New ZealandChildcare company where children burned admits it failed on safetySeven people were hospitalised, including five children.06 Dec 07:14 AM
New ZealandHave you won tonight’s $12 million Powerball Jackpot?Lotto NZ is still seeking the winner of an unclaimed $500,000 Westport ticket.06 Dec 07:05 AM
Crime‘We live in constant fear’: Gang member jailed for terrifying armed home invasionA man needed surgery after the knuckle-duster attack, which left his face scarred. 06 Dec 05:52 AM
WellingtonKiwiRail issues warning after young people on tracks force train to stopPolice say the two young people fled the Bell Street crossing before officers arrived.06 Dec 05:51 AM
New Zealand'Punch him in the face': Jacinda Ardern discusses former rival on Graham Norton ShowArdern told Graham Norton she will not return to politics, it's for the next generation. 06 Dec 03:35 AM
AucklandMulti-car crash flips vehicle and chokes central Auckland trafficAn elderly driver was freed from a white Toyota that flipped onto its side.06 Dec 03:05 AM
New ZealandFrom crimson to gold: The hidden rainbow of pōhutukawa around the motuHawaiian ōhiʻa lehua shows the same family flowering from crimson to white.06 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandCar flips on Nelson StA car has flipped on its side on Auckland's Nelson St. Video / Samuel SherryWatch06 Dec 02:49 AM
New ZealandWatercare delays fix for 'forever chemicals' at Onehunga plant to 2029The $40m upgrade will add carbon filters and ultraviolet disinfection.06 Dec 02:47 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the group noun for flamingos?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.06 Dec 02:00 AM
WellingtonFive injured as car and van collide in Kumeū, road blockedOne person is in a serious condition in North Shore Hospital.06 Dec 12:36 AM
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 CoughlanThomas 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
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
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 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
