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
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
