New Zealand'Setbacks we can do without': Napier boutique store burgled overnightPolice say the break-in occurred about 3.20am, with cabinets smashed and stock stolen.14 Nov 02:34 AM
New ZealandSchools, preschools close after sand recalled over asbestos fearsSeven schools and early learning centres have closed over possible exposure.14 Nov 02:30 AM
New Zealand'Significant' lake weed dump could mean 10-day clean-up, $50k billBay of Plenty Regional Council and Rotorua Lakes Council are leading the clean-up.14 Nov 02:30 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is a group of hippos commonly called?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.14 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: The PM at the Canterbury ShowChristopher Luxon, Wayne Langford, R Loe, C Brandolino, K Acland, S Duncan, G Dodson.14 Nov 01:28 AM
New ZealandFrom 'bling' to legacy: Council treasure connects generations of chairmen and chairwomenThe pendant was crafted in 1999 from tanekaha wood and Haast jade.14 Nov 01:18 AM
New Zealand'Groupthink self-interest': Chambers lays into former top cops as recruits graduateThe Police Commissioner has described this week as 'appalling' and a 'kick in the guts'.14 Nov 12:51 AM
AucklandWaterspout spotted off West Auckland coast amid stormy weatherRobert Waddell said the swirling spout of water rose about 400m above Muriwai Beach.14 Nov 12:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: Corrections’ silence over Mt Eden escape stinks of cover-upOPINION: Corrections waited six days before naming the escaped inmate publicly.14 Nov 12:04 AM
New ZealandSH29 over Kaimāī Range to close five nights for urgent worksAbseilers will clear loose rocks and vegetation from the Ruahihi Bluffs.13 Nov 11:48 PM
AucklandPolice confirm new roadside drug test device – and where it'll be rolled out firstThe Securetec DrugWipe 3 S can detect cannabis, methamphetamine, Ecstasy and cocaine.13 Nov 11:21 PM
New ZealandWater plan approved as debate over multi-council model ragesThe Rotorua council will run water services until 2028 while exploring a shared model.13 Nov 11:05 PM
New ZealandToll road 'frustration' as motorists endure 'years' of disruptionTauranga MP Sam Uffindell urges NZTA to reduce the toll to reflect road works impacts.13 Nov 11:03 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers speaks to the mediaNZ Herald Live: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers speaks to the mediaWatch13 Nov 10:59 PM
New ZealandRotorua Lakefront weedWeed has built up on the Rotorua Lakefront after this week's high winds and rain. Video / Ben FraserWatch13 Nov 10:38 PM
New ZealandWarriors return to Napier for Valentine’s Day clash with ManlyKevin Murphy warns any pitch invasions could end future NRL games in Napier.13 Nov 09:50 PM
New ZealandPublic urged to help: Police probe Bay View firearms incidentArmed police cordoned Main North Rd after a firearms incident about 10.50am on Thursday.13 Nov 09:43 PM
New Zealand‘Evil’? Locals fire back as Wimbledon pub owner doubles down'There is no empathy that exists - all that exists is evil,' the pub owner claimed. 13 Nov 09:26 PM
New ZealandTop court clears way for major water bottling expansionTe Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa says its kaitiaki duty will continue despite the loss.13 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandPenguin squatters keep Coromandel couple awake through the nightDOC staff say the protected birds must be left alone until nesting ends.13 Nov 08:31 PM
New ZealandHistoric $55m Lotto draw: What are the chances of one winner scooping the lot?Last year’s $50m jackpot was shared between seven winners, taking home $7.18m each.13 Nov 08:13 PM
New ZealandRyan Bridge: Prison break story feels fishyHerald NOW's Ryan Bridge says Prison break story feels fishy.Watch13 Nov 07:55 PM
New Zealand'Hasn’t even started his life yet': 4-month-old given chemo for large brain tumour'Looking at an empty bassinet where my baby should be sleeping breaks me.'13 Nov 07:00 PM
New Zealand'They tried to scare us to death': Row at Auckland retirement village as management bans EVsAffected residents have called the ban 'silly' and 'unreasonable', taking it to mediation.13 Nov 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Worst that I have ever seen’: Father fears street violence could turn deadlyResident wants to see stronger police responses to incidents after a street brawl.13 Nov 06:35 PM
New Zealand'Extremely worrying': Investigation begins after worker seriously injured at sawmillWorkSafe is probing how a worker was hurt cleaning a chain conveyor at Claymark Rotorua.13 Nov 06:35 PM
New ZealandTossed a suitcase: Trial begins over council bomb scareGordon John Dickson allegedly hurled an empty suitcase into council chambers.13 Nov 06:16 PM
New ZealandWeekend weather outlook with MetServiceMetService meteorologist John Law breaks down what to expect as changeable conditions roll across the country.Watch13 Nov 06:10 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand Michelin Guide’s launch in four cities disappoints regional restaurateursNot everyone is happy about the Michelin Guide's NZ launch, Danielle Zollickhofer reports. Video / Herald NOWWatch13 Nov 06:06 PM
New ZealandLotto Fever: What are the real odds of winning $55 Million?Statistician Richard Arnold crunches the numbers behind New Zealand’s record-breaking $55 million jackpot.Watch13 Nov 06:02 PM
New ZealandEnvironmentalist Sir Alan Mark warns NZ politics is failing natureAward winner fears increasing storms may become too costly for country to fix. 13 Nov 06:00 PM
Herald NOWJo Robertson and Mark Crysell on todays hot topicsPanel: Parenting specialist Jo Robertson and Broadcaster Mark Crysell discuss todays hot topics.Watch13 Nov 05:49 PM
New Zealand'McSkimming Fallout & Law and Order Clash: Watts and Russell Go Head-to-HeadNational’s Simon Watts and Labour’s Deborah Russell spar over the McSkimming scandal, prison escape fallout, and what the new regulatory standards bill really means.Watch13 Nov 05:45 PM
New Zealand'The lucky one': The story of NZ's only active WWII MustangThe plane lay unused in a Mapua shed for more than 50 years before its revival.13 Nov 05:36 PM
