New ZealandFerry stuck in Picton after ramp fault traps passengers onboardPassengers waited more than two hours as engineers tried to free the ramp.19 Nov 04:50 AM
New ZealandDrenched: Four BoP rivers reached warning levelsMost rivers were expected to peak overnight. 19 Nov 04:30 AM
New ZealandTwenty police staff investigated for device misuse after McSkimming scandalActing Deputy Commissioner Jill Rogers says charges are possible.19 Nov 04:27 AM
New ZealandHidden contaminant: Tolaga Bay recreation reserve built over old landfillThe reserve was a landfill until 1986 and used for recreation until 2018.19 Nov 04:19 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | U.S politicians vote to release Epstein filesNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | U.S politicians vote to release Epstein Files and Trump defends Saudi Arabia over the murder of a journalist.Watch19 Nov 04:08 AM
New ZealandNecks please: Welcoming zoo's new arrival a tall orderThe 2-year-old giraffe made the 520km trip from Christchurch to Hamilton.19 Nov 04:00 AM
EntertainmentWhitianga Summer Concert cancelled as Iggy Pop tour adds Auckland dateThe new Auckland show at Spark Arena is set for January 29.19 Nov 03:59 AM
New ZealandSupport for schoolmates of Sanson fire victims lacking, guardian saysHugo, August and Goldie were killed on Saturday.19 Nov 03:50 AM
WellingtonPeters unveils new ferries, blames costly consultants for past budget blowoutsPeters says the $596m deal for two hybrid ferries has saved taxpayers billions.19 Nov 03:01 AM
New ZealandChristmas show canned after burst water main floods theatre It is estimated that a million litres surged into the building.19 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Watts: Stronger economy, lower emissions: Minister outlines COP goalsOpinion: New Zealand has committed $400m over four years to cut on-farm emissions.19 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandNew Interislander ferries revealedThe Government has unveiled designs and specifications of new Cook Strait ferries set to sail in 2029.Watch19 Nov 02:30 AM
CrimeHead Hunters trio guilty of executing teen, hiding body in pre-dug graveProsecutors said the victim was killed over 1kg of meth.19 Nov 02:23 AM
New ZealandMagic-sand closures: Council shuts Waipawa, Waipukurau librariesMagic sand used at CHB libraries in after-school activities and holiday programmes. 19 Nov 02:22 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Who was Bob the Builder's brother?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.19 Nov 02:15 AM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing woman in Upper HuttPolice said Anita Hart had last been seen on November 13.19 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Winston Peters' Interislander ferries announcementWinston Peters' Interislander ferries announcement.Watch19 Nov 01:46 AM
ChristchurchItalian military plane’s drama over NZ most-tracked flight in worldA minor technical issue forced the Hercules to circle before a safe landing.19 Nov 01:29 AM
New Zealand'Tone deaf': Labour hits back at Govt over Rotorua housing claimTama Potaka says the city’s turnaround shows 'deliberate, co-ordinated action'.19 Nov 01:27 AM
New ZealandTrio accused of murdering Tristan Oakes enter pleasOakes' whānau also attended the appearance in the High Court at Tauranga this morning.19 Nov 01:19 AM
New ZealandGridlock-causing roadworks pushed to 2026, MP says city was let downNZTA received criticism from multiple levels before making the decision to postpone works.19 Nov 01:05 AM
New ZealandNew measles case linked to Auckland Airport confirmedHealth NZ has revised the national total to 19 after one case was removed.19 Nov 01:05 AM
AucklandMotorist fined $150 by AT for driving along bus lane on police orders after crashThe man officially appealed but the fine was only reversed after Herald questions.19 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandMotorist spots blaze that damaged Whangārei warehouseFire investigator Greg Hartwell said no sprinklers or alarms were installed.19 Nov 12:52 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Hard choices lie ahead" – Bishop warns of 'challenges' with $56b roading package Chris Bishop hinted at delays in the programme. 19 Nov 12:40 AM
ChristchurchCountdown on for 2026 World Buskers Festival in ChristchurchThe 2026 festival will bring acts from 12 countries to five city spots.19 Nov 12:33 AM
New ZealandMan in court after Customs busts $3m meth in roller skate knee pads, art Customs intercepted 10 packages sent nationwide containing 10kg of meth.19 Nov 12:29 AM
CrimeMan accused of killing Auckland resident is named five months after arrestIvan Jordan Fifita was found critically injured on June 29 and later died in hospital. 18 Nov 11:52 PM
New ZealandWhangārei warehouse fire: Videos show aftermath of blazeThe building on Kioreroa Rd went up in flames on Tuesday evening, resulting in a smoke advisory. Video / Brodie StoneWatch18 Nov 11:30 PM
CrimeManawatū Prison out of lockdown after bomb threat triggers searchesPolice received a phone threat about 8.40am, which suggested there was a bomb on site.18 Nov 11:22 PM
PremiumPremiumSustainable business & financeGreen finance meets 'woke banking' debateThe ‘woke banking’ bill review is due before Parliament on November 21.18 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland holiday park ditches TVs to help guests switch off and spot kiwiGuests can hear kiwi calls and may spot the native bird after dark.18 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay flight school expands to train more pilots amid global shortageAir Hawke's Bay will split its operations between Napier and Bridge Pā.18 Nov 09:50 PM
New ZealandSchool reopens after asbestos scare linked to magic sandSchool was closed for a day so inspections could be carried out. 18 Nov 09:48 PM
