Politics'We could change things': MP's 'genuine hope' for a less partisan Parliament'There are a number of things about Parliament that really frustrate me.'10 Feb 02:49 AM
New ZealandOne person critically injured in hillside house fire in Hawke's BayA rescue helicopter is flying one person in a critical condition to Wellington Hospital.10 Feb 02:44 AM
ChristchurchNeighbours shaken as police appeal for footage of Christchurch daylight stabbingPolice don't believe there are any further threats to public safety.10 Feb 02:27 AM
New ZealandFormer lawyer told court Christchurch mosque terrorist would plead guilty when it suitedThere is conflicting evidence about whether Tarrant wanted to change his plea to guilty after initially entering not guilty pleas.Watch10 Feb 02:24 AM
PoliticsRetail crime advisory group scrapped after several resignationsThe group had been funded to last until September this year.10 Feb 02:20 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What travels faster - sound or light?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.10 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandCause of school bus blaze in Mangawhai still unknownNineteen students and the bus driver escaped the fire yesterday afternoon. 10 Feb 01:20 AM
New ZealandNZ First to campaign on ministers getting final say in fast track projectsShane Jones wants ministers, not expert panels, to make final project calls.10 Feb 01:13 AM
New Zealand‘Grave concerns’ for missing woman not seen for six monthsHer last digital activity was on August 15 and she has not contacted her children.10 Feb 01:09 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Mike Casey's Great Electric Cherry MigrationOn the show: Mark Warren, Mike Casey, Jacqueline Rowarth, Campbell Parker, Phil Duncan.10 Feb 12:42 AM
AucklandTwo Auckland school students hit by cars within minutes of each otherPair recovering at Starship hospital after being run over during first week of term. 10 Feb 12:39 AM
New Zealand'One of the main guys': Comancheros treasurer jailed over drug ringJustice Jonathan Eaton said gang loyalty, not addiction, drove his offending.10 Feb 12:39 AM
WellingtonElderly man named as victim killed by car in Wellington drivewayThe man died in hospital on Tuesday, four days after the Mapuia Rd driveway incident. 10 Feb 12:36 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, February 10, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, February 10, 2026Watch10 Feb 12:20 AM
PoliticsAnother Labour MP suggests party will work with Te Pāti Māori once issues resolvedLabour's leader is adamant a decision on who the party could work with won't be made now.09 Feb 11:21 PM
New Zealand'Uncanny': Businesses flood as downpours strike town's main street'It was such an intense event, I’m not sure if any infrastructure would have coped.'09 Feb 11:19 PM
ChristchurchPerson critically injured after falling from Christchurch’s central library The incident was reported about 11am, with a witness hearing a loud scream.09 Feb 11:01 PM
PoliticsLabour leader Chris Hipkins attacks what they're calling the Government's 'gas tax'The Government denies the LNG levy is a tax. Video / Mark MitchellWatch09 Feb 10:56 PM
New ZealandNZ Post says deluge of UK passport applications causing delaysThe rush follows a rule that dual nationals must enter the UK on British passports.09 Feb 10:53 PM
PoliticsLuxon and Hipkins discuss the India Free Trade AgreementPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins front the media of the proposal. Video / Mark MitchellWatch09 Feb 10:49 PM
New ZealandTributes flow for Rotorua nanny with 'heart of gold' now the focus of homicide investigationThe body of 65-year-old Sharlene Smith was found in a Hawke's Bay worksite. 09 Feb 10:33 PM
CrimeHigh-speed Harley late-night dash ends in double arrest, seized drugs at garage hideout The rider failed to stop for police, took off at high speed and ran a red light.09 Feb 10:17 PM
New ZealandPeriod product charity founder ‘heartbroken’ after finding donations listed for sale onlineA charity founder found $285 worth of period products she donated for sale online. Janhavi Gosavi reports.Watch09 Feb 09:31 PM
New ZealandNZ Rhapzody, the new hop off the trial blockClayton Hops has planted the variety on four Tasman farms, with 10ha this year.09 Feb 09:25 PM
New ZealandTruck testing centre to open in Napier around end of 2026The new truck testing centre will be operated by police near a busy Napier intersection. 09 Feb 09:19 PM
New ZealandCould a dating app fix the rural GP crisis?Mobile Health group chief executive Mark Eager wants a matchmaking app to help doctors in rural communities find love.Watch09 Feb 09:13 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Digging into decades of NZ soil scienceOPINION: Years on, soil research is still the hidden engine of our food system.09 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi company fights to get illegal apple orchards torn down in ChinaT&G chief executive Gareth Edgecombe said it was a significant win for the company.09 Feb 08:51 PM
AucklandWorkSafe inspector to return to Auckland pool after second serious hydroslide injuryFirst a finger was cut off, then a boy smashed his front teeth on a slide joint. 09 Feb 08:48 PM
New ZealandAir NZ exec clarifies which routes worst affected by cabin crew strike About 16,000 passengers have been impacted by cancelled or rescheduled flights. 09 Feb 08:32 PM
New ZealandMore than 700 Education Ministry staff to try win back lost pay following partial strikeMore than 700 learning support staff lost 10% of their pay in the strike.09 Feb 08:26 PM
New ZealandCoroner’s findings released after Highlanders star found dead in his bed aged 25Connor Garden-Bachop retired for the night 'well and happy' on June 16, 2024.09 Feb 08:23 PM
New ZealandChristchurch mosque shooter gives evidence for his appealNewstalk ZB reporter Emily Ansell has been in Court of Appeal covering the convicted terrorist's appeal.Watch09 Feb 08:19 PM
