New Zealand'Bloodshot eyes, slurred speech': Woman caught four times over limit at 7.30am after hen’s doPolice were called after the vehicle repeatedly crossed the centre line.22 Dec 03:20 AM
WellingtonRay Chung questioned by mayor after voting for grants that included funding for a relativeChung says he didn’t realise a relative’s name was on the council paper when he voted.22 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne lab staff to strike over delayed tests and patient safety concernsThe strike will run from Christmas Day to December 29 at Gisborne Hospital.22 Dec 02:54 AM
New ZealandPolice confirm death on beach north of NapierPolice were called to the stretch of coastline about 3pm.22 Dec 02:48 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which New Zealand character had a dog called Dog?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.22 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandWet, windy Christmas lead-up for many as MetService issues new watchesThe best Christmas weather is tipped for Hastings, Christchurch and Kaikōura.22 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice scheme turns write-offs into sparesReusing parts from written-off cars saved police more than $1.3m last year.22 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Risk to public health': Dumped landfill cheese taken and sold to publicPeople are urged to bin suspect cheese and report illegal sales to NZ Food Safety.22 Dec 01:53 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, December 22, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Basement blaze in downtown Auckland, and Australian PM booed at Bondi vigil | Monday, December 22, 2025Watch22 Dec 01:25 AM
New ZealandInformation sought after pedestrian hit on Tauranga roadPolice say the incident happened about 10.30am on Cheyne Rd in Pyes Pā.22 Dec 12:47 AM
New ZealandNicola Willis to run as list-only MP at next electionNicola Willis will run as a list-only MP, stepping back from electorate contests.22 Dec 12:41 AM
AucklandCar hits pedestrian in busy Auckland intersection, one in serious conditionThe crash happened at the intersection of Dominion and Balmoral Rds.22 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandMetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 25 DecemberMetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 25 December. Video / MetServiceWatch21 Dec 11:54 PM
New Zealand'Be on the lookout': Police warn Ruatiti bush visitors in hunt for ColeMitchell Cole, 29, is a person of interest and is believed to be armed.21 Dec 11:44 PM
New ZealandDesperate search as person missing in water off the CoromandelA search operation is underway after two people got into difficulty this morning.21 Dec 11:32 PM
New ZealandUte driver fleeing police on beach arrested after getting stuck in sandThe 37-year-old is due in the Napier District Court tomorrow on driving charges.21 Dec 11:12 PM
AucklandFirefighters battle basement blaze in downtown Auckland heritage buildingThe mixed-use Customs St East building houses homes and businesses.21 Dec 10:57 PM
New ZealandMember of public finds body inside crashed carThe accident happened on an infamous stretch of road where 5 teens died in 2021.21 Dec 10:36 PM
AucklandPolice name driver who died two weeks after Māngere motorway truck crashJagpreet Singh, 20, succumbed to his critical injuries in hospital. 21 Dec 10:14 PM
New ZealandMore calls for help as pet refuge braces for Christmas family violence spikePet Refuge is already caring for 29 pets in the lead-up to Christmas. 21 Dec 09:26 PM
New ZealandBystanders praised after alleged rock-throwing incidentPolice said several large rocks were used to smash a family’s car windows.21 Dec 08:31 PM
New ZealandThe risk-taking that leads to carnage: Top cop's warning to drivers as festive season beginsLast year, 15 people were killed on the roads during the Christmas break.21 Dec 07:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Depraved' Remuera sex offender who filmed abuse claims three friends 'assassinated' in AucklandHe admitted 50 child sex charges and received a 5% discount for a $20k victims payment.21 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandBoatie rescued after fire on Lake Taupo, investigation underwayEmergency crews began searching after the boat was reported overdue.21 Dec 06:32 PM
TalanoaDid NZ shortchange Samoa over Manawanui wreck payout?Experts say the $6m payout may cover only about 10% of clean-up costs.21 Dec 05:19 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas Scrimgeour: Why welfare won’t work until we pay for resultsOPINION: Doing good is never as easy as we make it sound. 21 Dec 05:07 PM
New Zealand'If it wasn’t for you ...': Council workers save great-grandmotherRotorua council workers save 78-year-old woman in miraculous garden rescue.21 Dec 05:01 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay disability advocate Jim Edwards retires, dreams of final waka tripJim Edwards has supported disabled Hawke's Bay locals into work since 1989.21 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Eighteen weeks clean': Napier man plans reunion with daughter after getting off streetsCarl Turner woke up one day and realised a lot of people were trying to help him.21 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionTrump’s new security strategy exposes the limits of NZ’s ‘softly-softly’ diplomacyOPINION: The contrast between the worldview of NZ and the US could hardly be greater.21 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Very active’: Optimistic Bay retailers brace for a bustling summer seasonRetail NZ says 66% of retailers feel confident heading into summer. 21 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Rusty but running': 1940s bulldozer still going strongTractor tales are a hit on The Country, but this Fowler bulldozed the competition in 2025.21 Dec 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNo Santa, no birthdays: Inside Gloriavale kids’ banned ‘special days’Why Gloriavale leavers will be truly joyful this Christmas. 21 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Chance to share our space': Farm lake brings community togetherAn uplifting yarn about Rochelle and Geoff Spark was widely read on The Country in 2025.21 Dec 04:00 PM
