ChristchurchTeen charged after woman stabbed in central Christchurch Police say public information and CCTV footage were key to making the arrest.25 Mar 02:57 AM
PoliticsGreens promise rent-rise caps and WoFs, and tens of thousands of new public homesThe party intends to pass a Renters' Rights Bill if it returns to Government.25 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandWoman in McSkimming case allegedly sent 87 emails to detective's wife, some 'threatening'Many of Ms Z's emails were sent in rapid bursts, some 'highly offensive' and sexualised.25 Mar 02:02 AM
AucklandDiesel now more expensive than 91 octane at some pumps across countryDiesel prices have gone up 80% in the past month, 91 has increased under half of that. 25 Mar 02:02 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How old is current New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.25 Mar 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Rotten to the core': Backdown on baby fish plan fails to calm fisheries furyCritics say the Fisheries Amendment Bill still hands power to big quota owners.25 Mar 01:54 AM
New ZealandMan from religious organisation in court on rape and strangulation chargesThe 45-year-old is charged with rape, strangulation and indecent assault.25 Mar 01:53 AM
New ZealandHB leaders, financial advisers say $50 fuel relief welcome but no 'silver bullet’From April 7, about 140,000 families nationwide will get an extra $50 a week.25 Mar 01:51 AM
WellingtonFirefighters warn Upper Hutt locals to steer clear of large blazeThe fire is near the intersection of Blenheim St, Seddon St and Goodshed Rd.25 Mar 01:41 AM
PoliticsOceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones explains backdown on fish size proposalThe U-turn was announced on Wednesday. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Mar 01:35 AM
New Zealand‘The house is totalled’: Fire rips through Te Puke home in minutesBottom floor overrun by flames in about two minutes.25 Mar 01:22 AM
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New ZealandRotorua authorities brace for fuel crunchSome Covid-19 lockdown lessons may come back into play.25 Mar 01:18 AM
New ZealandFirst victim named after six killed in 'devastating' weekend on the roadsMurray Kevin Levers, 71, was killed in a three-vehicle crash on Sunday.25 Mar 01:16 AM
New ZealandCraig Piggott talks Halter on The CountryChris Luxon, Craig Piggott, Stefan Vogel, Chloe Butcher-Herries, George Dodson, J Rowarth.25 Mar 12:51 AM
New ZealandMetService weather update: Heavy rain warnings and severe wind riskHeather Keats from MetService issued a heavy weather update, warning of severe storms. The storms are expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds across the region.Watch25 Mar 12:40 AM
WellingtonCall for ex-mayor to resign from ambulance board after losing licence from speeding finesDame Kerry Prendergast has admitted losing her licence after multiple speeding offences.25 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandFuel shortage fears: Firefighters warn over risky petrol storage Petrol should only be stored in approved containers and filled to up to 95% capacity.24 Mar 11:39 PM
New ZealandCentral Hawke's Bay brothers take hat-tricks two weeks apartIt was a classic case of anything you can do, I can do better.24 Mar 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt says thousands more eligible for temporary tax credits thanks to changes. Are you one of them?See how much you can get from the Government's cost of living relief with our calculator. 24 Mar 11:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Crisis': Devastated McCain growers want an overhaul of food value chain'The question we have to ask is, why can't they make money?'24 Mar 11:16 PM
New ZealandFarmers urged to adopt saving measures as fuel prices biteFarmers and growers reminded that they don't always have to use the biggest tractor.24 Mar 11:09 PM
New ZealandEmbattled Dunedin councillor reads from Kafka before being censured, urged to resignBenedict Ong lost his deputy technology role and museum posts, cutting his pay package.24 Mar 11:02 PM
New ZealandNZ-born US Marine facing deportation’s last hope: Will Congress or President Trump step in?Paul Canton spoke to the Herald about his case and how his options are running out. 24 Mar 11:00 PM
AucklandHow two faulty vehicles sparked $1.4m Tongariro fires a month apartThe two SH47 fires were sparked by faulty vehicles a month and a few hundred metres apart.24 Mar 10:54 PM
CrimeMan accused of violent home invasion rape extradited from Asia to stand trialHe has pleaded not guilty to all 12 charges. 24 Mar 10:49 PM
New ZealandDunedin councillor Ong censured, mayor calls for resignationBenedict Ong has been stripped of roles and faces a pay cut following a “very serious” breach of the council code of conduct.Watch24 Mar 10:49 PM
Wellington'No more possums, rats, stoats': Govt announces plans for Wellington to become first predator-free city'People aren’t coming to New Zealand to see feral cats or possums,' Tama Potaka says.24 Mar 10:23 PM
PoliticsSpeaker Gerry Brownlee asks judge to 'recall' and reconsider expelled Te Pāti Māori MP rulingMariameno Kapa-Kingi is the MP for the Māori seat of Te Tai Tokerau.24 Mar 10:17 PM
New ZealandPod of common dolphins sighted on Whanganui coastA pod of common dolphins swam alongside a Whanganui fisherman's boat on Monday morning between Kai Iwi and Ototoka Beach.Watch24 Mar 10:07 PM
New Zealand'Perfect storm': Diesel, shipping costs put logging operators under pressureForest Management's group director says remote forests may soon be uneconomic to harvest.24 Mar 10:01 PM
New ZealandDog mauling leaves family pet fighting for life, sparks call for tougher lawsThe 11-year-old dog suffered extreme injuries and has already had two surgeries.24 Mar 09:56 PM
New Zealand'An exciting time': Te Arawa buys iconic Rotorua Duck Tours businessTe Arawa Lakes Trust said the strategic move will create jobs for descendants.24 Mar 09:55 PM
New ZealandOne critical after car hits tree on Rotorua's Fenton StPolice tape remains around the car and tree on the Fenton St median.24 Mar 09:55 PM
