New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 19, 2026Afternoon Headlines | PM's State of the Nation speech and concerns over rock pool harvesting | Monday, January 19, 2026Watch18 Jan 11:46 PM
New ZealandSheep die as livestock trailer overturns, blocks stretch of SH2 near WairoaPolice were unable to confirm how many sheep had died.18 Jan 11:36 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Update: 19 - 22 JanuaryMetService Severe Weather Update: 19 - 22 January. Video / MetServiceWatch18 Jan 11:18 PM
New ZealandGovernment considering ban on rock pool harvesting in AucklandNgāti Manuhiri wants a two-year shellfish ban along Auckland's east coast.18 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandUnpacking the details of New Zealand's free trade deal with IndiaThe deal cuts tariffs on 95% of New Zealand exports, but dairy remains excluded.18 Jan 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Right place at the right time': How council worker and pilot stumbled across tramper feared deadThe 66-year-old vanished on December 30 and survived three weeks alone.18 Jan 10:30 PM
New ZealandAuckland Harbour Bridge at risk of closure as high winds hit cityNZTA has warned Auckland drivers Harbour Bridge lane closures are possible. 18 Jan 10:26 PM
New ZealandMan dies in geothermal area in Rotorua in ‘water-related incident’Emergency services were called to Whakarewarewa last night at 9.40.18 Jan 10:16 PM
New ZealandRare white tūī delights Hawke’s Bay bird watcher in apricot tree visitThe bird was spotted by regular Hawke's Bay birdwatcher Ali Allen. 18 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon 2026 State of the Nation addressChristopher Luxon delivers his 2026 State of the Nation addressWatch18 Jan 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsGuy Body’s cartoons: January 1 - 31Our cartoonist Guy Body shares his view on current events.18 Jan 08:18 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.18 Jan 08:16 PM
New ZealandBack to school: How parents are cutting uniform costsParents are turning to second-hand shops and Facebook groups to cut uniform costs.18 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 19, 2026Morning Headlines | PM will give his State of the Nation speech | Monday, January 19, 2026.Watch18 Jan 07:47 PM
New ZealandLuxon signals possible Cabinet reshuffle as politicians retire, election date out 'very shortly' The Prime Minister has also made his first statement on Greenland.18 Jan 07:39 PM
New ZealandAbuse in Care: Police prosecuted fewer than 1 in 10 referred casesEight offenders have been convicted of dozens of assaults on 15 children.18 Jan 07:23 PM
New ZealandThree charged after violent, unprovoked assault on young people at partyThe seven people received a range of injuries, from minor bruising to a fractured skull.18 Jan 06:28 PM
New ZealandWatch Live: Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike HoskingWatch Live: Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike Hosking. Video / NewstalkZBWatch18 Jan 05:35 PM
New ZealandSummer hits the sweet spot: New late-night dessert bar serves 'thousands'Accommodation and tourism businesses are also seeing good numbers through the doors.18 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRebekah Armstrong: When the people of Iran ask you to stand with them, this is what they meanOPINION: Millions of Iranians are risking arrest, torture and death to defy their regime.18 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They will lose money': Kāinga Ora to sell land it bought for $70.4m in 2021The state housing agency faced claims it overpaid for the Ferncliffe Farm site.18 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Are we trading away human connection for late-night convenience?OPINION: Online shopping in New Zealand grew 5% in 2024, with eight million more buys.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In what athletics event is the world record 8.95 metres?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBack to school - UniformsBack to School - How parents are cutting uniform costs.Watch18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy authorities hammered these 10 tradies and cancelled their building licencesThe list features a 'ghost builder', a drug kingpin and 'a danger to the public'.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandClean-up begins after Northland deluge cuts off coastal communitiesMore heavy rain is forecast from Wednesday, with up to a 60% risk of warnings.18 Jan 04:00 PM
WellingtonAirport finds practice bomb in luggage, calls Defence Force but doesn't evacuateWorker claims safety rules ignored but bosses say public wasn't at risk.18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPrice of meth in NZ dropped to new low in 2025, cocaine market growing according to new researchMeth used to be $1000 a gram. Now it's only $283 in Auckland. 18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorWhat to expect from PM's state of the nation today - and unveiling of election dateANALYSIS: The National Party leader is yet to comment on major world events.18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The All Blacks have been spoilt by success over an epoch OPINION: Country Calendar is a national treasure, a reader writes.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi 'warrior' loses leg in Ukraine but stays at frontline for five daysA badly injured Kiwi soldier has been awarded a Ukrainian medal for valour.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSubtropical low to bring heavy rain and severe gales to upper North IslandNorthland is under a heavy rain watch from 6pm today until 6pm tomorrow.18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: Why Japan’s rate hikes could shake global markets this yearJapan has lifted rates four times since 2024, ending eight years below zero.18 Jan 03:00 PM
New Zealand'An amazing result': Missing tramper found alive in remote hut after search called offGraham Garnett had been missing in Kahurangi National Park since December 30.18 Jan 05:52 AM
