New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | One dead in SH1 crash, Leighton Smith named New Year 2026 HonoureeNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | One dead in SH1 crash, Leighton Smith named New Year 2026 Honouree, boosted police presence in Sydney. Video / NZ HeraldWatch31 Dec 01:16 AM
New ZealandFaces of R&V: Meeting the locals working Gisborne’s iconic festivalGisborne locals fill roles from security to waste crews and coffee carts.31 Dec 01:10 AM
New ZealandWarning after off-duty guards rescue fiveOff-duty lifeguards spotted the group in trouble about 200m offshore.31 Dec 12:58 AM
New ZealandAuthorities urge violence-free night in Auckland, New Year’s events cancelled elsewhereIt comes after two straight nights of violence in Auckland, involving group brawls.31 Dec 12:58 AM
New ZealandFar North traffic stop uncovers firearm, meth and stolen carPolice stopped the stolen car after clocking it speeding on SH11 in Kawakawa.31 Dec 12:53 AM
New ZealandF1 star Liam Lawson's surprise cameo turns marriage proposal into dream momentThe young F1 star was the first to congratulate the happy couple.31 Dec 12:44 AM
EntertainmentKiwi band Borderline at Rhythm and VinesYoung NZ band Borderline played a great set during Rhythm and Vines.Watch30 Dec 11:50 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Inside their Xmas tree was an unexpected surprise – 3 hatchlings to nurse to healthA Havelock North couple fossicked through the branches and found a different kind of gift.30 Dec 11:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHerald Summer Premium quiz: Social media frenzy over “Dubai chocolate” has sparked rising demand for what kind of nuts?Our 20-question challenge released at 12pm over Christmas and New Year’s.30 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas holiday road toll rises to 4; police appeal for dashcam footageA person died in a Waikato crash overnight and one died today after a crash near Kaikōura.30 Dec 10:58 PM
New ZealandElectrical fire cuts power to dozens of Russell businessesAn electrical fire in Russell yesterday cut power to dozens of businesses during the busy holiday period.Watch30 Dec 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Who would lead if Luxon couldn't? There are a couple of likely scenarios – and a bold scenario.30 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandSearch for missing dog after yacht capsizes off Northland coastWitnesses say the missing dog, Rimu, was wearing an orange life jacket.30 Dec 09:59 PM
New Zealand‘Noise is not the same as progress’: Te reo leader’s warning after royal honourProfessor Tom Roa has been fighting for te reo Māori for more than 50 years.30 Dec 09:53 PM
New ZealandShe was killed in a 'unique way' - now police want to speak to men who visited her houseTeishallia Te Paea likely died some time before her body was discovered.30 Dec 09:43 PM
WorldTatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s granddaughter, dies at 35Tatiana Schlossberg’s family announced her death in a social media post shared by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.Watch30 Dec 09:32 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, December 31, 2025Morning Headlines | New Year 2026 Honours released and ambulance crews brace for busy night | Wednesday, December 31, 2025Watch30 Dec 07:13 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWorking for Families at 20: Inside the creation of the biggest welfare reform of the 21st CenturyHalf of all families with children get hundreds of dollars a week thanks to the scheme.30 Dec 06:41 PM
New Zealand'Pretty exciting': Boy, 10, breaks club record with marlin nearly as big as tinnyFather and son estimate it took 45 minutes to reel in the 'electric blue' fish.30 Dec 06:00 PM
WorldChina's military releases footage of live-fire drills near TaiwanChina says it is carrying out live-fire drills on maritime targets north and southwest of Taiwan, involving destroyers, frigates, fighters, bombers and drones.Watch30 Dec 05:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZ Herald’s top 20 Premium stories of 2025Catch up with 20 of the best-read Premium articles from the year.30 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA Hawke's Bay council's debt has nearly tripled in a year to $110mOne Hawke's Bay council's debt has risen quickly, while two others have bucked the trend.30 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandPractice makes perfect: Flower grower's journey to ideal soil healthYear in Review: Nicky's healthy soil struck a chord with readers in September 2025.30 Dec 04:02 PM
New ZealandTales of The Hat: City slicker amazed by farmer's legendary appetiteOPINION: Hunter Wells' fond memories of a hungry farmer was a popular read of 2025.30 Dec 04:01 PM
New ZealandLocal legends: The Waikato community stalwarts recognised in New Year HonoursDame Coral Shaw is honoured for years of public service and abuse inquiry work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAdvocate for blind and low-vision Māori awarded ONZMChrissie Cowan has become an international leader in indigenous eyecare advocacy.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandYear in Review: Barbie's woollen dog bed businessThe tale about Barbie's search for a new owner proved popular on The Country in 2025.30 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHow to dodge a debt hangover from Christmas and back-to-school billsThe season of festive joy and relaxation can also come with financial stress for many. 30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Lucky and blessed': Shirley Hooper honoured after 50 years of service to women's sportPāpāmoa's Shirley Hooper receives NY honour for services to netball and artistic swimming.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGlobal educator recognised with ONZMProfessor Dr Jens Mueller has been appointed an ONZM in the New Year 2026 Honours.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Rotorua, Taupō recipients namedThey include a former mayor, doctor, and two Citizens Advice Bureau managers.30 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionHelen Clark farewells father George, 103, after life spanning a century of changeOPINION: George Clark lost three uncles in World War I before he was even born.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Gisborne teacher and human rights commissioner made MNZMKāren Johansen recognised in New Year Honours for services to education and human rights.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy every garden needs a persimmon treeThis persimmon piece was the second most-read "Kem Ormond's vegetable garden" in 2025. 30 Dec 04:00 PM
