New ZealandRhythm and Vines mud chaosFestival-goers across the North Island experienced a muddy night as torrential rain drenched campsites. Video / Tyler TantinWatch29 Dec 06:43 PM
WorldBoxer Anthony Joshua injured in deadly car crash in NigeriaBritish boxer Anthony Joshua was injured in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people, police say.Watch29 Dec 05:55 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCracking yarn: How a Fantasyland relic became lodged in a coastal bushA lost relic of Hastings' beloved theme park stares manically out of the foliage.29 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHe cancelled his health insurance due to 'exorbitant' premiums. Then he got cancerRay Le Prou said he was quoted $15,000 to have a mole removed from his face.29 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandPipe dream: Will Rotorua ever have a hydroslide again? The mayor has made it her mission to restore a feature of her youth to the city.29 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Leggett: Can emerging infrastructure bipartisanship survive an election campaign?Research shows a stable project pipeline could save $2.3b to $4.7b every year.29 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Come home': Family vintage tractor returns to original ownerWaikato farmer Neil Dalgety's tractor tale was a popular read on The Country in 2025.29 Dec 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Really excited': Waikato farming family's hazelnut successThis story about the Scott family's adventures in hazelnuts was very popular in 2025.29 Dec 04:01 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What is the primary purpose of the comb on a chicken's head?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsUncensored: Claims of bribery, AI content, 'shaming' in Youth MPs' speeches before controversial review But the ministry has conceded some correspondence caused confusion about expectations.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthcote school gets colourful for a causeReporter Cato finds out why teachers are throwing dye at kids, and how Northcote’s Colour Run is raising big money, with students choosing how to spend it!Watch29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandEast v west: The Coromandel property divide driving $8.5m beach salesIn 2024, 74% of Coromandel buyers came from outside the peninsula.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: How to say no without guilt when culture and burnout collideOPINION: A University of Auckland survey found nearly 90% had experienced burnout.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Trade reality check - why India, not Luxon, is likely to gain mostOPINION: When India makes concessions to our dairy products, we will be on a win.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandYear in Review: Upokongaro - where herons roost and gin wins goldKem Ormond's story about small-batch distillery Papaiti Gin was a big read in June 2025.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPastures Past: Boar attacks boat in 1937This true fishing story was one of the most read editions of Pastures Past in 2025.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBearing witness: Reporter logs 20 years covering crime, courage and consequenceAnna Leask marks 20 years covering New Zealand’s most haunting cases and events.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsRevealed: The urgent message from Minister Nicole McKee’s office before her alcohol policy u-turnMcKee initially supported tighter off-licence liquor sale hours, but then changed her mind29 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand2025 road toll on track for historic low amid tougher policing and safer roads This year's total of 269 deaths as of last night is down 8% on 2024. 29 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionJamie MackayJamie Mackay: Winston, FTAs and farm votes – what’s really at stake in 2026OPINION: One thing you can say about Luxon’s Lot is they are farmer-friendly.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM
Auckland'Complicating the response': Vegetation fire breaks out near Ardmore Airport Fire and Emergency first received the call about 6pm.29 Dec 07:24 AM
WellingtonTeen drink-driver who caused five car crash with his Mercedes fails appealKekeli Nanedo argued he should have avoided conviction due to the deportation risk.29 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandCroc attack: Dad bashed at playground over kid's shoesHe was sentenced to 150 hours' community work and two years' supervision.29 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Protect Ōkareka now, before it’s too late': United front against lake pestWarranted officers and volunteers will staff the main Lake Ōkareka boat ramp.29 Dec 03:35 AM
New ZealandWaterspout forms off popular Hawke’s Bay holiday beachThe waterspout formed offshore between Waimārama Beach and Bare Island.29 Dec 03:24 AM
New ZealandHuge response as hosts hand over the reins of Napier community Christmas dinner'I’m here for Jim and Joanne. I needed a kick up the bum and they gave it to me.'29 Dec 03:10 AM
New ZealandFire crews attend sites of property damage as strong winds buffet AucklandFire crews removed debris from roads as strong winds buffeted Auckland. Video / Jason DordayWatch29 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Waterspout touches down off Waimārama Beach, Hawke's BayVideo shows the rare moment near Bare Island during stormy weather at the popular Hawke's Bay beach. Video / SuppliedWatch29 Dec 02:52 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather update: Monday 29 DecemberMetService severe weather update: Monday 29 December. Video / MetServiceWatch29 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How long did the Trojan War last?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.29 Dec 02:00 AM
WellingtonHave you seen Ella? Police search for missing personElla was last seen on Saturday, December 27.29 Dec 01:57 AM
New ZealandCovid-19 outbreak shuts Gore Hospital to new patients and visitorsSix patients have tested positive for Covid-19 at Gore Hospital.29 Dec 01:26 AM
New Zealand'Millions of dollars': Farmers rejoice as rain hits parched Hawke's Bay paddocksThe stress reliever that Hawke's Bay farmers needed has arrived.29 Dec 01:22 AM
