CrimeTwo arrested after doing burnouts at funeral proceeding in Auckland cemeteryPolice said a mourner began doing burnouts in front of the crematorium.04 Nov 01:20 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Update | Big day for Te Pāti Māori and Fire manager calls for fireworks banNZ Herald Afternoon Update | Fire manager calls for fireworks ban, ACC ends partnership with Water Safety NZ and big day ahead for Te Pāti Māori.Watch04 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Police officers, firefighters targeted in Scarfies’ fireworks shootoutA 20-year-old man was held overnight after fireworks were aimed at officers.04 Nov 12:57 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Why is the Finance Minister in a cow paddock?Nicola Willis, Kate Acland, Tom Young, Thomas Macdonald and Julian Raine. 04 Nov 12:45 AM
New ZealandStolen car seen driving on rim on Auckland motorway after police spiking Footage shows the Mazda spinning out on State Highway 16 late this morning.04 Nov 12:44 AM
New Zealand‘Decent explosions’: Canterbury scrub blaze now under control but three structures lostThirteen fire trucks from across Canterbury attended the Darfield blaze.04 Nov 12:32 AM
New ZealandBurnoff spreads as restricted fire season begins for Hawke’s BayFire restrictions apply from midday Tuesday across much of Hawke’s Bay.04 Nov 12:24 AM
New ZealandNeighbour in tears after house next door goes up in 'terrific mass of flames'The house was a 'charred, soddy mess' this morning, the neighbour said.03 Nov 11:54 PM
New ZealandIdeas for the Hastings showgrounds are being sought – and Pandaland will be one submission'We're asking our community to shape the future, but there are some clear boundaries.'03 Nov 11:14 PM
New ZealandExplosions rock Bleak House Rd as fire erupts near recycling workshopThe blaze began near a workshop recycling old whiteware units. Video / Dean JenkinsWatch03 Nov 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionErica Stanford: Why I'm removing Treaty rules for schoolsOPINION: The move reverses a 2020 change.03 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandCar captured racing down Auckland western motorway on rimsThe car was captured racing down Auckland's Western motorway on its rims near Henderson off-ramp 11am today. Video / SuppliedWatch03 Nov 10:43 PM
New ZealandGroundbreaking New Zealand law wins global awardTe Awa Tupua (Whanganui River Claims Settlement) Act is held up as a model for the future.03 Nov 10:34 PM
New ZealandLast big cats to be euthanised at Whangārei's lion park as 'no real options left'Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary confirmed the final seven elderly lions are to be put down. 03 Nov 10:26 PM
New Zealand'Tragic incident': Death at Hastings juice factory under investigationIt is also the second death at the Mahora facility in the past 10 years.03 Nov 10:16 PM
New Zealand'Like being flash fried': Kiwi mum caught in crossfire of firebomb attackThe attack in Australia left Penny Travers with burns to 25% of her body.03 Nov 09:51 PM
PoliticsRawiri Waititi blames ‘two rogue MPs’ for Te Pāti Māori rifts, confirms expulsion being considered One of the MPs has responded with a brief but blunt statement. 03 Nov 09:46 PM
PoliticsWatch: Te Pāti Māori co-leader Rawiri Waititi accuses two of his MPs of going 'rogue'Rawiri Waititi says expulsion is being considered after MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris have continued to publicly criticise the party. Video / Mark MitchellWatch03 Nov 09:30 PM
CrimeTeen bitten by police dog after fleeing cops during Auckland morning raidPolice recovered a shotgun discarded near the property.03 Nov 09:24 PM
ChristchurchSix tonnes of fertiliser spills across city streetFire crews worked to stop the fertiliser from reaching nearby waterways.03 Nov 09:22 PM
Herald NOWTravel trends 2025: Where kiwis are heading nextTravel Magazine Editor Sarah Pollok on the rise in 'readaways' and a viral luxury travel agent.Watch03 Nov 09:10 PM
New ZealandTramper found dead on West Coast a 27-year-old German woman She was reported overdue in the Fox River area on Saturday.03 Nov 08:59 PM
Herald NOWACC slashes Water Safety NZ fundingWater Safety NZ warns of serious risk after ACC cuts funding.Watch03 Nov 08:56 PM
Herald NOWSilver Ferns shake-up: What Taurua’s comeback really meansFormer coach Yvonne Willering reacts to Dame Noeline Taurua’s reinstatement and what it means for the Silver Ferns’ future.Watch03 Nov 08:42 PM
Politics'A victory for Hobson's Pledge': Hipkins critical of Govt removing school board Treaty clause'It's a step backwards for our education system.'03 Nov 08:22 PM
New ZealandWarning as 'Bird of the Year' begins attacking Wellington walkersWalkers are being urged to avoid Haywards Track while the falcons nest.03 Nov 08:03 PM
Herald NOWStanford and Hipkins on possible Te Tiriti removal by GovernmentEducation Minister Erica Stanford and Labour leader Chris Hipkins discuss the proposed removal of the requirement for boards to give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Watch03 Nov 07:56 PM
New Zealand'Incredibly rare': Farmers asked to keep an eye out for kakīThe kakī/black stilt is one of the world’s most endangered wetland birds.03 Nov 07:55 PM
Herald NOWTe Pāti Māori feud, futuristic robots and luxury travel tiktokerPolitical commentator Lara Greaves and 818 managing director Chris Henry join the Herald NOW panel to discuss the big issues of today. Video / Herald NOWWatch03 Nov 07:40 PM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak set to throw exam plans into disarrayMeasles cases have been confirmed at three major colleges in Auckland and Wellington.03 Nov 07:34 PM
Herald NOWTech Tuesday: Are household humanoid robots here?Tech expert Paul Spain showcases the latest robot, which could become a household feature.Watch03 Nov 07:17 PM
PoliticsEducation Minister's plans for Teaching Council a 'power grab' - unionThe council’s 13 members will shrink to as few as seven from next year.03 Nov 07:10 PM
Herald NOWFire Service pleads for caution ahead of Guy Fawkes nightFire and Emergency NZ’s Adrian Nacey on how to keep celebrations safe and avoid a night of callouts. Video / Herald NOWWatch03 Nov 07:09 PM
Herald NOWLabour leader Chris Hipkins on Te Pāti Māori, CGT and the upcoming electionLabour leader Chris Hipkins joins HeraldNOW to talk about Te Pāti Māori, CGT, and the upcoming election.Watch03 Nov 07:09 PM