Politics'Need to sort themselves out': Te Pāti Māori looks 'a long way' from Govt – HipkinsLeader Chris Hipkins isn't ready to reveal who Labour could work with in Government.02 Oct 02:34 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What type of galaxy is the Milky Way classified as?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.02 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandSpecialist investigators called in after fire at property linked with unsolved murderThe property had been searched twice in the hunt for Jessica Boyce, last seen in 2019.02 Oct 01:52 AM
New ZealandSeventh arrest in investigation into Napier teen's fatal stabbingA 17-year-old female has been charged with intent to injure.02 Oct 01:47 AM
New ZealandDoes Labour have a farming plan? The Country asks Chris Hipkins Plus listen to Harriet Bremner-Pinckney, Mark Ferguson, Deanne Parkes and Chris Russell. 02 Oct 01:40 AM
New Zealand'Could make all the difference': Mum's plea for answers over bus stop killing A machete was found this week in relation to the case and is undergoing forensic testing. 02 Oct 01:32 AM
AucklandDramatic details revealed after SUV filmed slamming into getaway car during Auckland robberyDetectives are urging anyone with dashcam or CCTV on six streets to come forward.02 Oct 01:14 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe perils of compulsory virtue: Lessons from Auckland University's backtrackOPINION: The Senate vote showed 75% of professors wanted courses to be optional.02 Oct 01:00 AM
AucklandPolice focus on car parked on street outside fire-damaged home where 2 people remain missingA forensic tent was erected over a blue vehicle parked on Murvale Dr.02 Oct 12:56 AM
New ZealandBird strike forces Invercargill Air NZ flight to turn back mid-airThe ATR 72-600 flightl to Christchurch made a safe return after the bird strike02 Oct 12:47 AM
CrimeMt Eden boarding house owners fined $27.5k over mouldy ceilings, makeshift bedroomsThe Tenancy Tribunal found the 11-bedroom property was "dirty, unrepaired, and unsafe".02 Oct 12:15 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Shane Jones' silence on energy reforms speaks volumesOPINION: The minister's uncharacteristic reticence is all about election 2026.02 Oct 12:02 AM
New ZealandRoss Shield success: Wairoa praised for the way it hosted tournamentThe game was rugby, but the Ross Shield tournament meant much to Wairoa.01 Oct 11:50 PM
New ZealandEmma Lewisham: Working with Jane Goodall was ‘a profound privilege’The British ethologist died of natural causes while on a speaking tour in the US.01 Oct 11:33 PM
New Zealand'We are a long way from being a ghost town': Community rallies over mill closureThe plywood mill closure will cost 119 workers their jobs, Mayor Gary Petley confirmed.01 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandToitū Te Tiriti cuts ties with Te Pāti Māori over leadership concernsLeaders voted on Tuesday night to formally cut ties with Te Pāti Māori.01 Oct 11:30 PM
PoliticsNgāti Whakaue housing partnership announcement in RotoruaPrime Minister Christopher Luxon at announcement for next stage of Rotorua Manawa Gardens Rental Housing Development Video \ Annabel ReidWatch01 Oct 11:29 PM
New ZealandCompany director caught over $215k 'Phoenix type' PAYE fraud schemeFrederick Mario Mau Epiha withheld more than $215,000 in PAYE tax payments.01 Oct 11:20 PM
New ZealandHow a 9-year-old with rare form of epilepsy left lasting imprints on his townHis mother Elisha Bangma plans a foundation to honour Dixon’s legacy.01 Oct 11:00 PM
PoliticsKiwis' safety 'paramount': MFAT responds as Kiwis aboard Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted by IsraelIt has been reported that three Kiwis are part of the flotilla carrying aid to Gaza.01 Oct 10:57 PM
New Zealand'Fly sick or lose your money': Air NZ under fire over $870 fees for sick passenger's familyAir NZ says the charges were reduced under its compassionate pricing policy.01 Oct 10:46 PM
New ZealandMaking bank in the Bay! Small town sells winning Lotto First Division ticketSaturday’s Powerball jackpot climbs to $12m after no winner last night.01 Oct 10:25 PM
New Zealand'Most beautiful venue': Hawke's Bay's Slackbarn festival ups the scale for second yearThe January 10 festival at Black Barn will feature two stages of live acts.01 Oct 09:53 PM
WorldIsraeli forces intercept Gaza aid flotilla: Greta Thunberg detainedReleased video shows Greta Thunberg being detained after Israeli forces intercepted her Gaza-bound aid flotilla.Watch01 Oct 09:37 PM
New Zealand'Pathetic': Locals blast Woolworths parking rule sparking community feudLocals fear the rule will hurt small shops as shoppers avoid popping between stores.01 Oct 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘Brink of collapse’: Anger and confusion at new pensioner housing partnershipResidents of pensioner housing blocks in Rotorua face rental increases. 01 Oct 08:48 PM
New ZealandSlow cooked: New pig welfare rules to take 10 yearsThe minister said the plan gives farmers 'a realistic timeframe to make changes'.01 Oct 08:41 PM
New Zealand'Every individual matters': Jane Goodall's last message to Auckland school Jane Goodall spoke to 500 students on what would be her final NZ tour.01 Oct 08:16 PM
New ZealandDid Penny Simmonds cross a line in farmers' consent dispute?One affected farm is owned by National MP Suze Redmayne in the Rangitīkei.01 Oct 08:12 PM
New ZealandLeeder steps down after 12 years: The projects he's most proud ofDairy farmer Doug Leeder is retiring from the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.01 Oct 08:03 PM
New ZealandEconomists reveal move needed to stimulate housing marketThe national average house price has grown again, rising 0.1% to $810,141 in September. 01 Oct 08:00 PM
Herald NOWWarehouse cutting losses on flat sales; Bremworth takeover bidBusiness with 2degrees: The Warehouse Group records a $2.8m loss as it sharpens margins; plus Godfrey Hirst & Floorscape owner Mohawk in takeover bid for Bremworth.Watch01 Oct 07:59 PM
New Zealand'We just wanna know that he’s okay': Whānau plea for missing manPolice believe he could now be in either Tauranga or Hastings.01 Oct 07:58 PM
AucklandTwo people 'outstanding' after East Auckland home engulfed by fire The smell of smoke lingers in the air hours after the blaze was put out. 01 Oct 07:52 PM
