New ZealandMajor Tauranga roading project set to go ahead without NZTA fundingRatepayers could cover $106.7m of the $185.5m transport and water infrastructure project.27 Aug 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Repeated offending': Woman covertly filmed during sex only learned about videos two years laterJudge: Ricky Davies breached the woman's privacy in the most egregious way.27 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandWitness lashes out in Mongrel Mob president's murder trial: 'I don’t want to be here'Henry Mau'u swore in court, refusing to answer questions.27 Aug 04:32 AM
New ZealandOne critically injured in Wellington crashNZTA advises motorists to consider using SH59 for travel north, not Transmission Gully.27 Aug 04:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow Shane Christie was gagged from speaking on brain injuries the year before his deathA letter from NZR told the star ex-player he couldn't speak on any brain injury solutions.27 Aug 04:20 AM
New ZealandBat bites, bird strikes, rabies shots: Strangest NZ travel insurance claims'The amount of people who hit a kangaroo with a rental car is phenomenal.'27 Aug 04:19 AM
New ZealandPartner of Auckland mum who died with newborn baby jailed for raping teenagerEmerald Tai and her newborn died of sepsis in March 2020.27 Aug 04:12 AM
AucklandHarbour bridge crash causing snarls across motorway networkCommuters should expect delays and take extra care when driving across the bridge.27 Aug 04:08 AM
PoliticsMike King’s role within Govt-funded charity I Am Hope unclearMental health advocate's charity was given $24m over four years by the Government. 27 Aug 04:08 AM
New Zealand'Ride free': Tributes for decorated Kiwi cop killed in US motorbike crash Detective Sergeant Brian Woodcock died in a crash in Arizona on August 18.27 Aug 04:02 AM
New ZealandKFC doubles down in Hastings with second restaurantThe new KFC could replace the closed Vege Shed, and not everyone's happy.27 Aug 03:51 AM
Politics'Shocked': Email shows RBNZ warned Treasury it could 'destroy goodwill' by releasing infoFinance Minister Nicola Willis said she disagreed with the RBNZ chairman's comments.27 Aug 03:45 AM
New ZealandChopper crew stunned to find man alive after 100m plunge: 'I've seen people die from 5m'William Murphy survived with 11 broken ribs, a broken foot and a perforated lung.27 Aug 03:42 AM
New ZealandHorticulture leaders gather to discuss sector's challenges'If there’s one word that sums up the past year in NZ horticulture, it’s resilience.'27 Aug 03:34 AM
PoliticsFinance Minister Nicola Willis on Reserve Bank Chair Neil Quigley's OIA emailShe expressed disagreement with his newly revealed comments. Video / Mark MitchellWatch27 Aug 03:21 AM
New ZealandThree days, 25 different gardens: Festival for green thumbs arrives in Hawke's BayAll proceeds from the first edition will go to Riding for the Disabled branches.27 Aug 03:20 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely no evidence': Doctor dismisses rickets responsible for baby's fractured ribs in sportsman trialThe expert witness rejected the defence position the injuries may have been congenital.27 Aug 03:16 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which pigment comes from cuttlefish?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.27 Aug 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Couldn’t handle the screaming and crying': Man reveals why he killed his girlfriend's babyMatthew Ellery threw the girl to the floor and smothered her. Then he blamed her uncle.27 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandSeriously injured person rescued after falling down 30m abandoned coal mineThe injured person has been taken to Greymouth Hospital. 27 Aug 02:43 AM
New ZealandMan dies in single-vehicle crash near Gore Emergency services responded to the crash on Old Coach Rd just after 10 this morning.27 Aug 02:39 AM
ChristchurchWoman died in police cell after 'tense and dangerous' police calloutThe death has been referred to the Coroner and Independent Police Conduct Authority.27 Aug 02:16 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Jane Smith and Damien O'Connor - friends at last?Christopher Luxon, Jane Smith, Stefan Vogel, and Rick Ladd.27 Aug 02:14 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Cop killer on the run, search for Dezi Freeman continuesNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Cop killer on the run, search for Dezi Freeman continues & concussion experts call for ban of Run It Straight eventsWatch27 Aug 01:57 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather: August 27thMetService Severe Weather: August 27th. Video / MetServiceWatch27 Aug 01:55 AM
New ZealandKrispy Kreme store accused of endangering local catsAwhi Mai Cat Rescue accuse the Krispy Kreme store of tampering with the cats' food. 27 Aug 01:38 AM
New ZealandPolice close Wellington street while investigating 'item of concern'Six police cars and Defence Force experts were present at the scene. 27 Aug 01:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwibank cites 'unforeseen circumstances' as Dannevirke branch closesMayoral candidates are concerned the closure will impact residents, including the elderly.27 Aug 01:16 AM
CrimeWoman who ran over, killed ex had contacted police earlier seeking helpHer murder trial was set for next week. She was instead jailed for manslaughter.27 Aug 12:57 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Finance Minister Nicola Willis announces next steps for supermarket competitionNicola Willis announces next steps for supermarket competitionWatch27 Aug 12:50 AM
New ZealandMan arrested for importing 1m black market-bound cigarettes into NZThe cigarettes, imported from China, were falsely declared as clothes. 27 Aug 12:30 AM
New ZealandFormer Māori All Black Shane Christie dies aged 39Shane Christie advocated for NZ Rugby to do more for players with head injuries.27 Aug 12:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLakeland Queen's booze application uncovers consent glitchThe council is contacting affected businesses to address consenting issues.27 Aug 12:20 AM
New Zealand‘A big honour’: NZ writer’s pivot from book reviewer to award-winning children’s authorClaire Mabey made a career of championing award-winning authors. Now she’s one of them.27 Aug 12:18 AM