New ZealandElection tampering claims against young Waikato candidate raised with policeFabio Rodrigues, 19, denies handing out voting papers at his Pōkeno job.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidate Shakaina Fraser revelling in ‘dark horse’ tagGetting people off the streets is a key issue: 'Some used to own or rent homes'.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'He would look to eliminate us': Trump's autism claim slammedUniversity of Otago pediatrics and child health science officer, Joanne Dacombe, is with us to dive into how comments like Trump's affect autistics and their families.Watch25 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Sorry folks, we've got nothing' – Thieves strip church of food for communityLawnmowers, a weed eater, kayaks and food are among the items stolen.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'He would look to eliminate us': Autism advocates condemn Trump claimNZ researchers now focus on inclusion and daily support over false causes.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Which two countries first clashed in North America in the Seven Years’ War?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.25 Sep 05:00 PM
ChristchurchHave you seen Jason? Police looking for missing man last seen in AshburtonHe may be wearing a red and black checkered hoodie with black jeans.25 Sep 08:24 AM
New ZealandSex offender recalled to prison after parole breach in ChristchurchThe Parole Board ruled Leo Goodwin poses an undue risk to the safety of the community.25 Sep 08:03 AM
CrimeChildren as young as 5: Man sentenced for possessing child exploitation material The man is not required to register as a child sex offender. 25 Sep 07:32 AM
AucklandAuckland butcher forced to discard meat stored in trolley after council steps inShefco Meats says it has been misrepresented and is 'proud of the standards we uphold'.25 Sep 07:22 AM
New ZealandBalloons over Waikato 2026: Festival an eight-day celebrationThe festival will be bigger and better, organisers hope.25 Sep 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomBusiness leaders back using KiwiSaver and Super Fund for infrastructureJust over half of top executives back using KiwiSaver to fund projects.25 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandConcerning driving trend for young Kiwi motorists exposedNearly one in four young drivers admits to scrolling social media while behind the wheel.25 Sep 06:38 AM
New Zealand'I used to purposely get myself arrested': City-dweller on life sleeping roughOne man said he used to get arrested so he'd have a bed and a break from substance abuse.25 Sep 06:35 AM
New ZealandAuckland residents ‘horrified’ as native trees cut down in Freemans BayAxes and chainsaws dashed hopes of saving native trees at an Auckland housing complex.25 Sep 06:15 AM
LifestyleDaylight saving returns Sunday – what to know before the changeFire and Emergency urges households to test smoke alarms this weekend.25 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandEels attacked with machete and stones in Tasman creekCouncil staff say the cruel behaviour has resurfaced after earlier attempts to stop it.25 Sep 05:48 AM
New ZealandSalvage operation under way for twice-sunk launchMaritime NZ is investigating the cause of the latest sinking near Slipper Island.25 Sep 05:35 AM
New ZealandMissing woman Te Anihana Pomana has not been seen for five weeksDespite Auckland's wide CCTV coverage, no sightings of the 25yo have been confirmed.25 Sep 05:28 AM
New Zealand'Viciously attacked': Two charged after Pukekohe supermarket assaultThe victim was allegedly punched and kicked in a daylight attack.25 Sep 05:22 AM
New Zealand'It's the first of everything': Jackie Akuhata-Brown opens up on local election bidAkuhata-Brown is completing a Masters in Applied Indigenous Knowledge.25 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandPlayer injured while pursuing Super Rugby contract turned to life of crimeTuaefe Palelei will be deported to NZ when he finishes serving time for dealing drugs. 25 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand'I was so naive': Kaikōura councillor recalls shock at being paid for roleShe was first elected weeks before the 7.8-magnitude quake in November 2016.25 Sep 04:49 AM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomMood of the Boardroom: Executives call for long-term energy planHalf of bosses surveyed said coal use would not hurt export competitiveness.25 Sep 04:30 AM
New ZealandSevere weather watches as All Blacks test faces rain threatSnowfall warnings are in place for six major South Island alpine passes.25 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Update | Government ramps up diagnostic tests, Fonterra reports strong yearNZ Herald Afternoon Update | Government ramps up diagnostic tests and union for senior doctors and dentists gets ‘the ball rolling’.Watch25 Sep 03:31 AM
Crime'Unrelenting offending': Serial shoplifter's crime spree while on bailHer $5086 haul included groceries, fuel, clothing, jewellery and power tools.25 Sep 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Significant step forward': Cambridge to Piarere expressway gets green lightMore than 20,000 vehicles use the Cambridge to Piarerre stretch of SH1 every day.25 Sep 03:05 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Who was the first Beatle to release a solo album?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.25 Sep 03:00 AM
Herald NOWTrusted builders trial self-certificationProperty with G.J. Gardner – G.J. Gardner Franklin franchise owner Grant Robinson on a new pilot programme for speeding up consenting processes.Watch25 Sep 02:46 AM
New ZealandDairy farmer, ex-imam, who exploited migrant workers loses fine appeal'There was a clear imbalance of power between the employees and Mr Abdul-Jabbar.'25 Sep 02:18 AM
New ZealandCalls grow for reprint after voting papers error in Hastings electionThe booklet skipped from page 12 to 29, cutting out some wards.25 Sep 02:09 AM
ChristchurchSearch to identify mystery man found dead in Christchurch goes global Police have given Interpol fingerprints, DNA and photos to help identify the man.25 Sep 02:08 AM
New ZealandKiwi held in US detention centre, MFAT providing assistanceA second New Zealander has been detained in a US detention facility since August.25 Sep 02:00 AM