KiwiSaverFrom Best Start to KiwiSaver: Changes that might affect your wallet on April 1From April 1, KiwiSaver default contributions lift to 3.5% for all workers.29 Mar 07:24 PM
LiveNew ZealandLuxon says if business case for LNG import terminal doesn't stack up 'we won't be doing it'There's no sign of a ceasefire in the Iran war as concerns grow over fuel stocks.29 Mar 07:12 PM
Crime'Trusted him completely': Caregiver sexually abused intellectually disabled teenZeak Smith was supposed to help the girl thrive. He instead exploited her vulnerabilities.29 Mar 07:00 PM
ChristchurchOne dead after crash in ChristchurchThe person has died in hospital after the two-vehicle crash last Thursday. 29 Mar 06:56 PM
New ZealandMetService morning weather update: March 30MetService morning weather update: March 30. Video / MetServiceWatch29 Mar 06:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unacceptable': 125 teachers in inappropriate relationships with students over last 20 yearsThe cases involve pregnancies, marriage, sexting, and grooming. 29 Mar 06:37 PM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon speaks to Mike Hosking on Newstalk ZBPM Christopher Luxon speaks to Mike Hosking on Newstalk ZB.Watch29 Mar 06:16 PM
New ZealandWeather clearing for North Island as low moves away, all rain watches liftedIt comes after a week of extreme weather wreaking havoc across the country.29 Mar 06:05 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPoll shows energy prices, global instability now top Kiwi worriesKantar polling reveals 'extreme concern' about events abroad and their effects on NZ.29 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, March 30, 2026Morning Headlines | LNG terminal debate and Government opens petrol price tip line | Monday, March 30, 2026. Video / NZ Herald, Getty ImagesWatch29 Mar 05:45 PM
New Zealand'Not living in a warzone': Ward councillor promises probe into unruly Mt Albert partyChristine Fletcher wants the council to review complaints from the year.29 Mar 05:39 PM
New ZealandMore Bluebridge sailings cancelled as ferry fault drags onBluebridge said there were limited options for re-booking.29 Mar 05:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSocial support, 38 homes: Iwi plans new housing communityFour units are for rangatahi, 15 for kaumātua and 19 for whānau.29 Mar 05:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Laird: Council still has no clue what to do with Western SpringsOPINION: Western Springs has 20,000 seated for speedway and nearly 50,000 for concerts.29 Mar 05:00 PM
Black Caps'Not going to let this break us': Former Black Cap's brain tumour battleA Givealittle page for the former Black Cap raised nearly $100,000 in support.29 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandIt's still unclear what surging fuel prices will mean for job prospectsThe Reserve Bank Governor said she's closely monitoring the labour market.29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Modern warfare is mechanical and facelessOPINION: Chris Hipkins defending himself was reminiscent of the 'podium of truth'.29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Another Green Party MP has supported a vandal in courtOPINION: The Greens are making a habit of writing to judges.29 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpecialist treating amputees may move to Oz over ACC delays as she 'needs to make a living'Lizzie Carey says ACC delays of six months or more threaten her clinic.29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyDiesel dithering: Labour and coalition Govts fail to ensure stockholdingHow an unloved plan to store more diesel storage was kicked down the road – until now.29 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What was Freddie Mercury's real name?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLNG binned? New terminal looks doubtful as ministers consider optionsThe Government's plan to build the terminal is in doubt in light of the Middle East war.29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang members in prison allegedly control corrupt airport staff to import drugsTwo influential inmates allegedly used smuggled cellphones to arrange meth shipments.29 Mar 04:00 PM
EducationHalf of all teens still ignoring school phone ban, teachers urged to have 'firm consequences'The Education Review Office has found compliance is an issue in secondary schools.29 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland flooding: More than 24,000 living in high flood-risk zonesAbout 17% of roads and 45% of stormwater pipes in Northland at flood risk now.29 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAre EVs worth it in NZ? Running costs, battery life and price comparisonsAA’s chief mobility officer joins The Prosperity Project to dive into the costs involved with owning and running an EV, and how those costs compare to running a petrol vehicle.Watch29 Mar 03:55 PM
New ZealandTwo seriously injured after three-car crash in WaikatoEmergency services were called to the crash about 5.40pm.29 Mar 07:48 AM
WellingtonNZ Post backs down on decision to pull services for 10 lucky storesWellington's Marsden Books was one of 10 successful stores around the country. 29 Mar 07:36 AM
New ZealandDozens of Kiwis $14k richer after Lotto draw – where lucky tickets were soldFour players also won Powerball Second Division, taking their total winnings to $20,746.29 Mar 07:00 AM
New Zealand'May God's plan for your life come to fruition': Rapist's court prayer retraumatises victimThe young woman had told the court the man had 'used her faith against her'.29 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandFlu jab can cut heart attack and stroke risk by a third, epidemiologist saysDr Michael Baker says flu illness stresses organs and makes blood clot more.29 Mar 05:46 AM
Politics'Move on to where?' Hundreds in Auckland protest Government move-on ordersThis evening, hundreds of protesters arrived at Aotea Square for Kia Tū Kotahi, to voice their dissatisfaction with the Government’s homeless move-on orders. Video / NZ HeraldWatch29 Mar 05:40 AM
New ZealandGovt seeks public feedback on fuel-related 'red tape' as conflict pushes prices past $3New Zealand is in Phase 1, with enough fuel and no call to stockpile.29 Mar 05:37 AM
AucklandMissing American tourist found after police appealPolice said he is now safe and is being reunited with his family.29 Mar 05:21 AM
