New ZealandCouncillor or 'chatbot'? Local election is the first with AI Candidates debate the technology's authenticity, efficiency and capability. 24 Aug 12:02 AM
New Zealand'Not suitable for a child': Black mould, holes in floor at 'appalling' rental The man, who was living there with his 12yo, stopped paying rent in protest. 24 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandHailstorm catches Aucklanders by surprise, more possibly on the wayHeavy hail began hitting North Shore suburbs about 9.45pm on Saturday. 23 Aug 11:52 PM
New ZealandMan was digging a hole when sand dune collapsed on top of him at MuriwaiA couple first on the scene said the man was fully buried in the collapsed dune. 23 Aug 11:30 PM
AucklandBody found in water at Marlborough's Wairau BarA rāhui is in place for five days at the site.23 Aug 11:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy a young farmer plays the bagpipes at a South island sheep musterJack Boon played the pipes at school and in competitions. Now he plays to the farm dogs.23 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update: August 24, 2025 | Muriwai dune collapse, protests in Tel AvivNZ Herald Morning News Update | Muriwai dune collapse. Protests in Tel Aviv over famine in Gaza. Alert over man propositioning teens in Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Aug 09:37 PM
New ZealandMultiple units respond to Te Awamutu house fire Six fire trucks, a water tanker and multiple support vehicles responded to the blaze. 23 Aug 09:31 PM
New Zealand'A very hard place': What will life be like in military detention for NZ's attempted spy?The soldier was sentenced to two years in military detention earlier this week. 23 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead, another injured in Waikato crashThe single-vehicle crash happened near Te Mata.23 Aug 08:36 PM
New ZealandLarge fire at Auckland playground treated as suspiciousEmergency services received multiple calls about the fire in Flat Bush last night.23 Aug 08:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier restaurant once named NZ's best closes; owners reveal plan for new restaurantPacifica's head chef Jeremy Rameka says 'it is time to move on and start afresh'.23 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'A real grind': Toni Street on her passions, greatest fears and hopes for NZThe broadcaster wants to see day-to-day life become easier for all Kiwis.23 Aug 05:03 PM
ChristchurchFrom one mother to another: The care packages charity that helps mums in hospitalsJoy Reid said the charity had helped support her through her own grief journey. 23 Aug 05:02 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightWhen memory fades, love remains - Glenn DwightOPINION: Glenn Dwight on cherishing memories amidst the challenges of Alzheimer's.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Great New Zealand Road Trip: Day 6 – How Nin's Bin became an iconNin's Bin is an iconic crayfish caravan just outside Kaikōura, along State Highway 1, and is now in its third generation of family ownership. Video / Shayne CurrieWatch23 Aug 05:00 PM
WellingtonDrivers fight 'impossible' parking tickets as new tech gets triple the fines of a wardenThe council has refused to waive most of the tickets despite system errors.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Spring is on the way, time to get readyOpinion: How does the vegetable garden know spring is on the way?23 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They tried to rip my scalp off': Woman says dog pack hunted her like an animalThe woman and her family are appalled the dogs haven't been put down.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Te reo policies divert attention from the real issuesOPINION: Changing names like Waka Kotahi back seems unnecessary to many.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuWhy Millie Elder-Holmes is back in controversy over gambling promotionsMillie Elder-Holmes faces new complaints over promoting online gambling.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFamily farm's journey to eco-friendly successThe Orlando-Reep family bought Manawanui as a 200-hectare farm in 1983.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Fonterra sale could be double-edged sword; Kiwis entitled to Covid answersOPINION: Car parks haven't gotten smaller, but cars have gotten bigger, writes one reader.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The strutful Reeves': Farming pheasants back in the day"Their favourite titbit is a handful of gentles, vulgarly known as maggots."23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Which New York City borough is known as the 'Boogie Down'? Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOmarama Station farmer plays bagpipes for sheep muster traditionJack Boon, 19, plays bagpipes before sheep musters at Omarama Station, continuing an old tradition. Video / NZ MerinoWatch23 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Everything goes chill. It's a time warp': Life in NZ's smallest village – 10 official residents, homes in hot demand'I love living here. People are just awesome... None of us is in each other's pockets.'23 Aug 08:51 AM
New ZealandPolice warn 11 schools after man seeks inappropriate favours Parents are advised to teach children safe travel and report concerns.23 Aug 08:20 AM
New ZealandAre you a winner? Lotto Powerball hits an eye-watering $8mA South Island ticket won $20 million earlier this month.23 Aug 08:04 AM
New Zealand'Now, now, now': Save the Children warns of famine crisis in Gaza amid aid shortagesSave the Children's teams are facing an overwhelming tide of hunger and disease in Gaza.23 Aug 07:43 AM
TalanoaKiwi singer stopped in Hawaii after being recognised by customs officerA customs officer spotted the young star and asked for a photo.23 Aug 07:37 AM
New ZealandPerson critical after sand dune collapse at popular Auckland beachThey were airlifted to hospital in a critical condition.23 Aug 06:47 AM
New ZealandTwo dead, two critical after weekend of serious crashes across NZTwo people died in crashes in Northland and South Taranaki overnight.23 Aug 06:23 AM
CrimeSex worker stabbed client outside Auckland school after man refused to pay for servicesIt was the second time the man had refused to pay. That's when her hunting knife came out.23 Aug 06:00 AM
