PremiumPremiumPoliticsCats & possums? Why Government says we need ‘precision kill weapon system’Defence Minister Judith Collins had a model to show off to her colleagues.21 Aug 05:15 AM
AucklandAuckland Council approves first step in plan for two million new homesThe council aims to increase building heights around transport routes and town centres.21 Aug 05:08 AM
New ZealandFrank: Stories from the South, ep. 13 – Remembering MoaThe wingless bird that ruled the roost. Video / Frank FilmWatch21 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Serial heckler kicked out of byelection debate over Hannah Tamaki omissionKarl Mokaraka and his supporters are "thugs and hooligans", says the debate organiser.21 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice seize firearms, ammunition in illegal hunting crackdownTwo men have been arrested, and drugs have also been seized.21 Aug 04:31 AM
OpinionRichard Dawkins: Strong wool – where to next?OPINION: We must understand how we got here and what we can improve on.21 Aug 04:15 AM
New ZealandDilworth paedophile says he doesn't 'dwell' on the abuse he inflictedIan Wilson has been in jail since 2021 for the sexual abuse of several Dilworth students.21 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandWould you pay $20 for a Subway sandwich?And confusingly, prices are inconsistent between franchises. 21 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandSerial political heckler disrupts Tāmaki Makarau by-election debateFormer Vision NZ candidate Karl Mokaraka had to be manhandled out of debate between Labour's Peeni Henare and Te Pāti Māori's Oriini Kaipara. Video / Waatea NewsWatch21 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandCyclist in critical condition after vehicle crash in OnehungaNeilson St, between Galway St and Selwyn St, is closed. 21 Aug 03:48 AM
New Zealand'Lost a lot': CBD brothel plan abandoned after mayoral candidate's condemnation'I am not doing anything illegal. I was trying to create a safe place for sex workers.'21 Aug 03:35 AM
New ZealandTwelve charged with murder in Zain Taikato-Fox caseThe 20-year-old died in Rotorua Hospital in July as a result of critical injuries.21 Aug 03:31 AM
New ZealandFishing and hunting expo: How a young leukaemia survivor is giving backHer family leaned on the Child Cancer Foundation during an 'incredibly tough time'.21 Aug 03:29 AM
New ZealandCheaper rates for Napier residents who put their bins out lessCompost and recycling-savvy residents can now use their skills to save on rates bills.21 Aug 03:21 AM
New ZealandChurch leader who quit amid harassment claims resurfaces in AustraliaFormer Arise leader Brent Cameron has become a senior pastor at a church in Australia.21 Aug 03:19 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How many eyes does a bee have?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.21 Aug 03:00 AM
PoliticsLabour byelection candidate ‘mistaken’ to promise gang patch ban repeal – deputy leaderLabour leader Chris Hipkins has previously said he would not repeal the patch ban. 21 Aug 02:59 AM
New ZealandMassive USAF aircraft delivers C-130J simulator components to AucklandA USAF C-5M Super Galaxy delivered components for a new C-130J Hercules simulator. The aircraft landed at RNZAF Base Auckland last night. Video / Dean Purcell.Watch21 Aug 02:46 AM
New ZealandNew boutique residential development- Pillars, set for St Mary’s BayPrecinct Properties has announced the launch of a new boutique residential development, Pillars in St Mary’s Bay. Video \ Jason DordayWatch21 Aug 02:38 AM
New ZealandHere comes the sun in Hawke's Bay, but frosty nights likelySunshine increases over the weekend, but frosts are still likely at night.21 Aug 02:33 AM
New ZealandSleep like a Queen: Bedroom suite made for Elizabeth II to go up for auctionQueen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip used the suite when they visited Hamilton in 1953.21 Aug 02:21 AM
New ZealandSafe heist: How private investigator helped police break $4m crypto safe theftPair charged for stealing $4m cryptocurrency, four years ago in affluent Westmere. 21 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Todd McClay on doing deals in Washington DCTodd McClay, Matt Bolger, Graeme Williams, Kate Scott, and Peter Newbold. 21 Aug 01:46 AM
New ZealandPolice name 71yo who died in hospital after crash near NelsonEmergency services were alerted to the crash near Apple Valley Road on August 13.21 Aug 01:43 AM
New Zealand'Come clean': Rich-lister's plea to wealthy family man convicted over child abuse images The real offender is being urged to 'do the right thing' and name himself.21 Aug 01:34 AM
Crime'Ghost tapping': Alleged text ring scammer's $6000 luxury spree halted by policeThe woman tried to make a $6000 purchase using multiple phones in Newmarket.21 Aug 01:08 AM
PoliticsWatch: New planes, helicopters with Hellfire missiles, on investment listThe two new Airbus planes will be acquired on a lease-to-buy arrangement. 21 Aug 01:02 AM
New Zealand‘Victims live in fear’: Petition urges longer prison sentences for sex offendersA petition demands changes to laws for New Zealand sex offenders.21 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandThe battle for Flaxmere starts with aroha and respectHenry v Henare for one council seat – it's a boxing announcer's dream.20 Aug 11:45 PM
New Zealand‘Major blow’: Proposed closure of South Island's largest sawmill would cost 142 jobsThe closure would consolidate manufacturing to the company's site in Kawerau.20 Aug 11:15 PM
Auckland'We need to intensify': Mayor on Auckland's housing growth plan as big debate kicks offThe council aims to increase building heights around transport routes and town centres.20 Aug 11:05 PM
CrimeMajor traffic chaos as police chase spans Auckland, WaikatoFour arrests followed a robbery in Flat Bush this morning.20 Aug 11:04 PM
New ZealandRampaging pitbull injures Auckland jewellery store employeeA pitbull jumped from a car and attacked a small dog, prompting an employee to intervene.20 Aug 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Hell, she’s after them!' Kiwi filmed snacking on worms after being hit by carThe female North Island brown kiwi was hit by a car about 11pm on Friday night.20 Aug 11:00 PM
