New ZealandQuestions remain on unity in Te Pāti Māori following long-awaited AGMMariameno Kapa-Kingi was reinstated, but Tākuta Ferris stayed out of the hui.07 Dec 07:03 PM
New Zealand'An uphill battle': Disestablishment of Māori health authority to be challenged in court hearingThe Governments decision to disestablish Māori health authority is being challenged in high court today.Watch07 Dec 07:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRod McNaughton: The hidden curriculum in the new tertiary strategyOPINION: A new IP policy lets academics, not universities, lead research spin-offs.07 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandAir New Zealand cabin crew strike: Union claims it'll be sorted by the end of the weekE tū union tells Herald NOW that strikes for two groups have been called off, but more progress is needed to reach a fair deal for short haul crew.Watch07 Dec 06:50 PM
New ZealandShould New Zealand Follow Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban?B416's Cecilia Robinson unpacks Australia’s landmark decision to kick under-16s off major platforms, and whether a similar move could work here.Watch07 Dec 06:35 PM
New ZealandASB chief economist: This is the turning point for the economyASB chief economist Nick Tuffley explains why falling inflation and easing interest rates could shift New Zealand’s economy back into gear.Watch07 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon in studio with Heather du Plessis-AllanChristopher Luxon in studio with Heather du Plessis-Allan.Watch07 Dec 05:57 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: December 8 2025MetService Daily Weather: December 8 2025 Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Dec 05:40 PM
New ZealandSport Headlines | Lando Norris wins Formula 1 world titleSport Headlines | Lando Norris wins Formula 1 world title, Liam Lawson finishes 18th.Watch07 Dec 05:30 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday December 8, 2025Morning Headlines | McSkimming case prompts call for changes to how political meetings are run, formal warnings issued by police could be wiped | Wednesday November 13, 2025Watch07 Dec 05:15 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandCredit ratings giant warns Govt rates cap will squeeze councils' financesAuckland Council already owes $14.6b, with $648m a year spent on interest.07 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice could wipe thousands of unlawful warnings after years of botched protocolA police review found only 37% of sampled warnings between 2019 and 2024 were lawful. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It almost looked like a stingray': Parent plucks children from shallows after shark spotted at Auckland beachAbout 20 to 30 people scrambled from the water as shouts of 'Shark!' spread.07 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: MPI must consider the strength of its yellow-legged hornet response OPINION: The speed of this incursion is worrying.07 Dec 04:00 PM
Wellington'Sickened': Teen in OT care who raped child at popular playground detained indefinitelyThe teen fled his community home shortly before attacking the child in the public toilets.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Who was the first emperor of Rome?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandShark spotted circling off Te Arai Beach in North AucklandFamilies were left scrambling after a shark was spotted metres from shore off of a Northern Auckland beach. Video / Rosh KumararathnaWatch07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandClock ticking for Bay growers as 350 water consents near expiryAround 350 consents, including 240 relating to horticulture, will expire on Oct 1, 2026. 07 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerHow to respond: Building portfolios for a lower-return investment worldPrivate equity and private debt are still tipped for returns above 7% a year.07 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandTwo people injured after jetboat crash in WairarapaThe incident occurred during the opening round of the NZ Jetsprint Championship.07 Dec 07:39 AM
New ZealandAuckland family violence refuge full as demand surges before ChristmasGrenville Hendricks links rising domestic violence to cost-of-living strain.07 Dec 07:23 AM
New ZealandKnife attack in car during drug deal ends in collision with heritage park buildingThe victim crashed through a fence into Nelson’s Founders Heritage Park while fleeing.07 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'I want to get out now': Violent offender's prison term to stretch beyond 20 yearsHoki Matete was the first woman to be given preventive detention for serious violence.07 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandMeasles locations named where attendees must contact Healthline 'urgently'People there on or before November 30 may now be infectious with measles.07 Dec 04:09 AM
ChristchurchCrews, choppers battle out-of-control vegetation fire in North CanterburyThe blaze began when a burn pile near Broomfield spread to a paddock and hedge.07 Dec 02:53 AM
Auckland'How can this happen?': Murder charge after lunchtime violence in Auckland's suburbiaA 21-year-old man has been charged with murder after an altercation between motorists.07 Dec 02:51 AM
New Zealand'Avoid the area': Major Waikato highway closed following vehicle fireEmergency services were called to the scene at about 2.20pm.07 Dec 02:40 AM
New ZealandTramper dies after beacon activated in remote West Coast bushThe tramper's body could not be recovered until the weather cleared on Saturday.07 Dec 02:19 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How many popes have been called Gregory?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.07 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Ripped trust to shreds': Man welcomed into family home repeatedly raped 8yo cousinHe would sneak into her room, telling her he was 'scared to sleep alone'.07 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain and gales to hit South Island as temperatures soar in NZ's eastMost South Island weather watches and warnings are due to lift early tomorrow morning. 07 Dec 12:26 AM
New ZealandLeft in limbo: Three-hour taxi delay for injured man heading to clinicRobert Osborne waited three hours for a St John-booked taxi after injuring his knee. The delay occurred following a fall at his home in Devonport. Video / Dean PurcellWatch07 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandPensioner left in agony as taxi to clinic takes three hours to arriveSt John and Age Concern Auckland are now investigating the lengthy delay.07 Dec 12:00 AM
PoliticsCoster denies knowing of protocol to redirect McSkimming emails, minister says 'unfathomable'The former Police Commissioner has spoken for the first time about the scandal.06 Dec 11:54 PM
