New ZealandResearchers warn of Pike River mine disaster potential repeat amid WorkSafe shake-upA health and safety expert believes the minister is being 'dogmatic' in changing WorkSafe.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBest Debut: Comedian scoops major prize at festival'Now, it feels like I deserve to be up there.'04 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics Inside Phil Goff's sacking: Officials sought wife's help to contact himTexts, emails and phone calls reveal a frenzy of activity set off by Goff's Trump remarks.04 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: 'Run it straight' games deserve condemnation OPINION: The activity has horrified those who work so hard to prevent head injury. 04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFour-lane Ruakura road gets $4.1m design stage fundingTransport Minister Chris Bishop said the NZTA board has endorsed the project.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What is the main protein that makes up human hair?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Spring of Water: Māori-owned birthing unit reopens on East Coast after cyclone closureThe new unit, Te Puna Wai, is the only Māori-owned birthing unit.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Haka shows love for MPs facing suspensionReporter Sinembali is on the Parliament steps, where supporters have turned out for 3 MPs facing possible suspension for their haka in opposition to the Treaty Principles Bill.Watch04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm warnings across top half of North Island as heavy rain lashes AklWarnings of localised flooding, severe gales, waves reaching 6.5 metres and snow.04 Jun 09:07 AM
New ZealandSerious two-car crash closes road in Stillwater, AucklandEmergency services were called to the scene around 7pm.04 Jun 08:44 AM
New ZealandAre you $12m richer? Lotto numbers drawn for mega Powerball prizeCheck the numbers from tonight's draw to see if you are in the money.04 Jun 08:30 AM
New ZealandFrank Film: Stories from the South, Episode 4 – Mary still kicks at 86.“I can't kick to the head, because I can't reach that high now, but I can take someone's knee out,” says 86-year-old martial arts teacher Mary Patu.Watch04 Jun 07:09 AM
New ZealandTeacher denied request to 'retire with dignity' after having sex with studentThe woman was more recently teaching at one of the country's top private girls' schools.04 Jun 06:00 AM
New Zealand$250k boat and $16k catch seized on top of $13k fine for Gisborne fishing company and skipperThe company was fined $9000 on top of court costs, while its skipper was fined $4000.04 Jun 06:00 AM
Politics'Serious and concerning': PM's deputy press sec resigns amid allegations of recording sex workersPolice said it did not meet the criminal prosecution threshold.04 Jun 05:52 AM
New ZealandBus carrying 17 people rolls in Southland, SH97 closedThe road is shut and emergency crews are redirecting traffic.04 Jun 05:01 AM
New ZealandSunday service for Te Huia train ready for final sign-offWaikato Regional Council approved the reallocation of reserve funds to cover the cost.04 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Update: June 4MetService Severe Weather Update: June 4. Video / MetserviceWatch04 Jun 04:58 AM
New ZealandOne of Napier’s most prominent art deco buildings gets faceliftThe Art Deco Trust says the fresh paint job and restoration work looks "amazing".04 Jun 04:11 AM
New ZealandFrom Maraenui to Te Papa – the community banners that caught the national museum's eyeBanners made in Napier and spotted on the streets of Wellington are now off to Te Papa.04 Jun 04:09 AM
New ZealandPolice seek victim of random assault at Queenstown taxi rankThe victim was looking at his phone near the Cookie Time shop at the time of the incident.04 Jun 03:54 AM
New Zealand'Not just a pretty face': Auckland reality TV star to fight crime through local politicsShe advocates for free cat desexing and microchipping in Auckland.04 Jun 03:49 AM
New ZealandMan dies on remand at Invercargill Prison; investigation under wayCorrections said staff made every effort to try to save the man, who died on May 27.04 Jun 03:47 AM
New ZealandGovernment rejects plan to bar cruise ships from Milford SoundThe Government has rejected a vision to ban cruise ships from Milford Sound and close its airstrip while announcing $15.2m for infrastructure upgrades & conservation projects.Watch04 Jun 03:29 AM
New ZealandRegional council chair not seeking re-electionDoug Leeder joined the council in 2013.04 Jun 03:18 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What agency does Ethan Hunt work for in the Mission: Impossible series?Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.04 Jun 03:00 AM
KahuBuilder's close-call amid depression crisis in constructionBuilders say the commitment and weight of running a business can come as a shock04 Jun 02:45 AM
New ZealandGraphic footage of New Lynn terror attack shown in closed court, stabber donned red gloveSamsudeen grabbed a knife from a shelf and began slashing at shoppers. 04 Jun 02:13 AM
New Zealand'Supporting local economy': $15.2m boost for Milford Sound projects$15.2 million will be invested in infrastructure and conservation projects.04 Jun 01:51 AM
New ZealandSingle shoplifting report leads to 37 convictions, jail for prolific offenderA Tauranga shoplifter got two years for 37 charges since last year.04 Jun 01:31 AM
New ZealandGDT analysis with Mike McIntyre on The CountryChristopher Luxon, Jane Smith, Mike McIntyre, Ben Picton, and Phil Duncan. 04 Jun 01:30 AM
New ZealandUkraine's secret service publishes footage of alleged attack on Crimean bridgeKyiv's SBU releases video of a blast under the Crimean bridge, claiming Ukraine detonated a bomb on the key link between annexed Crimea and Russia. Video / AFPWatch04 Jun 12:56 AM
New Zealand'Significant loss of history': Paihia fire devastates Kelly Tarlton's old shipThe fire began on the ship - converted into a building - near Waitangi Bridge.04 Jun 12:51 AM
New Zealand'Really cold temperatures': Wet, windy start to winter for Hawke’s Bay'Break out the gloves and beanies:' Weekend set to chill the Bay.04 Jun 12:37 AM
