New ZealandPartygoer was being 'a bit of a smart guy' before being shot dead in the streetDavid Bridgwater, 38, was found on the ground beside his still‑running car in Aranui.13 Oct 05:10 AM
New ZealandHunt unseats Stolwerk as voters back change in Northland council shake-upPeter-Lucas Jones, Tui Shortland and Rick Stolwerk have been ousted from their roles.13 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandMore measles cases confirmed in Northland as total rises to 12Both new Northland cases were already in quarantine while infectious.13 Oct 04:41 AM
New ZealandWhakatāne voters want 'something different': Mayor-elect Nándor TánczosThe former Green MP says voters made a clear choice on council spending and nice-to-haves.13 Oct 04:35 AM
New Zealand'Loudest bang': Electric bus smoking after crashing into West Auckland train stationPictures show the moment an Auckland Transport bus crashed into a station. 13 Oct 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Crushing result’: Serial con artist appeals lengthy jail termCon artist now says he has multiple serious mental health issues.13 Oct 04:17 AM
PoliticsSilly Hat Party, vampire and clown contenders lose out in local electionsDespite their eccentric personas, these hopefuls had limited success this weekend.13 Oct 04:00 AM
WellingtonAndrew Little says Wellington Council has launched review of controversial $116m projectLittle has already got to work and traversed the 'big issues' with Wellington Council CEO.13 Oct 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Ignoring debt will only make things worse': IRD threatens overdue taxpayersThe IRD says it has already stepped up enforcement of payments this year. 13 Oct 03:58 AM
KahuPermission denied: Brian Tamaki forced to change Labour weekend protest plansTamaki claimed he postponed the bridge protest – but permission was actually denied.13 Oct 03:58 AM
New ZealandMetService Weather Update: October 13-14MetService Weather Update: October 13-14. Video / MetServiceWatch13 Oct 03:58 AM
AucklandDesperate search for missing 16-year-old from AucklandPolice and family say they hold serious concerns for her welfare.13 Oct 03:52 AM
New Zealand'A really nice vibe': Hundreds compete in Hawke’s Bay women’s triathlonIt was the event’s first time hosted at the sports park.13 Oct 03:45 AM
New Zealand'Fabulous young man': Waikato community mourns 14yo's motocross death'He had an incredible heart, infectious smile and was full of love and life.'13 Oct 03:40 AM
New ZealandDeadly flooding worsened by probable blockage at river mouth during Cyclone GabrielleWater flows exceeded flood of 1938, and doubled that of 2018.13 Oct 03:33 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the speed of light?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.13 Oct 02:57 AM
Politics‘Significant boost’: Education Minister Stanford hails jump in structured literacy resultsThe Government puts focus on fresh educational results.13 Oct 02:50 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Marathon coffee making shift raises nearly $20k for dad fighting cancerWith the support of a city, and 11 cups of coffee, Chris Jarvis pushed through the night.13 Oct 02:45 AM
New ZealandCrash blocks SH2 north of Napier, drivers urged to avoid areaTraffic is being diverted while the northbound lane remains closed.13 Oct 02:37 AM
New ZealandStarbucks, Burger King get go-ahead for tiny Waikato town – but there's a catchThe approval comes despite overwhelming opposition from submitters.13 Oct 02:09 AM
New ZealandCold seas, doomed boat: Fishing trip ends in fatal capsizeAfter swimming for some time, two fishermen reached the shore but the third did not. 13 Oct 02:00 AM
PoliticsHow tiny margins flipped councils – and ended big-city dynastiesJonathan Larsen looks set to edge Snow Tane by just five votes in Kaipara.13 Oct 01:48 AM
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
