New Zealand'Blessed to still be around': The secret to 75 years of marriageThe couple met at Ken’s brother’s wedding in 1950 and married in 1951.13 Apr 12:00 AM
EntertainmentNew developments at Auckland's St James TheatreWith a 2028 opening date touted, Mitchell Hageman checks out what's going on with the restoration of Auckland's iconic theatre in 2026. Video / Alyse WrightWatch13 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonNew Wellington water entity defends 'generous' hike in salariesBoard members at Tiaki Wai are set to earn twice as much as their predecessors.13 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandFonterra takes 28 days to appoint new CEO | Ryan Bridge TODAYFonterra insider Richard Allen appointed to succeed Miles Hurrell with May 1 start date. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch12 Apr 11:59 PM
New Zealand'You can’t get that bullet back': Cop's message after hunter shot dead near DannevirkeOfficer involved in retrieving a body says the incident will stay with people for life.12 Apr 11:51 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYWhich side is better at healthy debate? Left or right? | Ryan Bridge TODAYSimon Bridges and Louise Wallace discuss the top stories of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch12 Apr 11:31 PM
Auckland'Absolutely terrifying': Family huddle in smoke-logged room awaiting rescue in freak laundry fireThe family were woken up by firefighters banging the door down after clothes caught fire.12 Apr 11:30 PM
New ZealandMayor defends cyclone response as clean-up beginsCyclone Vaianu brought wind gusts up to 125km/h and waves reaching 11.4m.12 Apr 11:22 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.12 Apr 11:05 PM
New ZealandHouse in Ranui catches fire after freak laundry accidentThe aftermath of a fire in Ranui after a pile of clothes went up in flames. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Apr 10:59 PM
New Zealand‘It’s not just a boys’ world' at the Methven Ute MusterThe Methven A&P show pays homage to the ute each year with its Ute Muster.12 Apr 10:45 PM
PoliticsGovernment to deliver 13,000 more cancer infusions by end of yearNew community cancer services will be available. 12 Apr 10:28 PM
New ZealandLuxon says fuel supply secure into mid-May as war and price pain drags into 7th week The PM says oil importers are confident about orders past mid-May.12 Apr 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Last piece of the puzzle': Plans for orchard to be cleared for 75 new homesEarthworks on the 5ha-6ha kiwifruit orchard are due to start this spring.12 Apr 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No wriggle room': Health NZ stuck to funding cap before QE Health foldedContracts with Health NZ made up about 80% of QE Health's income.12 Apr 09:07 PM
New ZealandKiwis urged to not see weather warnings as ‘crying wolf’Residents urged to be wary of cry-wolf syndrome as Northland fared better than expected.12 Apr 09:07 PM
New ZealandSimeon Brown makes cancer funding announcementMinister Simeon Brown announces a nationwide expansion of cancer infusion services.Watch12 Apr 08:50 PM
New Zealand|UpdatedHawke's Bay and Tararua's cyclone extremes – a 194km/h gust, 253mm of rainHighest gust in an area where people live was 126km/h in Mahia, where power is now out.12 Apr 08:47 PM
New ZealandViolent son used dolphin ornament to kill Miramar mother - then fled to Hong KongCoroner Andrew Schirnack found the Miramar piano tutor died from severe head trauma.12 Apr 08:33 PM
New ZealandThe trade deal with Singapore that might help fuel supply | Herald NOW BusinessHerald business commentator, Fran O'Sullivan on who needs what from the Singapore trade deal desgined to kick in at crisis time. Video / Herald NOW BusinessWatch12 Apr 08:27 PM
New ZealandNZ 'getting a cyclone season': Is this now a regular thing?Two hundred and seventy households in Ōhope and Thornton had to evacuate.12 Apr 07:45 PM
New ZealandLive: Mike Hosking talks to Prime Minister Christopher LuxonPrime Minister Christopher Luxon joins Mike Hosking in the studio on the Mike Hosking Breakfast. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch12 Apr 07:35 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, April 13, 2026Morning Headlines | Government says 'no room for complacency' in Cyclone Vaianu response, and Auckland's rail network closed for testing | Monday, April 13, 2026.Watch12 Apr 07:07 PM
New Zealand'Very welcome news': Speed limits dropping around schoolsWhanganui District Council's project has a budget of $694,000.12 Apr 07:02 PM
New ZealandMetService weather update: April 13MetService weather update: April 13. Video / MetServiceWatch12 Apr 06:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJade Varney: A message to adults from someone who grew up in the social media ageOPINION: An average 14-year-old in New Zealand spends about five hours a day online.12 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTrust calls for minister’s removal from Treaty role over Waikaremoana decisionTrust says it effectively reinvents grievances and sets a path for unnecessary conflict.12 Apr 06:00 PM
WellingtonInfamous former heritage ‘eyesore’ to cost $7.25m to bowl A law change allowed demolition of the previously Category 1 listed historic place.12 Apr 05:14 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Future All Blacks first-five hidden in plain sightOpinion: It is shocking that our government debt is growing by $60 million per day.12 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In Greek mythology, who killed the snake-haired Gorgon Medusa?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.12 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsInside NZ-US work on critical minerals deal: Why ministry told Herald to destroy sensitive infoNew documents show how the proposed framework came about.12 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why 'well-intentioned' is not good enough for struggling Rotorua businessesOpinion: One retailer says he lost 'a lot of money' after closing his store.12 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe problem with KiwiSaver that no one is fixingIn this episode of The Prosperity Project, Nadine Higgins talks to KiwiSaver expert Mary Holm about what’s changed, who benefits, and what still isn’t working.Watch12 Apr 04:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: The smart way to put a big payout to work in a jittery marketOPINION: Many Fonterra farmers may ponder how to best invest a windfall of up to $400,000.12 Apr 04:00 PM
