New ZealandAI 'Bush Legend' wildlife star fronted by fake Aboriginal man based in New ZealandThe AI 'Bush Legend' account has more than 211,000 followers online.17 Jan 08:15 AM
New ZealandBrian Tamaki tells supporters to rally despite failed bid to march Harbour BridgePolice and NZTA have refused permission for the Tamaki-led march over the Harbour Bridge.17 Jan 07:54 AM
New ZealandOne hospitalised after water-related activity at Red BeachEmergency services were also called to Kai Iwi Lakes, Northland, about an hour later.17 Jan 07:23 AM
New ZealandAuckland bus attack: Police seek witnesses after passenger injured in OnehungaThe attack comes after several violent incidents on Auckland buses recently.17 Jan 07:16 AM
New ZealandLotto numbers revealed: Are you NZ's newest millionaire?$4 million jackpot up for grabs after one lucky player won $10 million on Wednesday.17 Jan 07:05 AM
New ZealandJudge accused over NZ First event may call Chief District Court judgeJudge Ema Aitken faces a judicial conduct panel over her actions in 2024.17 Jan 06:23 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWinston Peters’ global gifts: From Mongolian horse to Hillary-signed noteHis viral cowboy-themed campaign ad sparked a wave of horse gifts abroad.17 Jan 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsForeign Minister Winston Peters shares some of his favourite giftsOne of the more unusual gifts Foreign Minister Winston Peters has received is a horse, which he named Stamina. Video / Mark MitchellWatch17 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandFishing backlash victory: Jones scraps marlin bycatch plan but wider battle loomsThe proposal would have allowed commercial boats to keep and sell marlin bycatch.17 Jan 04:50 AM
New ZealandEd Sheeran concert-goers warned after fans left waiting for 2am busesA family heading to North Shore said no extra buses were put on from Britomart last night.17 Jan 03:12 AM
AucklandAuckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafeMore than 20 Auckland beaches remain under 'do not swim' black flags.17 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What country of over 150 million people has never won an Olympic medal?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.17 Jan 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Queenstown paradox: More homes are being built, but fewer are being lived inBuildings are going up at a faster rate in the region than almost anywhere in the country.17 Jan 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘He’ll probably get eaten, Tom’: Orca surround late-night Oriental Bay swimmerDepartment of Conservation says orca often hunt stingrays in Wellington Harbour.17 Jan 01:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDonor conception gap: Why families need help long after fertility treatmentMore than 3600 New Zealanders were donor conceived as of November 2024.17 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandOnehunga shooting: Offenders still at large as victim fights for life in hospitalPolice urge anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from 11am yesterday to contact them.16 Jan 11:49 PM
New ZealandPolice seek sightings of green Honda after fatal crash near RotoruaThe crash on State Highway 30 left two people dead.16 Jan 10:47 PM
New ZealandFather killed on way to new job in late-night Hamilton crashFather of two Sandeep Singh had been in his new job for one week.16 Jan 10:13 PM
TalanoaYoung swimmer's final two words before Waikato River claimed his lifeHis adoptive father says the Waikato River's current trapped him in a whirlpool.16 Jan 09:48 PM
New ZealandMan dies after being pulled from water at Pilot Bay BeachPolice say the victim was unconscious and could not be revived.16 Jan 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandYoung nurse left with permanent injury calls for support in mental health wardsCritics of the police withdrawal say assaults have become commonplace in hospitals.16 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand40 people airlifted to safety from Waioeka Gorge in overnight rescue missionSlips and flooding cut off trapped motorists.16 Jan 08:43 PM
TennisASB Classic men's final previewNZ Herald tennis writer Michael Burgess looks ahead to the men's decider between third seed Jakub Mensik and seventh seed Sebastian Baez. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 Jan 08:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Bravo Breman, but where's Luxon as Trump wreaks havoc?OPINION: The Government has yet to stand up for what NZ believes is important.16 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandNew police investigation into death of toddler Lachie Jones 'near completion'Senior detectives from the North Island are leading the new probe.16 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTough medicine: Nicola Willis eyes scalpel for health spending in 2026 BudgetThe Finance Minister also explains her thinking on fossil fuel imports and asset sales.16 Jan 07:00 PM
WorldNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026. US and European tensions rise as Trump threatens tariffs on opposition. Soundspalsh kicks off in Raglan this weekend.Watch16 Jan 06:54 PM
New Zealand'Very draining': Job hunt struggles cast shadow on London OE for KiwisSome expats say they sent hundreds of CVs before landing even one role.16 Jan 06:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRock riffs, multiple sclerosis and unfinished business: Inside Push Push’s comeback‘I’ve spent my life taking care of myself’: Push Push guitarist Andy Kane on MS and music.16 Jan 06:00 PM
SailGPPeter Burling reflects on finger injury as new SailGP season begins in PerthPeter Burling speaks with NZME’s Christopher Reive in Perth as SailGP gears up for its sixth season.Watch16 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandWoman stranded for 15 hours after Air NZ flight diverted She paid for a new ticket home after being told flights were full for the next two days.16 Jan 05:37 PM
New Zealand'Extremely rare' twist in toddler's recovery journey Zavier Hull has six dialysis sessions a week, each lasting nearly 10 hours.16 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘He fought every day’: 33yo father dies after aggressive melanoma spreads to brain'He understands Dad’s gone, but can’t quite grasp that he won’t be back.'16 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They have taken over': CBD grapples with growing homelessness issuesOwners report aggressive acts, damage, daily clean-ups and frustration.16 Jan 05:00 PM
