PoliticsGovt to pass marine and coastal area bill despite court ruling in its favourThe Government says a Supreme Court ruling ‘doesn’t go far enough’.05 Aug 02:35 AM
New ZealandTeen hospitalised after youth gang attack at Auckland train stationA 15-year-old was attacked at Avondale Train Station before having his shoes stolen.05 Aug 02:34 AM
New ZealandPolice seek witnesses after man assaulted while walking with wife The suspect, walking two dogs, left the man with facial injuries and a concussion.05 Aug 02:03 AM
New ZealandThe Country: TB on Jeremy Clarkson's farmNathan Guy, Cameron Bagrie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Farmer Tom Martin.05 Aug 01:41 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Is bureaucracy slowing innovation in NZ farming?OPINION: NZ risks falling behind as innovation in biologicals outpace regulation.05 Aug 01:39 AM
New ZealandMan who allegedly killed brother, stole car at gunpoint gives up suppressionJack Hargreaves faces charges of murder, aggravated robbery and failing to stop for police05 Aug 12:38 AM
New Zealand'Three life sentences': Whānau's anger after man admits killing three in railway crossing crashThe 36-year-old admitted five charges, including three of manslaughter.05 Aug 12:08 AM
AucklandWatch: Man bitten by police dog, tasered at Auckland reserve was wanted for aggravated robberyThe man fled police on foot into mangroves before assaulting officers and being tasered.05 Aug 12:03 AM
PoliticsEducation Minister Erica Stanford defends ‘hasty’ six-week consultation period for NCEA upheavalThe upheaval will see the decades-old NCEA scheme abolished completely. 04 Aug 11:50 PM
New ZealandDunedin pub hit with booze ban after 'premium ham' and lawnmower giveaway promotionA Christmas drinks promo has landed The Kensington in Dunedin a brief alcohol suspension.04 Aug 11:10 PM
OpinionOpinion: NZ is looking for a deal over Trump’s new tariffs – that could come with a high political priceNZ negotiator Vangelis Vitalis is in Washington to address the tariffs.04 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthland College faces intervention after scathing ERO reportPrincipal Duane Allen emphasises ongoing efforts to address problems raised.04 Aug 11:00 PM
EntertainmentShotover Jet Documentary Trailer: Sixty Years of ThrillsA new documentary tracing Shotover Jet's journey from humble beginnings will screen in October during Air New Zealand flights.Watch04 Aug 10:49 PM
New ZealandWeka and chips? The argument for farming native wildlifeResearcher Dray Mark reckons NZ conservation efforts need some “outside the box” thinking.04 Aug 10:38 PM
Auckland Police investigate after 2-month-old baby taken to hospital with serious injuriesThe injured newborn presented at Middlemore Hospital in South Auckland overnight. 04 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Education Minister Erica Stanford speaks to mediaEducation Minister Erica Stanford speaks to the media.Watch04 Aug 10:16 PM
Christchurch'He lost everything': Community rallies around 84yo devastated by house firePopular volunteer worker Ronnie Dunbar is in hospital with burn injuries.04 Aug 10:04 PM
New Zealand‘NCEA is still worthy’: Minister denies students sitting axed qualification will be disadvantagedChanges will be phased in from 2028, with pupils in Year 9 now to be the last to sit NCEA.04 Aug 08:12 PM
New Zealand'Huge backward step': Debate over Govt's new education proposalThe new system replaces NCEA with national qualifications over five years.04 Aug 07:58 PM
New ZealandTwo councillors and two newcomers challenge Tapsell for Rotorua mayorA total of 40 are standing for seats in Rotorua Lakes Council's local election.04 Aug 07:52 PM
New ZealandFormer council CEO among seven challenging Western Bay Mayor for top jobThere are 55 people standing in the Western Bay of Plenty District Council elections.04 Aug 07:51 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsDaron Parton’s cartoons: August 1 - 31Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.04 Aug 07:35 PM
New ZealandA life well lived: Celebrating Neil and Zoe Olsen of PeriaCherished members of the Peria community, Neil and Zoe Olsen, have earned deep respect and affection from generations of locals. Video / Yolisa TswanyaWatch04 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandThree staff involved in pharmacy error that led to two-month-old's deathThe parents don't blame the intern, saying he lacked proper support.04 Aug 06:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPut your number plate into the iPad: Smart parking systems are here to stayThe onus needs to be on businesses to communicate the introduction, tech commentator says.04 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Cats physically thrown at them': Misunderstandings at the heart of abuse of SPCA workers'In what other agency is that acceptable or normal? Sometimes it's too much.'04 Aug 06:00 PM
Auckland'Submerged': Burst main floods Auckland street, water shoots 10m in airFirefighters were called to Rosebank Rd around 12.30am.04 Aug 05:59 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tāmaki Makaurau's byelection is really about Willie Jackson and John TamihereOPINION: Willie Jackson and John Tamihere are key behind the scenes.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Cheaper than supermarkets': Trust's new mission for accessible foodCheaper butter is next on the list for Taimahi Trust's expanding store.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLego master and ex-Green MP among candidates for Gisborne councilVoting opens September 9 and closes midday on October 11.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandIs Auckland dying? Vacant lots on the rise in NZ's largest cityNZ Herald property editor, Anne Gibson is with us to discuss what can be done to get developers moving on empty spaces – some, that have been desolate for decades.Watch04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPocket puppies! We love rats, and now you will tooDid you know rats make great pets? Reporter Nikolaius is at A Rat’s Tail Rattery, a rescue in Auckland where rats are living the dream while waiting for their forever homes.Watch04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPrincipals have their say on axing NCEA: A 'huge step forward' or a game of political football?Leading principals debate the merits of plans to radically overhaul education.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGary Gotlieb: Helipads, boatsheds and NZ's unfair resource consent systemOPINION: The RMA process makes it easier for wealthy applicants to get consent.04 Aug 05:00 PM
