New ZealandDriver licence tests on pause for CHB trustKelly Annand says she is excited to see the ways they can help over the next five years.28 Jan 01:09 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Christopher Luxon on Judith Collins retiringChristopher Luxon, Stephen Jacobi, Robyn Dynes, and Paul Allison share their thoughts. 28 Jan 12:53 AM
New ZealandPāpāmoa residents evacuated as new slip formsEvacuations are underway near Baypark in Tauranga as a fresh slip near a resevoir watermain pipe threatens homes and lives. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jan 12:28 AM
PoliticsWatch: Judith Collins reveals career highs and lows as she announces retirement from politicsCollins, a former National Party leader, is leaving Parliament to become the Law Commission President. Video / Mark MitchellWatch28 Jan 12:03 AM
New ZealandConstruction starts on $28 million ward for Hawke’s Bay HospitalThe new ward is being built in sections and will have 28 beds.28 Jan 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Firm no': St Bede's victims refuse restorative justice for abusive priestThe 69-year-old former priest pleaded guilty and was remanded in custody.27 Jan 11:57 PM
New Zealand'Risk to life and property': Tauranga residents ordered to leave homesA slip near a key water main above Mangatawa Marae has triggered evacuations.27 Jan 11:55 PM
New ZealandMount slip recovery continues as cordon tightens along beachfrontThe public is asked to recognise the site is still a hazardous area. 27 Jan 11:49 PM
PoliticsJudith Collins announces retirement from politicsCollins holds several major ministerial portfolios, including defence and public service.27 Jan 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 26 - February 1Rod Emmerson's take on the week.27 Jan 11:20 PM
WellingtonHelicopter crashes in Paekākāriki Hill area near WellingtonEmergency services are searching for a chopper after receiving an automated crash alert. Video / Ethan ManeraWatch27 Jan 11:18 PM
New ZealandNapier petrol station robbed in late-night incident, staff threatenedPolice are asking for help to locate four offenders involved in a petrol station robbery.27 Jan 10:51 PM
New Zealand$320k splashed on farm dogs at North Island auctionTop heading dog Trix fetched $12,200, beating last year’s record by nearly $3000.27 Jan 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful, selfless lady': Devastated colleagues of landslide victim speak of lossThe 50-year-old was 'like whānau' and will be deeply missed.27 Jan 10:22 PM
PoliticsPeters shrugs off poll bump as he shuts door on Labour, Greens and Te Pāti MāoriThe latest RNZ-Reid Research poll places NZ First third, behind Labour and National. 27 Jan 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Exciting': PGG Wrightson sets up single national wool auctionPGG Wrightson says no staff will lose their jobs in the move.27 Jan 09:55 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Judith Collins speaks to mediaJudith Collins speaks to the mediaWatch27 Jan 09:54 PM
PoliticsLatest inflation data a ‘blip’, but Willis acknowledges interest rates hikes will come eventuallyFinance Minister doesn't believe those hikes are coming 'immediately'.27 Jan 09:51 PM
CrimePrison homicide: Man accused of killing elderly cellmate is namedThe family of Johnathan Trubuhovich, 69, had hoped he'd be home by Christmas. 27 Jan 09:19 PM
Wellington'Sinister' turn in case of Wellington sugar daddy handing out notes to women'This is a guy with serious problems who wants to hurt people.'27 Jan 09:00 PM
ChristchurchFrench national named as e-scooter rider killed by train in ChristchurchEmergency services were called to Addington about 3.30am on Friday.27 Jan 08:51 PM
New ZealandPolice say they did not attend Mount Maunganui campground over disorder callPrime Minister Christopher Luxon now backs an independent government inquiry.27 Jan 08:45 PM
New ZealandFatal Dannevirke crash: Police name cyclist as local manThe crash was near the Aerodrome Rd intersection about 5.15am on Friday.27 Jan 08:40 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis sets Budget 2026 dateFinance Minister Nicola Willis' statement to the Finance and Expenditure Committee on the Budget 2026 date. Video / Mark MitchellWatch27 Jan 08:17 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.27 Jan 08:13 PM
New Zealand'Serious injuries': Motorcyclist rushed to hospital, earlier crash causes Tauranga congestionA multiple vehicle crash was just before 6am, second crash left a motorcyclist badly hurt.27 Jan 08:10 PM
New ZealandEmergency fund opens after deadly BOP stormsThe fund backs marae, charities and community groups helping affected whānau.27 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘Devastated’: Bookshop owner expects 35% revenue hit from NZ Post closureNZ Post is shutting 142 urban retail partner stores.27 Jan 07:57 PM
PoliticsNicola Willis sets Budget Day date, promises tight rein on spendingThe Finance Minister insists there will be no 'splashing of cash' beyond core services.27 Jan 07:47 PM
New ZealandWellington's Cake Tin gets new name as sponsor signs onThe capital's stadium will change its sponsored name for the third time in 26 years.27 Jan 06:51 PM
New ZealandVoters split on who Labour should rule out as governing options Hipkins won't say which parties Labour would or would not work with in a future govt.27 Jan 06:45 PM
New ZealandOCR increase ‘could happen as soon as May’Inflation on essentials is running at about 3.8%, above its long-term average.27 Jan 06:20 PM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 28, 2026Morning Headlines | Council wants answers about Mt Maunganui landslide and Air NZ international cabin crew vote to strike | Wednesday, January 28, 2026Watch27 Jan 06:17 PM
New Zealand‘Narcissists don’t change’: Sophie Elliott’s dad worried as notorious killer makes freedom bidThe killing happened in Sophie Elliott's Dunedin bedroom in January 2008.27 Jan 06:06 PM
