AucklandBody found on rocks at Long Bay Beach referred to coronerPolice were called to the North Shore beach at 3.50pm yesterday.20 Jan 12:31 AM
New ZealandInvercargill councillors reject claims they failed former Mayor Tim ShadboltFormer Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark disputes claims made by Shadbolt's partner.19 Jan 11:37 PM
New ZealandYellow leggings helped Tolaga Bay cray fishermen survive capsizeThe men clung to two empty fuel tanks for seven hours.19 Jan 10:58 PM
New Zealand'Very important tool': Hornet tracking technology proving effectiveSmall radio trackers imported from the Netherlands help find queens, workers and nests.19 Jan 10:54 PM
New ZealandHamilton sprintcar champion’s secret to rare double titleHamilton driver Daniel Thomas claimed his second New Zealand sprintcar title in Cromwell.19 Jan 10:41 PM
New Zealand'Quick and durable death': Street poster pioneer terminally ill, weighs up assisted dyingThe former Exponents manager helped build Christchurch's live music scene.19 Jan 10:08 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay swaps hot start for cool, damp weekHeavy rain and strong winds are possible, but no thunderstorm risks are in place for HB.19 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi psychologist arrested over child sex material after FBI sting on professionalsJeremy Tacon was allegedly identified after an FBI agent posed as a child sex predator.19 Jan 09:49 PM
New ZealandBraddick shines in big shearing weekendEketahuna shearer Hemi Braddick is closer to world champs after his first national win.19 Jan 09:45 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain and severe gales lash Auckland, Northland and CoromandelHundreds without power as heavy rain and severe gales lash Auckland, Northland and Coromandel.Watch19 Jan 09:24 PM
New Zealand'Much needed' $50m new mental health unit to open by mid-yearA health service provider says the extra beds still fall short of current demand.19 Jan 09:17 PM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.19 Jan 08:18 PM
New ZealandParents juggle school device costs and screen time safety risksResearchers now warn Kiwi children's digital skills are declining, despite heavy use.19 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandStan Walker to headline NRL All Stars double-header in HamiltonThe All Stars double-header returns to New Zealand for only the second time.19 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandCan cattle use tools? A brown cow shows howVeronika's flexible, multi-purpose tool use has previously been seen only in apes.19 Jan 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsDaron Parton’s cartoons: January 1 - 31Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.19 Jan 07:46 PM
New Zealand10-year-old in Porirua celebrates NCEA and Cambridge success The Porirua Year 6 student sat NCEA exams usually taken by teenagers.19 Jan 07:25 PM
CrimePolice investigating after late-night assault in Taranaki leaves person critically injuredThe victim was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in the night.19 Jan 07:05 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday, January 20, 2026Morning Headlines | Concern about safety on buses, trains and ferries has sparked calls for a dedicated Transport Police force | Monday, January 20, 2026Watch19 Jan 06:07 PM
OpinionWhy staying small could be the smartest move for ambitious firmsOPINION: A two-person export-focused start-up can outperform a 20-person local office.19 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandSurge in paddleboarders caught without lifejacketsNew paddleboard owners are more unlikely to know the rules, he harbourmaster says.19 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: 'Practice bomb' alert – Did Wellington Airport gamble with safety?OPINION: This incident now tests more than Wellington Airport's judgment.19 Jan 04:05 PM
New ZealandGranny flats: What new rules mean for costs, consents and your ratesHastings District Council says average consent savings are about $5500.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Trump’s approach to international affairs all about economic intimidationOPINION: Threats of punitive tariffs reveal a breathtaking level of arrogance.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe area that got more than a whole summer’s rain in weekend downpourTe Tai Tokerau’s east coast had significant rainfall from midnight Saturday.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It's a joke' - Northland meth rehab struggles amid funding shortfallsNorthland has the country’s highest meth use per person in wastewater tests. Video / Annaleise Shortland / Michael MorrahWatch19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Which pop star recently announced his first solo album in 10 years?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhy is Trump’s pick for ambassador to NZ not yet in Wellington? It's taking longer than usual for Trump's nominee to be confirmed.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBack to school - DevicesBack to School - Parents juggling school device costs and screen time safety risks.Watch19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFar North meth rehab 'in the trenches' as demand outstrips fundingNorthland has the country’s highest meth use per person in wastewater tests.19 Jan 04:00 PM
CrimeWithin an hour of a teen turning 18, he critically stabbed a stranger in an alleyway The victim said the stabbing felt like he was ‘being whipped with a piece of string’.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland schools hit hardest as 445 teacher roles sit vacant nationwide Auckland alone has 125 roles unfilled, in a shortage hitting all levels.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Jobs for your mates': How Act minister secretly picked new firearms group membersThe nominations were made in the name of Paul Goldsmith, who has defended the process.19 Jan 04:00 PM
AucklandPolice investigating after body found on rocks at North Shore beachA spokesperson says the death is being treated as unexplained.19 Jan 08:25 AM
