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
New ZealandWaikato tourism sector has reason to celebrate, RTO saysThe news comes after several recent funding announcements.31 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKathryn Berkett: Learning begins when children feel safeOPINION: Children learn best when they feel emotionally and psychologically safe.31 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What is the chemical symbol for gold? Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.31 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Surcharge ban a win for consumers but will it save them money?OPINION: It should provide a clearer and smoother experience, removing any confusion.31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandUnderworld: The changing face of organised crime in NZ Drug appetite appears unchanged despite some of the largest meth hauls in NZ history.31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ’s dangerous underworld: Gangs, drugs and a lot of moneyToday on The Front Page, author Jared Savage joins us to discuss the rising threat of organised crime in New Zealand.Watch31 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyKāinga Ora sells Northcote site to Simplicity for build-to-rent apartmentsKāinga Ora sold land for the Simplicity block as well as the 183-unit Elevation nearby.31 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Regions' architectural gems worth their weight in goldOPINION: Why we should appreciate the benefits of art and architecture to our communities.31 Jul 05:00 PM
CrimeCompany boss admits manslaughter after unroadworthy 20-ton truck killed roadworkerAshik Ali ignored warnings for six years that the vehicle was dangerous.31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice confirm Maketū operation linked to Rotorua deathThe police operation in Maketū began four days after Zain Matenga Taikato-Fox's death.31 Jul 08:06 AM
New Zealand'Strong and unusual currents' forecast to continue overnightKiwis are being urged to 'treat the threat as real'.31 Jul 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Tired and overwhelmed' teen father breaks newborn's ribs, bruises his face and bodyHe was heard telling the baby to 'shut up' and 'go to f***ing sleep'.31 Jul 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Charming and loving': Friends remember Auckland Airport crash victimThe accident closed the main road leading to the airport.31 Jul 07:36 AM
New Zealand'Widespread frosts': Temperatures to drop across NZMetService says the last of the showers will move off NZ during the next couple of days.31 Jul 06:55 AM
New ZealandRepeal of 2018 oil and gas exploration ban passes final readingThe Government's bill passed 68 votes to 54, with all coalition parties in support.31 Jul 06:19 AM
New Zealand'Complacency': Civil Defence wrongly slams workers for mowing during tsunami alertCouncil workers mowed lawns amid tsunami alerts in St Heliers, Auckland this morning.31 Jul 05:30 AM
New ZealandMetService national weather July 31 - August 3MetService national weather July 31 - August 3. Video / MetServiceWatch31 Jul 05:27 AM
New ZealandFrank Films: A Tribute to Natural History New ZealandFrom regional TV station to global gold standard documentary production: the story of Natural History New Zealand.Watch31 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhy Gisborne's airport delays highlight regional travel challengesAir NZ offered road transport to Napier due to limited flight availability.31 Jul 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSeymour resurrects idea of migrants signing NZ 'values statement'It comes after Winston Peters said migrants should salute our flag.31 Jul 05:00 AM
New Zealand631kg of meth, 112kg of coke: More arrests in alleged Akl baggage handler plotNine new arrests make total of 27 in meth, cocaine case. Fifteen were baggage handlers. 31 Jul 04:46 AM
New Zealand'Just not good enough': Wayne Brown lashes out at councillors for meeting no-showsMayor Brown criticised councillors for missing in-person meetings.31 Jul 04:46 AM
New ZealandWhy Napier is expanding CCTV coverage to combat night-time crimeCrime in the city increased by 12% in the past two years.31 Jul 04:21 AM
New ZealandPro-golfer's son joins the family business with simulation venture'I’ve seen the trend towards more popularity around the sport... more golf entertainment.'31 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandMan jailed for impregnating 12yo girl who plans to parent her childThe girl, who was in court to see Adam Busby jailed, never wants to see him again.31 Jul 04:00 AM
