New ZealandTwo protesters arrested at demonstration outside Wellington's Iranian EmbassyAbout 40 people have been chanting, calling for the removal of the Iranian regime.13 Jan 02:38 AM
New ZealandWatch: Rubbish fire on Auckland's SH20 motorwayVideo from an office window shows a rubbish fire near Lambie Drive on Auckland's SH20. Video / Rini CrizWatch13 Jan 02:34 AM
Auckland|UpdatedTraffic chaos: Rubbish truck spills flaming load on SH20, key Auckland offramp closedPolice warn motorists that visibility is impacted because of smoke.13 Jan 02:08 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Where did former US President Barack Obama teach constitutional law?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.13 Jan 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Big region of instability': Heavy rain and thunderstorms set to pummel NZThunderstorms are most likely for western North Island areas later this week.13 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Neil Bateup's New Year Honour for rural sector serviceNeil Bateup, Rowland and Ingrid Smith, Kate Scott, Kate Acland, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.13 Jan 01:44 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, January 13, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Police find bodies in Waikato River and renewed concerns grow over graduate jobs | Tuesday, January 13, 2026Watch13 Jan 12:57 AM
New ZealandMetService afternoon weather update: 13 - 14 JanuaryMetService afternoon weather update: 13 - 14 January. Video / MetServiceWatch13 Jan 12:38 AM
New ZealandPolice search for missing woman, 32, last seen in central ChristchurchShe was reported missing from the Christchurch area about 11am today.13 Jan 12:34 AM
WorldAustralian writers' festival director quits, Ardern and others boycott, after Palestinian author barredLouise Adler quit after the board cancelled Randa Abdel-Fattah's event.13 Jan 12:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: Former media exec injured after brutal shove off own shop verandah Dallas Gurney called out bad behaviour of customers. He did not see the response coming. 13 Jan 12:05 AM
New Zealand'We will continue': Sikh community defiant after protest at Tauranga paradeTrue Patriots of NZ protesters carried a 'This is New Zealand, not India' banner.13 Jan 12:02 AM
New ZealandMan left in intensive care after being shot near children’s playgroundPolice are making inquiries into a nearby car fire to see if the incidents are linked.13 Jan 12:01 AM
New ZealandFirearms Safety Authority head Angela Brazier slams 'inaccurate' IPCA reportAngela Brazier says police leaders have 'targeted' her and ruined her reputation.13 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandCousins named as men who died at Northland beachThey were pulled from the surf between Mahuta Gap and Glinks Gully.12 Jan 11:48 PM
New ZealandHell's Angels central Auckland headquarters swarmed by PoliceA heavy police presence was seen around the Mt Eden gang headquarters on Tuesday morning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Jan 11:36 PM
New ZealandTwo bodies found in Waikato River from separate water related incidents Missing man Aydan Brown, 39, was last seen in Chartwell in August.12 Jan 11:08 PM
New Zealand'I was going to send you to prison': How the support of one team kept a woman out of jailJosephine was struggling to get her community work done. Then she got some help. 12 Jan 11:00 PM
AucklandPolice swarm Hell's Angels' Auckland headquarters in unfolding operationWitnesses saw three people removed from the house, with one taken into a car. 12 Jan 10:50 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Busting dairy's ‘tonne of nitrogen’ mythOPINION: It's time to rethink assumptions about dairy cows and NZ's groundwater quality.12 Jan 10:38 PM
New ZealandSamoa chiefs consider sending back $6m payout from NZ Govt for HMNZS Manawanui marine disasterChief Atanoa Tusi Fa’afetai says he may refuse to share the $6m payout.12 Jan 10:16 PM
New ZealandPerson arrested at protest outside Wellington's Iranian EmbassyAbout 40 people gathered outside the embassy in the Wellington suburb of Hataitai.12 Jan 10:02 PM
AucklandAuckland school community mourns long-serving principal after 'unexpected' deathA former student noted his support and humour inspired them to become teachers. 12 Jan 09:44 PM
New ZealandSlick 800m on the cards for Potts Classic athletics in HastingsThe two Tauranga Sams are set for a Hastings duel on the track. 12 Jan 09:01 PM
New ZealandSouthland man accused of war veteran plaque theft keeps name secret for nowPolice allege nine plaques worth $5000 were taken over four weeks in 2023.12 Jan 08:56 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.12 Jan 08:21 PM
Christchurch‘Ungodly, heavy smell’: Bottles flushed down toilets blamed for closure of popular swimming spotCouncil teams have shut carpark, toilets and tracks while repairs are done.12 Jan 07:53 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, January 13, 2026Morning Headlines | Water Safety NZ alarmed by deaths and Government Agency concerned over Māori unemployment | Tuesday, January 13, 2026Watch12 Jan 07:48 PM
New ZealandHow old is too old for a home loan?Advisers say many banks now expect home loans to be cleared by age 70.12 Jan 06:58 PM
TennisASB Classic; Defending champion Gael Monfils on his title defenceDefending champion Gael Monfils on his Auckland preparation, retirement and why he is playing without pressure.Watch12 Jan 06:24 PM
New Zealand'Cherished' baby girl dies days after near-drowning in home pool Laylah-Mae Thompson was rushed to hospital on January 7 after falling into the pool.12 Jan 06:10 PM
New ZealandTears of gratitude: How Rotorua's generosity changed one family's ChristmasShe made peace with having no presents or proper meal. The Christmas Appeal changed that.12 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘They didn't want to become a statistic’: Stricken men's life-saving plea after conditions worsenThey had paddled to Spencer Island earlier in the day in a kayak and a small inflatable.12 Jan 04:51 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyTreasury boss on bolstering the books in absence of high house prices and immigrationIain Rennie on where growth is coming from, and what he believes needs to change.12 Jan 04:15 PM