CrimePM addresses latest stats showing crime victims down 49,000 The drop covers the year to October 2025, compared with the prior two years.26 Feb 12:22 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: National makes law & order announcement.PM Christopher Luxon, with ministers Paul Goldsmith and Mark Mitchell, makes a law & order announcement vIdeo/NZ HeraldWatch26 Feb 12:22 AM
New ZealandPolice failings after Auckland dairy stabber ‘trying to reach heaven’ dies in custody - reportMitchell Lam died after self-harming in his cell. 26 Feb 12:06 AM
Politics'A disgrace': One in seven Kiwi kids living in material hardshipChild poverty figures remain persistently high, according to new data from Stats NZ.26 Feb 12:06 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: National makes law & order announcementPM Christopher Luxon, with ministers Paul Goldsmith and Mark Mitchell, makes a law & order announcementWatch26 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandConstruction companies busted in Government crackdownRegulators uncovered breaches of minimum employment standards, as well as cash wage payments and poor record-keeping. Video / MBIEWatch25 Feb 11:52 PM
New ZealandFarmer behind NZ's biggest GST fraud has $16m of assets confiscatedJohn Richard Bracken, then 54, was sent to prison in 2021 on 39 charges of tax fraud.25 Feb 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMagpies coach called in to hone attack of NZ’s best up-and-comersThe Magpies coach has been propelled into a national U20s assistant coaching role.25 Feb 11:08 PM
Politics'Thank heavens': Peters celebrates end to Luxon's beloved quarterly plansA chuckling Peters appeared happy to see the end of them.25 Feb 11:01 PM
New Zealand‘Unseen’ pollution: 10,000 litres of rubbish pulled from Rotorua waterwaysCharity's vessel removes about 2000 litres of rubbish each day in the Bay of Plenty.25 Feb 11:00 PM
PoliticsSeymour slams ‘degenerate’ owners of attacking dogs as he warns councils of knee-jerk regulationA 62-year-old woman died last week in Northland after three dogs attacked her.25 Feb 10:54 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthJacqueline Rowarth: Sewage, swimmability and spendingOPINION: Sewage spills and water alerts reveal the price of putting off fixes.25 Feb 10:47 PM
New ZealandMan charged after alleged clan lab found at Ōkere FallsSpecialist staff from Auckland are examining the address today.25 Feb 10:33 PM
New ZealandMoving houses? Ardern spotted inspecting Sydney beach homesDame Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford were seen house-hunting in Sydney.25 Feb 10:25 PM
New ZealandNorth must not be sidelined in Govt infrastructure plan, business group says Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says the region is not being left off the table.25 Feb 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘Everyone can tell you a dog war story’ - Te Puna residents battle wandering dogsTe Puna School reports roaming dogs entering the playground and scaring pupils.25 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandFree trial, new provider: Rotorua parking shake-up gathers paceA free trial begins in a Rotorua CBD parking building as the council reshapes parking.25 Feb 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJustice Minister: Homeless move-on orders a 'tool', not a 'total solution''There's a very easy way to avoid the fine, and that is to follow the move-on order.'25 Feb 09:48 PM
New ZealandFrom workmate to defender: How Napier man won second national stockcar titleCaleb Ireland successfully defended his title, with a little help from a workmate.25 Feb 09:41 PM
New ZealandPeter Ombler receives Hayward Medal for service to kiwifruit industryPeter Ombler has spent more than 40 years shaping New Zealand's kiwifruit sector.25 Feb 09:37 PM
WellingtonMayor insists health is fine 'so far' after sewage swim stuntThe Wellington mayor took a dip yesterday to prove the water was safe.25 Feb 09:33 PM
SportThe $600k hurdle keeping Moana Pasifika out of TongaWorld Rugby no longer helps cover Moana Pasifika's Pacific match costs.25 Feb 09:29 PM
New ZealandMan shot in Te Kauwhata, three arrested after firearm foundPolice say the man was shot at a Te Kauwhata address now under investigation.25 Feb 09:24 PM
Herald NOWThe end of the Kiwi drinking culture?With alcohol consumption down 8.4%, we find out why people are drinking less. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch25 Feb 09:23 PM
New ZealandMount cafes beg for rates relief after deadly Mauao landslide hits tradeMayor Mahé Drysdale says the council is still deciding if relief rules apply.25 Feb 09:19 PM
New ZealandRoading rethink: Residents push council to keep smooth asphalt over chipsealAbout 95% of those residents opposed replacing the smooth asphalt with chipseal.25 Feb 09:02 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.25 Feb 08:31 PM
New Zealand‘Get out’: Winston Peters’ message to all Kiwis in Iran as threat of war heightens Foreign Affairs Minister says Iran 'should most definitely not' have a nuclear programme.25 Feb 08:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMoebius syndrome: Auckland influencer Tayla Clement on living without a smileTayla Clement, 28, is an influencer, model, and athlete with Moebius syndrome, causing facial paralysis. Clement was born with the condition, which means she cannot smile.Watch25 Feb 08:00 PM
Herald NOWDaily panel: Cash; Coward punches and workplace bullyingGirlBoss CEO Alexia Hilbertidou and BBM founder Dave Letele debate the top stories of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch25 Feb 07:53 PM
New ZealandEight taken to hospital after serious crash in rural Hawke's BayEmergency services were called to Puketitiri Rd about 6.25am.25 Feb 07:52 PM
New ZealandTaupō river float turns rescue as seven pulled from waterFour men got into trouble: three people jumped in to help. 25 Feb 07:52 PM
New ZealandWhy it takes so long to sell a house, and how to speed things upOneRoof's Catherine Smith says leaky homes, lack of parking, or bad neighbours could be warding off buyers.Watch25 Feb 07:50 PM
New Zealand'Like bringing back jazzercise and legwarmers': Banking sector pans call for 1000 more branches, ATMsIndustry players are keen for discussion but don't think more ATMs are the solution.25 Feb 07:49 PM
