New ZealandMotorway motorists dodge disaster with wrong-way driverDashcam footage shows the driver nearly colliding with an oncoming truck.07 Aug 03:24 AM
New ZealandMetService National Weather August 7 - 8MetService National Weather August 7 - 8. Video / MetServiceWatch07 Aug 03:23 AM
AucklandMass brawl erupts at Auckland girls’ school, police probe incident Adults appear trying to break up the fight before the video of the incident ends.07 Aug 03:12 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What does the 'J' in Mary J. Blige stand for?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.07 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandTanker goes off road in Bay of Plenty, lane blockedPolice said traffic management is in place while they attend the scene.07 Aug 02:58 AM
New ZealandSuppression remains for first responder accused of exporting child sex abuse materialThe man faces five charges relating to exporting and possessing child sex abuse material.07 Aug 02:55 AM
PoliticsWatch: PM and Education Minister front media during school visitThe stand-up comes days after a radical NCEA announcement. 07 Aug 02:30 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: PM Christopher Luxon and MP Erica Stanford speak to the mediaPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Education Minister Erica Stanford speak to the media following the decision to scrap NCEA.Watch07 Aug 02:12 AM
Wellington'Aggressive behaviour': Wellington mayoral candidate led by security from debateRob Goulden was accused of shouting at organisers after a debate snub.07 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandRyan Fox addresses injury concern ahead of PGA Tour playoffsKiwi golfer Ryan Fox reflects on the Wyndham Championship and looks ahead to the start of the playoffs.Watch07 Aug 01:47 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Australia's foot-and-mouth disease vaccineJane Smith, Blair "Blizzard" McLean, Jo Luxton, and Chris Russell. 07 Aug 01:39 AM
WellingtonPolice station locked down after man presents knife at front counterThe man was eventually tasered and arrested outside the station.07 Aug 01:20 AM
KahuPolice complaints laid in political billboard graffiti rowSteve Howley said he received 'vile' messages after a post by the Te Pāti Māori president.07 Aug 01:09 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail confirms final sailing date for retiring ferryThe Aratere's final Cook Strait sailing departs Picton at 11am on August 18.07 Aug 01:06 AM
New Zealand'Very grateful': No votes cast but Rotorua has its first election winnerOnly one person wanted the seat, but its winner says that might be good sign.07 Aug 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: NCEA masterclass – Stanford schools colleagues on how to get things doneOPINION: It has been Erica Stanford's week, or perhaps Erica Stanford's year.07 Aug 12:13 AM
Christchurch'Incredibly special' little Tilly, 5, critical in Singapore hospital after family holiday bugTilly developed a serious infection in her intestines while travelling. 07 Aug 12:00 AM
BusinessAuckland's 6.1% unemployment rate highest among NZ regionsAuckland's unemployment rate hit 6.1% in June 2025, the highest in New Zealand.06 Aug 11:48 PM
New ZealandWellington mayoral candidate Rob Goulden clashes with debate organiserGoulden was accused of "aggressive behaviour", which he denies, after being refused entry to the student-led debate last night. Video / Graham Bloxham, Wellington LiveWatch06 Aug 11:36 PM
New ZealandMissing birdsong in your backyard? A new study might explain whyBirds use their songs to find mates as well as communicate about nearby food or danger.06 Aug 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturnNumbers are down but thousands of new homes are being built by the leaders in the sector.06 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury firm keeps craft wool processing in NZWild Earth Yarns is taking over Napier's Design Spun equipment. 06 Aug 09:31 PM
Wellington'Really disturbing': Ex-Police Commissioner on Jevon McSkimming's court caseFormer Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming faces eight serious charges.06 Aug 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessZuru nappy trial: The billionaire, the basketballer and the secret recordingMowbray is claiming breach of restraint terms. 06 Aug 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Disturbing': Ex-Police Commissioner Andrew Coster reacts to charges against Jevon McSkimmingFormer Police Commissioner Andrew Coster quizzed about Jevon McSkimming objectionable material charges.Watch06 Aug 08:59 PM
PoliticsTeaching basics brilliantly? Numerous errors found in new Ministry-funded maths resourcesThe Education Ministry said minor errors were not uncommon.06 Aug 08:25 PM
New Zealand'Trolls everywhere': Abuse blamed as candidate shortage forces byelectionOnly three people put their hands up for the four-person Rotorua Lakes Community Board.06 Aug 08:18 PM
New Zealand'The impact of her loss is beyond words': Calls for change after teen cyclist killed Fyfa Dawson, 19, died after being hit by a truck at a temporary traffic management site. 06 Aug 08:13 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandProperty developer allegedly withdrew $2m from firms before they failed, millions owed to IRDThe now-bankrupted businessman is also accused of moving cash between insolvent companies.06 Aug 08:07 PM
New ZealandResidents rally against proposal to cut rural police presenceResidents fear losing police will leave them vulnerable to crime.06 Aug 08:04 PM
New ZealandHomeless man jailed for spreading poo around police cellThe custody centre was disrupted for several hours due to the mess and odour.06 Aug 08:03 PM
New Zealand'Inquiries ongoing': Police investigate stabbing incident in LinwoodAnother person at the address was taken to hospital for a medical event.06 Aug 07:17 PM
New Zealand'Fine young man' electrocuted after simple steps to avoid power line danger weren't takenIrish worker Sean Clear was just three days away from his 25th birthday when he died.06 Aug 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Casting them aside': Tensions rise as Tauranga bypasses water partnershipTauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale objected to his council leaving Western Bay 'high and dry'.06 Aug 07:00 PM
