New Zealand'Error of judgement': Auckland mayor fined for phone use while drivingBrown admitted the offence and apologised for the error of judgement.22 Apr 04:34 AM
New ZealandMetService National Weather Update: April 22 - April 26MetService National Weather Update: April 22 - April 26. Video / MetServiceWatch22 Apr 04:22 AM
CrimeCustoms fraud: $541k Gisborne cigarette and tobacco smuggling operation exposedOperation Apron uncovered 230,600 cigarettes, 110kg of tobacco smuggled from China.22 Apr 04:20 AM
New Zealand'Backed way up': Delays following two-vehicle crash near Sheepworld The incident happened near Sheepworld Farm Park around 2.30pm today.22 Apr 04:06 AM
New Zealand'Unnecessary interruptions': Kamo firefighters frustrated by vandalismKamo Fire Station windows have been smashed five times in the past year. 22 Apr 04:04 AM
New Zealand'Long-suffering' patients: Whangārei doctor on healthcare system strainDoctor shortages and delays were major issues discussed in Whangārei.22 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandPope Francis remembered at St Patrick's cathedral massA special mass at St Patrick's cathedral was held to remember the passing of Pope Francis. Attendees gathered to pay their respects and celebrate his contributions to the church.Watch22 Apr 03:36 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the average gestation period of a giraffe?Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.22 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Time of great sorrow': Bay leaders mourn Pope Francis' passingTodd Muller praised Pope Francis as a humble, reflective leader.22 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'All are welcome': Special requiem mass to honour Pope Francis' life and legacy'He was a Pope who truly lived the Gospel .. and we will remember him with deep affection'22 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Remarkable courage': Hawke's Bay priests honour Pope Francis'He was a man that was really keen on dying with his boots on and that’s what he did.'22 Apr 02:55 AM
New Zealand'Quite a lot at times': Farming with a toddler in tow'If you're drafting, you have to keep one eye on him and one eye on the sheep.'22 Apr 02:50 AM
New Zealand'Horrific': 11yo cyclist injured after bottles thrown at race near HastingsThe occupants of a black Ford Ranger ute were seen throwing bottles from their vehicle.22 Apr 02:46 AM
New ZealandWatch: Bus stop homicide - police seek black SUV; victim named by colleaguesFellow students and former colleagues have paid tribute to Kyle Whorrall.22 Apr 01:58 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Warwick Catto on the Ballance Farm Environment AwardsPhil Duncan, Cameron Bagrie, Lindy Nelson, and Warwick Catto. 22 Apr 01:43 AM
New ZealandWhy early eastbound off-ramp opening is a game-changer for PāpāmoaThe interchange will relieve pressure on existing routes and shorten travel times.22 Apr 01:32 AM
New ZealandChildren being adopted overseas, trafficked to work in NZA 12-year-old boy was among them. He was put to work and assaulted.22 Apr 01:28 AM
New ZealandOn The Up - 'Very proud': Northland family's inspiring academic achievementsThe Darkins family have achieved academic and professional success.22 Apr 01:08 AM
New Zealand'I'm innocent': Baby Ru's mum speaks about day her son was killedBaby Ru’s mother reflects on her loss and unanswered questions 18 months on.22 Apr 01:04 AM
New ZealandWatch Live: St Johns Homicide updateDetective Inspector Glenn Baldwin will speak to media at the scene on St Johns Road.Watch22 Apr 01:00 AM
OpinionOpinion: 1 in 6 Kiwis is disabled. Why does so much health research still exclude them?OPINION: Disabled people encounter all kinds of barriers to accessing healthcare. 22 Apr 12:51 AM
New Zealand'A lot brighter': Job programme offers hope for young workersHe joined a programme helping young people aged 18 to 24 find work.22 Apr 12:47 AM
Crime'We helped them': New twist in Beckenridge disappearance caseThe coroner is to hear from a new witness about missing pair Mike and John Beckenridge.22 Apr 12:09 AM
OpinionOpinion: Pope Francis has died, aged 88. These were his greatest reforms and controversiesOPINION: His papacy inspired joy and aspirations, and boiling anger and rejection.21 Apr 11:40 PM
New ZealandCollision of 'two different worlds': Cultural centre's ambitious Māori-Indian showThe show blends Indian dance and te ao Māori storytelling, featuring sacred water themes.21 Apr 11:23 PM
New ZealandBus stop homicide: Victim was US entomology student; police to hold stand-upHe may have been out looking for insects on the night he died.21 Apr 11:20 PM
New Zealand'Incompetence': Reserve neighbour slates delay to fell rotting treeHe says it shouldn't have taken him 'jumping up and down' to have it cut down.21 Apr 11:20 PM
PoliticsWhat is a woman? NZ First wants to clarify to avoid 'woke ideology'Winston Peters said the legislation was about 'ensuring a focus on biology'.21 Apr 11:11 PM
New ZealandTauranga man’s frustration as Air NZ fares soarScott Koster criticises Air NZ for unveiling uniforms amid high airfares.21 Apr 11:04 PM
New ZealandHuge Lotto prize unclaimed four months onLotto NZ urges players to check tickets.21 Apr 10:43 PM
New ZealandPower disconnected: Crews check homes after crashPowerco crews are checking meter boards after a vehicle hit a power pole.21 Apr 10:42 PM
New ZealandHikers rescued after river floods exit in Kaimāī RangePolice urge preparation after two rescues and a death in Kaimāī Range over long weekend.21 Apr 10:38 PM
New Zealand'I can't go to jail': Colombian refugee tries to convince teen to drop sex chargesThe victim was repeatedly sexually assaulted by three men. All have now been sentenced.21 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandWairarapa farmer’s DIY lake brings ‘peace of mind’Man-made lake provides water storage for farm and a recreational asset for the community.21 Apr 09:55 PM
