New ZealandOne injured after fire destroys home in ChristchurchA fire investigator is heading to the Mairehau scene this morning.23 Dec 08:35 PM
New Zealand‘She was so trusting’: Police dog Teo’s fight back after geothermal burnsTeo fell into 85C geothermal water while searching for missing man Jayleb-Che Dean.23 Dec 08:14 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay wildfire: Highway reopens, investigator to probe cause of destructive blazeStructures 'destroyed' after a bus reportedly caught fire at the bottom of a hill.23 Dec 08:12 PM
New ZealandWhangārei mum evicted from transitional housing weeks before ChristmasThe woman alleges another housing provider shunned her after comments by Sallies.23 Dec 08:06 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 22 - 28Rod Emmerson's take on the week.23 Dec 07:38 PM
New ZealandNurse’s autistic son could face deportation after Immigration NZ rejects visaA Section 61 bid is now the family’s last hope to restore Aidhan’s lawful stay.23 Dec 07:36 PM
New Zealand|Updated'TV3 is unwatchable': Viewers vent as glitch hits multiple channels, investigation into causeViewers reported severe pixelation and audio issues during the 6pm news.23 Dec 07:32 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, December 24, 2025Morning Headlines | Plea for calm on last day of Christmas shopping and some meat prices up 25% within a year | Wednesday, December 24, 2025Watch23 Dec 07:01 PM
New Zealand'True legend': Horse community mourns polo player who died in match accidentThe Whanganui 88-year-old died when a horse knocked him to the ground.23 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandNZTA orders data analysis to identify full scale of falsely recorded breath testsAbout 130 NZ Police staff are being investigated over 30,000 suspect tests.23 Dec 06:33 PM
New ZealandFrom ink guns to online: Woolworths lifer marks 50 years on the jobShe once had to memorise prices for about 250 items each week to keep her job.23 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandSkydiving was ‘relaxing’ compared with this: Ex-SAS soldier, fiancee on life with newborn twinsCouple conquered years-long recovery after a near-fatal skydiving crash. Now, twins.23 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay will record its worst road toll in five yearsProvisional statistics show 21 people have died this year from Wairoa to Tararua.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Appeal: Those who 'have so little' but their 'hearts are turned towards giving'Locals donate almost $90k in food and gifts, many giving from places of scarcity.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMahia Peninsula could be free of possums by 2027Recent checks suggest fewer than 100 possums remain in Mahia Scenic Reserve.23 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Some black and white advice for not getting too boozy this summerOPINION: Stats show we're getting more sober as a nation - and that's a good thing.23 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom a popular dragstrip to some of NZ's best wine: The curious case of the soil under ThunderparkThe old riverbed was considered “almost worthless”. Not now.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'You are legends': Community donations fill Tauranga foodbank shelvesA six-week Christmas appeal has helped more than 3000 people in Tauranga so far. 23 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandOpinion: Christmas, Jesus, and what gifts say about usOpinion: A thoughtful present is important. God got the gift to us spot on.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHe saved two kids from deadly surf - now his message for summer at the beachNorthlander Dudley Andrews says 'knowledge is power' when it comes to surviving the coast.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandRentals to realising the dream: The road to first farm ownershipTheir strict budgets, low early interest and off-farm income reduced debt fast.23 Dec 04:02 PM
New Zealand'I know everyone on my road': Hugh Jackson on farming and rural lifeThis popular story was from March, before Jackson was named 2025 Young Farmer of the Year.23 Dec 04:01 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters wants Member States to pull their weight as the UN lurches into potential liquidationThe UN's looming deficit could weaken ties between countries and undercut global aid.23 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQueenstown 2500 house development fast-tracked despite backlash, concerns over impactThe 205-ha site could ultimately hold up to about 2800 homes.23 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeAkl man caught with footage of Isis beheadings, murders, terror group promo materialOne video endorsed Isis attack methods that viewers could use in Australia.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: We review the hottest toys of the season!Reporter Eve is in the studio with a panel of experts testing out the top trending toys gifted by Farmers.Watch23 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Talking point': 1930 Ford pick-up turns heads at farmers' marketsThis April 2025 story about an iconic little Ford Model A pick-up truck proved popular.23 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionNZ Church leaders' Christmas message: Exploring the profound identity of JesusLeaders from more than 30 Auckland churches invite residents to Christmas services.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas at Auckland ZooKeepers at Auckland Zoo talk about what it's like to care for the animals on Christmas Day. Video / Jason OxenhamWatch23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWill it be wet or 30C on Christmas Day? Forecasters reveal where rain and heat most likelyThunderstorms are possible in the western and southern South Island this evening.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe cost of giving: How Christmas expenses this year compare to lastSome produce will be a lot pricier, but some gifts could be quite a bit cheaper.23 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Nato countries in Europe must take responsibility for their own defenceOPINION: Trump is right to call out Europe for their over-reliance on the US.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What virus was responsible for the Spanish flu pandemic?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Rhubarb, a very confusing vegetableThis guide to growing rhubarb was the most-read "Kem Ormond's vegetable garden" in 2025.23 Dec 03:59 PM
