Crime'Executed for profit': Trio jailed for teen's mafia-style killing at pre-dug gravePolice searched for nine months before finding Jayden Mamfredos' body 3m underground.03 Feb 10:36 PM
New ZealandName suppression lifts for Napier woman accused of murderA woman charged with murdering a man in Napier last month can now be named.03 Feb 10:29 PM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon speaks to media from WaitangiPrime Minister Christopher Luxon visited the Waitangi grounds today, where he faced the Iwi Chairs Forum in a private meeting to discuss his Government’s past year in power.Watch03 Feb 10:20 PM
New ZealandNeedle steriliser a 'third hand' for farmersWaikato-born designer Jade Luxton built the first Sterineedle in high school. 03 Feb 10:11 PM
New ZealandPolice cordon central Hamilton streets as incident unfoldsHamilton police incident: Central streets blocked by cordons as incident unfolds. Video / NZ HeraldWatch03 Feb 10:03 PM
New Zealand'Colossus of a man': Business leader dies after Napier nightclub assaultA 21-year-old man appeared in court on Tuesday, as police consider more charges. 03 Feb 09:37 PM
New ZealandFamilies flock back to Outfield as Hawke’s Bay festival returns after breakCo-director Reuben Vergis says growing family crowds reflect the festival's ethos.03 Feb 09:36 PM
New Zealand'This isn’t about putting prices up': Rafting business merger goes to ComComThe deal would see all of Rotorua's rafting companies form a joint venture.03 Feb 09:32 PM
New ZealandNew charter school aims to boost attendance in WairoaTe Whare Kounga opens in term three with 65 students, rising to 165 by 2027.03 Feb 09:26 PM
CrimeSerial sex predator and murderer Malcolm Rewa pleads guilty to another historical rapeThe court heard Rewa, 72, sexually violated a woman in Auckland in 1988.03 Feb 09:22 PM
New ZealandA Moment In Crime podcast: Special investigation delves into life of alleged cancer fraudsterNicola Flint told friends she was dying of cancer. Police say she never had the disease.03 Feb 09:14 PM
New Zealand'Very unusual': Fears grow for Southland farmer missing for almost a monthLast weekend, police focused intensive searches on his Caesar Rd property.03 Feb 08:54 PM
WellingtonCouncil issues warning over cliff collapse risk at popular swim spot Horizon Regional Council says a fresh slip has gone into the water with a threat of more.03 Feb 08:45 PM
PoliticsHow a dusty Gerry Brownlee led to a road to Waitangi being sealedMinisters, council celebrate collaboration ahead of invective at Thursday's pōwhiri. 03 Feb 08:37 PM
New ZealandConservation dog Scout sniffing out last of Otago Peninsula problem possumsThe Otago Peninsula has almost completely eradicated possums, with the help of Scout. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch03 Feb 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumPersonal FinanceSuper costly? Politicians hesitant to heed Treasury warnings on curtailing cost of NZ SuperMajor changes to NZ Super unlikely after election, according to current polling.03 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandThieves urged to return Olympic gold medal stolen from rowing great's Christchurch homePolice say the gold medal can be returned anonymously via any station.03 Feb 07:41 PM
PoliticsShane Jones claims ‘whole story’ behind Labour MP’s resignation not being toldFormer minister Peeni Henare has said he is leaving politics after 12 years.03 Feb 07:35 PM
New ZealandBishop: 'licences are a critical enabler of work'Minister of Transport says driver licensing changes are about making it easier for New Zealanders to get a driver's licence. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch03 Feb 07:24 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 2 - 8Rod Emmerson's take on the week.03 Feb 07:13 PM
WellingtonAustralian brand under fire for 'cultural appropriation' had earlier claimed to be Māori-ownedAustralian activewear brand AROHA has faced criticism around “cultural appropriation". 03 Feb 07:00 PM
Business‘Dying is hard to do’: Cancer sufferer says KiwiSaver withdrawal bar too highSome terminal patients are refused early access if death is not imminent.03 Feb 06:57 PM
New Zealand'Well involved': Crews tackle late-night Taupō commercial fireFire crews spent nearly three hours bringing the blaze under control.03 Feb 06:55 PM
New ZealandSeymour confirms critical minerals mining has been discussed at cabinetMarama Davidson and David Seymour debate critical minerals; school uniforms; and a wealth tax. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch03 Feb 06:45 PM
BusinessMajor insurer declines new home insurance policies for BlenheimThe insurer cites flood risk in Westport and seismic exposure in Canterbury.03 Feb 06:43 PM
New ZealandPharmac moves toward funding weight loss drug Wegovy: Diabetes expert weighs inDiabetes Foundation board chair Dr John Baker on the benefits of Wegovy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch03 Feb 06:39 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, February 4, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Will unemployment rates change? Fears regarding changes to licensing system and major data breach at Mange My Health. Video / NZHWatch03 Feb 06:04 PM
Olympics'Take it chill': The mindset behind Fin Melville Ives' halfpipe riseMelville Ives comes into the Games after World Championship, World Cup and X Games wins.03 Feb 05:20 PM
OpinionAs Australia’s online harm crackdown reshapes the debate, NZ must find its own pathNew Zealand arguably lags other developed countries in tackling a problem that is growing.03 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Huge loss': Pushback at plan to close Hawke's Bay post branchesRaureka Masonic Village residents are preparing a petition.03 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice dog bites contractor amid tense search after deadly Mount Maunganui landslidePolice say the incident is under review to understand how it happened.03 Feb 04:01 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: New Zealand's SailGP team are called the Black what?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.03 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDigger din: Fletcher Living night time construction keeps residents awakeAn Auckland man says he couldn't sleep for nights on end with a construction digger ripping up the footpath late at night. Video / SuppliedWatch03 Feb 04:00 PM
Wellington'Not a nice-to-have': Teacher aides struggling with job insecurityOnly 10% of teacher aides in New Zealand work full-time.03 Feb 04:00 PM
