New Zealand'We are trapped': Rural family face 73% rates rise and can't sell landTrevor Knox and his family have been hit with a 73% increase in rates, now over $10,000. They cannot sell their land for housing due to a lack of wastewater connection until 2031.Watch11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungArson, stabbing and shrapnel: Police Minister Mark Mitchell’s health battleAn arsonist, Samurai sword and the Mongrel Mob left their marks on the Police Minister.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFoodstuffs North Island, with Auckland Airport, to develop chilled and frozen distribution centre.Foodstuffs' chief executive Chris Quin explains the reasoning for vastly expanding capacity via the new $70m development at the Māngere site. Video / Dean PurcellWatch11 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuAuckland politician says she was abused putting up her signage - police calledThe mayoral candidate has since decided not advertise her candidacy on her vehicle.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: A two-year term would make politicians get a move onOPINION: A longer term would allow them to perfect the art of dithering.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We are trapped': Family face 72% rates rise but can't sell property to developers Trevor Knox’s rates bill has risen to $10,730 on his 1ha property.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCold snap hitting: Mercury set to drop for much of New ZealandMorning temperatures will linger in the single digits for much of the country.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What instrument did Miles Davis famously play?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCan YouTube's algorithm be tamed? What NZ should do to protect kidsStrong content labelling and age verification could protect young Kiwis online.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Is ChatGPT the new imaginary friend?A new study has found that 23% of kids are using AI as friends, but how do they stack up to the real thing?! Reporter Inaya finds out what NZ tamariki think of ChatGPT besties.Watch11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman says she was left with collapsing nostril after being 'upsold' unnecessary surgeryThe doctor was told to apologise and audit complaint procedures. 11 Aug 08:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Deeply regret’: Winston Peters writes to United Nations after David Seymour letter Foreign Minister acknowledges breakdown in diplomatic protocol.11 Aug 07:29 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Government kicks can down the road on Palestinian statehoodOpinion: Govt opts not to recognise a Palestinian state now, but may do so next month. 11 Aug 07:14 AM
New ZealandFemale Auckland education worker charged with grooming, sexually abusing boysShe appeared in the Waitākere District Court today and has interim name suppression.11 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandHeartbreak as woman found dead in apartment blockThe 59-year-old was found dead at an apartment block on Cracroft St last Thursday.11 Aug 07:00 AM
PoliticsNew poll: Luxon’s popularity drops to lowest in two years, Labour risesThe latest political poll numbers are in – and it's not all bad for the coalition. 11 Aug 06:18 AM
New ZealandResidents demand compensation for tyre damage on 'razor-sharp' rural roadsTyre shops confirm there has been a surge in repairs linked to recent road re-metalling.11 Aug 05:24 AM
New Zealand'Very high-risk': Rapist and groomer of teens out of jail but under strict supervisionPeter Hartley denies the offending and even tried to overturn his convictions years later.11 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Humbled': Stranger's heroic actions to save woman in Auckland harbourPolice said they were "extremely proud and humbled" by the person's actions.11 Aug 04:49 AM
New ZealandMetService National Weather August 12 - 15MetService National Weather August 12 - 15. Video / MetServiceWatch11 Aug 04:47 AM
TalanoaSamoa's dengue outbreak claims sixth child as schools remain shutNew Zealand is poised to provide more support for Samoa, if requested.11 Aug 04:43 AM
New ZealandJustice for JordanInquest into the death of Jordan Ihaia Keanu Keil, 25, at Middlemore hospital. Video / Michael CraigWatch11 Aug 04:20 AM
New ZealandWhanganui airport lands $3.35m for new taxiwayThe Government has announced $3.35m to complete construction of a sealed parallel taxiway.11 Aug 04:19 AM
New ZealandWhatawhata crash victim named as Te Awamutu residentEmergency services were called to the scene around 9.10am on Saturday, August 9.11 Aug 04:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA square deal as Art Deco Trust moves house in Napier'This is what it would be like if Louis Hay were building it today.'11 Aug 04:08 AM
New ZealandHayden Wilde wins T100 race in stunning comeback after being hit by truckHe won the London race three months after being injured and hospitalised in Japan.11 Aug 04:01 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon fronts media as NZ considers recognition of Palestinian stateNew Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon considering recognition of Palestinian state. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Aug 03:55 AM
New ZealandHorticulture sector faces skills shift as automation increasesAutomation requires skills in AI, robotics and data analytics to improve efficiency. 11 Aug 03:49 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceWatch11 Aug 03:12 AM
Politics'Broad range of views': NZ considering recognition of Palestinian state, sets out timelineThe Prime Minister believes Cabinet will come to a unified position.11 Aug 03:08 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: In what year did humans first land on the moon?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.11 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Gas shortage and Georgia meteorite studiedNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Manufacturers affected by gas shortage and researchers find that a meteorite that struck a house in the US is 20 million years older than Earth.Watch11 Aug 02:45 AM
ReviewsHamilton Musical Theatre's In The Heights 'dynamic, supportive and fun'The show was written by award-winning composer Lin Manuel Miranda.11 Aug 02:39 AM
New ZealandLucky punter claims life-changing $20m Powerball prizeThree other Lotto First Division winners each won $250,000.11 Aug 02:30 AM
