PremiumPremiumProperty'Not much': $7200 fine for landlords breaching healthy homes standards too low'Purpose not to deliver healthy homes but to set minimum standards for habitability.' 29 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandFruit and veg chat: Best buys this seasonRyan Bridge talks to fruit and vege expert Glenn Forsyth about the best buys this season.Watch29 Jun 08:58 PM
LivePoliticsLuxon issues warning to judiciary, vows to enforce tough new sentencing lawsChristopher Luxon says he doesn't care if judges think they can skirt the new rules. 29 Jun 08:53 PM
New ZealandHealth Ministry manager 'way too friendly' with alcohol lobbyAlcohol lobbyists gave input on FASD plans, with some submissions fully redacted.29 Jun 08:24 PM
Herald NOWChristopher Luxon on sentence discounts, Whānau Ora funding and the NATO summitPrime Minister Christopher Luxon joins Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge to talk law and order, allegations of misuse of Whānau Ora funds and NATO summit.Watch29 Jun 08:05 PM
AucklandBattery blaze: Ute fire damages electric vehicle, home in WestmereTwo vehicles went up in flames near a two-storey house.29 Jun 08:01 PM
Herald NOWNZ athletes warned sportswear contamination could be a doping riskFormer Olympic Swimmer David Gerrard speaks about NZ athletes being warned sportswear contamination could be a doping risk. Video / Herald NOWWatch29 Jun 07:59 PM
Herald NOWLiam Lawson's best result and the weekend's Warriors lossSports panel Winston Aldworth and Chris Reive join Ryan Bridge to talk Liam Lawson best result in Austria and the weekend's Warriors loss.Watch29 Jun 07:49 PM
Herald NOW16 metre golden Buddhist statue set to ‘tower above’ rural communityA towering Buddhist statue is set tower over rural Waiwera Valley with neighbours upset Auckland Council approved its construction without seeking their input. Video / Herald NOWWatch29 Jun 07:44 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 30 2025Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 30 2025.Watch29 Jun 07:40 PM
Herald NOWWhy your cash in the bank is about to become saferWhy your cash in the bank is about to become safer, 2degrees Business with Business Desk's Garth Bray: 30 June 2025Watch29 Jun 07:40 PM
Herald NOWCalls for Nelson-Tasman Rain Radar after 'devastating' floodsEmergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell talks to Ryan Bridge after floods in Marlborough and Tasman Districts. Video / Herald NOWWatch29 Jun 07:20 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW: Daily News Update: June 30 2025Herald NOW: Daily News Update: June 30 2025Watch29 Jun 07:17 PM
Herald NOW"Very severe" damage throughout flood hit Tasman DistrictTasman District Deputy Mayor Stuart Bryant talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge following "devastating" floods throughout the region.Watch29 Jun 07:11 PM
New ZealandWeighlifters named NZ Team flag bearersWeightlifters David Liti and Tui-Alofa Patolo have been named flag bearers for the New Zealand Team at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games.Watch29 Jun 07:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I'm not ashamed': Rape complainant who later had relationship with cop goes publicThe IPCA has reopened an inquiry into a complaint against the Christchurch detective.29 Jun 06:43 PM
OpinionOpinion: We are one bad rainstorm away from disasterSlash and sediment from logging are major issues in steep hill forestry.29 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandThe first tamariki to enter the West Auckland Creative HubReporter Te Rongopai joins students from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Kōtuku to be the first kids to tour the amazing new Te Puna Creative Hub.Watch29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGolden 16-metre Buddhist statue set to ‘tower above’ horrified communityAuckland Council art 'loophole' horrifies neighbours as giant golden statue takes shape.29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow potential Powerball changes could affect your chances of winningCurrent Powerball odds are one in 38 million, potentially changing to one in 57.5 million.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsOranga Tamariki service provider 'struggling' with funding cuts The agency said it understood it was hard for organisations to see their funding reduced.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Bad advice': Hipkins reflects on Labour's Rotorua housing challengesHipkins said Labour's next campaign will focus on jobs, health, and homes.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: 'What's your poison?' Dry July a lone voice in the swillOPINION: Dry July's low buy-in highlights our aversion to moderation.29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSurvivor Alex McPhail shares identityRape complainant Alex McPhail shares identity, speaks about impact of sexual relationship with detective. Video / Dean PurcellWatch29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBuddha statue in quiet rural valleyNeighbours are upset Auckland Council approved a 16.5m Buddha statue and plinth to be built in North Auckland's Waiwera Valley. Video / David Fisher, SuppliedWatch29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What is the minimum ageing period for Scotch, according to Scottish law?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland firefighters face struggles with ageing fleet and delaysFirefighters worry their ageing engine may impact response times.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Watching Question Time is like a bad comedy show; Trump is no champion for peaceOPINION: Will more schools named after historical figures change names, a reader ponders.29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate homicide in ŌtāhuhuA person has suffered critical injuries following an assault at an accommodation block on Beatty Ave in Ōtāhuhu. Video / NZ HeraldWatch29 Jun 04:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerWhat’s the market mood at the midpoint?OPINON: It has been a big six months and there's plenty more to come.29 Jun 04:17 PM
AucklandPolice hold concerns for two missing Auckland 17-year-oldsThe 17-year-old was last seen in Albany on Friday.29 Jun 09:38 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate unexplained death in Canterbury town Emergency services were called to the scene about 2.50pm29 Jun 08:37 AM
New ZealandTenant in fight with Kāinga Ora over dogs evicted after repeated abuseHe was repeatedly aggressive towards staff, yelling and telling them to 'f*** off'.29 Jun 08:00 AM
PoliticsGovt adds 2 years to prison sentences for assaults on first responders, prison officersThe announcement comes as the Government's tougher sentencing rules come into effect.29 Jun 06:24 AM