New ZealandOtago family's $5.3m Powerball win after years playing same numbersThe Otago family scooped the $5.3m prize with a $6 MyLotto ticket.29 Jan 03:05 AM
New ZealandNorthland's 'tsunami of support' takes recovery to cut-off communitiesAgencies from the MSD to Health NZ are offering on-the-ground help and advice.29 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies in crash that closes highway near Hanmer SpringsThe motorcyclist died at the scene despite efforts by emergency services.29 Jan 02:30 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Mt Maunganui vigilA community vigil is taking place at Coronation Park to honour those affected by the deadly slips in the region, one week on.Watch29 Jan 02:27 AM
New ZealandWeekend scorcher: Hawke's Bay heading for 30C+ and clear blue skiesMetService says Hawke's Bay can expect clear skies from Friday to Monday.29 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What language does the word 'emoji' come from?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.29 Jan 02:00 AM
New Zealand11yo's flax tribute to landslide victimsLuca Collier, 11, has been teaching people how to make flax crosses to pay tribute to the landslide victims. Video / Rosalie Liddle-CrawfordWatch29 Jan 01:34 AM
New ZealandMetService Afternoon Weather Update: January 29 2026MetService Afternoon Weather Update: January 29 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch29 Jan 01:13 AM
New ZealandArrest made over alleged Napier petrol station aggravated robberyOne youth has been charged over the incident that happened about 1.15am yesterday.29 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Winston Peters on immigration and an FTA with IndiaJamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, David Birkett, Brian de Lore, and Chris Russell. 29 Jan 12:46 AM
New ZealandMid-air emergency as plane bound for Tauranga Airport reports cockpit filling with smoke A passenger plane was in a holding pattern while emergency services attended the incident.29 Jan 12:45 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks on flood zoneChristopher Luxon speaks to the media after visiting Te TairāwhitiWatch29 Jan 12:43 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Trouble brewing in coalition as Peters pushes his advantageOPINION: Winston Peters is walking all over his partners with his attack on the India FTA.29 Jan 12:19 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPeters hits back at Luxon: Row deepens between NZ First, National over India immigrationThe Trade Minister is also fighting back.29 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandKelly Slater to headline elite golf club lunch to save surf lifesaving baseOnly 100 guests will attend the once-in-a-lifetime Te Arai Links event.29 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandShearing record-breaker and top UK farmer back in the BayMatt Smith is from Hawke's Bay, but represents England in the world shearing championship.29 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandSerious crash closes SH7 near Hanmer Springs, motorists urged to avoid areaSerious injuries have been reported and the Serious Crash Unit is en route.28 Jan 11:59 PM
New ZealandInsurer expecting $50m in payouts from October stormIt's the second-most number of claims for an event in FMG's 120-year history. 28 Jan 11:51 PM
New Zealand'Potentially deadly consequences': Major 12-hour IT outage hits NZ hospitalsThe PSA says cuts to Health NZ digital teams left patients facing extra risk.28 Jan 11:47 PM
New ZealandHusband charged with careless driving causing death of wife in crashThe single-vehicle crash occurred on August 9 last year on SH23. 28 Jan 11:39 PM
AucklandWatch: Video emerges of violent mass brawl on Karangahape RdMore than 50 people were involved in the early morning street fights.28 Jan 11:35 PM
New ZealandWellington City Council finds second error in rates billsWellington Mayor Andrew Little said they had accidentally overcharged ratepayers. Video / Mark MitchellWatch28 Jan 11:33 PM
CrimeVideo emerges online of mass brawl on Karangahape RdPolice are still appealing to the public for information on the fight that allgedly 50 people took part in.Watch28 Jan 11:03 PM
WellingtonMayor Andrew Little 'really sorry' after second error found in Wellington rates billsCouncil says it overcharged ratepayers an average of $10 each in its recent rates demands.28 Jan 10:58 PM
PoliticsAct Party's lack of support for modern slavery bill sees National team up with LabourThis is the first time such a rule has been used in Parliament.28 Jan 10:56 PM
New ZealandPedestrian dies in hospital after struck by vehicle on Auckland residential streetEmergency services were called to Commodore Dr in Lynfield just after 8am.28 Jan 10:51 PM
New Zealand'Open for business': Mayor urges caution as Coromandel rebuilds after stormNine Thames-Coromandel homes are red‑stickered and exempt from rates.28 Jan 10:35 PM
New ZealandTe Araroa floods: Grandmother’s home left in ‘total devastation’Philippa Wright and her whānau fled as a wall of water hit their tiny home.28 Jan 10:15 PM
EntertainmentKing Charles, Queen Camilla attend premiere at Windsor Castle for King's documentaryKing Charles III and Queen Camilla attend the premiere at Windsor Castle for the King's new documentary, "Finding Harmony: A King's Vision". Video / AFPWatch28 Jan 10:06 PM
Wellington'Step towards equality': Health advocate urges Pharmac to fund drug for women's libidoThere are currently no testosterone treatments designed for women funded in New Zealand.28 Jan 10:05 PM
CrimeLaw firm cyber attack prompts warning for smaller businessesNapier firm Langley Twigg Law was hacked on January 11, exposing client files.28 Jan 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘It was the compulsion to act’: Off-duty firefighter saves teen in ripVolunteer firefighter Ross Bennett swam about 150m through rough surf to reach the teen.28 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandMan linked to Ruatiti double homicide probe pleads not guilty to new chargesThe man denies two separate charges that are not linked to the killings.28 Jan 09:54 PM
WorldTrump warns of 'very bad things' as protests continue around the worldPop Star Nicki Minaj has endorsed US President Donald Trump as protests continue in Minnesota and around the world to stop his invasive actions. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jan 09:52 PM
