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
Ryan Bridge TODAYGovt will "seriously consider" assisting to secure the Strait of Hormuz | Ryan Bridge TODAYForeign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says support will be provided "in a safety way". Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch22 Mar 06:25 PM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon live in studio with Mike HoskingPrime Minister Christopher Luxon live in studio with Mike Hosking. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch22 Mar 06:16 PM
New ZealandInside the growing trend of therapy dogs in the classroomGolden retriever Goose now works weekly in a shared counselling space.22 Mar 06:14 PM
PremiumPremiumSportMaadi Regatta power rankings: Who are the favourites for 2026?The annual pinnacle of the NZ secondary schools’ rowing calendar starts today.22 Mar 06:10 PM
New ZealandMetService morning weather update: March 23MetService morning weather update: March 23.Watch22 Mar 06:09 PM
New ZealandSerious two-truck crash near Levin closes state highway after horror weekendEmergency services were called to the serious crash around 2.30am.22 Mar 05:20 PM
LiveNew ZealandUS says it may have to escalate its attacks against IranThe US President has spent the weekend making contradictory statements. 22 Mar 05:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris Abercrombie: New school qualifications system must be launched as whole package OPINION: The PPTA wants firm plans for vocational study and Year 11 leavers.22 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Speed cameras not the answer, cricket on free-to-air TV will grow the gameOPINION: Is now maybe the time to buy that EV, asks one Herald reader.22 Mar 04:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFresh details emerge about fatal Muriwai skydive, cause of death confirmedThe Auckland skydiving firm has agreed to pay the victim's family $100,000 in reparation.22 Mar 04:05 PM
New ZealandFive generations drive organic dairy innovation at CleavedaleThe organic Jersey herd now milks 460 cows, with milk sold across the North Island.22 Mar 04:03 PM
New Zealand'Dangerous': Psychiatrists excluded from decisions on who shares jail cells - reportMental health workers had 'no input' before two mentally ill prisoners were put together.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: How many moons does Mercury have?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.22 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsGreen Party suggests axing infrastructure projects for temporary free public transport and relief paymentsThe Greens asked Christopher Luxon make public transport free.22 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMPs find ‘difficult to assess’ what Ethnic Communities Ministry achievingAn Act MP says the ministry is "expensive tokenism".22 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: When do sex offenders’ rights trump a child’s right to feel safe?OPINION: Two days after his sentence ended, James Skelton returned to Hahei unhindered.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFashion retailer fighting to keep prices sharp, amidst economic uncertaintyGlassons is seeing the strongest sales in places like Christchurch and Queenstown.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFears Modern Slavery Act will be ineffectual with a drop in labour inspectorsThe number of inspectors has fallen more than 10% since 2023. 22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandIs owning a home overrated?Luke Kemeys from Keep the Change podcast and Next Advisory talks with Nadine Higgins on The Prosperity Project about how we need to reframe the way we look at renting.Watch22 Mar 03:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Why markets tend to do fine no matter who wins in NovemberShares have risen under every government since 1975, despite political shifts.22 Mar 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAdam PearseAdam Pearse: Peters' newest candidate makes stuttering start but could solve NZ First's dilemmaOPINION: The former minister might have been the victim of a last-minute plan change.22 Mar 06:52 AM