New ZealandThe Country: TB on Jeremy Clarkson's farmNathan Guy, Cameron Bagrie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Farmer Tom Martin.05 Aug 01:41 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Is bureaucracy slowing innovation in NZ farming?OPINION: NZ risks falling behind as innovation in biologicals outpace regulation.05 Aug 01:39 AM
New ZealandMan who allegedly killed brother, stole car at gunpoint gives up suppressionJack Hargreaves faces charges of murder, aggravated robbery and failing to stop for police05 Aug 12:38 AM
New Zealand'Three life sentences': Whānau's anger after man admits killing three in railway crossing crashThe 36-year-old admitted five charges, including three of manslaughter.05 Aug 12:08 AM
AucklandWatch: Man bitten by police dog, tasered at Auckland reserve was wanted for aggravated robberyThe man fled police on foot into mangroves before assaulting officers and being tasered.05 Aug 12:03 AM
PoliticsEducation Minister Erica Stanford defends ‘hasty’ six-week consultation period for NCEA upheavalThe upheaval will see the decades-old NCEA scheme abolished completely. 04 Aug 11:50 PM
New ZealandDunedin pub hit with booze ban after 'premium ham' and lawnmower giveaway promotionA Christmas drinks promo has landed The Kensington in Dunedin a brief alcohol suspension.04 Aug 11:10 PM
OpinionOpinion: NZ is looking for a deal over Trump’s new tariffs – that could come with a high political priceNZ negotiator Vangelis Vitalis is in Washington to address the tariffs.04 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthland College faces intervention after scathing ERO reportPrincipal Duane Allen emphasises ongoing efforts to address problems raised.04 Aug 11:00 PM
EntertainmentShotover Jet Documentary Trailer: Sixty Years of ThrillsA new documentary tracing Shotover Jet's journey from humble beginnings will screen in October during Air New Zealand flights.Watch04 Aug 10:49 PM
New ZealandWeka and chips? The argument for farming native wildlifeResearcher Dray Mark reckons NZ conservation efforts need some “outside the box” thinking.04 Aug 10:38 PM
Auckland Police investigate after 2-month-old baby taken to hospital with serious injuriesThe injured newborn presented at Middlemore Hospital in South Auckland overnight. 04 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Education Minister Erica Stanford speaks to mediaEducation Minister Erica Stanford speaks to the media.Watch04 Aug 10:16 PM
Christchurch'He lost everything': Community rallies around 84yo devastated by house firePopular volunteer worker Ronnie Dunbar is in hospital with burn injuries.04 Aug 10:04 PM
New Zealand‘NCEA is still worthy’: Minister denies students sitting axed qualification will be disadvantagedChanges will be phased in from 2028, with pupils in Year 9 now to be the last to sit NCEA.04 Aug 08:12 PM
New Zealand'Huge backward step': Debate over Govt's new education proposalThe new system replaces NCEA with national qualifications over five years.04 Aug 07:58 PM
New ZealandTwo councillors and two newcomers challenge Tapsell for Rotorua mayorA total of 40 are standing for seats in Rotorua Lakes Council's local election.04 Aug 07:52 PM
New ZealandFormer council CEO among seven challenging Western Bay Mayor for top jobThere are 55 people standing in the Western Bay of Plenty District Council elections.04 Aug 07:51 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsDaron Parton’s cartoons: August 1 - 31Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.04 Aug 07:35 PM
New ZealandA life well lived: Celebrating Neil and Zoe Olsen of PeriaCherished members of the Peria community, Neil and Zoe Olsen, have earned deep respect and affection from generations of locals. Video / Yolisa TswanyaWatch04 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandThree staff involved in pharmacy error that led to two-month-old's deathThe parents don't blame the intern, saying he lacked proper support.04 Aug 06:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPut your number plate into the iPad: Smart parking systems are here to stayThe onus needs to be on businesses to communicate the introduction, tech commentator says.04 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Cats physically thrown at them': Misunderstandings at the heart of abuse of SPCA workers'In what other agency is that acceptable or normal? Sometimes it's too much.'04 Aug 06:00 PM
Auckland'Submerged': Burst main floods Auckland street, water shoots 10m in airFirefighters were called to Rosebank Rd around 12.30am.04 Aug 05:59 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tāmaki Makaurau's byelection is really about Willie Jackson and John TamihereOPINION: Willie Jackson and John Tamihere are key behind the scenes.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: The dire state of Auckland CBD real estate A close look at 12 sites around the CBD gives an insight into the state of the market.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker co-starred in which buddy cop film series?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoroner finds burnout damage to intersection contributed to fatal crashCoroner finds burnout damage to intersection contributed to the fatal crash, where Canadian tourist Helen Poon was killed.Watch04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Warming trend': Short subtropical shift before sub-zero chill bites againSouth Island lows may hit -5C before warmer air arrives.04 Aug 05:00 PM
TalanoaFamily lose toddler to dengue fever just days after brother dies from same diseaseOutbreak continues as three children died from dengue fever in Samoa last week alone.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPrincipals have their say on axing NCEA: A 'huge step forward' or a game of political football?Leading principals debate the merits of plans to radically overhaul education.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGary Gotlieb: Helipads, boatsheds and NZ's unfair resource consent systemOPINION: The RMA process makes it easier for wealthy applicants to get consent.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: NCEA doesn't set our kids up for the real worldOPINION: Before a big review, there are some small changes to make before 2026.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Stupid and immature': Hoons' burnouts at intersection contributed to tourist's death near HastingsA coroner said the damage to the intersection was a contributing factor to the collision.04 Aug 05:00 PM