New ZealandDeal aims to safeguard Rotorua’s main water sourceRotorua Lakes Council has committed $2.4m and yearly funding to the Karamu Tākina Trust.17 Apr 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSport'Toxic' state of water polo: Chair abruptly resigns, two days after clubs call for her to step down Chair's resignation follows clubs' concerns about governance and SIC bullying inquiry.17 Apr 03:51 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather April 17-22MetService's severe weather update for April 17-22. Video / MetServiceWatch17 Apr 03:32 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday April 17, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Claims the Prime Minister’s leadership is on the rocks and police are in the early stages of reviewing Auckland's DNA database| Friday April 17, 2026Watch17 Apr 03:15 AM
New ZealandPolice defy district’s top cop by posting pay protest stickers in stationThe 'Repay the Risk' campaign is the union's first in its 90-year history.17 Apr 03:14 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: All Whites captain Chris Wood plays for which English Premier League club?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.17 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'No rates increase is welcome': Waikato council signs off 2.8% riseProperties with water services will pay an extra $142.22 on their fixed charge.17 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'They were really good boys': Kawerau mourns 'precious' river victimsWhānau for one of the boys have shared a tribute, describing him as having a gentle soul.17 Apr 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCan I refuse to go to work during a state of emergency? What the experts say'I’m lucky my boss values our safety, but not everyone is in that position.'17 Apr 02:21 AM
Super RugbyGovernment won’t step in to save Moana Pasifika – Sports MinisterThere'll be no repeat of previous funding as the Super Rugby side face financial exodus.17 Apr 01:59 AM
New ZealandLabour leader visits flood-hit Waikato schoolChris Hipkins has visited Ōtorohanga Primary School, which was damaged in February.17 Apr 01:56 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Barry Soper on Christopher Luxon's leadershipWayne Langford, H. McKay, Todd Charteris, C. Brandolino, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Barry Soper.17 Apr 01:48 AM
WellingtonMore women complain of Wellington sugar daddy's 'concerning behaviour' as cops mull chargesThe behaviour of a man offering women money for companionship appears to have escalated.17 Apr 01:47 AM
New ZealandFresh weather warnings as weekend storm rolls inAlready-saturated regions are at risk of more slips and surface flooding.17 Apr 01:30 AM
Politics'I have the numbers': Luxon adamant he has support of National caucusChristopher Luxon may face a difficult two weeks back at Parliament.17 Apr 01:10 AM
New ZealandCourt delays triple murder trial for at least six monthsThe accused denies the charges on the grounds of insanity.17 Apr 12:52 AM
New ZealandHow a Hawke’s Bay apprentice is turning training hours into safer homesKees Fels-Henderson is fine-tuning his electrical skills and helping the community. 17 Apr 12:52 AM
New ZealandDiesel spill after boat sinks at Thames wharfStaff are deploying oil spill booms and assessing the extent of the leak.17 Apr 12:31 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: PM's limited options as he stares down toughest fortnight of his leadershipANALYSIS: More MPs appear to be leaking caucus business over their breakfast. 17 Apr 12:09 AM
New ZealandIRD lays 35 tax charges against ex-councillor Former Tauranga councillor Andrew Hollis is accused of tax evasion and other IRD offences.17 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to mediaNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to mediaWatch16 Apr 11:57 PM
New Zealand'Completely over the top': Teacher punched bar patron 16 timesThe teacher, who was working a second job at a bar, claimed he feared for his life.16 Apr 11:56 PM
New ZealandWhitianga Locals Spot Runaway PigWhitianga locals saw a pig on the run, and dashing straight to the beach for a morning swim at Brophy's Beach.Watch16 Apr 11:13 PM
New ZealandFree bus rides across Hastings and Napier this weekendNo payment or Bee Card is needed, with passengers free to hop on and off.16 Apr 11:11 PM
New ZealandMeet 12-week-old police pup PharaohThere's a long journey ahead before Pharaoh becomes a fully-fledged police dog. Video / Brodie StoneWatch16 Apr 11:00 PM
Crime'Young woman's nightmare': NZ's most notorious rapist sentenced againMalcolm Rewa was confronted in court by a woman who was 16 when he targeted her in 1988.16 Apr 10:56 PM
CrimeDet Insp Scott Beard speaks to media following Malcolm Rewa sentencingDetective Inspector Scott Beard and Crown prosecutor Alysha McClintock spoke to the media following Malcolm Rewa sentencing at the Auckland High Court. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 Apr 10:44 PM
ChristchurchPolice car involved in serious Canterbury crash, SH1 closedThe two-vehicle crash happened on Main South Rd in Burnham.16 Apr 10:35 PM
New ZealandAuckland Mayor tells truckies to drive at night to save on fuelMainfreight boss Don Braid says KiwiRail is 'missing in action' on extra rail.16 Apr 10:15 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYPolitical leanings of media outlet audiences revealed in new survey | Ryan Bridge TODAYMedia Insider's Shayne Currie joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch16 Apr 10:14 PM
New ZealandGrowing pains for medicinal cannabisSeveral firms have closed since medicinal cannabis was legalised, then regulated in 2020. 16 Apr 09:40 PM
New Zealand'Nasty politics': Mayor denies 'attack dog' claim after councillor walks outLee says he left after meeting became 'dysfunctional' and he couldn't ask a question.16 Apr 09:30 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.16 Apr 09:29 PM
New Zealand$30m cancer lodge planned for BoP: 'It will make a huge difference'The 40-room lodge will offer free accommodation, meals and transport to Tauranga Hospital.16 Apr 09:00 PM
