New Zealand'Risk to life and property': Tauranga residents ordered to leave homesA slip near a key water main above Mangatawa Marae has triggered evacuations.27 Jan 11:55 PM
New ZealandMount slip recovery continues as cordon tightens along beachfrontThe public is asked to recognise the site is still a hazardous area. 27 Jan 11:49 PM
PoliticsJudith Collins announces retirement from politicsCollins holds several major ministerial portfolios, including defence and public service.27 Jan 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 26 - February 1Rod Emmerson's take on the week.27 Jan 11:20 PM
WellingtonHelicopter crashes in Paekākāriki Hill area near WellingtonEmergency services are searching for a chopper after receiving an automated crash alert. Video / Ethan ManeraWatch27 Jan 11:18 PM
New ZealandNapier petrol station robbed in late-night incident, staff threatenedPolice are asking for help to locate four offenders involved in a petrol station robbery.27 Jan 10:51 PM
New Zealand$320k splashed on farm dogs at North Island auctionTop heading dog Trix fetched $12,200, beating last year’s record by nearly $3000.27 Jan 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful, selfless lady': Devastated colleagues of landslide victim speak of lossThe 50-year-old was 'like whānau' and will be deeply missed.27 Jan 10:22 PM
PoliticsPeters shrugs off poll bump as he shuts door on Labour, Greens and Te Pāti MāoriThe latest RNZ-Reid Research poll places NZ First third, behind Labour and National. 27 Jan 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Exciting': PGG Wrightson sets up single national wool auctionPGG Wrightson says no staff will lose their jobs in the move.27 Jan 09:55 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Judith Collins speaks to mediaJudith Collins speaks to the mediaWatch27 Jan 09:54 PM
PoliticsLatest inflation data a ‘blip’, but Willis acknowledges interest rates hikes will come eventuallyFinance Minister doesn't believe those hikes are coming 'immediately'.27 Jan 09:51 PM
CrimePrison homicide: Man accused of killing elderly cellmate is namedThe family of Johnathan Trubuhovich, 69, had hoped he'd be home by Christmas. 27 Jan 09:19 PM
Wellington'Sinister' turn in case of Wellington sugar daddy handing out notes to women'This is a guy with serious problems who wants to hurt people.'27 Jan 09:00 PM
ChristchurchFrench national named as e-scooter rider killed by train in ChristchurchEmergency services were called to Addington about 3.30am on Friday.27 Jan 08:51 PM
New ZealandPolice say they did not attend Mount Maunganui campground over disorder callPrime Minister Christopher Luxon now backs an independent government inquiry.27 Jan 08:45 PM
New ZealandFatal Dannevirke crash: Police name cyclist as local manThe crash was near the Aerodrome Rd intersection about 5.15am on Friday.27 Jan 08:40 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis sets Budget 2026 dateFinance Minister Nicola Willis' statement to the Finance and Expenditure Committee on the Budget 2026 date. Video / Mark MitchellWatch27 Jan 08:17 PM
New Zealand'Serious injuries': Motorcyclist rushed to hospital, earlier crash causes Tauranga congestionA multiple vehicle crash was just before 6am, second crash left a motorcyclist badly hurt.27 Jan 08:10 PM
New ZealandEmergency fund opens after deadly BOP stormsThe fund backs marae, charities and community groups helping affected whānau.27 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘Devastated’: Bookshop owner expects 35% revenue hit from NZ Post closureNZ Post is shutting 142 urban retail partner stores.27 Jan 07:57 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis sets Budget Day date, promises tight rein on spendingThe Finance Minister insists there will be no 'splashing of cash' beyond core services.27 Jan 07:47 PM
New ZealandWellington's Cake Tin gets new name as sponsor signs onThe capital's stadium will change its sponsored name for the third time in 26 years.27 Jan 06:51 PM
New ZealandVoters split on who Labour should rule out as governing options Hipkins won't say which parties Labour would or would not work with in a future govt.27 Jan 06:45 PM
New ZealandOCR increase ‘could happen as soon as May’Inflation on essentials is running at about 3.8%, above its long-term average.27 Jan 06:20 PM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 28, 2026Morning Headlines | Council wants answers about Mt Maunganui landslide and Air NZ international cabin crew vote to strike | Wednesday, January 28, 2026Watch27 Jan 06:17 PM
New Zealand‘Narcissists don’t change’: Sophie Elliott’s dad worried as notorious killer makes freedom bidThe killing happened in Sophie Elliott's Dunedin bedroom in January 2008.27 Jan 06:06 PM
Sport'Only location we were interested in': How Raglan landed spot on surfing's top tourThe deal is a one-year agreement, though there is interest in securing a longer-term deal.27 Jan 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Where do we put them?': Rotorua school rolls rise but classroom space slimmingOtonga School is forecast to add 69 pupils, the biggest rise in Rotorua. 27 Jan 05:50 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: January 28 2026MetService Daily Weather: January 28 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch27 Jan 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMount Maunganui 'misinformation': Did cutting down trees really cause the landslide?Two experts weigh in on claims exotic tree removal caused deadly Mount Maunganui slip.27 Jan 05:12 PM
New Zealand'I miss meat': Red meat becomes a luxury for Hawke's Bay peopleFarmgate sheep and beef prices are about 30% higher than this time last year.27 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'Just send it': Hawke's Bay teen runs 100 miles to back local mental health supportBryn Morgan ran 100 miles in just over 24 hours at Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandStore closures could leave older people 'invisible', Age Concern warnsNZ Post will shut 142 stores after reviewing how customers use branches.27 Jan 04:00 PM
