New ZealandHow new speed limits are making Hastings schools saferThe changes are part of Hastings' early rollout of lower speed limits.16 Jul 03:49 AM
New Zealand'Sterling job': Auckland coastguard rescues two people, dog from sinking houseboatThe crew had to fight 30-knot squalls during the daring rescue.16 Jul 03:49 AM
New ZealandWatch: Member of public rams allegedly stolen vehicle in Gisborne"We strongly discourage people from taking matters into their own hands."16 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which ancient civilisation built Machu Picchu?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.16 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandBeekeeper advocacy group comes under pressureRifts among industry groups, charities and agencies in the beekeeping industry.16 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandMember of public rams car fleeing policeAn allegedly stolen vehicle was fleeing police in Gisborne last Friday when a member of the public deliberately rammed it.Watch16 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandDetached boat and trailer caused fatal crash near Te KūitiPolice are appealing for dashcam footage.16 Jul 02:57 AM
Politics'Wild West': Thousands petition for Govt to halt contentious Gene Technology BillBeef + Lamb NZ has asked Government to 'slow down' and 'consult properly' with farmers.16 Jul 02:42 AM
PoliticsGovernment ditching open-plan classroomsEducation Minister Erica Stanford wants standard designs that prioritise flexibility.16 Jul 02:09 AM
ChristchurchFive-year-old child victim in dog attack The youngster was attacked at Darnley Rd, near the Waipara River, yesterday afternoon. 16 Jul 02:03 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Luxon on coalition frictionChristopher Luxon, Todd McClay, Andrew Murray, Jack Fagan, and Jim Hopkins. 16 Jul 01:42 AM
New ZealandEat Well For Less: Mike Van De Elzen shares grocery savings tipsMike Van De Elzen shares tips to save on grocery bills in the new season of Eat Well For Less. Video / Dean PurcellWatch16 Jul 01:35 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain watch north of Napier, potential to be upgraded to warning'Quite persistent heavy rain' expected overnight Thursday and into Friday morning.16 Jul 01:20 AM
New Zealand'Surreal intelligence': Orcas seen sharing prey with humansThe study highlights orcas’ potential to form bonds with other species.16 Jul 01:00 AM
New Zealand'I heard it crash ... then someone scream': Neighbour recounts crash and attack on driver'I saw that some (people) were beating the driver up.'16 Jul 12:59 AM
Crime'Shattered her innocence': Pimp jailed for child prostitution ring ambitionsThe judge described Wiparera Paraire's offending as 'abhorrent and manipulative'.16 Jul 12:54 AM
New ZealandMan lost wife and daughter in Waiuku triple-fatalThe tight-knit community is reeling after the horror crash.16 Jul 12:37 AM
PoliticsChris Bishop tells councils to stop plan changes ahead of RMA reformsThe Government pauses council plan changes ahead of the new RMA coming into effect.16 Jul 12:36 AM
New Zealand'Thrilling' find: Unique kiwi rediscovered after decadesThe kiwi pukupuku was found in the remote Adams Wilderness Area.16 Jul 12:04 AM
New ZealandFour crashes in Hawke’s Bay send four to hospital Two of the people injured were in a serious condition.15 Jul 11:58 PM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori byelection contender cops flak for supporting Labour MP’s selectionTe Kou o Rehua Panapa is pondering which party he could run for in next year's election.15 Jul 11:51 PM
New ZealandMetService Afternoon Weather: July 16, 2025MetService Afternoon Weather: July 16, 2025. Video / MetServiceWatch15 Jul 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTop detective urges support for mothers after 'distressing' cases of babies found in binsDetective Inspector Scott Beard emphasised supporting the mothers and family involved.15 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice retrieve items from crash site at ‘roller coaster road’ where woman and two children diedThe tight-knit community of Waiuku is reeling after the horror crash.15 Jul 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Far out': Napier ice swimmer's intense sensation after pushing himself to new limit'I know how I feel after a cold-water swim, but I have never experienced it like this.'15 Jul 10:24 PM
New ZealandPolice continue their investigation into triple fatal crash on Masters Road, WaiukuThe three people killed in a crash in Waiuku yesterday are an adult and two children. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Jul 10:14 PM
WorldSyrian forces accused of ‘executions’ in Druze area as Israel launches strikesThe Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said that Syrian government forces and their allies had executed 19 people in and around Sweida. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Jul 09:45 PM
New Zealand'Mind-blowing': Chef's two-ingredient meringue breakthrough'It’s as simple as, and could make life a lot easier.'15 Jul 09:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Hiding from the council': Rotorua's secret pod shelter for homelessThe council says that like all accommodation, the Village of Hope needs consent.15 Jul 09:44 PM
New ZealandOne critical, three seriously injured: BoP crash closes roadPolice have asked motorists to avoid the area.15 Jul 09:32 PM
New ZealandGDT: Prices up, but cheddar slumpsGlobal Dairy Trade prices have rebounded 1.1% after four consecutive declines.15 Jul 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of July 14 - 20Rod Emmerson's take on the week.15 Jul 09:10 PM
New ZealandOne month of new $824m highway: No crashes, no potholes, no complaints'The new highway has changed every aspect of our lives.'15 Jul 08:54 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies after crash with car in HamiltonThe Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene.15 Jul 08:39 PM
