New ZealandWoman to appear in court after Christchurch dog attackThree people were injured during the attack, one critically.23 Feb 02:35 AM
New Zealand'Walk together with our partners': Six new iwi homes open in FlaxmereThe opening of six new homes on Whakaruru Cres marks a major milestone for Flaxmere.23 Feb 02:32 AM
New ZealandSouth Taranaki councillor 'disgusted' at behaviour of 'hostile' group at car meetA video shows about a dozen people surrounding a lone police car in Ōaonui.23 Feb 02:26 AM
RugbyNZ Rugby agrees to new deal with playersWomen in Super Rugby Aupiki will now earn up to $25,000 a season.23 Feb 02:16 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What animal joined a cross-country skiing race at the 2026 Winter Olympics?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.23 Feb 02:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSir Selwyn Cushing dies: The life and times of the ultimate self-made manHe became a qualified accountant at 19. But that was just the start.23 Feb 02:05 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which country operates on a 13-month year?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.23 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandCruise among big-ticket prizes boosting Supper Club fundraiser for family retreatsRaffle tickets start at $25, offering 12 chances to win prizes worth hundreds of dollars.23 Feb 01:50 AM
New ZealandWatch: Black Falcons honour landslide victims with display over surf lifesaving eventThe carnival moved from Mount Maunganui after last month’s fatal landslide.23 Feb 01:38 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: David Seymour speaks to mediaDavid Seymour speaks to mediaWatch23 Feb 01:18 AM
New ZealandTrump, tariffs and trade with Todd McClay on The CountryOn today's show: Todd McClay, Todd Clark and friends, Harry Gaddum, and Jacob Siermans. 23 Feb 01:12 AM
New ZealandPolice condemn 'dangerous' act after car reverses down motorway, driver cites engine troublePolice say he claimed transmission issues meant the BMW could only move in reverse.23 Feb 01:11 AM
New Zealand'Lucky to be alive': Five injured climbers, one needing CPR, in five-hour Mt Taranaki rescueAll five weekend hikers were hurt after an incident on the mountain, three seriously.23 Feb 01:07 AM
New Zealand50-hour-old baby died while nurse was on break Despite efforts to revive the child, he couldn't be saved. 23 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandThree-vehicle crash on SH1 near ŌrewaEmergency services are responding to a diesel spill and a three-vehicle crash north of Auckland.Watch23 Feb 12:59 AM
New ZealandMetService afternoon weather update: February 23-24MetService afternoon weather update: February 23-24. Video / MetServiceWatch23 Feb 12:20 AM
New ZealandCyclists chased in months before fatal Kaihū dog attack: Police appeal for informationPolice say cyclists may have been chased by dogs in Kaihū in November and December.23 Feb 12:19 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Nicola Willis speaks to mediaNicola Willis speaks to the mediaWatch23 Feb 12:08 AM
New ZealandGovt to use funds from Visitor Levy to restore fire-damaged parts of Tongariro National ParkThe $3.5m fund will be spent over five years on the damaged areas.23 Feb 12:06 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Monday, February 23, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Police hopeful move-on orders will help homeless and exporters face more trade turmoil | Monday, February 23, 2026Watch23 Feb 12:04 AM
New ZealandDiesel spill and three-vehicle crash closes all SH1 northbound lanes at ŌrewaPolice say one person has been injured and drivers should expect long delays.22 Feb 11:58 PM
EntertainmentPrince and Princess of Wales stun as Kate rewears iconic Gucci gownThe Prince and Princess of Wales walked the British Academy Film Awards (Baftas) red carpet together in London.Watch22 Feb 11:53 PM
New ZealandNZ has 'front-row seat' to only lunar eclipse of 2026Stardome says you need only your eyes and clear skies to see the event.22 Feb 11:49 PM
AucklandEmbattled Teaching Council CEO resigns after release of two critical reportsThe council launched an employment process last week concerning its CEO. 22 Feb 11:40 PM
Herald NOWIs Matthew Horncastle New Zealand's answer to Elon Musk?Business with Forsyth Barr: Volatility back in play for exporters; Williams Corp’s outspoken CEO and what the dairy world looks like from where Bega sits.Watch22 Feb 11:38 PM
New Zealand'Hugely positive': Fewer Hawke's Bay rescue helicopter missions in 2025The Hawke's Bay Rescue Helicopter said the most notable decline was in search and rescue. 22 Feb 11:31 PM
New ZealandPharmacy sells $1m winning Lotto ticket amid Art Deco FestivalDid you go to the famous Napier festival? The winner has yet to claim their prize.22 Feb 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Happy and adorable boy': Dad admits killing 10-month-old son Mustafa AliMukzameel Mukhzar Ali pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of manslaughter.22 Feb 10:41 PM
PoliticsHipkins fires up at Govt policies, Willis asks where Labour's are?Hipkins continued to impress upon voters the need to make realistic promises. 22 Feb 10:38 PM
New ZealandNew weight-loss jab Mounjaro approved but high monthly cost limits accessPatients taking Mounjaro at its highest dose lost an average 22% of body weight – doctor.22 Feb 10:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Totally inappropriate': Coalition upset over Army’s new te ao Māori bicultural plan Army slightly pulls head in after it surprises Judith Collins with its bicultural plans.22 Feb 10:16 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ’s redundancy payouts a ‘disgraceful waste of money’ - PSAHealth NZ spent $57.91 million on non-clinical redundancies from 2023 to 2025.22 Feb 10:13 PM
New ZealandWeekend shears double for Toa Henderson as World Champs loomThe World Shearing and Woolhandling Championships kick off in Masterton next week.22 Feb 10:09 PM
Crime'I’m not that guy to rape someone': Suspect's police interview played at gang rape trialHe said he remembered very little about the incident due to his inexperience with alcohol.22 Feb 10:08 PM
