PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHavelock North: 200 homes planned for former mushroom farmPlans to turn the closed mushroom farm into housing will go through a fast-track process.13 Jan 11:14 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters recovering from pre-Christmas operationWhen asked if he was still riding horses, he said he was having to take it easy.13 Jan 10:59 PM
New ZealandPolice at Waitārere Beach property after fatal shootingA property on Waitārere Beach Rd cordoned off on January 14, 2026, after a shooting in which one person died and three others were left critical. Video: Mark MitchellWatch13 Jan 10:53 PM
BusinessElectricity Authority to get tougher fines as power company penalties soarFrom next year, big breaches could cost power firms up to $10m or more.13 Jan 10:46 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Farmers revive Hororātā Hall’s historic paddock to fund community’s futureThe 5ha block was gifted by Sir John Hall in 1890 to fund the Hororātā Hall.13 Jan 10:33 PM
New Zealand‘A bit of a yellow card’: Beer veteran’s wake-up call sparks sober successState of Play Brewing CEO made the switch to non-alcoholic beer and says others are too. 13 Jan 09:38 PM
New Zealand‘Sheer panic’: Dual-citizenship NZ Brits have to get UK passport to returnTravel agents fear airport chaos as many expats still have no idea.13 Jan 09:22 PM
New ZealandNCEA results day: What students and parents need to knowAbout 158,000 students in NZ, the Cook Islands and Niue can now see their exam marks.13 Jan 06:43 PM
WorldAustralian writers' festival cancelled over barring of Palestinian authorMore than 60 writers, including Jacinda Ardern, pulled out in protest.13 Jan 06:20 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 14, 2026Morning Headlines | Trump risks inflaming Iran matters and the Electricity Authority's new power plan | Wednesday, January 14, 2026Watch13 Jan 06:03 PM
AucklandPerson found injured on roadside in East Auckland, police cordon off road Police have cordoned off a section of Union Rd, near Pegler Drive.13 Jan 05:47 PM
New ZealandMountain biker spends 24 hours circling Christchurch McDonald'sMatthew Fairbrother spent just under two hours off the bike in total.13 Jan 05:42 PM
New ZealandCouncil opens door to private management of night marketExpressions of interest in managing the event are now open. 13 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMourning 'Mr Rugby', a 'local legend' who devoted his life to sportMount Maunganui's Terry Hurdle was a fixture of sidelines, clubrooms and stadium tunnels.13 Jan 05:00 PM
OpinionNCEA results: What to ask the student in your life before you ask their scoresOPINION: From today, NCEA students can access their 2025 results.13 Jan 04:55 PM
New Zealand'Nearly 23 years in the shop': Heartbreak and questions after firefighters strike delays blaze responseUp to 14 staff and dozens of customers escaped as flames spread through the store.13 Jan 04:04 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Which musical term denotes that a piece is to be played 'sweetly'?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Socially isolated': Life parolee died just months after spending 30 years behind barsLee Kohiti took his life soon after expressing a desire to return to jail.13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMore than ‘quarter of trillion dollars’ to be spent on land transport over next two decades The Transport Minister has been told by officials to decide on his priorities.13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘I freely admit it has been more challenging’: Seymour on charter schools pushDavid Seymour says the authorisation board will be proactive in encouraging conversions. 13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGraham Redding: Confronting antisemitism, Islamophobia - and the fear of pluralismOPINION: At the heart of the issue is a confusion between relativism and pluralism.13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Prescription fees U-turn welcomeOPINION: Last year 191,000 adults did not fill their prescription because of the cost.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘If in doubt, stay out’: Lifeguards save kayaker, then teach beach safetyA kayaker in trouble was fortunate the Surf Life Saving team turned up for training.13 Jan 04:00 PM
KahuFrom Lavos to the world: How one kai maestro is putting hangi on the mapRewi Spraggon is writing Aotearoa's Soul Food Hangi, due for release at Matariki.13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The 2026 election is probably the most important election of a generationOPINION: Reducing Venezuela to 'oil politics' erases the voices of those who speak out.13 Jan 03:59 PM
EntertainmentHilary Barry's dirty back-to-work surprise after return from summer breakThe Seven Sharp host implicates Jeremy Wells for the discovery.13 Jan 07:54 AM
New ZealandSkipper and Sealord fined after fisherman dies ‘alone and undignified’ at seaSentencing court hears whānau had long sought answers as to 'what the hell went on?'13 Jan 07:19 AM
New ZealandPerson dies after house fire in inner Christchurch suburbPolice and fire investigators are still probing the cause of the blaze.13 Jan 06:50 AM
New ZealandPolice renew hunt for man after 'coward's punch' at Arrowtown weddingThe man is thought to have been at the Arrowtown Bowls Club wedding.13 Jan 06:17 AM
New Zealand'Avoid the area': Serious two-car crash closes Rotorua highwayEmergency services were called to the scene about 5.30pm.13 Jan 06:05 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhere 'agitated' soldier who cops feared had knives, bombs handed himself in after searchThe NZDF went to court to prevent the Herald from publishing details about the soldier. 13 Jan 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Freak accident': Stingray stabs man in abdomen on Kāpiti Coast beachThe man was training for a surf lifesaving event when the accident occurred.13 Jan 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Unusual odour': Air Canada flight to Vancouver turns back to Auckland early in journeyThe 13-hour international flight was turned back after pilots detected an unusual odour'.13 Jan 05:34 AM
New ZealandIntoxicated mother assaults 3yo autistic son in front of neighboursThe 40-year-old woman admitted the incident after earlier denying the charge.13 Jan 05:00 AM
