New ZealandStorm cuts power to thousands, SH57 closed by downed trees and truck crash, urgent save water pleaPolice are warning motorists in lower NI to not travel unless absolutely necessary. 29 Dec 09:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: What was really behind RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr's shock resignation?OPINION: Five of the top columns of the year from Thomas Coughlan. 29 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, December 30, 2025Morning Headlines | Bad weather may last till end of the year and record number of first-home buyers | Tuesday, December 30, 2025Watch29 Dec 07:05 PM
New ZealandChristmas holiday road toll at two after separate Hawke’s Bay deathsPolice are urging anyone who saw or helped the man to call them.29 Dec 06:57 PM
New ZealandRhythm and Vines mud chaosFestival-goers across the North Island experienced a muddy night as torrential rain drenched campsites. Video / Tyler TantinWatch29 Dec 06:43 PM
WorldBoxer Anthony Joshua injured in deadly car crash in NigeriaBritish boxer Anthony Joshua was injured in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people, police say.Watch29 Dec 05:55 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCracking yarn: How a Fantasyland relic became lodged in a coastal bushA lost relic of Hastings' beloved theme park stares manically out of the foliage.29 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHe cancelled his health insurance due to 'exorbitant' premiums. Then he got cancerRay Le Prou said he was quoted $15,000 to have a mole removed from his face.29 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Leggett: Can emerging infrastructure bipartisanship survive an election campaign?Research shows a stable project pipeline could save $2.3b to $4.7b every year.29 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandPipe dream: Will Rotorua ever have a hydroslide again? The mayor has made it her mission to restore a feature of her youth to the city.29 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Come home': Family vintage tractor returns to original ownerWaikato farmer Neil Dalgety's tractor tale was a popular read on The Country in 2025.29 Dec 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Really excited': Waikato farming family's hazelnut successThis story about the Scott family's adventures in hazelnuts was very popular in 2025.29 Dec 04:01 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What is the primary purpose of the comb on a chicken's head?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsUncensored: Claims of bribery, AI content, 'shaming' in Youth MPs' speeches before controversial review But the ministry has conceded some correspondence caused confusion about expectations.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthcote school gets colourful for a causeReporter Cato finds out why teachers are throwing dye at kids, and how Northcote’s Colour Run is raising big money, with students choosing how to spend it!Watch29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandEast v west: The Coromandel property divide driving $8.5m beach salesIn 2024, 74% of Coromandel buyers came from outside the peninsula.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: How to say no without guilt when culture and burnout collideOPINION: A University of Auckland survey found nearly 90% had experienced burnout.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Trade reality check - why India, not Luxon, is likely to gain mostOPINION: When India makes concessions to our dairy products, we will be on a win.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandYear in Review: Upokongaro - where herons roost and gin wins goldKem Ormond's story about small-batch distillery Papaiti Gin was a big read in June 2025.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPastures Past: Boar attacks boat in 1937This true fishing story was one of the most read editions of Pastures Past in 2025.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBearing witness: Reporter logs 20 years covering crime, courage and consequenceAnna Leask marks 20 years covering New Zealand’s most haunting cases and events.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsRevealed: The urgent message from Minister Nicole McKee’s office before her alcohol policy u-turnMcKee initially supported tighter off-licence liquor sale hours, but then changed her mind29 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand2025 road toll on track for historic low amid tougher policing and safer roads This year's total of 269 deaths as of last night is down 8% on 2024. 29 Dec 04:00 PM
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
