PoliticsExpelled MP urges Labour restraint in Māori seats to prompt overhangFormer Te Pāti Māori MP Tākuta Ferris holds one of the seven Māori electorates. 28 Nov 02:07 AM
New Zealand‘Behaviour has crossed the line’: Home security allowance for councillorsSome councillors will be able to access allowances of up to $5500 to improve security.28 Nov 02:02 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How many James Bond films did Daniel Craig star in?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.28 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandInmate bashed prison officer after being told his mum had been killedPomare Wilson was then granted leave to attend her tangi but went on the run instead.28 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice killing of Kaoss Price headed to court after grieving mum suesThe 2022 death of Kaoss Price came after he rammed a police vehicle.28 Nov 01:37 AM
New ZealandWeather with Chris Brandolino on The CountryC Brandolino, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Rachel Shearer, Todd Clark, Hamish McKay, Barry Soper.28 Nov 01:35 AM
New ZealandStaffing strain: 17,000 PSA health workers walk off job across NZChris Hipkins addresses the nationwide PSA health workers' strike for safe staffing and fair pay. Video / Michael CraigWatch28 Nov 01:02 AM
New ZealandHouse sale aims to raise $30k+ for Waipuna HospiceThe hospice must raise $8.4m each year, as only 43% of its funding comes from Health NZ.28 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandSlip, slidin' away: Giant waterslides hit Rotorua for summerRotorua riders would have the option of a 150m or 90m slide.28 Nov 01:00 AM
Business'Better times ahead': Consumer confidence hits six‑month highA net 21% of households now expect to be better off this time next year.28 Nov 12:47 AM
New ZealandKirton: Regional reforms will be welcomed if they deliver savingsRuapehu mayor says territorial authorities can take on more work if properly resourced.28 Nov 12:47 AM
KahuPain into purpose: Mother launches petition after son's shooting deathEru was 29 with a partner, two children, and four brothers - including a twin.28 Nov 12:47 AM
New ZealandHunt for two cars after Hamilton shootingThe late-night shooting on Sapphire Place appears to have been targeted, police say.28 Nov 12:41 AM
BusinessVision can be something that sounds like a bad idea and becomes a good idea, says one CEOThe BusinessDesk CEO Index driven by Range Rover gathers insights from corporate leaders on how they lead.Watch28 Nov 12:31 AM
New ZealandMan wielding hedge trimmer blade who trapped woman, baby was ‘violent and not rational’ - witnessWitnesses said the man was hacking at the bus stop as the woman shielded her baby.28 Nov 12:27 AM
New ZealandDad 'disgusted' to see supermarket binning food after fridge faultWoolworths says strict food rules meant the goods could not be salvaged or donated.28 Nov 12:20 AM
Christchurch‘So much joy, laughter, and light’: Mum’s tribute to son killed in Timaru crashThe Timaru community has rallied with messages, meals, hugs and donations.28 Nov 12:11 AM
New ZealandMurder-accused reveals social media password was 'bad boy killer'Rakai Thompson has been accused of murdering his friend Te Omeka Pairama Akariri-Buckley.28 Nov 12:11 AM
New ZealandResilience comes from treating every problem as a challenge to find an opportunity, says one CEOThe BusinessDesk CEO Index driven by Range Rover gathers insights from corporate leaders on how they lead.Watch28 Nov 12:07 AM
WellingtonAfter illegal favour for flatmate, lawyer turns against him and helps other tenants in feudRookie lawyer's rule-breaking due to ignorance, inexperience and 'youthful enthusiasm'.28 Nov 12:05 AM
New ZealandInnovation takes leadership that inspires confidence when there’s no roadmap, says one CEOThe BusinessDesk CEO Index driven by Range Rover gathers insights from corporate leaders on how they lead.Watch28 Nov 12:05 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday November 28, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Healthcare workers and firefighters to strike this afternoon | Thursday November 27, 2025 Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Nov 12:04 AM
New ZealandInfluence starts from knowing you can’t do it all and can’t just tell others to do it, says one CEOThe BusinessDesk CEO Index driven by Range Rover gathers insights from corporate leaders on how they lead.Watch28 Nov 12:04 AM
New ZealandImpact can be measured by the other companies you transform, says one CEOThe BusinessDesk CEO Index driven by Range Rover gathers insights from corporate leaders on how they lead.Watch28 Nov 12:01 AM
New ZealandFatal flaw: Faulty winch blamed in death of NZ sailor in UKLyall Babington had been sailing his 17-metre yacht, Mollie, around the world.27 Nov 11:58 PM
New ZealandMāori voice at risk under mayoral panel plan, says Horizons councillor'This has come from completely left field,' says Elijah Pue.27 Nov 11:47 PM
New ZealandUS National Guard member dies after Washington shootingOne of the two national guard members shot on wednesday is dead, US president Donald Trump says. Video / AFPWatch27 Nov 11:47 PM
CrimeWatch: Probe into Akl airport drug-smuggling ring sees more 'corrupt' baggage handlers arrestedPolice seized 631kg of meth and 112kg of cocaine linked to the ring.27 Nov 11:41 PM
SailGP'Nothing's really changed': What happens if Burling can't race in SailGP final?Burling was the fan-voted MVP of the league, but an injury has him in doubt for the final.27 Nov 11:30 PM
EntertainmentGiant waterslides open in Rotorua for the first timeTwo “Mega Slides” are opening at Adventure Playground in Ngongotahā. Videos / Adventure Playground, Waterworld WaterparksWatch27 Nov 11:24 PM
New ZealandTauranga residents told: Pay up to keep asphalt streetsCouncil to explore street self-funding option for areas opposed to chipseal resealing.27 Nov 11:14 PM
Kahu‘Ignited an invigoration’: Māori Queen turns social media kids onto KīngitangaRahui Papa says her reign has reignited rangatahi pride in the Kīngitanga.27 Nov 10:56 PM
ChristchurchNo new leads: Why Christchurch drive-by shooting remains unsolvedPolice say they have now exhausted all lines of inquiry into the shooting.27 Nov 10:36 PM
New Zealand'It's all in the details': Cat campaigner urges humane control of feral animalsFeral cats will now join possums, rats and stoats on the Predator Free 2050 list.27 Nov 10:30 PM
