New ZealandPolice hunt for teen killer with quashed murder conviction, warn not to approachHaami Hanara's murder conviction was quashed in 2023. He admitted to manslaughter.20 Jul 03:57 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Auckland invasion' – Night out with hundreds of boy racers; PM warns of crackdownThe Herald followed the drivers as they took police on a cat-and-mouse chase.20 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: In which country would you find the Inca Trail?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.20 Jul 03:00 AM
New Zealand'I'm alive, that is good': Cyclist's inspiring one-step-at-a-time recovery after being hit by car 'If I can help people find hope, that's what it’s all about.'20 Jul 02:40 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay silt removal leader offers advice to Tasman flood recoveryHawke’s Bay taskforce moved 2.5 million cubic metres of silt across 1100 properties.20 Jul 02:08 AM
New ZealandMan who allegedly escaped police custody found in Hawke's BayThe 37-year-old is facing a raft of charges.20 Jul 02:08 AM
New ZealandYouths seen brandishing knives and machetes before fatal Hamilton street fightPolice describe the incident as a 'senseless act of violence'.20 Jul 01:34 AM
New ZealandPolice Commissioner Chambers 'let down' after allegations against former deputy'I have high expectations of all police staff.'20 Jul 01:27 AM
New ZealandColombian woman who escaped drug cartels was given a new life in NZ – now she's behind barsClaudia Romero Lopez didn’t leave her old life behind.20 Jul 01:00 AM
SportKiwi Olivia McTaggart triumphs in London with 4.73m clearanceThe 4.73m height meets the pole vault entry mark for the World Athletics Championships.19 Jul 11:59 PM
New ZealandBoy racers meet, SH2 and Rawiri Road in MangatawhiriBoy racers meet, SH2 and Rawiri Road in Mangatawhiri. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Jul 10:48 PM
New Zealand'Senseless act of violence': 20yo man killed after Hamilton street fightPolice have launched a homicide probe and say the alleged offender is still on the run. 19 Jul 10:42 PM
Politics$6b of Govt-funded building projects to start before Xmas – this is where they areChris Bishop claims the projects could create about 27,000 jobs.19 Jul 10:30 PM
New ZealandDeparting councillor: ‘Social media abuse has got out of hand’Long-serving Whanganui district councillor Jenny Duncan is calling it quits.19 Jul 10:03 PM
New ZealandChristchurch Hospital calls on families amid healthcare assistant shortageShortages linked to underfunding and employment freezes.19 Jul 09:58 PM
New ZealandVietnam boat accident, car plows into LA nightclub crowd | NZ Herald News Update, 20 July 2025Boat capsizes in Vietnam, dozens dead. Car plows into bystanders at LA nightclub. NCEA changes in spotlight. Video | NZ HeraldWatch19 Jul 09:27 PM
EducationHow Māori and Pasifika roots helped these students get to HarvardTwo Rotorua Boys’ High alumni credit their cultural identity for Ivy League success.19 Jul 08:29 PM
New Zealand'Disrespectful': Family slams dirt bike stunts at young jockey's funeralHis grandmother says their grieving family were cut off by unruly bikers.19 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandGabrielle destroyed Mel Gale’s food business. She has high hopes for her new oneMel Gale is ready for a new chapter as owner of Berry Tasty, two years on from Gabrielle.19 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-Allan: When parents avoid something in a school, you know it's a bad ideaOPINION: Schools spent millions reverting open-plan classrooms to single-cell.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom puppy chaos to competitive husky racing'This breed is a working dog and needs to run and have a purpose.'19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTop of the crops: 1930s farming competitions"All that was needed was a co-operative spirit amongst farmers."19 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It may be too late to save NCEAOPINION: Officials report more than 250,000 students skipped exams last year.19 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Rural economy is buoying Māori economy as much as it aids other sectorsOPINION: The Government cut $88 million from direct Māori funding in the last Budget.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAmy’s Forest: How tribute to farmer's sister is also enriching the land'In Amy’s memory, it will be enjoyed by generations to come.'19 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: World leaders could deliver peace by meeting for a drink in Queenstown...OPINION: Has the UN outlived its usefulness?19 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Lessons from NZ's carless daysOPINION: Carless days are a slice of NZ history as quirky as they're strangely inspiring.19 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDamning NCEA briefing raises alarm as Govt mulls future of national qualificationThe credibility of New Zealand's secondary school qualification is being debated.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What is the smallest prime number?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Getting decorative with gourds and coloured cornOpinion: Decorative vegetables are a great talking piece when you have visitors.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMaama Ghee jumps in the ring to raise awareness around suicideAfter a life of hard knocks, first-time boxer Kimi Putere Parata AKA Maama Ghee is stepping into the ring to raise awareness around suicide. Video / Cameron PitneyWatch19 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuInfluencer's journey from addiction and prison - to the boxing ringParata reached 190kgs before losing weight and getting fit.19 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Flames shoot into air as fire engulfs Auckland home, one treated for smoke inhalation Five fire engines are at the scene of the Heaphy St blaze this evening.19 Jul 09:26 AM
New ZealandNewest Lotto millionaire celebrates windfall but biggest prize still up for grabsThe Powerball jackpot now rises to $8 million.19 Jul 09:04 AM
