New ZealandPolice recruit wrongfully accused of groping colleague wins case in ERAThe recruit was relegated to traffic camera duties while he was investigated. 04 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandGang funeral set to cause major traffic disruptions in OnehungaPolice will monitor the event and are advising drivers to use alternative travel routes.04 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandACC review reveals 'very high-risk' hiring and leadership gapsACC’s hiring practices were rated as risky due to appointments being non-contestable.04 Sep 05:35 AM
New ZealandSawmill closure to cost over 140 jobs in Tasman, confirms Carter Holt HarveyCarter Holt Harvey will close the Eves Valley sawmill, cutting 140 jobs.04 Sep 05:27 AM
CrimePolice catch teen biker after 'catch me if ya can' tauntA 14-year-old challenged police online, leading to his capture in Whangārei.04 Sep 05:16 AM
New Zealand'Working smarter': Māori ward candidate's vision for council changeHuriwai's campaign mantra is ‘no decisions made for us or about us without us’.04 Sep 05:00 AM
Wellington'Signed our own death warrants': Parents fear son won’t see kids grow amid asbestos scareWorkers worried for their lives amid revelations of possible asbestos-contaminated doors.04 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings as thunderstorms, strong winds hit South IslandStrong northwest winds and heavy rain will affect the Canterbury High Country.04 Sep 05:00 AM
WellingtonNZ's 'queer Mecca' adopts official rainbow action planThe city has the highest proportion of LGBTIQ+ people at 11.3%.04 Sep 04:58 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionJury is out over whether homeowners will be left in the cold under building regime overhaulQuestions remain over who will pay for defective work.04 Sep 04:31 AM
New ZealandNo charges for former top cop after sex complaint from ex-police employeeMcSkimming still faces 8 charges of alleged objectionable material found by police inquiry04 Sep 04:23 AM
PoliticsCollins speaks of 'heart-breaking' scenes on secret trip to UkraineThe Defence Minister is among the most senior New Zealand representatives to visit.04 Sep 04:18 AM
New ZealandKathmandu, Rip Curl owner to close 21 stores in a bid to turn fortunesCompany announces plans to cut costs and restructure organisation amid struggling sales.04 Sep 04:16 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon attends reveal of Ikea's opening dateChristopher Luxon speaks about the significance of Ikea opening in New Zealand. Video / Alyse WrightWatch04 Sep 03:42 AM
New Zealand'Please delete immediately': NBR warns of Mike McRoberts scam emailThe Financial Markets Authority warned in August about scammers using deepfake videos.04 Sep 03:36 AM
New ZealandFamilies feeling the pinch of cost-of-living crisisHelen Gilby’s power bills rose 10% and insurance increased 20% this year.04 Sep 03:28 AM
New Zealand'Out of order': Victoria Uni academic apologises for 'hanging' commentDr Mike Joy has apologised for 'tongue-in-cheek' suggestion of hanging dairy chiefs.04 Sep 03:18 AM
New ZealandPolice respond to incident in Lower Hutt, public urged to avoid areaPolice say there's no threat to public safety.04 Sep 03:06 AM
New Zealand'Saying they’d kill the guy': Youths storm library after homeless man accused of touching girlCCTV footage and evidence were handed over to police for investigation.04 Sep 03:01 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: In the TV series Seinfeld, who played the role of Kramer?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.04 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandTaupō geothermal zone potential spurs $10m in Govt funding for explorationThe project could be 'globally groundbreaking' for 'supercritical' energy generation.04 Sep 02:46 AM
New Zealand'Herding cars': Farmer praised for helping motorists after crashThe accident on Cardona Valley Rd injured five people and closed the main route.04 Sep 02:37 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday September 4thMetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday September 4th. Video / MetServiceWatch04 Sep 02:34 AM
PoliticsInside Budget 2025: Confidential docs lift lid on KiwiSaver, $8.5b hole, health fundingNew details have been revealed about the Government's Budget.04 Sep 02:19 AM
New Zealand'Speak up': Police urge public help in child abuse crisisA 6-month-old died in July after being found critically injured at a Foxton Beach house.04 Sep 02:08 AM
New ZealandScribe Is Dead ... tomorrow. Christchurch rapper reveals new album, retirement'I have to go out the way I want to go out', saying it's his most personal album.04 Sep 01:49 AM
New ZealandStephen 'Beaver' Donald talks rugby on The CountryStephen Donald, Wayne Langford, Craig Hickman, Dean Rabbidge, John McOviney,Chris Russell.04 Sep 01:43 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonWētā FX reveals $59m loss amid job cutsDespite an increase in revenue, the company has lowered its forecast profits.04 Sep 01:19 AM
ChristchurchStudent falls ill with meningococcal disease after rugby tournamentAll close contacts to the teenager's case have been identified and offered antibiotics.04 Sep 01:12 AM
CrimeCommunity detention for man's role in road rage shooting of 15yo girlSione Ngata didn't fire the gun, but he also hasn't shown much remorse, the judge said.04 Sep 01:01 AM
PoliticsTPM apologises after MP takes issue with 'Indians, Asians, Black, Pākehā' campaigning for Labour in byelection'He seems to be offside not only with his leader but also with the new Queen.'04 Sep 12:59 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Two words for Aussies in a froth over NZ-born neo-NaziOPINION: Do you really want to talk about hate-filled extremists, Australia?04 Sep 12:33 AM
New Zealand'Unsustainable caseloads': Chief Justice laments too few judges, not enough courtsCriminal trials are becoming longer and more complex, now lasting more than three weeks.04 Sep 12:20 AM
New Zealand'Shameful': Seymour criticises 'hidden' online zoning maps in council housing planThe plan allows for up to 15-storey developments near transport hubs.03 Sep 11:37 PM
