PoliticsWatch: Unauthorised haka after Te Pāti Māori MP Oriini Kaipara’s maiden speechAfter a planned waiata at the conclusion of Kaipara’s speech, the majority of those in the public gallery erupted into a haka that was not sanctioned by the House.Watch09 Oct 03:01 AM
Kahu'God calls women to leadership’: Kiwi priest on choosing Archbishop of Canterbury"In my own whakapapa ... some of the greatest rangatira have been women" – Isaac Beach.09 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandFamily shocked after three flaming Molotov cocktails hurled at Auckland home'My granddaughter was sleeping in that room,' the home owner said.09 Oct 02:59 AM
ChristchurchMultiple people seriously injured after 5-vehicle crash near AshburtonNZTA warns of significant delays and advises motorists to consider an alternative route.09 Oct 02:56 AM
New Zealand'In a bad way': Police rescue hypothermic biker in rugged terrainIt took two-and-a-half hours for rescue teams to reach the man in wet conditions.09 Oct 02:53 AM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Rawiri Waititi and Te Pati Maori speak to the media and party membersNZ Herald Live: Rawiri Waititi and Te Pati Maori speak to the media and party members following question time. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Oct 02:33 AM
New ZealandWinston Peters questions $4b Fonterra sale to French dairy giant LactalisThe NZ First leader says Fonterra risks giving away Anchor and Mainland too cheaply.09 Oct 02:23 AM
ChristchurchCar drags crumbling caravan through Christchurch streetsPolice say the driver was fined after towing the caravan through Fendalton.09 Oct 02:16 AM
New Zealand‘It just blew up’: Man charged after West Auckland house erupts in flames during police raidA 54-year-old man faces arson and drug production charges.09 Oct 02:02 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What was the real first name of famous jazz performer Duke Ellington?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.09 Oct 02:00 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori refuses to address ‘dictatorship’ leadership claims as co-leaders reveal coalition plansRawiri Waititi abruptly stopped taking questions once the claims were raised. 09 Oct 01:47 AM
New Zealand'High stress': Amex customers fret after receiving letter about credit cards'If they can’t get their phone number right, why would I trust them with my money?'09 Oct 01:46 AM
ChristchurchBody found at Christchurch coastline after ‘incident’ - policeMembers of the public have been asked to avoid the area. 09 Oct 01:34 AM
PoliticsDavid Seymour and Winston Peters on Israel-Hamas peace plan prospectsDeputy Prime Minister David Seymour and Foreign Minister Winston Peters weigh in on developments in a possible Israel-Hamas peace plan. Video / Mark MitchellWatch09 Oct 01:24 AM
New ZealandGraham Bell: Police pay tribute to 'a bit of a legend'Bell attained 'national treasure' on Police Ten 7, calling out 'gutless goons'.09 Oct 01:03 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Laura Koot on how to be confidentListen online to Mike Green, Blake Holgate, Laura Koot and Andrew Gibson. 09 Oct 12:59 AM
New ZealandMP Oriini Kaipara’s maiden speech (English)MP Oriini Kaipara’s maiden speech (English) - October 9 2025.Watch09 Oct 12:51 AM
New ZealandCouncil error led to $7000 painted portrait of mayorWellington's directive for photo portraits was set in 2023 to cut costs.09 Oct 12:43 AM
New ZealandCaravan dragged through streets of ChristchurchDashcam footage has spotted a caravan that appears to have disintegrated being dragged through the streets of Christchurch. Video / RD KawanaWatch09 Oct 12:34 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hastings couple changing community with free fitness classes'Give me 100 people each session, I want to be challenged,' says Nane Araia.09 Oct 12:21 AM
PoliticsThe key Govt financial indicators doing better than forecastNicola Willis says it shows the Government's work to restore fiscal discipline.09 Oct 12:09 AM
New ZealandYoungest face in the race: The teenager taking on local politicsShe is vying for one of six seats on the Waitākere Ranges local board.09 Oct 12:02 AM
World'Blessed are the peacemakers': Trump announces Gaza peace plan The President took to his social media platform at 11.51am to announce the development. 08 Oct 11:34 PM
PremiumPremiumSport'You're more than just a rugby player': Is rugby's professionalism hurting young Kiwi men?Rising stars are urged to have a life outside of the sport and always have a plan B.08 Oct 11:00 PM
CrimePolice name New Lynn homicide victim as whānau offered supportThe 32-year-old man died at the scene despite the efforts of first responders.08 Oct 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: 'Crowbar Chlöe' – Peters goes nuclear over attack on homeOPINION: Peters is a genuine victim here, but boy, has he used it to maximum advantage.08 Oct 10:30 PM
New ZealandSecretary for Education warns Gloriavale Christian School it may lose registration as private schoolA July ERO review found the school failed three of eight key standards.08 Oct 10:06 PM
New ZealandTwo more banks drop home loan rates after OCR cutKiwibank and BNZ have followed moves by other retail banks yesterday.08 Oct 09:59 PM
New Zealand‘Subdued’: Willis says economy turning corner after Reserve Bank moveThe Finance Minister says early data shows growth returned in the September quarter. 08 Oct 09:55 PM
New ZealandTraffic delays expected on SH29 tonight as rolled truck is removedOne person was injured in this morning's crash near the new Redwood Lane roundabout.08 Oct 09:49 PM
New ZealandTauranga mayor vows cheaper redo after $105m pool project haltedMayor Mahé Drysdale says the rebuild could now cost tens of millions less.08 Oct 09:31 PM
New Zealand'Our sincere apology': Tom Phillips’ parents speak out, say they never supported him Neville and Julia Phillips wrote a letter to their local newspaper. 08 Oct 09:23 PM
New Zealand'Quiet lawnmower': Woolly wanderer Millie needs a new home'They’re social animals, so she needs a mob she can integrate into.'08 Oct 09:14 PM
Herald NOWNew report warns hundreds of thousands of homes are in flood‑prone zonesAlison Collins speaks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the looming flood and erosion crisis.Watch08 Oct 09:10 PM
