PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTough childhood: Judge cuts Mongrel Mob rapper’s sentence for shooting stranger in faceThe High Court chopped 10 months from a man's prison term, citing his violent upbringing.13 Oct 01:30 AM
New ZealandPoor judgement and alcohol to blame in fatal off-road crash, coroner findsThe driver was nearly three times over the adult blood-alcohol limit.13 Oct 01:12 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Feds president on new methane reduction target Wayne Langford, Scott Champion, Mark Cameron, Phil Duncan, and Richard Loe.13 Oct 01:04 AM
New Zealand'Sad and frightening': Woman badly injured in Kaikohe dog attackEmmy Sherwin, 30, suffered a fractured arm and puncture wounds in the attack.13 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandCare home took intimate photos of elderly resident after claims of sexual assaultA man was prohibited from visiting the woman while an investigation took place.13 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Post-Cabinet press conferenceNZ Herald Live: Post-Cabinet press conferenceWatch13 Oct 12:44 AM
New Zealand'Missed dearly': Community mourns after deadly Rakaia blaze claims grandfather, grandchildFire and Emergency was told people were unaccounted for in the blaze. 13 Oct 12:22 AM
New ZealandUpdated Rotorua election results: Margins widen in close ward racesVoter turnout reached 42.13%, with 21,102 votes counted so far.13 Oct 12:15 AM
New ZealandGingernut's Angels to help couples afford IVF treatment in New ZealandJaimee Lupton founded Gingernut's Angels to assist couples with IVF costs. The fund, launched with partner Nick Mowbray, supports Kiwis going through fertility treatment.Watch13 Oct 12:07 AM
New ZealandFirearms Safety Authority restores vetting policy after McSkimming directiveThe updated rules clarify how driving offences factor into gun licence checks.13 Oct 12:04 AM
New ZealandPortrait of Jesus survives fire that destroyed Hawke's Bay chapelA portrait of Jesus was the only item from the chapel undamaged by flames or water.12 Oct 11:39 PM
New ZealandWendy Schollum the new Hastings Mayor as last-minute voters extend her leadThe late swing went the way of Schollum, rather than nearest rival Marcus Buddo.12 Oct 11:35 PM
New ZealandMan dies after head hits ground during 'altercation' in HastingsThe injured man was taken to Wellington Hospital but died late on Sunday.12 Oct 11:32 PM
New ZealandPerson airlifted to hospital after Taupō motorcycle crash The crash happened at the intersection of Rifle Range Rd and Taharepa Rd.12 Oct 11:27 PM
New ZealandFunnell elected Taupō Mayor as tight races decide final council seatsFormer rescue pilot John Funnell thanked voters after winning the mayoralty.12 Oct 11:25 PM
New ZealandPublic sex, ‘meth-fuelled rage’: Bosses on 'harrowing' Akl CBD, amid harsh reader pollA poll of Herald readers found an overwhelming majority regard the CBD as anti-social.12 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandNapier’s first Pawrade draws 300 petsOrganisers say the doggy day out may return as an annual spring tradition.12 Oct 10:19 PM
CrimeBuiliding designer fined $10k for forging documents and working while unlicensedLucy Walsh used her employer’s licence and signature on documents submitted to council.12 Oct 10:14 PM
New Zealand‘Biggest walk-off’: Unions plan mass same-day strike across health and educationMore than 8000 Bay of Plenty workers are set to join the industrial action.12 Oct 09:51 PM
New Zealand'Huge relief’: Farmers back Govt's new methane goals, no emissions taxThe new target lowers methane cuts to 14–24% below 2017 levels by 2050.12 Oct 09:50 PM
New ZealandWell-known New Zealander charged with sexual abuseHe was due to appear in court today but the hearing has been rescheduled.12 Oct 09:25 PM
New ZealandTe Hauke Chapel fire in Hawke’s BayChurch of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel in Te Hauke was damaged by fire. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Oct 09:22 PM
New ZealandCouncils roll out summer roadworks as chipseal wins over asphalt on costAsphalt costs five times more to lay than chip seal on local roads.12 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandStorm risk for South Island as muggy warmth lingers in the northAucklanders endured a sticky night with temperatures holding at 17C until dawn.12 Oct 08:52 PM
Herald NOWHerald Now Panel: Paula Bennett and Sir Graham LoweHerald Now Panel: Paula Bennett and Sir Graham Lowe. Video / Herald NowWatch12 Oct 08:45 PM
Herald NOWWhy so many young people are turning to AI for relationshipsDr Dan Weijers unpacks the ethics of AI romance and loneliness.Watch12 Oct 08:40 PM
New ZealandUpdated election results increase lead for DenyerThe results show just one change for the Western Bay of Plenty.12 Oct 08:33 PM
MotorsportAlex Powell and Cam McMillan dissect a big week in sportAlex Powell and Cam McMillan dissect a big week in sport. Video / Herald NoqWatch12 Oct 08:30 PM
BusinessSimpler power bills, 'Rare Returns' for red meat, NZX takeover targets as Garth Bray talks businessElectricity Authority eyes standardised billing, limit on back-billing for small businesses and consumers; plus red meat sector returns masking challenges and takeover targets.Watch12 Oct 08:25 PM
New ZealandClimate volatility threatens farm profits, study warnsKōmanawa Solutions ran 295m weather simulations on a North Canterbury farm.12 Oct 08:23 PM
New ZealandSouth Island news wrap: How the local body elections shaped upSouth Island news wrap: How the local body elections shaped up Video / Herald NowWatch12 Oct 08:11 PM
New ZealandTwo gang tangi convoys to be monitored by police in Hawke’s BayExtra patrols are on Hawke’s Bay roads as two gang tangi draw large crowds.12 Oct 08:06 PM
New ZealandOne dead after Canterbury house fire, another critically injuredFire and Emergency was told people were unaccounted for in the blaze. 12 Oct 08:05 PM
Herald NOWPike River remembered: New film premieres on West CoastTony Kokshoorn reflects on the disaster that defined Greymouth, and talks to Herald NOW about the new film.Watch12 Oct 07:40 PM
