New ZealandGet the Wahs! Rotorua dreams of Warriors return after seven-year absenceThe New Zealand Warriors have not played in Rotorua since 2020 - and won't in 2026 either.26 Dec 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSport, agriculture, fitness: Accident-prone Hawke's Bay's 2025 ACC claimsHawke’s Bay residents are making more than $200 million of claims to ACC each year.26 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandEyes, faith and resolve: Inside Whangārei man’s battle with locked-in syndromeRyan Scott, 41, was left able to only move his eyes after a stroke in June.26 Dec 04:09 PM
New ZealandJohn Deere a family affair for this dairy farmerCatherine Fry's story on Reece Houghton's tractor was widely read on The Country in 2025.26 Dec 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Time for travel vouchers to help priced out Kiwis explore their own backyardOPINION: Affordability has been singled out as the top obstacle for domestic tourism.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s looking amazing’: Heritage Auckland art gallery wing unwrapped at lastWorkers replaced 40,000 slate tiles with the same Heather Blue roof.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A lot of fun': Planting project rewarding for farming coupleThis June 2025 story about Brian and Rosemary Whyte's planting efforts was a popular read.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe leaders at the centre of The Country show's most popular item in 2025The Country's June 16 edition was the most listened to (and read about) in 2025. 26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Art Gallery heritage restoration projectAuckland Art Gallery's 1887 heritage building has reopened after a $30m restoration project.Watch26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBoom time over: Timeshare dream fades as ageing owners look to sell upThe tide that brought in the wave of 1980s investors now appears to have also turned.26 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy I don't regret taking the easy way out with weight loss drugsWeight loss medication has changed the way I feel about myself, says Melissa Nightingale.26 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOperation Fix: Inside the sleeper cell of a Mexican cartel in AucklandCustoms found 174kg of methamphetamine inside a shipping container from Mexico.26 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: The Herald’s politician of the year is...OPINION: Find out which MPs impressed in 2025 and who may come to the fore in 2026.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Which French cheese is famously wrapped in chestnut leaves?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year’s Eve forecast: Where to find the best weather around the countryNorthern hotspots may see skies clear again late on New Year’s Eve.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandTaranaki woman turning local wool into heirloom blanketsThis story about Alison Ross's woolly blanket was a popular read on The Country in March.26 Dec 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Cowardly attack': Public rush to help taxi driver assaulted on Christmas DayPolice are calling for more information.26 Dec 06:11 AM
New ZealandOver 2000 wallabies controlled across Bay of Plenty this year The cute critters cause massive economic and biodiversity problems for New Zealand. 26 Dec 05:58 AM
New ZealandPillans Rd Bike Track gets stay of execution as council delays closure callPillans Rd Bike Track closure is on hold, as the council decides its fate.26 Dec 04:58 AM
New ZealandWellington and Lower Hutt beaches off-limits after wastewater dischargesAll swim sites in the areas have been flagged by officials as unsafe to use.26 Dec 04:56 AM
New ZealandFrom Budget cuts to Ikea hype: The big economic forces that shaped 2025From empty lots to massive store openings, we unpack 2025's biggest stories in business.26 Dec 04:00 AM
LifestyleHitched: Horse-mad couple get married at Boxing Day racesTheir celebration was shared with some 15,000 racegoers at Ellerslie today.26 Dec 03:29 AM
New ZealandDouble jolt: Aftershock rattles lower North Island after strong early-morning quakeThe earlier 4.7 quake at 7.16am was felt from Wellington to Whanganui.26 Dec 03:29 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How many times has Scott Dixon won the IndyCar Series?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.26 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandHead lifeguard in Christmas Day double rescueAn Ōpunakē surf lifeguard is credited with being part of two Christmas Day rescues. 26 Dec 01:55 AM
New Zealand'Quite hairy': Four swept off their feet and into rip by strong currentsOne Waipātiki Beach lifeguard managed to rescue three people in one go.26 Dec 01:32 AM
AucklandPerson dies after being swept away by waves at Piha BeachThe police Eagle helicopter was deployed to help find the person.26 Dec 01:30 AM
New ZealandThunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hailPredicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas. 26 Dec 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy this multi-millionaire is giving 250 first-time house-buyers $100k eachBen Tomsett sits down with a self-made businessman on why he's giving back. 26 Dec 01:00 AM
AucklandBoxing Day traffic snarls motorways as shoppers head to malls Motorway exits near Sylvia Park are currently 'very congested'.26 Dec 12:32 AM
New Zealand'Thanks to everyone': Missing Taupō man found after police appealPolice say David may be confused and walks with a distinctive shuffle.26 Dec 12:29 AM
ChristchurchTeen arrested after suspected Christmas Day shooting, police remain at two locations of interestThe 19-year-old is charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.26 Dec 12:03 AM
New Zealand5-year-old rescued, one still missing after Christmas Day jet ski incident at Port WaikatoA rāhui has been placed over Port Waikato and surrounding areas.25 Dec 11:26 PM
New Zealand'Feel a bit sick': Antique store raided on Boxing Day as silver prices soarThieves smashed through a lock, door and three cabinets to target items made of silver.25 Dec 11:22 PM
