PoliticsGovt announces major fuel import step at post-Cabinet press conferencePressures are being felt at the pump over the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.23 Mar 02:46 AM
America's CupAmerica's Cup experience: What it's like going full speed on Team NZ's AC75Christopher Reive went on board with the America's Cup defenders to see how things work. 23 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandFrom Rotorua to the bench: Two local lawyers step up as District Court judgesPrue McGuire returns to Palmerston North, where she began law in 1992.23 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandEnergy crisis: How to max your fuel efficiency when drivingExperts say smarter driving habits can cut your fuel use by up to 20%.23 Mar 02:10 AM
New ZealandUnclaimed haul: Police want to return stolen jewellery and handbags in RotoruaThe items were taken in Glenholme and industrial area burglaries since mid-2023.23 Mar 02:04 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What country has the highest per capita consumption of beer?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.23 Mar 02:00 AM
New Zealand'I braced for an impact': Invercargill woman heard speeding car moments before fatal crashThe resident heard 'two massive bangs' before the crash involving a 'fleeing vehicle'.23 Mar 02:00 AM
WellingtonRadiocarbon dating reveals origin of human remains found in WellingtonRadiocarbon dating shows the skull likely dates back to the 1600s-1700s.23 Mar 01:57 AM
New ZealandSome dual British citizens get border exemption from new passportsEU dual nationals with UK settlement can now enter Britain on EU ID cards.23 Mar 01:39 AM
New Zealand'Significant concerns' raised about surgeon's competence after patient's deathThe woman suffered a severe brain haemorrhage just hours after her operation.23 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceThe Government will allow fuel that meets Australian criteria for import into the New Zealand market as pressures are being felt at the pumpWatch23 Mar 12:59 AM
PoliticsHow much fuel does NZ have left? Government reveals latest figuresThe Government is moving to a twice-weekly update on the nation's fuel stocks.23 Mar 12:14 AM
BusinessFonterra CEO Miles Hurrell gives their half-year updateFonterra CEO Miles Hurrell, Chairman Peter McBride, and Chief Financial Officer Andrew Murray at the half-year announcement.Watch22 Mar 11:53 PM
New ZealandMetService severe weather: March 23-28, 2026MetService severe weather: March 23-28. Video / MetServiceWatch22 Mar 11:26 PM
New Zealand'I hope I’m wrong': The next NZ shortage could be electric and hybrid vehiclesLocal dealers say EV and hybrid sales surged in February, with worries about stock.22 Mar 11:14 PM
New ZealandRising bills, later babies: How money is changing family plans in the BayBay of Plenty births rose 6.7% in a decade, but population jumped 16.6%.22 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandFirst alerts issued for two days of stormy weather starting in northThe upper North Island is set for a lengthy period of heavy rain and strong wind this week22 Mar 10:53 PM
WellingtonCocaine use across NZ leaps to record-breaking highThe Drug Foundation says the data shows our approach to drug use is not working.22 Mar 10:23 PM
New ZealandMany injured in multiple-vehicle crash that blocked lanes on Auckland motorwayThe injured motorists were taken to hospital with moderate injuries.22 Mar 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPlans for new $3.8 million animal shelter in NapierA new multi-million-dollar animal shelter with 62 kennels has been announced for Napier. 22 Mar 10:09 PM
New ZealandStrike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win bigFour players Bay of Plenty-wide cashed in over the weekend. 22 Mar 10:05 PM
Politics$50m plan to double number of public EV chargersThe Government is providing interest-free loans to two companies to boost the number of electric vehicle public chargers around the country. Video / Mark MitchellWatch22 Mar 09:29 PM
KahuSeymour to present Eru’s Law petition as mum demands tougher sentencesThe petition urges tougher sentences when violent crimes result in death.22 Mar 09:26 PM
New ZealandNo dogs allowed: Tenants busted after posting video of dog's birthday on FacebookThe carpet stunk of dog urine but the tenants tried to claim it was from a leak.22 Mar 09:20 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNational and Luxon fall further in latest political poll| Ryan Bridge TODAYNZ Herald Political Editor Thomas Coughlan discusses the latest poll released by RNZ, which shows National falling further. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch22 Mar 09:17 PM
New ZealandGovernment announces $50 million loans to install more EV chargersThe 2574 new charge points include 1374 DC fast chargers and 1200 AC chargers.22 Mar 09:14 PM
ChristchurchStudents injured after flat parties wage bottle-throwing warOne student is now avoiding campus and has ongoing effects from her head injury. 22 Mar 09:00 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYChristchurch City Council in hot water with Environment Canterbury, again| Ryan Bridge TODAYNewstalk ZB South Island news director Claire Sherwood with the latest news from the region. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch22 Mar 07:28 PM
New ZealandGovt plans for future fuel-shortage scenarios as prices keep climbing, relief announcement soonPM says security of fuel supply is paramount with biggest impact on jobs and incomes.22 Mar 07:23 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYMiddle East correspondent: Volume of attacks from Iran easing in Dubai | Ryan Bridge TODAYThe Economist correspondent Gregg Carlstrom joins Herald NOW with the latest developments in the Middle East. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch22 Mar 06:54 PM
New ZealandNational slips further in latest poll as Luxon’s net performance score falls to record lowIf replicated on polling day, the numbers would leave the country in limbo.22 Mar 06:49 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNew Government scheme aims to double public EV charger numbers | Ryan Bridge TODAYFinance Minister Nicola Willis says they'll help provide $52.7 million in zero-interest loans to boost charger network. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch22 Mar 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom the Dux to the Strip: Inside Christchurch’s long lost legendary barsMany once-iconic Garden City bars are now car parks, hotels, or empty lots.22 Mar 06:34 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, March 23, 2026NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Trump threatened to "obliterate" Iranian energy facilities, Nicola Willis says 7 weeks worth of fuel in NZ.Watch22 Mar 06:25 PM
