belmont intersection.05 Dec 09:00 PM
EntertainmentKate leads festive family return for Westminster Abbey carol serviceThe Prince and Princess of Wales have attended Westminster Abbey with their children for her annual carol service. Video / AFPWatch05 Dec 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Who is bankrolling push to dump Nicola Willis as finance minister?OPINION: Credit rating agencies still back New Zealand with triple A and AA+ grades.05 Dec 08:00 PM
EntertainmentSynthony performs on the forecourt of Sydney Opera HouseThe musical event brought electronic dance anthems to life with the backing of Metropolitan Orchestra conducted by Sarah-Grace Williams. Video / SuppliedWatch05 Dec 07:45 PM
New ZealandPerson taken to hospital after Queenstown fireThe fire started in a residential garage on Hallenstein St at 7.11am.05 Dec 07:37 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday December 6, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday December 6, 2025. Kindercare Christchurch apologises after a chemical incident yesterday where multiple staff and children ended up in hospital.Watch05 Dec 07:34 PM
New Zealand'Too scared to go to sleep': Diabetic dad snaps spine during 'violent' seizure'I bit through my tongue. I had to get my tongue sewn back on.'05 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Massive stress': Parents asked for more than $1800 in 'voluntary' school donationsParents are not legally required to pay donations and can claim a 33.3% tax credit.05 Dec 06:00 PM
New Zealand'We’re all devastated': Northland families face losing farms to four-lane highwayThe Bryhams face losing a 100ha dairy farm with six homes built over 60 years.05 Dec 05:10 PM
New ZealandFather of four finds long-term career through Hawke’s Bay horticulture programmeThe MSD-funded Core Talent scheme gives up to 10 locals fulltime roles each year.05 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay pop artist Liberty on heartbreak and making a living from music'I absolutely love Hawke’s Bay because everyone is so keen to help.'05 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandVideo offers first glimpse of Wairoa’s planned flood spillwayAfter Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023, Wairoa was given $70m to protect the town from flooding.05 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionA cautionary tale on self-insurance: My $100k year of incidentsOPINION: You only ever hear self-insurance success stories, so here's a reality check.05 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand50-year legacy: Outspoken principal on how to make 'successful citizens'Colin Watkins on needling ministers, evolving leadership, and what 'white flight' cost NZ.05 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandGolden Shears World Champs attracts 26 countriesThe Friday and Saturday night finals at Masterton's War Memorial Stadium are sold out.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In 1879, which Taranaki town declared itself an independent republic?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandConfronting images show moment homicide victim stormed couple's room wielding knifeFinauga Faatoia stormed a couple's Mt Wellington bedroom wielding a knife but died after he was stabbed in the jugular.Watch05 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We don't need a rates cap; What a life sentence to hand to our youngOPINION: Readers hot on the issue of Govt rejecting NZ's emission reduction targets.05 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tragedies reinforce need for hunters to follow safety rulesOPINION: Hunting can be a wonderful sport, but it can also be deadly.05 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionChris Bray: 3 tech megatrends driving NZ's post-harvest revolutionOPINION: We need machine-driven agriculture, but with human oversight and innovation.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOur Heroes 2025Celebrating New Zealanders who made a major impact this year - from courageous police to leaders in entertainment, sport and business.Watch05 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIf Notting Hill comes to Avondale: Future of the market and racecourseAvondale Racecourse will close soon. What will it mean for this fringe Auckland suburb?05 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDisabled children may be forced into homeschooling as specialist school rolls fill upAn Auckland school has a waitlist of more than 100 disabled children.05 Dec 04:00 PM
AucklandWatch: Images released of knife-wielding man storming flat before 'frenzied' killingThe victim burst into the couple's bedroom waving a large 'Bear Grylls survival knife'.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Our Heroes of 2025 – the Herald's top picksWe honour the best in news, sport, business and entertainment.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It remains an important story’: The fight to save the Arapawa goatThe Arapawa goat remains one of the rarest breeds in the world.05 Dec 03:56 PM
New ZealandHeat alerts in the north as heavy rain set to lash South IslandMetService has issued heat alerts for Hawke's Bay, Gisborne and Bay of Plenty.05 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandMinister raises concerns over fish heading south due to warming watersShane Jones wants fishing rules changed as boats net species new to their areas.05 Dec 06:38 AM
CrimeInside gecko sting: Judge jails wildlife mule in bizarre black market bustAn overseas buyer was ready to pay $26,000 cash. He stood to resell them for much more.05 Dec 06:28 AM
