New ZealandCost of living crisis hits pensioners relying on superannuation'There is discomfort, no doubt about it' - Retirement Commissioner.31 Aug 09:58 AM
SportEvelyn Webster, first Kiwi woman at Wimbledon, dies at 101Evelyn Webster competed in four Wimbledon tournaments from 1951 to 1954.31 Aug 09:55 AM
New ZealandFatal crash closes major Hawke's Bay highway for hoursA person died in a crash on State Highway 50, north of Tikokino, earlier today.31 Aug 07:43 AM
New Zealand'Getting pretty angry': Passengers face long delays at Auckland Airport as wild weather hitsOne person has been stranded in the baggage claim area for more than two hours.31 Aug 07:29 AM
New ZealandWild weather causes long Auckland Aiport delaysHeavy rain and winds in Auckland have caused chaos at Auckland Airport. Video / SuppliedWatch31 Aug 07:04 AM
New ZealandTwelve players win $25k in Lotto Second Division draw - where were tickets sold?Four players also won Powerball Second Division. 31 Aug 07:03 AM
PoliticsShane Jones: Should we have nuclear power?The NZ First deputy leader roused the party faithful in Warkworth.31 Aug 07:00 AM
New Zealand'I felt threatened': Sallies worker defends shoving colleague, using 'derogatory slur'The sacked furniture store worker took his case to the ERA, claiming wrongful dismissal.31 Aug 07:00 AM
AucklandKumeū nursery has 'about a day' to save millions of dollars worth of stock after fireSupport poured in from fellow growers and competitors after the blaze.31 Aug 06:49 AM
AucklandOne critical, road blocked by car crash in Auckland's Stanmore BayCrews were called to the scene after 4pm.31 Aug 05:26 AM
New Zealand'Severe wind gusts': Wild winds sweep Akl, hit trees, bring traffic chaos to Harbour BridgeMetService has issued an orange strong wind warning for Auckland.31 Aug 04:55 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is New Zealand's deepest lake?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.31 Aug 03:59 AM
New ZealandPolice round up BoP anti-social road users The police's Eagle helicopter helped monitor the anti-social road behaviour.31 Aug 03:50 AM
New ZealandPolice operation in Manawatū sees arrests, cars impounded overnightPolice issued 58 infringements and breath-tested 250 drivers.31 Aug 03:21 AM
New Zealand'We're not boy racers': Cultural gatherings fear Govt crackdownCar meets offer a safe space, not danger, local enthusiasts argue.31 Aug 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Young, naive' woman turned to drug-running after relationship break-up Melissa Rodgers set to be sent back to NZ when she finishes doing time in an Aussie jail.31 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice speak to man sought in relation to Greymouth assaultThey earlier launched a public appeal.31 Aug 02:49 AM
New ZealandWarning signs at site of Muriwai Beach sand dunes deathA new set of warning signs have been spotted at the site of the Muriwai Beach sand dunes death. Video / Sarah BristowWatch31 Aug 02:26 AM
New ZealandKite surfers take advantage of wild winds at Muriwai BeachKite surfers take advantage of wild winds at Muriwai Beach. Video / Sarah BristowWatch31 Aug 02:23 AM
KahuWhy the Tāmaki Makaurau byelection is crucial for Labour and Te Pāti MāoriPeeni Henare and Oriini Kaipara campaigned at flea markets today.31 Aug 01:10 AM
Crime'She was just wailing': Friends had to tell RSE worker's mum he had been killed in a crashTruck driver Robert Clifford was on his phone when he crashed into the RSE van.31 Aug 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPou carved for Hawke's Bay whare to be returned to NZ after 134 yearsThe carvings are coming home after more than a century sitting in an Australian museum.31 Aug 12:00 AM
EconomyLabour fixes embarrassing error as it challenges Govt to 'be honest' about RBNZ sagaLabour's finance spokeswoman Barbara Edmonds is calling for transparency.30 Aug 11:27 PM
PoliticsReduction in overall violent crime, but uptick in sexual assault victimsThe Government also announced the location of a new police beat team.30 Aug 11:04 PM
New ZealandUnexplained death in Petone not suspicious, police sayPolice closed part of The Esplanade in Petone this morning as they made inquiries.30 Aug 10:54 PM
New ZealandDramatic images as West Auckland plant nursery goes up in flamesFirefighters are today dampening hotspots after struggling against the raging inferno.30 Aug 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Efficient and sustainable': $220m expansion at geothermal station '90%' completeAnnual output would power 158,000 homes, exceeding Christchurch’s residential total.30 Aug 10:43 PM
New ZealandFaulty fire ladder trucks hamper Auckland response at major warehouse blazeA replacement truck from Wellington failed so another one had to come from Hamilton. 30 Aug 10:18 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Increase in drug deaths, Auckland braces for galesNZ Herald Morning News Update | Increase in drug deaths sparks concern. Massive overnight flower nursery fire. Auckland braces for strong gales. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Aug 10:12 PM
New ZealandInmate launches court battle after being denied meds and free hearing aid batteriesLance Lee says he shouldn't have to buy his own batteries, even at a discounted price.30 Aug 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouple halt plan to reopen bar after clash with councilThey claim an inspector took an 'intimidatory' approach, despite their good records.30 Aug 09:48 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'Monster' tried to run over partner at bus stop, destroyed Good Samaritans' lives insteadA 78-year-old pedestrian died of a stroke, but Hayden Williams avoided a homicide charge.30 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi ultra runner Ruth Croft makes history with major winCroft has become the first woman to win all three UTMB World Series Finals races.30 Aug 08:51 PM
New Zealand13 notable Kiwis, nine simple questions about life – how they respondedWe asked 13 New Zealanders the same nine questions – here are their answers.30 Aug 08:27 PM
