New Zealand'Cowardly attack': Public rush to help taxi driver assaulted on Christmas DayPolice are calling for more information.26 Dec 06:11 AM
New ZealandOver 2000 wallabies controlled across Bay of Plenty this year The cute critters cause massive economic and biodiversity problems for New Zealand. 26 Dec 05:58 AM
New ZealandPillans Rd Bike Track gets stay of execution as council delays closure callPillans Rd Bike Track closure is on hold, as the council decides its fate.26 Dec 04:58 AM
New ZealandWellington and Lower Hutt beaches off-limits after wastewater dischargesAll swim sites in the areas have been flagged by officials as unsafe to use.26 Dec 04:56 AM
New ZealandFrom Budget cuts to Ikea hype: The big economic forces that shaped 2025From empty lots to massive store openings, we unpack 2025's biggest stories in business.26 Dec 04:00 AM
LifestyleHitched: Horse-mad couple get married at Boxing Day racesTheir celebration was shared with some 15,000 racegoers at Ellerslie today.26 Dec 03:29 AM
New ZealandDouble jolt: Aftershock rattles lower North Island after strong early-morning quakeThe earlier 4.7 quake at 7.16am was felt from Wellington to Whanganui.26 Dec 03:29 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How many times has Scott Dixon won the IndyCar Series?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.26 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandHead lifeguard in Christmas Day double rescueOpunake surf lifeguard credited with being part of two Christmas Day rescues. 26 Dec 01:55 AM
New Zealand'Quite hairy': Four swept off their feet and into rip by strong currentsOne Waipātiki Beach lifeguard managed to rescue three people in one go.26 Dec 01:32 AM
AucklandPerson dies after being swept away by waves at Piha BeachThe police Eagle helicopter was deployed to help find the person.26 Dec 01:30 AM
New ZealandThunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hailPredicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas. 26 Dec 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy this multi-millionaire is giving 250 first-time house-buyers $100k eachBen Tomsett sits down with a self-made businessman on why he's giving back. 26 Dec 01:00 AM
AucklandBoxing Day traffic snarls motorways as shoppers head to malls Motorway exits near Sylvia Park are currently 'very congested'.26 Dec 12:32 AM
New Zealand'Thanks to everyone': Missing Taupō man found after police appealPolice say David may be confused and walks with a distinctive shuffle.26 Dec 12:29 AM
ChristchurchTeen arrested after suspected Christmas Day shooting, police remain at two locations of interestThe 19-year-old is charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.26 Dec 12:03 AM
New Zealand5-year-old rescued, one still missing after Christmas Day jet ski incident at Port WaikatoA rāhui has been placed over Port Waikato and surrounding areas.25 Dec 11:26 PM
New Zealand'Feel a bit sick': Antique store raided on Boxing Day as silver prices soarThieves smashed through a lock, door and three cabinets to target items made of silver.25 Dec 11:22 PM
New ZealandHow a Pāpāmoa couple helped put padel on Bay mapThe club's app sign-ups for the racket sport jumped from 500 at launch to 2400 today.25 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHerald Summer Premium quiz: Where in NZ is Scorching Bay?Our 20-question challenge released at 12pm over Christmas and New Year’s.25 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandHow to stay safe on Waikato River float with flows near extreme riskFlows above 140 cumecs on the river make the float trip more dangerous.25 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandMan in court on charges after handing himself in for questioning over suspected double homicideThe man handed himself in to the Whanganui Police Station on Christmas Day. 25 Dec 10:58 PM
New ZealandMud and debris fly as heavy rain, flash floods hit southern CaliforniaMud and debris fly as heavy rain, flash floods hit southern California. Video / AFPWatch25 Dec 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonMajor new highway needs years of repairs costing $32 million-plusNZTA will start drainage and resurfacing work on Transmission Gully this summer.25 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandMetService: Boxing Day Severe Weather WarningMetService: Boxing Day Severe Weather Warning. Video / MetServiceWatch25 Dec 09:30 PM
New ZealandNew trustees named: Jones refreshes boards overseeing $3.5b in community assetsShane Jones has named 29 new trustees and reappointed nine across the 12 boards.25 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: What has happened to the old Green Party?OPINION: Five of the top columns of the year from Audrey Young.25 Dec 08:00 PM
WorldKing Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speechKing Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech. Video / AFPWatch25 Dec 07:59 PM
New Zealand'That wasn’t nice': Strong magnitude 4.7 quake jolts lower North Island GeoNet recorded the quake hitting near Pongaroa at 7.16am.25 Dec 07:32 PM
New ZealandCream spill slicks 10km stretch of Waikato highwayPolice were alerted just before 4am and crews are clearing the road.25 Dec 06:59 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, December 26, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, December 26, 2025. King Charles delivers his annual Christmas message, stressing unity and peace. A 29 year-old man has handed himself in to Police.Watch25 Dec 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCannabis leaves and selling a co-worker’s bike: Behind the counter as an op shop workerA customer once opened a donated book and found pressed marijuana leaves.25 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: We walked away from the lazy Kiwi summer — phones in handOPINION: Leaders who stay online all summer quietly teach staff to do the same.25 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandCaptain Kirk and family get a welcome at Hawke’s Bay maraeDavid Kirk had been through a few pōwhiri, but none quite as unique as this one.25 Dec 05:00 PM
