New ZealandCan a new taskforce turn around Whangārei's emptying city centre?Closures include Merric and The Co-operative Bank's Whangārei branches.18 Apr 06:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Can we fix it? Maybe not – but we want toOPINION: Most of the time now, when something breaks, we replace it.18 Apr 05:05 PM
New ZealandPastures Past: When cattle and trucks were scarce"As a result of this shortage, fewer bulls have been required for breeding purposes."18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Lovebirds are native to which continent?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: What does leadership look like in the modern world?OPINION: Young people may be watching today's leaders and feeling even more disenchanted.18 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondCreating a winter garden haven for plants and birds: Kem OrmondOPINION: Birds are essential for maintaining a healthy, balanced ecosystem in a garden.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCentury of champions: The enduring legacy of Charlton StudNicoli Fife competed at the 1978 World Championships in Kentucky with Mark Todd.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Cyclone warnings not a case of 'crying wolf'OPINION: There was no wolf when Peter first cried wolf. There definitely was a cyclone.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'I know I'm going to die': Bucket lists, hard truths and a final message from Paige SuistedDiagnosed with stage four terminal brain cancer, Paige was just 26.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The big new thing': Unregulated ‘grey market’ of drugs contains hidden risks for gym junkiesThere are concerns people could be accidentally injecting moulds or heavy metals.18 Apr 04:59 PM
New ZealandLaura McGoldrick on parenting like her parents didLaura McGoldrick has built her career in high-pressure, high-visibility environments, saying yes to opportunities and figuring things out as she goes.Watch18 Apr 04:55 PM
New ZealandTwo state highways closed as overnight downpour threatens North IslandThe deluge is expected to continue into tomorrow.18 Apr 09:35 AM
New ZealandLucky Lotto player wins $1m as Powerball jackpot grows The $4m Powerball prize was not struck and will rise to $5m on Wednesday.18 Apr 08:04 AM
New Zealand'Sticky situation': Thousands of kiwifruit close road after trailer tipsThe loss of so much fruit could be devastating to the grower at peak picking season.18 Apr 06:27 AM
New ZealandDozens evacuated as torrential rain floods Wellington suburbs, more downpours expectedTwenty-five homes in Stokes Valley and one in Porirua have been evacuated.18 Apr 05:43 AM
CrimeHealth woes, sick mum and scams: Why judge kept a serial swindler behind barsHealth issues have been a frequent theme at the fraudster's hearings throughout the years.18 Apr 05:00 AM
PoliticsChina furious with NZ, alleges 'harassment' by military planeThe NZDF says its plane was on a routine mission, China accuses it of reckless flying.18 Apr 04:37 AM
New ZealandFlash flooding hits Lower HuttSevere flooding on a street in Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt, at about 9am. Video / SuppliedWatch18 Apr 04:06 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: The kārearea features on which New Zealand bank note?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.18 Apr 03:58 AM
Black FernsBlack Ferns claim 22-point win over CanadaThe NZ women's side surged from 14-5 down at halftime to score five unanswered tries.18 Apr 03:05 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt man with 'gothic or Irish clover' neck tattoo after home intrusionOccupants woke about 4.30am to find an unknown man inside their home.18 Apr 02:20 AM
New ZealandCyclone survivors, first responders and bereaved tell of endurance, heroism and griefA coroner is investigating 19 deaths in an inquiry that has been running since last year.18 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: Saturday April 18, 2026MetService Severe Weather Warning: Saturday April 18, 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch18 Apr 01:46 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday, April 18, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday, April 18, 2026. Trump speaks of a deal being made with Iran. Rain continues in Wellington with severe weather warnings still in place.Watch18 Apr 12:55 AM
CrimeGrieving man attacked at cemetery while leaning over wife's graveThe man in his 70s was left 'extremely shaken' but has forgiven attacker Anthony Archbold.18 Apr 12:05 AM
New ZealandPolice probe link between fatal house fire and fatal crash near RuapehuBoth deceased are yet to be formally identified by police.17 Apr 11:57 PM
New ZealandTruck catches fire on Auckland motorwayA passing motorist captured a photo of the truck burning in the emergency lane.17 Apr 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA Kiwi's journey to meet Nepal's 'god of sight'Restoring sight is just part of an inspiring experience at Nepal's Tilganga Eye Hospital.17 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandTeacher boasted she wouldn't be fired if students reported her behaviourThe woman swore at students, made inappropriate comments and spoke about her sex life.17 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning lifted, but flooding closes highwaysTorrential rain and damaging wind gusts are possible for the lower North Island.17 Apr 09:51 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain and flooding continues in Wellington despite warnings liftingOngoing bad weather and heavy rain has closed another Wellington highway this morning. Video / SuppliedWatch17 Apr 09:45 PM
New Zealand‘Really scary’: KiwiSaver financial hardship withdrawals spike amid fuel crisisBudget advisers warn people are 'robbing their future selves' to get by.17 Apr 09:26 PM
EntertainmentRadio Hauraki presenter Mike Minogue on making a career out of making things upThe founder of Frank Talent talks his extensive career and the bold move that's next.Watch17 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandThe Big Bike Film Night rides into townA collection of the best cycling short films from around the world. Video / SuppliedWatch17 Apr 09:00 PM
