New ZealandResident in Auckland's West Harbour describes reported tornado"lt just came and [was] gone within 30 seconds." Video / Jason DordayWatch27 Jun 01:01 AM
New Zealand'Felt like a cyclone': Residents reel as possible tornado hits West HarbourTrees fell on homes as 100km/h winds ripped through the area.27 Jun 12:57 AM
PoliticsMinister ditches agency's Māori name, forming new group instead of ‘Māori-only one’ She wants the group to represent more than just Māori.27 Jun 12:56 AM
New ZealandEvacuations under way as South Island lashed by heavy rain and flood threatsA state of emergency has been declared in Nelson and Tasman as rain batters the region.27 Jun 12:40 AM
New ZealandYouth charged with burglary after 35 bottles of alcohol, 17 e-tablets taken from restaurantPolice arrested and charged the young person on Thursday.27 Jun 12:33 AM
New ZealandHelicopter footage shows extent of flooding in Havelock, MarlboroughRescue helicopter crew reveals extent of flooding damage in Marlborough's Havelock area. Video / GCH AviationWatch27 Jun 12:31 AM
New ZealandCraig Lord joins forces with councillors for local election pushIt's Westwards versus Labour in the Waitākere and Whau wards.27 Jun 12:19 AM
New ZealandRadio star’s shock after human remains found in neighbours’ gardenGillespie said there has been 'a bit of gossip' in the community following the discovery.27 Jun 12:13 AM
New ZealandTornado strikes Auckland causing building to collapseAssistant Commander of Fire and Emergency NZ Dave Hatton describes the scene after a small tornado hit Avondale, Auckland. Video / Supplied, Alyse WrightWatch26 Jun 11:51 PM
New ZealandSon of prominent Māori activist jailed over historic child sex abuseHis accuser said the abuse occurred in Avondale and Whangārei.26 Jun 11:34 PM
New Zealand'A damn shame': One dead after car hits tree following South Auckland chaseThe driver of the pursuing vehicle has been arrested. 26 Jun 11:25 PM
New ZealandStreet light slams down just metres in front of man's carChaitanya Nerkar says he is "lucky to be alive" after the incident in Avondale.Watch26 Jun 11:15 PM
New ZealandFlooding Motueka River as seen from the Motueka BridgeThe flooded Motueka River as seen from the Motueka Bridge connecting Motueka and Riwaka this morning. Video / Paul JonesWatch26 Jun 11:10 PM
New ZealandRocket Lab launches 67th rocket, prepares for next in 48 hoursThe mission sent four satellites to a 520km orbit.26 Jun 11:05 PM
New Zealand$6.1m new bridge opens after 2023 washoutThe 30m-long bridge replaces a temporary Bailey bridge in place since March 2023.26 Jun 11:01 PM
New ZealandFlooding in Brightwater, south of Nelson, early this morningResident Daniel Logan captured footage of flooding in Telenius Rd in Brightwater, south of Nelson, early this morning.Watch26 Jun 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Struggle' - TV series producers on problems filming around QueenstownBrad Pitt just visited but film-makers tell how hard it is to make shows in Queenstown.26 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Like the movies': Street light narrowly misses man’s car during Auckland tornadoA street light fell just metres from Chaitanya Nerkar's car in Avondale.26 Jun 10:55 PM
New ZealandFire crews have been clearing the scene after wind lifted a roof in AvondaleFire crews are cleaning the scene following a strong gust of wind, Great North Rd AvondaleWatch26 Jun 10:49 PM
Politics'Deepest desire to serve mankind': NZ First MP Tanya Unkovich resigns as MPThe decision came this morning via a statement.26 Jun 10:37 PM
New Zealand'Step in the right direction': Council to investigate land return to hapūThe decision comes after a petition signed by more than 2500 people.26 Jun 10:19 PM
New ZealandMotorsport legend slams NZ's plan to remove full licence driving test'That is just ludicrous. That’s not economics, that’s just stupidity.'26 Jun 10:17 PM
New ZealandRobyn Malcolm, Toni Street, Kiri Nathan and Cassie Roma share defining momentsThey were keynote speakers at this year's Business Women’s Network Speaker Series.26 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandActive front brings strong winds, downpours to NorthlandMetService has placed a severe thunderstorm watch on Northland until 11am. 26 Jun 09:46 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay councils set rates rises - ranging from 5.2% to 15%Napier's needed bumping to keep library open, Hastings still in cyclone struggle-street.26 Jun 09:40 PM
Herald NOWCardrona to become NZ's largest ski fieldLaura Hedley General Manager of Cardrona and Treble Cone on Cardrona becoming NZ's largest ski field.Watch26 Jun 09:15 PM
New ZealandPolice Investigate Serious Crash in South AucklandCrash investigators are working the scene of a serious crash in Clendon Park, South Auckland, after a vehicle collided with a tree. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Jun 09:02 PM
New ZealandGeothermal baths with silica terraces planned for BoP townThe project includes an 'attractive bath complex' using geothermal fluids.26 Jun 08:58 PM
New ZealandTe Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp arrives at Hoani Waititi maraeTakutai Moana Natasha Kemp arrives at Hoani Waititi marae. The Te Pāti Māori MP died in the early hours of Thursday morning following kidney disease.Watch26 Jun 08:49 PM
New ZealandFinished: 25 new Kāinga Ora homes ready for Rotorua familiesThe project has employed about 300 tradespeople, mostly from Rotorua, since October 2023.26 Jun 08:39 PM
New Zealand'I’ve got kids .. a career and a mortgage': How this woman beat cancer twice Her first diagnosis at age 15 inspired a career in radiation therapy.26 Jun 08:15 PM
Herald NOWWeather News: What to expect for this weekend's weatherMetService Head of Weather Heather Keats on what to expect for this weekend's weather.Watch26 Jun 07:54 PM
Herald NOWDairy, beef and lamb on the up but cropping farmers 'struggling'Update on the farming sector with Canterbury farmer Richard Loe on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOWWatch26 Jun 07:50 PM
PoliticsTrevor Mallard sued by child over use of ‘bad music’, sprinklers during protestPolice leaders advised former Speaker not to play music or use sprinklers on protesters.26 Jun 07:37 PM
