New Zealand‘Oh bugger’: Rescuer’s truck sinks while saving woman stranded in Bay of Plenty floodsDuring a mission to rescue a woman stuck on top of her car, the truck got swallowed01 Aug 02:13 AM
New ZealandTsunami alerts with Shane Jones on The CountryShane Jones, Tim King, Emma Poole, and Tim Dangen. 01 Aug 02:11 AM
New Zealand'Someone knows what happened': Probe after infant suffers critical 'non-accidental' injuriesPolice said early inquiries suggested the baby's injuries weren't accidental.01 Aug 02:10 AM
CrimeKiller 'didn't give a s***' after stabbing man through heart in night of 'no dramas'Jamie Slater has been found unfit to stand trial and will now be detained in a hospital.01 Aug 12:59 AM
TalanoaDengue Fever: More children die in Samoa, hospitals under pressureA fourth child has died to dengue fever in Samoa, while Nauru has reported two deaths.01 Aug 12:54 AM
PoliticsMaking ‘New Zealand’ country’s official name added to NZ First’s changing list of billsThe party has announced eight bills this year, but it can't have that many in the ballot.01 Aug 12:38 AM
New ZealandResidents warned 111 calls could go down while communication cable fixedGolden Bay residents told to drive to nearest fire or police station if they need help.01 Aug 12:34 AM
New ZealandTeacher hurt after asking student to put phone awayThe incident, reported to police as a serious assault, also involved a student.01 Aug 12:33 AM
New Zealand'Perfect addition': Craft beer joins Hawke's Bay wine festivalCraft beer joins celebration of finest wine and food at Harvest Hawke's Bay.01 Aug 12:30 AM
New ZealandSix Mongrel Mob associates found guilty of kidnapping, violenceViolent crimes across Southland that left people critically injured took place in 2022. 01 Aug 12:26 AM
New ZealandRule changes on kids' farm chores misunderstood - FedsFederated Farmers' Wayne Langford said current safety rules were too confusing.01 Aug 12:16 AM
WellingtonWētā FX looking to cut around 100 Wellington jobsOne current staff member described the proposed layoffs as 'large-scale'.01 Aug 12:03 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonWellington mayoral race: Who’s in and who’s out as nominations closeThe candidates include current councillors, a former cabinet minister, and a clown.01 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWelcome to Toll-ranga: City with 2/3 of NZ's toll roads set for moreAs a new gantry is proposed, a councillor says there's a 'double standard' being applied.31 Jul 11:59 PM
New ZealandAll Blacks v France in Hamilton: Fans excited to have All Blacks back in townLocals of all ages were stoked to have the ABs in town last month.31 Jul 11:30 PM
New Zealand‘Lagging behind’: NZ stance on Palestinian recognition questionedPrime Minister Luxon says NZ's focus should be on getting aid into Gaza.31 Jul 11:18 PM
New Zealand'Out of Auckland every chance he can get’: Rival hits out at mayor in attendance spatMayor Wayne Brown criticised councillors for missing in-person meetings.31 Jul 11:00 PM
PoliticsFormer National MP Jami-Lee Ross bids for political comebackJami-Lee Ross is running for Howick's local board in upcoming elections.31 Jul 10:35 PM
New ZealandNZ's oil exploration debate is splitting political linesPleas for consensus on the oil exploration ban go unnoticed.31 Jul 10:33 PM
New ZealandDunedin bus hub killing: Teen appeals sentenceA jury trial saw the 14-year-old sentenced to three years and three months in prison.31 Jul 10:32 PM
New ZealandNPC: Tale of two captains and a Magpies NPC dreamThe Magpies played the first NPC Div 1 match 50 years ago, but have never won the title. 31 Jul 10:06 PM
New ZealandMan admits murdering his partner - a crime that was unsolved for five years until todayKathleen Kawana's body was found in an abandoned farmhouse six weeks after her death. 31 Jul 09:55 PM
New ZealandCan Rotorua hit 'ambitious' voter turnout target?Rotorua aims for 50% voter turnout in October’s local election.31 Jul 09:36 PM
New Zealand'Hypocrisy': Education Minister calls out Willie Jackson over private school choiceLabour MP sent his kids to $32k/year King’s College, sparking debate with Erica Stanford.31 Jul 09:33 PM
New Zealand'This will be felt widely’: Homicide probe after man dies after West Coast motel fight The victim was found critically injured and died on Thursday evening. 31 Jul 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Luxon living on borrowed time as stagflation loomsOPINION: Nervous National MPs look to next polls.31 Jul 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Really?': Hospital smokers frustrate cancer treatment visitorsDespite smokefree signs, smoking and vaping are common at Rotorua Hospital's entrance.31 Jul 08:29 PM
PoliticsTrump tariff deadline expires today - Trade Minister says 15%, 20% possibleTodd McClay said Trump might impose a 15% or even 20% tariff baseline.31 Jul 08:24 PM
New ZealandTsunami advisory lifted for all of NZ, strong and unusual currents may continueThe public should still take care in and around ocean and estuaries this weekend - Nema.31 Jul 08:19 PM
New ZealandChina opposes FBI's comments as new Wellington office opensNZ ministers deny the FBI office targets China, focusing on Pacific issues.31 Jul 08:03 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNCEA test: Prime Minister prepares 'fundamental overhaul', announcement imminent The Education Minister is foreshadowing public consultation on a substantial proposal.31 Jul 08:01 PM
Herald NOWNCEA briefing and tsunami swells | NZ Herald News Update: August 1, 2025Ministerial briefing on NCEA suggests the current system does not support pathways into trades; and rebounding tsunami swells still pose a risk. Video / NZ HeraldWatch31 Jul 06:51 PM
ChristchurchPolice locate 'dangerous' Christchurch abscondeePolice were notified of the disappearance about 6pm yesterday. 31 Jul 06:20 PM
New Zealand‘Huge for us’: Gold medals lift Napier distillery amid tough trading'It does help the brand and helps reward our distillers.'31 Jul 06:11 PM
