New ZealandEx-Gloriavale leader appeals 'manifestly excessive' jail sentence for sex abuse Howard Temple, 85, admitted offending over 20-plus years. 19 Feb 03:02 AM
WellingtonEarthquakes to potholes: New hazard-reporting tool created for KiwisThe site was created to work alongside official channels, like councils and police. 19 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandNew-look Ōropi Grove: What riders can expect as mountain bike park reopensAbout 10,000 tonnes of trees were felled to protect underground water pipes.19 Feb 02:59 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What was the name of Google's AI model before it was renamed to Gemini?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.19 Feb 02:00 AM
CrimeHow undercover investigators nailed Jonah Lomu's brother in a drug schemeThe rugby legend's younger brother used his job at FedEx to circumvent Customs inspectors.19 Feb 01:25 AM
CrimePolice charge three men in Dunedin in organised crime and drug supply casePolice say the Willis St raid targeted illegal activity being run through businesses.19 Feb 01:10 AM
New ZealandPerson dies after being pulled from water at popular Dunedin beachThe person was unresponsive when rescuers reached them at St Clair Beach. 19 Feb 12:53 AM
New ZealandRecord returns for kiwifruit on The CountryOn today: Jason Te Brake, Shane Jones, Tom Martin, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell. 19 Feb 12:43 AM
New ZealandLandslide and treefall: Campground reopens after evacuationAll 107 guests were evacuated on Saturday while engineers checked the Ōhiwa slope.19 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandHome invasion victim wakes to intrudersThe offenders allegedly fled in the victim's car.19 Feb 12:37 AM
PoliticsGovt law change to hit debt payments for 40,000 peopleThe coalition has introduced legislation that reverses a High Court ruling. 19 Feb 12:25 AM
New Zealand'No way of knowing': Tradie killed in sunstrike crash wouldn't have seen road work signsTony Saunders is one of 15 people killed in sunstrike crashes in the past five years.19 Feb 12:20 AM
New ZealandKiwi teens turn plastic buckets into 'hype' viral music actThe Tauranga quintet drum exclusively on bright orange buckets from Mitre 10.19 Feb 12:12 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday, February 19, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Prime Minister allays Harbour Bridge toll concerns and police operation underway in Christchurch | Thursday, February 19, 2026Watch18 Feb 11:52 PM
New ZealandSerial heckler interrupts Chris Bishop's Auckland housing speechVision NZ candidate Karl Mokaraka interrupts Housing Minister Chris Bishop's Auckland housing speech. Video / Dean PurcellWatch18 Feb 11:52 PM
Politics'More coherent': Seymour reveals first ministries he would axeThe Act leader maintains the portfolios belonging to his MPs wouldn't be exempt.18 Feb 11:49 PM
AucklandWatch: Serial heckler hijacks Bishop's Auckland housing U-turn as Govt slashes plan'We have listened,' the Prime Minister said as major changes were announced. 18 Feb 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 'Outright race-baiting' – Winston Peters shocks chamberOPINION: Peters' response to another MP's question sparked an outcry in the House.18 Feb 11:30 PM
New ZealandTauranga homeless community in 'shock' after death of one of their ownDax Holland's death is being investigated as a homicide, police have confirmed.18 Feb 11:18 PM
Herald NOWHow to build a backyard granny flat now building consent rules have easedG.J. Gardners' Matt Lelean on how to navigate the costs and regulations of adding a minor dwelling to your property. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch18 Feb 11:13 PM
New ZealandRegional Council election spending revealedStuart Crosby got in, but others who spent thousands failed to win.18 Feb 11:08 PM
New ZealandSinging dentist fills a hole in Hawke's Bay's music scene'I love being a dentist ... but it's really nice to have that creative outlet as well.'18 Feb 10:50 PM
New ZealandWhy are cicadas so loud this time of year – and is it dangerous?New Zealand has at least 42 cicada species, each with its own distinct song.18 Feb 10:48 PM
New ZealandChris Bishop's U-turn on intensification plans for AucklandChris Bishop's U-turn on intensification plans for AucklandWatch18 Feb 10:39 PM
New ZealandRuatangata West man identified as person who died in crashThree other people were taken to hospital with minor injuries after the crash.18 Feb 10:27 PM
New ZealandRunner attacked by dogs weeks before fatal maulingBrandon Tai was chased by three dogs in the area and suffered a bite to his calf.18 Feb 09:32 PM
New ZealandSchool bus and car crash leaves one injured in WaikatoEmergency crews from Morrinsville Fire Station managed traffic at the scene.18 Feb 09:26 PM
Auckland'Quite scary': Neighbours rattled after suspected South Auckland garage shootingThe injured person was taken to Middlemore Hospital in a serious condition.18 Feb 09:23 PM
New ZealandEngineers identify 42 slips on Mauao walking tracksTwelve of the slips are classed as severe, needing complex, long‑term work.18 Feb 09:21 PM
Herald NOWPanel: Easter alcohol sales and the Reserve BankDave Letele and Trish Sherson share their views on alcohol sales over Easter and the Reserve Bank’s role in the economy.Watch18 Feb 09:05 PM
AucklandHousing rethink: Govt set to slash 2 million-home plan and pull back from Auckland suburbsThe new rules are expected to prioritise CBD and rail corridors over suburbs.18 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandState Highway 1 reopened after serious crashEmergency services were called to the scene just after 7.30am.18 Feb 08:13 PM
New Zealand'Full circle': No housing for Parau Farms as city reverts to sports field plan 'We can do housing better elsewhere,' Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale says.18 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Airport narrows guidance on full year profit, Sky City first half liftsBusiness with Forsyth Barr: Auckland International Airport lifts the floor on FY26 guidance to $295-320m, while Sky City posts a $12m first half NPAT.Watch18 Feb 07:54 PM
