New ZealandNew Interislander ferries revealedThe Government has unveiled designs and specifications of new Cook Strait ferries set to sail in 2029.Watch19 Nov 02:30 AM
CrimeHead Hunters trio guilty of executing teen, hiding body in pre-dug graveProsecutors said the victim was killed over 1kg of meth.19 Nov 02:23 AM
New ZealandMagic-sand closures: Council shuts Waipawa, Waipukurau librariesMagic sand used at CHB libraries in after-school activities and holiday programmes. 19 Nov 02:22 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Who was Bob the Builder's brother?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.19 Nov 02:15 AM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing woman in Upper HuttPolice said Anita Hart had last been seen on November 13.19 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Winston Peters' Interislander ferries announcementWinston Peters' Interislander ferries announcement.Watch19 Nov 01:46 AM
ChristchurchItalian military plane’s drama over NZ most-tracked flight in worldA minor technical issue forced the Hercules to circle before a safe landing.19 Nov 01:29 AM
New Zealand'Tone deaf': Labour hits back at Govt over Rotorua housing claimTama Potaka says the city’s turnaround shows 'deliberate, co-ordinated action'.19 Nov 01:27 AM
New ZealandTrio accused of murdering Tristan Oakes enter pleasOakes' whānau also attended the appearance in the High Court at Tauranga this morning.19 Nov 01:19 AM
New ZealandGridlock-causing roadworks pushed to 2026, MP says city was let downNZTA received criticism from multiple levels before making the decision to postpone works.19 Nov 01:05 AM
New ZealandNew measles case linked to Auckland Airport confirmedHealth NZ has revised the national total to 19 after one case was removed.19 Nov 01:05 AM
AucklandMotorist fined $150 by AT for driving along bus lane on police orders after crashThe man officially appealed but the fine was only reversed after Herald questions.19 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandMotorist spots blaze that damaged Whangārei warehouseFire investigator Greg Hartwell said no sprinklers or alarms were installed.19 Nov 12:52 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Hard choices lie ahead" – Bishop warns of 'challenges' with $56b roading package Chris Bishop hinted at delays in the programme. 19 Nov 12:40 AM
ChristchurchCountdown on for 2026 World Buskers Festival in ChristchurchThe 2026 festival will bring acts from 12 countries to five city spots.19 Nov 12:33 AM
New ZealandMan in court after Customs busts $3m meth in roller skate knee pads, art Customs intercepted 10 packages sent nationwide containing 10kg of meth.19 Nov 12:29 AM
CrimeMan accused of killing Auckland resident is named five months after arrestIvan Jordan Fifita was found critically injured on June 29 and later died in hospital. 18 Nov 11:52 PM
New ZealandWhangārei warehouse fire: Videos show aftermath of blazeThe building on Kioreroa Rd went up in flames on Tuesday evening, resulting in a smoke advisory. Video / Brodie StoneWatch18 Nov 11:30 PM
CrimeManawatū Prison out of lockdown after bomb threat triggers searchesPolice received a phone threat about 8.40am, which suggested there was a bomb on site.18 Nov 11:22 PM
PremiumPremiumSustainable business & financeGreen finance meets 'woke banking' debateThe ‘woke banking’ bill review is due before Parliament on November 21.18 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland holiday park ditches TVs to help guests switch off and spot kiwiGuests can hear kiwi calls and may spot the native bird after dark.18 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay flight school expands to train more pilots amid global shortageAir Hawke's Bay will split its operations between Napier and Bridge Pā.18 Nov 09:50 PM
New ZealandSchool reopens after asbestos scare linked to magic sandSchool was closed for a day so inspections could be carried out. 18 Nov 09:48 PM
New ZealandLong neck, big Confidence: Kevin settles into Hamilton ZooKevin, a 2-year-old northern giraffe, has swapped Christchurch for Hamilton Zoo, moving into a boys-only bachelor pad with two other males. Video \ Tom EleyWatch18 Nov 09:37 PM
New ZealandMan killed in West Auckland alleged hit-and-run namedA 47-year-old Henderson woman has been charged over the death.18 Nov 09:32 PM
New ZealandPolice say Tom Phillips may have more campsites in Marokopa bush, locals offer up 'helpful' infoPhillips died in a September shootout that left a police officer critically hurt.18 Nov 09:30 PM
CrimeDefence scientists unveil new foldable, floating rescue deviceA Kiwi-designed tool could dramatically change search-and-rescue missions. Video / Herald NOWWatch18 Nov 09:20 PM
New ZealandNZ slips to 44th in global climate index after policy backslidesNew Zealand has dropped three spots to 44th in a global climate ranking.18 Nov 09:05 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ delays graduate nurse job offers until late NovemberOnly 45% of nursing graduates secured jobs in the mid-year intake.18 Nov 08:52 PM
New ZealandFamilies brace for bare Christmas as demand for help surgesAnau Fangupo says her children accept there may be no presents this year.18 Nov 08:51 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain batters North Island as multiple warnings remain in place, state highway floodedAuckland faces an early morning soaking as the downpour moves east.18 Nov 08:24 PM
BusinessRecycling revolution: Rubber roads set to arrive in CanterburyTreadlite CEO Brad Pierce on turning tyres into safer, greener roads. Video / Herald NowWatch18 Nov 08:10 PM
PremiumPremiumSustainable business & financeFonterra faces toughest test cutting emissions on farmsCharlotte Rutherford says Scope 3 farm emissions are the hardest to control.18 Nov 08:00 PM
OpinionGeoffrey Miller: As Saudi Crown Prince visits Washington, what’s NZ’s strategy for the Gulf?OPINION: New Zealand’s relations with the Gulf have waxed and waned over the years.18 Nov 08:00 PM
