New ZealandWoman's 'unfailing devotion' to dead sister's kids rewarded with residencyShe has 'unfailingly devoted herself to raising these five young children'.12 Apr 02:00 AM
LiveNew ZealandLive: Authorities fuming as windsurfer goes for a cyclone sail'Police need to be able to focus on priority calls for service.'12 Apr 01:59 AM
New ZealandWild video from Whakatāne shows heavy winds blowing as Cyclone Vaianu threatensWild video from Whakatāne shows heavy winds blowing as Cyclone Vaianu threatens. Video / Matthew DavidsonWatch12 Apr 01:47 AM
New ZealandFootage shows rivers in Coromandel Peninsula beginning to rise as Cyclone Vaianu nears landfallCoromandel Peninsula under red weather warning as Cyclone Vaianu approaches. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Apr 01:39 AM
LiveNew Zealand'Most dangerous period' approaching as Cyclone Vaianu makes landfall during high tideAnyone who hasn't evacuated is advised to shelter in place during peak conditions at 2pm.12 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandWild winds and coastal inundation in Whakatāne as Cyclone Vaianu intensifiesConditions in Whakatāne expected to become life-threatening from early this afternoon as Cyclone Vaianu intensifies. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandSignificant fire at restaurant at luxury Te Arai Links golf courseFirefighters work to put out a fire in Te Arai Links luxury golf course. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Apr 01:27 AM
LiveNew Zealand'GET OUT': Coastal Whakatāne residents told to evacuate now as cyclone changes trackThe Bay of Plenty and Rotorua are under a red wind warning and orange heavy rain warning.12 Apr 01:17 AM
New ZealandBay of Plenty residents prepare for Cyclone Vaianu to make landfallBay of Plenty under red warning along with Rotorua and Coromandel Peninsula as Cyclone Vaianu approaches. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Apr 01:14 AM
New ZealandCyclone Vaianu brings slips, flooding and closures across Northland roadsStay up-to-date on the latest road closures.12 Apr 01:09 AM
New ZealandFlooding at Thornton Beach near WhakatāneFlooding at Thornton Beach near Whakatāne, where seawater is starting to flood the road. Video / Mike ScottWatch12 Apr 12:38 AM
New Zealand|Updated'Significant' blaze raging out of control at Te Arai LinksThe fire broke out mid-morning at the luxury golf course north of Auckland. 11 Apr 11:47 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Cyclone Vaianu update with Mark Mitchell and Auckland Mayor Wayne BrownNZ Herald Live: Cyclone Vaianu update with Mark Mitchell and Mayor Wayne Brown. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Apr 11:08 PM
New ZealandPower transformers explodingHome security cameras capture two power transformers exploding early this morning in Tauranga. Video / David GreigWatch11 Apr 10:57 PM
New ZealandRed warning extends to Bay of Plenty, Rotorua as Cyclone Vaianu approachesMetService has issued red weather warnings for the Coromandel Peninsula, Bay of Plenty and Rotorua as Cyclone Vaianu approaches, effective now until 8pm tonight. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Apr 10:41 PM
New ZealandRising rivers and rough seas in NorthlandWhangārei Falls and Ocean Beach on Sunday morning after Cyclone Vaianu passed through Northland overnight. Videos / Brodie Stone, Rachel WardWatch11 Apr 10:13 PM
New ZealandTwo dead, four injured in crash near GisborneEmergency services were called to the crash on Tucker Rd about 11.40pm last night.11 Apr 10:09 PM
New ZealandMan dies after hunting incident near DannevirkeA search and rescue team was sent to get the body.11 Apr 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'They're powerful medicines': Auckland GP gets licence to prescribe psychedelic tripsNZ is at the global forefront of nations allowing the therapeutic use of magic mushrooms. 11 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandE-bike rider dies in early morning Manawatū crashEmergency services were called to Banks Rd, Rongotea, at about 12.40am.11 Apr 08:53 PM
New ZealandMt Maunganui's main beach lashed by wind, rain as Cyclone Vaianu makes landfallMt Maunganui's main beach lashed by wind, rain as Cyclone Vaianu makes landfall. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Apr 08:29 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Cyclone Vaianu to make landfall, Pakistan hosts US/Iran negotiationsNZ Herald Morning News Update | Cyclone Vaianu to make landfall, no life threatening callouts so far, Pakistan hosts US/Iran negotiations. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Apr 08:16 PM
New Zealand'You don't win them all': Norsewear's All Blacks beanie dream sidelined'They were prepared to have a chat about it, which is great.'11 Apr 06:00 PM
LiveNew ZealandNearly 4000 without power in Tauranga as Cyclone Vaianu set to make landfall todayA red wind warning is in effect for Great Barrier, Coromandel, Rotorua and Bay of Plenty.11 Apr 05:10 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: What office morning tea says about us – and our politiciansOPINION: From Dave's bargain biscuits to Sarah's 3am baking, every plate tells a story.11 Apr 05:05 PM
New ZealandInside the Spring Sheep shift reshaping one young farmer’s futureRyan McPherson swapped a planned Wall Street career for sheep milking in Lichfield.11 Apr 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Luxon's inability to handle a dumb question is a problemOPINION: Backbench MPs have begun talking and leaking about rolling the Prime Minister.11 Apr 05:00 PM
Politics'Positive decision': National’s former Attorney-General prospect switches allegiance to ActAct's new candidate could play a pivotal role in selling its proposed Treaty reform.11 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuHidden hymn history: The Billy Graham link to Whakaaria MaiThe video traces the hymn's origins to Billy Graham's 1959 visit to New Zealand.11 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: War, fuel and the absence of humanityOPINION: The war in the Middle East has sharpened the focus on fuel and humanity.11 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Hiroki Sakai and his family represent the best of what Auckland has becomeOPINION: When Auckland thrives, New Zealand wins.11 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: Is cabbage the dream vegetable for 2026?OPINION: My favourite use for cabbage at the moment is for chow mein.11 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand1939: When petrol increases had farmers saddling up"You can grow your own ‘petrol’ for the horse on the farm."11 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In which year did Elizabeth II become Queen?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.11 Apr 05:00 PM