PremiumPremiumPoliticsHealth NZ considering sending cancer patients to Oz, citing gynaecologist shortageNZ has half as many gynaecology oncologists per capita as is recommended internationally. 28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Who wrote the classic novel Moby-Dick?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandThird Mama Hooch victim Alice Lichtnecker drops name suppression to help other survivorsMama Hooch survivor Alice Lichtnecker joins Sophie Brown in lifting her name suppression. The pair speak to the Herald following Roberto and Danny Jazs' appeal. Video / Joe AllisonWatch28 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why are councils needing to woo local-body election nominations?Opinion: Crippling rate could be behind the cooling of election-candidates' enthusiasm.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice Investigate Stabbing at Manukau Bus StationPolice are investigating a stabbing at the Manukau Bus Station on Manukau Station Road, reported around 8:15pm. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jul 12:05 PM
New Zealand'Serious injuries': Person rushed to hospital after reported assault in ManukauPolice are hunting for the suspects.28 Jul 09:13 AM
New ZealandCouple set to lose $1.7m in property after commercial-scale cannabis bustPolice found 331 cannabis plants in four different stages of cultivation and $153k cash.28 Jul 08:00 AM
New Zealand'You were everything': Man who died from critical injuries in Rotorua rememberedFour men took the injured man to Rotorua Hospital on Saturday night.28 Jul 07:38 AM
New ZealandWoman adopts ex-partner’s baby to save her from meth exposure, non-accidental injury'I know mummy will make sure you see all your family,' says judge. 28 Jul 07:00 AM
Politics'More spin than a front load washing machine': Hipkins blasts Willis for 10-minute cost of living 'sermon' Meanwhile, PM took aim at Labour for "taxing and borrowing" policy that "didn't work".28 Jul 06:56 AM
New ZealandPolice arrest man after armed robbery, shooting at Whangārei barThe 35-year-old is facing serious charges in the Whangārei District Court.28 Jul 06:52 AM
New Zealand'Rarely encountered': Record-breaking LSD bust worth $1 millionLSD seizure breaks NZ record for quantity found in one person's possession.28 Jul 06:30 AM
CrimeMen forfeit $70k in drug proceeds after meth lab arrestsPolice found 1.6kg of meth at a clandestine lab in Herekino.28 Jul 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Trail of blood': Violent attack after couple followed home from pub'You can’t call the police because we know where you live and we’re gangsters.'28 Jul 04:57 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMinisters agree to raise board members' pay ranges by up to 80% The increase for Crown bodies comes as the Govt celebrates tax relief it has introduced.28 Jul 04:54 AM
PoliticsGovernment to ban surcharges on card paymentsThe Government plans to ban surcharges on most in-store card payments by May next year. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jul 04:49 AM
New Zealand'Deeply regret this': Doctor's oversight leaves patient with swollen face, constant painThe doctor overlooked a crucial ultrasound finding before removing part of her thyroid. 28 Jul 04:29 AM
PoliticsGovernment marks year of tax cutsPM Christopher Luxon urges doubling down on Government's plan to improve living standards. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jul 04:13 AM
New ZealandFibre network expansion a 'game-changer' for RotoruaMore than 1800 Rotorua households will get access to faster internet.28 Jul 04:04 AM
New Zealand'So many emotions': Star shooter Ellie Bird on ANZ Premiership triumph and why she’d say 'no' to Silver FernsThe Hawke's Bay-raised netball star had a near-flawless grand final for the Tactix.28 Jul 04:02 AM
New ZealandGisborne's historic Muirs Bookshop turns 120, calls for local shopping boostCelebrating the milestone is bittersweet for Kim Pittar, who recognises retail challenges.28 Jul 04:00 AM
PoliticsLuxon says Govt must 'double down' on economic planThe press conference will be live-streamed at the top of this article. 28 Jul 03:44 AM
NetballWatch: Luxon booed by crowd at ANZ Premiership netball finalChristopher Luxon was on hand to present the Mainland Tactix with the trophy.28 Jul 03:04 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which tennis player completed the Grand Slam in 1969?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.28 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandWeather Update: NZ braces for wild weatherMetService Severe Weather Warning: July 28th - Aug 2nd. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandMeteor shower spectacular on Tuesday, weather dependingThe Southern delta-Aquarids peak around 2am Wednesday, with 20 meteors an hour expected.28 Jul 02:47 AM
New Zealand'Broken by this loss': Family mourn 10yo crash victimJax Tauroa-Wall's whānau said his son was 'deeply loved by everyone who knew him'.28 Jul 02:31 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Rugby and highland dancing with Jorja MillerWayne Langford, Phil Duncan, Karen Morrish, and Jorja Miller.28 Jul 02:25 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceWatch28 Jul 02:19 AM
New ZealandUS and EU tensions ease and energy costs rise | NZ Herald afternoon news update: July 28, 2025Tension between the USA and the EU eases as a trade deal is made. A Greymouth High School student is charged with assault of another student. Energy prices rise. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jul 02:16 AM
New Zealand'He did not grope': Gloriavale leader denies historic sexual abuse allegationsHoward Temple entered not guilty pleas this morning. 28 Jul 02:00 AM
New ZealandFamily didn't have a chance to say goodbye after teen died from post-op complicationsHDC: A significant number of changes have been made to the health sector since the death.28 Jul 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Demeaning conduct': Rest home criticised for elder care failingsGolden Pond apologised for its treatment of the woman in 2020.28 Jul 02:00 AM
Retail'Excessive': Govt to ban card payment surcharges The change will benefit those who shop in-store, rather than online.28 Jul 02:00 AM
