CrimeMan charged with murder after two people found dead in Hamilton EastA man has been charged with two counts of murder after two people were found dead in Hamilton, police say. The 34-year-old man will appear in the Hamilton District Court tomorrow.Watch02 Apr 11:08 PM
New ZealandEx-CRL boss quits major high-paying Dublin metro project to return to NZSpending years away from family had become 'unsustainable', Dr Sean Sweeney said. 02 Apr 10:30 PM
New ZealandKiwi rock climber suffers serious head injury after fall near Las VegasA Go Fund Me Page to raise funds for medical bills has so far raised nearly $52,500.02 Apr 10:00 PM
New Zealand'A mixed bag': Heavy rain set to lash parts of NZ while others chase Easter weekend sunshineA heavy rain watch is in place for the Westland ranges from midnight tonight.02 Apr 09:11 PM
New Zealand'Slurring his words': Man who fatally crashed into speeding motorcyclist had been at pubVictim Richard Chase had just completed a wheelstand when his bike was struck.02 Apr 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Exciting': Retail shake-up as big-name stores seize opportunitiesBusinesses on the move include Heathcotes, Hunting & Fishing, Cotton On Mega and JB Hi-Fi.02 Apr 08:55 PM
New Zealand'Divided' communities brought back together after four years with new bridgeBuilt with a 90.5m steel arch, Te Rēinga Bridge spans the river with no piers.02 Apr 08:38 PM
New ZealandProperty bosses wrote support letters for 'sugar daddy' on sex charge. A judge wasn't swayedGreg Hornblow's name suppression was lifted this week.02 Apr 07:54 PM
WorldUS hits tallest bridge in IranUS President Donald Trump posted footage of the B1 bridge in Karaj being struck, boasting "the biggest bridge in Iran comes tumbling down". Video / Ariel OseranWatch02 Apr 07:14 PM
New ZealandOne dead after car veers off Central Otago road, goes down bankThe crash happened on Moa Flat Rd in Ettrick around 11.20am yesterday.02 Apr 07:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHigh-country station famed for Hollywood backdrops shifts from farming to films, tourismThe previous owner is disappointed at its move away from being a working station. 02 Apr 07:09 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, April 3, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, April 3, 2026. The Iran and the US war ramps up again after speeches and warnings from both sides. Easter trading rules apply today. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Apr 06:55 PM
Auckland'Beautiful, happy soul': Family remember 9yo girl killed in crash at traffic lightsThe schoolgirl was in a car struck by another vehicle while waiting for a green light.02 Apr 06:15 PM
WorldBody camera footage released of Tiger Woods' arrestThe golfer is shown taking a sobriety test and being handcuffed following his car most recent car crash. Video / Martin County Sheriff’s OfficeWatch02 Apr 05:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay CEOs’ biggest worry: The soaring cost of energyA June summit aims to shape a regional energy strategy for Hawke's Bay.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier mayor gets onto his e-scooter as councils brace for fuel crisis'On a nice day, you can’t beat it,' Richard McGrath says.02 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMission Concert organiser felt 'fobbed off' after Government declined funding'The New Zealand Government has an agenda that I do not understand.'02 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionGary Hamilton-IrvineWhy Easter still matters: Learning from the squabble of 195AD - Gary Hamilton-IrvineOPINION: It is a special time, but one where the main point can sometimes get forgotten.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Extraordinary people': Couple humbled by foster parenting awardWhen their baby granddaughter needed a new home, the empty-nesters did not hesitate.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland man in 'excruciating' pain waits four hours for ambulanceAll ambulances in Northland were already tied up with other callouts.02 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Bob Dylan's first album was released in 1962 – what was it titled?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.02 Apr 04:00 PM
OpinionAnne-Marie Roerink: What young Americans’ red meat revival means for NZOPINION: Beef is now both the largest and fastest-growing meat category in US retail. 02 Apr 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Make good choices': Police ramp up crackdown on unsafe driving over Easter weekendPolice will have a high level of visibility on the roads this Easter holiday weekend.02 Apr 03:59 PM
New ZealandCordons remain after two people found dead at Hamilton East addressPolice were called about 4pm after two people were found dead.02 Apr 08:12 AM
New ZealandGreyhound racing to end in August after Parliament backs banA new transition agency will oversee the sport's wind‑down and rehoming of dogs.02 Apr 07:27 AM
TalanoaPassengers on disrupted Pacific-bound flights may be up for refundAir NZ has apologised to affected passengers and said safety was a priority.02 Apr 06:33 AM
New Zealand'It’s horrific': Solo mum faces $1300 bill after thieves drill fuel tank, steal petrolRahema Lingman says people are 'going to extreme lengths' amid the fuel crisis.02 Apr 06:03 AM
CrimeConflicting abuse claims: Judge declines discount for sex offender’s sentenceThe offending destroyed the once-tight family unit.02 Apr 06:02 AM
New ZealandTwo Bay councils make 'landmark' water decision after long debateTauranga and Western Bay to form water organisation – with Thames-Coromandel keen to join.02 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandMassive rat seen slinking through Auckland hospitalPest control workers were called to Middlemore Hospital in Ōtāhuhu after a large rat was filmed wandering through the emergency department waiting room. Video / @auntytuckshopnzWatch02 Apr 05:00 AM
Auckland'Disgusting': Huge rat seen slinking through Auckland hospitalThe 12-second TikTok of the rat at Middlemore has hit nearly 100,000 views.02 Apr 05:00 AM
Crime'This is the offending you do when no one is watching': Crown sums up medical child abuse caseDefence lead Marie Dyhrberg, KC, says there was 'no direct proof of harm'.02 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandHamilton teacher keeps job after rape comment to 13-year-old studentIn a second 2022 incident, Shannan McPeak said he wished he could hit a student’s bum.02 Apr 04:26 AM
WellingtonFuel crisis drives record Wellington bus usage, 2.7 million trips taken in MarchMetlink recorded 3.6 million trips across bus, rail and harbour ferry services last month.02 Apr 04:25 AM
