Auckland'Drinking excessively': Sitting judge remarks on KC's alcohol consumption at Northern Club dinnerJudge McNaughton said a support letter he wrote was edited by another judge's lawyer. 13 Feb 02:57 AM
New Zealand'Under his thumb': Woman sent sex offender explicit images of child in her careHe was a registered child sex offender under strict supervision.13 Feb 02:46 AM
New ZealandOff-duty cop spots wanted teen, sparking arrests over jewellery and bar raidsThree males aged 15 and 17 now face aggravated robbery and vehicle charges.13 Feb 02:42 AM
New ZealandLeaving 'happy place': Residents tearful as council evacuates camp over landslide risk'It's absolutely devastating. Financially, just a massive, massive blow, I tell you.'13 Feb 02:29 AM
New Zealand'Devastating consequences': Police warning after trampers stranded in snow overnightPolice say the trampers lacked the gear needed to safely retrace their route.13 Feb 02:27 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay rain alert extends through the weekendThe original alert was for 11 hours – now it's for more than two days.13 Feb 02:21 AM
AucklandWarning for lovebirds this weekend: Auckland's hospitality scene tipped to be packedValentine's Day and SailGP are expected to generate strong bookings and spending.13 Feb 02:06 AM
New ZealandBryce Win tackles Young Farmer final and wedding prepSixth-generation sheep and beef farmer goes for gold two weeks out from wedding day.13 Feb 02:05 AM
New ZealandTarawera Ultra 102km: Croft and Jones defend titles as rivals close inRuth Croft returns as the only woman to win all three UTMB World Series races.13 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What European country do the Faroe Islands belong to?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.13 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country at Southern Field DaysLuxon, D. Fagan, Bryce McKenzie, Bruce Weir, Vanessa Winning, Simon Beamish, Hamish McKay.13 Feb 01:50 AM
ChristchurchRetirement village to bear name of cricket legend Sir Richard HadleeHe was born in Christchurch in 1951 and remains a proud and active Cantabrian.13 Feb 01:30 AM
CrimeMosque gunman has made 686 complaints to prison staff since being locked upThe Christchurch shooter claimed his complaints had not been recorded, but they had.13 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland Ferry Building evacuated in smoke alert during firefighters strike It took 30 minutes for fire crews to travel to the Ferry Building. 13 Feb 12:47 AM
New ZealandChildren smell smoke, raise alarm as bus bursts into flames on school runLocal fire chief rushed to blazing bus to check no one was trapped on board. 13 Feb 12:41 AM
GDPBrain drain warning: Treasury chief says NZ failing its ‘best and brightest’Iain Rennie concerned 20% to 40% of graduates are leaving NZ. 13 Feb 12:32 AM
ChristchurchOne dead after car crashes, rolls in North CanterburyThe crash happened near Waikari just after 6.30am, closing the road.13 Feb 12:06 AM
New ZealandDowntown Ferry Building evacuated amidst NZPFU strikeReported smoke from an upper floor of the iconic Quay St building sends volunteer brigades scrambling as NZPFU members strike. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Feb 12:03 AM
WellingtonComCom weighs tougher powers over Wellington's water servicesThe watchdog has expressed concern after a catastrophic sewage failure.12 Feb 11:42 PM
New ZealandRising from the splashes: Theatre stages first concert after floodingThere was 'a million litres of water' - now it looks 'a million times better'.12 Feb 11:36 PM
New Zealand'Entirely flawed': Regional councillors hit back at government reformsBay of Plenty councillors criticise government’s local reform, seek stronger Māori voice.12 Feb 11:09 PM
New ZealandMetService severe weather warning: Friday, February 13, 2026MetService severe weather warning: Friday, February 13, 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch12 Feb 10:58 PM
New ZealandHow accessible are nangs? An RNZ investigation found outHawke’s Bay doctors have linked nitrous abuse to nerve damage and anaemia.12 Feb 10:49 PM
New ZealandInvestor proposal to return Chateau Tongariro to hotel status should be considered - mayorAn unnamed Kiwi investor is offering about $100m to save the Chateau.12 Feb 10:11 PM
EducationStatutory manager steps in to take over board at South Auckland primaryThe manager will control Pukekohe North School's finances and staffing.12 Feb 09:47 PM
WellingtonFresh allegations against ex-priest at second Catholic collegeFather Rowan Donoghue is already before the courts for six sex charges.12 Feb 09:40 PM
AucklandMan seen running out of home with towel wrapped around head after shooting in Mission Bay Neighbours say they heard a loud noise before a group fled from house and sped off in car.12 Feb 09:37 PM
New ZealandNZ red meat exports reached record levels in 2025The US led the way with $3.2b in exports, followed by China with $2.5b.12 Feb 09:33 PM
New ZealandBusiness leader urges long-term solutions amid cycle of weather events, clean-upsGisborne's Richard Burke warns that chronic closures are scaring off long-term investors.12 Feb 09:21 PM
New ZealandShooting in Mission Bay, AucklandPolice were called to a private address on Thatcher St, Mission Bay, last night, having been alerted to a suspected shooting. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Feb 08:58 PM
New Zealand'Has to stop': Chhour moves to break silos after 'invisible child' Malachi's deathKaren Chhour is creating an inter-agency hub for sharing concerns about at-risk kids.12 Feb 08:53 PM
New ZealandPotato prices could remain high as yields downSome potato growers are reporting yields could be down 20% this winter due to bad weather.12 Feb 08:51 PM
New ZealandCould a $315k one-way fix solve Mount Maunganui street's parking squeeze?One resident says more parks needed, but council's one-way idea is not the right option.12 Feb 08:30 PM
New Zealand'I’m just so grateful': Mother's relief as baby survives 'scary' meningitis ordeal'Without the operation, he definitely would have died,' says mum Tearren Nanjan.12 Feb 08:02 PM
