PoliticsWatch: Ministers announce massive shake-up of local governmentLocal Government Ministister Simon Watts and RMA Minister Chris Bishop said it was the biggest reform of local government since 1989. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandHow Cook Islands‑flagged ships became tied to Russian and Iranian oil tradeNZ Herald business investigations reporter Matt Nippert has been looking into the use of the Pacific flag in the 'dark fleet'.Watch25 Nov 03:45 AM
PoliticsPM's office clarifies Luxon's suggestion he isn't concerned for National MPs who could lose seatsChris Bishop has also addressed speculation about a leadership coup. 25 Nov 03:43 AM
New ZealandPolice defend releasing details about body found in Te Anihana Pomana searchFormal identification of the body has not yet been confirmed.25 Nov 03:32 AM
New ZealandUrban oasis: Inside Ponsonby’s hidden community farmTucked in between Ponsonby and Herne Bay is the last place you’d expect to find a farm.25 Nov 03:21 AM
ChristchurchAshburton man charged over Stewart Island hunting deathJock Davies was on a hunt with his father and brother when he was killed.25 Nov 03:03 AM
AucklandAuckland G.A.Y nightclub fire now treated as suspicious by policeCCTV footage from inside the club on Karangahape Rd is now being reviewed.25 Nov 03:01 AM
New ZealandHow global beef demand is hitting Maccas' bottom line in New ZealandThe chain exports nearly 30,000 tonnes of beef, about 10% of NZ's total beef exports.25 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandSecond court launches specialist list to cut delays for mentally impaired defendantsGisborne joins Auckland as only the second court with this specialist list.25 Nov 03:00 AM
ChristchurchRespected guide among two dead after Aoraki Mt Cook tragedyTwo other members of the group were airlifted from the mountain uninjured.25 Nov 02:59 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather warning: 25 NovemberMetService severe weather warning: 25 November. Video / MetServiceWatch25 Nov 02:51 AM
PoliticsWatch: Chris Bishop grilled on leadership speculationSpeculation is mounting about Christopher Luxon's future as Prime Minister. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Nov 02:51 AM
New ZealandThree in, three out as Rotorua Trust announces election winnersRotorua Trust election brings three new trustees and a shift in leadership.25 Nov 02:49 AM
AucklandPolice carry out post-mortem on body found in search for Te Anihana PomanaThe 25-year-old was last seen leaving Auckland’s SkyCity hotel on August 21.25 Nov 02:28 AM
New ZealandBuses set to return to a key central Auckland street after years of CRL disruptionAbout 900 buses a day will travel Albert St once services resume on Saturday.25 Nov 02:21 AM
TalanoaClose contact of NZ measles case in quarantine in Cook IslandsThe passenger arrived in the Cook Islands over the weekend.25 Nov 02:16 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Fonterra update with Miles HurrellMiles Hurrell, Michael Every, Richard Wyeth and Peter Newbold talk to The Country. 25 Nov 02:11 AM
New ZealandNational touts education policiesPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Eduction Minister Erica Stanford say the results prove reforms will work. Video / RNZWatch25 Nov 02:09 AM
CrimeArsonist who caused millions of dollars in damage refuses to show her face during sentencingMaya Moore told a neighbour 'no one's going to be safe'.25 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: For whom did Enzo Ferrari primarily race before founding his own company?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.25 Nov 02:00 AM
ChristchurchTwo climbers dead after fall near Aoraki Mt Cook summit, night rescue operation revealedThe pair were roped together when they fell near the summit late last night.25 Nov 01:18 AM
New ZealandBuses set to return to Albert St after years of CRL disruptionAbout 900 buses a day will travel Albert St once services resume on Saturday. Video / Auckland TransportWatch25 Nov 01:03 AM
New Zealand'Frenzied': Gang member stomped on inmate in pack attack while on remand for murderThe 39-year-old delivered five kicks or stomps to the victim's head in Rimutaka Prison.25 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hawke’s Bay security guard shortage eased by MSD training initiative'If he stays on the road that he’s on, he’s going to be with me for many years.'25 Nov 12:54 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonJob cuts loom at Wellington City Council as review says it's overstaffed by 330 rolesReview says staff cuts and reducing services could save tens of millions of dollars.25 Nov 12:52 AM
New ZealandSerious injury at Ōpōtiki kiwifruit packhouse 'shocking and impactful' - GMWorkSafe investigation under way after woman badly hurt while cleaning. 25 Nov 12:24 AM
CrimeWoman injured in overnight assault at Whangārei homePolice are appealing for sightings of a vehicle leaving the scene at speed.25 Nov 12:23 AM
Politics‘Political games’ Winston Peters hits back at Labour over Regulatory Standards repeal, attacks spelling mistakeLabour has opened the door to repealing the Regulatory Standards Act this term.25 Nov 12:17 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday November 25, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Climbers found dead on Mount Cook, crews extinguish Waiuku blaze | Tuesday November 24, 2025 Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Nov 11:57 PM
New Zealand'My little darlings': Mother farewells her three children killed in Sanson house fireMourners in colourful attire filled Crossroads Church in Palmerston North to say goodbye.24 Nov 11:33 PM
AucklandUpdate after Waiuku residents told to stay indoors as major fire drains town’s water supplyMore than 60 firefighters battled the Waiuku blaze through the night.24 Nov 11:30 PM
New Zealand‘Doesn’t think he did anything wrong’: Chef guilty of assaults on teen staffSumeer Thapa will keep his job as chef at Lazeez Mediterranean Grill in Christchurch.24 Nov 11:27 PM
Politics‘Serious shake-up’ of local government that could end regional councils as we know themChristopher Luxon says too many layers of government are slowing progress.24 Nov 11:21 PM
WellingtonTwo more men arrested as 45-year-old killed in Waikanae is named Five people are now in custody in relation to the death of Michael Kenneth Tofts. 24 Nov 10:49 PM
