OpinionJamie MackayJamie Mackay: Winston, FTAs and farm votes – what’s really at stake in 2026OPINION: One thing you can say about Luxon’s Lot is they are farmer-friendly.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM
Auckland'Complicating the response': Vegetation fire breaks out near Ardmore Airport Fire and Emergency first received the call about 6pm.29 Dec 07:24 AM
WellingtonTeen drink-driver who caused five car crash with his Mercedes fails appealKekeli Nanedo argued he should have avoided conviction due to the deportation risk.29 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandCroc attack: Dad bashed at playground over kid's shoesHe was sentenced to 150 hours' community work and two years' supervision.29 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Protect Ōkareka now, before it’s too late': United front against lake pestWarranted officers and volunteers will staff the main Lake Ōkareka boat ramp.29 Dec 03:35 AM
New ZealandWaterspout forms off popular Hawke’s Bay holiday beachThe waterspout formed offshore between Waimārama Beach and Bare Island.29 Dec 03:24 AM
New ZealandHuge response as hosts hand over the reins of Napier community Christmas dinner'I’m here for Jim and Joanne. I needed a kick up the bum and they gave it to me.'29 Dec 03:10 AM
New ZealandFire crews attend sites of property damage as strong winds buffet AucklandFire crews removed debris from roads as strong winds buffeted Auckland. Video / Jason DordayWatch29 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Waterspout touches down off Waimārama Beach, Hawke's BayVideo shows the rare moment near Bare Island during stormy weather at the popular Hawke's Bay beach. Video / SuppliedWatch29 Dec 02:52 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather update: Monday 29 DecemberMetService severe weather update: Monday 29 December. Video / MetServiceWatch29 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How long did the Trojan War last?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.29 Dec 02:00 AM
WellingtonHave you seen Ella? Police search for missing personElla was last seen on Saturday, December 27.29 Dec 01:57 AM
New ZealandCovid-19 outbreak shuts Gore Hospital to new patients and visitorsSix patients have tested positive for Covid-19 at Gore Hospital.29 Dec 01:26 AM
New Zealand'Millions of dollars': Farmers rejoice as rain hits parched Hawke's Bay paddocksThe stress reliever that Hawke's Bay farmers needed has arrived.29 Dec 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPower rankings: New Zealand’s top sporting schools of 2025 revealedWhich school can claim to be the country’s biggest sporting powerhouse?29 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Monday, December 29, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Much of country under weather watch and student job market improving overall | Monday, December 29, 2025Watch29 Dec 12:46 AM
New ZealandFireworks and bands ready to rock Hawke’s Bay on New Year’s Eve The occasion was once dominated by disorder in the streets, but is now a family night out.29 Dec 12:37 AM
New Zealand'Our goal was to save the Queen': Owner puts Lakeland Queen business on marketOwner Damon Hagaman spent $2.5m restoring the Lakeland Queen and its jetty.29 Dec 12:09 AM
New ZealandChristmas Day pup marks start of sea lion breeding season on Otago coastTui's pup continues the legacy of Mum, who sparked mainland breeding in 1993.28 Dec 11:01 PM
New Zealand2026 Calendar: Public holidays, long weekends and all you need to plan your yearA resource to help you figure out how to maximise your annual leave in 2026.28 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hand sex offender prison death to Coroner 400 days after body found in cellKingi Hemi was serving six years in Ngawha Prison for attacks on children.28 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHerald Summer Premium quiz: What famous landmark is on the top of Mt Corcovado?Our 20-question challenge released at 12pm over Christmas and New Year’s.28 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandFestival delays opening, holiday plans disrupted as upgraded weather warnings cloak NZMetService has issued orange rain and wind warnings for much of the country. 28 Dec 10:42 PM
New ZealandFamily's human heat circle saves life of lost elderly hiker wearing only shorts and singletThe 80-year-old tramper was found collapsed on the Kauaeranga Valley track.28 Dec 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandNZ’s biggest leaky build: Judge intervenes in $240m apartment fix fiascoHomeowners were told levies won't fund the repairs and 'external finance' is now required.28 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandTongan mission treats hundreds of animalsTauranga vet Mariska Chalmers led a team of eight Kiwi volunteers running a free clinic.28 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: The Tom Phillips injunction is pointlessOPINION: Five of the top columns of the year from Heather du Plessis-Allan. 28 Dec 08:00 PM
New Zealand'It's a wonderful life': Inside NZ's only Trappist monasteryOnly six monks now live at Kopua, down from a peak community of 27. 28 Dec 07:52 PM
New ZealandVehicle rescues in central Auckland face delays after engine crash, firefighters' union saysThe crash damaged a truck carrying jaws-of-life tools for city rescues.28 Dec 07:37 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, December 29, 2025Morning Headlines | Police seek witnesses after K Rd brawl and parts of North Island brace for wild weather | Monday, December 29, 2025Watch28 Dec 07:11 PM
New ZealandOne seriously injured, second victim left with moderate injuries after late-night South Akl fightOfficers were called to a fight involving several people on Wallson Cres, Wiri.28 Dec 06:04 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCommerce Commission rejects QE Health's 'monopoly bullying' complaintQE Health’s contract with Health NZ was worth more than $300,000 a month.28 Dec 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEscape to Mount Maunganui beach: Why travellers book the ‘mini Gold Coast’Mount Maunganui hosts everyone from families to corporate groups and annual golf getaways.28 Dec 05:00 PM
