PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: We need to be realistic about the cost of our 'luxury beliefs'OPINION: How virtue signalling risks hurting the most vulnerable.14 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandFor sale: Hawke's Bay property with 'deep-rooted history and colourful story'Hastings’ stately Greenhill Lodge once hosted the Queen Mother. Now it’s up for sale.14 Jan 09:58 PM
Auckland'Totally unacceptable': Driver sprayed with fire extinguisher on Auckland busThe incident comes weeks after driver Sefo Leger died in a bus stabbing.14 Jan 09:51 PM
New ZealandCyber-security expert launches petition to Parliament calling for harsher penalties for privacy breachesCyber expert Katja Feldtmann wants tougher laws after the Manage My Health hack.14 Jan 09:23 PM
New Zealand|UpdatedGirl made ‘non-speech’ 111 call after fatal Waitārere Beach shooting, family-harm call made days earlierPolice say nobody who resided at the property held a firearms licence.14 Jan 09:18 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.14 Jan 08:42 PM
New Zealand|UpdatedThunderstorms to hit North Island with Auckland set to be drenchedSevere thunderstorm watches have been issued for nearly everywhere in the north.14 Jan 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesCommon sense or overkill? Climate rules loosened by more than expectedThe minister suggested a more moderate weakening of climate disclosure rules.14 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 12 - 18Rod Emmerson's take on the week.14 Jan 07:41 PM
New ZealandUK says dual NZ nationals told of passport change in good timeFrom February 25, dual citizens must use a British passport to enter the UK.14 Jan 07:41 PM
EntertainmentTaranaki highway closure to affect Ed Sheeran fans, holidaymakers and businessesFamilies headed to Auckland shows face extra costs and leave.14 Jan 07:40 PM
New ZealandSeven-year-old driver crashes van on West CoastA nine-year-old passenger was also in the vehicle at the time. 14 Jan 07:34 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after SH30 crash near RotoruaEmergency services say a third person has been injured in the crash.14 Jan 07:09 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 15, 2026Morning Headlines | Waitārere Beach shooting, rising tension between Iran and the US and at least 32 killed in train accident in Thailand | Wednesday, January 15, 2026Watch14 Jan 06:38 PM
ChristchurchFriends mourn 'gold-hearted' man who died in Christchurch housing complex fireFriends say Callum Dale was a loyal mate with a passion for making rap music.14 Jan 05:24 PM
New Zealand'I don’t think people are taking it seriously': Hacked patient fears identity theftShe was told on January 8 her ManageMyHealth account had been affected by a cyber breach.14 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandBlair Tuke on Black Foils changes for SailGP season sixBlack Foils wing trimmer and co-CEO Blair Tuke talks about the changes in the coaching team ahead of SailGP's first event in Perth.Watch14 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We made the most of life': Family remember GP who died of cancer aged 48Dr Nicky Kenny ran a half-marathon two weeks before her Stage 4 bowel cancer diagnosis.14 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMichael Barnett: Economic confidence might be soft, but it's growing OPINION: Aspirational businesses don't wait for the perfect economy, they act now.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Lego building blocks originated in what country?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.14 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Planned $250 billion infrastructure spend raises questionsOPINION: While infrastructure is a necessity, it must be cost-effective, a reader says.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung father's life cut short by bowel cancer – family warn about symptom-free riskBowel cancer is New Zealand's second-deadliest cancer, killing 1200 each year.14 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCoca-Cola's Matthias Blume shares excitement for alcoholic RTD launchCoca-Cola's VP and GM of aRTD for ASEAN & South Pacific, Matthias Blume, gives more insight into the global brand's decision to enter the alcohol market.Watch14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandA growth mindset: Business leaders upbeat heading into election yearLeaders are positive about the year ahead but there are concerns about a pendulum swing.14 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan Ayling: A free Iran will reshape the Middle EastOPINION: Uprising a reminder that while it may feel permanent, oppression can be overcome.14 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why clinging to old office rules will cost New Zealand talentOPINION: NZ employers must change attitudes toward four-day work week and hybrid work.14 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLine of fire: Elite Kiwi sniper planned raid on Queen’s bedroomChris Edge served as an elite police sniper – now he's telling stories from the job.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandLotto numbers revealed: Are you NZ's newest millionaire?One player will be feeling especially happy after tonight's draw.14 Jan 07:27 AM
New Zealand‘Sookie baby’ comment: ERA backs Oranga Tamariki over bullying findingsThree Māori providers also complained her behaviour undermined Māori culture.14 Jan 07:00 AM
New ZealandMasked men accused of violent, unprovoked assault on young people at partyThe seven people received a range of injuries, from minor bruising to a fractured skull.14 Jan 06:23 AM
New ZealandWaitārere Beach shooting: Sister says brother was a 'broken' ex-soldierThree survivors, aged 17, 21 and 46, remain in hospital with critical injuries.14 Jan 06:03 AM
New ZealandIgnored notice: Embattled painting firm hit with further penalty over workplace problemsWaikato business said it had not been trading since September 2022 and was insolvent.14 Jan 06:00 AM
AucklandAuckland bus driver attacked with fire extinguisher by angry passengerThe driver inhaled foam and suffered swelling around her eyes and is recovering at home.14 Jan 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Limited knowledge of rules': Civil Defence manager nabbed for pāua breachesKumeroa Tuhaka was caught with undersized shellfish in an area of cultural significance. 14 Jan 05:00 AM
