New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 14, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 14, 2026. SailGP arrives in Auckland as the terrorist mosque shooter's appeal hearing comes to an end. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Feb 06:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThis country pub just had its best week ever. Why owners are selling up after 20 yearsWell-known publicans Mary and Chris Danielson have decided to call time after 20 years.13 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPumpkins, not roses: A Hawke’s Bay couple’s non-traditional love story Aged 81 and 88, Norma and Jim's love story has grown quietly across their lifetime.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandSon's neglect leads to mum's death He was paid as her fulltime carer but never sought help when her condition deteriorated.13 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Painful recovery': Mount businesses call for urgent financial helpTwo owners call for more council and government support.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoroner continues to probe cyclone's night of deadly chaosJoseph Ahuriri, who disappeared during the cyclone, was added to the coroner's list.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandThree long marriages, one big question: What really makes love last?Their stories span sneaky pub visits, cruise ship courtships and shared grief.13 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Nothing ‘soft’ about Ron Brierley’s sickening crimesOPINION: A reader supports the idea of ditching NZ's commitment to the Paris climate deal.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandZespri backs new Red80 kiwifruit to lift RubyRed salesZespri plans 100ha of Red80 licences for growers in 2026.13 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Act prepares for state of the nation, but what’s the state of Act? OPINION: David Seymour will deliver his first major speech of the year this weekend.13 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Four lessons NZ should take from another summer of weather disastersOPINION: New Zealand faces extreme weather, quakes, slips and tsunamis on a rising scale. 13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandEye surgeon who tried to kill landlord allowed back in Canterbury under strict watchThe Parole Board now allows Ian Dallison to live at his new Canterbury home.13 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'High and very-high risk': The Auckland suburbs most vulnerable to landslidesRisk is 'locked-in' where homes were built before landslide risk was recognised - expert.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: How many sides does a hectogon have?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.13 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Deeply shocking': Minister orders KC probe into child safety failings at Teaching CouncilErica Stanford says damning probe into troubled agency hit her 'like a tonne of bricks'.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandVehicles driving through floodwaters in Oruanui, Taupō DistrictSevere surface flooding has struck the area. Video / Imi BloomWatch13 Feb 07:45 AM
New ZealandState highways flooded as heavy rain drenches North IslandFlooding and slips are closing state highways.13 Feb 07:21 AM
AucklandCostco evacuated after kitchen fireFire crews were called about 5pm after alarms and a 111 call.13 Feb 06:29 AM
New ZealandBirthday nightmare as Cobb & Co experience turns sour after booking disputeStaff allegedly told the group of diners to 'get out of here in 30 minutes'.13 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandMetService weekend severe weather: Friday, February 13, 2026MetService weekend severe weather: Friday, February 13, 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch13 Feb 05:59 AM
CrimeMosque gunman's case seeking leave to appeal his convictions wraps upThe Court of Appeal in Wellington has heard evidence this week on why the gunman should be allowed leave to appeal his convictions for the mass shootings in 2019.Watch13 Feb 05:34 AM
New Zealand'Should have known the risks': Winning horse and trainer test positive for meth Ival Brownlee claimed he hadn't used since 2012 - but hair tests proved otherwise.13 Feb 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Golden visa’ update announced by Immigration MinisterNew settings cut the minimum investment from $15m to $5m for growth visas.13 Feb 04:50 AM
New Zealand'They have never done it': Top doctor fears no action on child abuse after Malachi Subecz's deathPaediatrician Patrick Kelly says past governments have never delivered on training.13 Feb 04:41 AM
AucklandPolice swarm central Akl suburb after social tip-off of planned student meleeThe response follows mass teenage brawls in Manukau last year.13 Feb 04:28 AM
New ZealandAuckland Nabokov scholar says it's 'appalling' to find his name in Epstein filesBrian Boyd met Jeffrey Epstein in 2012 after a Harvard lecture he gave.13 Feb 04:17 AM
SailGPThunderstorm threat forces time change for SailGP Auckland Sunday session Racing will begin earlier in the day on Sunday, while Saturday's action remains unchanged.13 Feb 04:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSafety fears and $100-a-week bills: Why Health NZ parked its hospital fees planLeaked documents show staff warned 'market rate' fees would punish workers.13 Feb 04:00 AM
Wellington'Passing the buck': Bus drivers union says complaints of abuse not properly addressedIn once incident an aggressive motorist tried to force her way onto the bus.13 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandHigh wind, high stakes: Black Foils back on home water after Perth crashBlack Foils start in Auckland under pressure after a costly collision and penalty.13 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Seems unconscionable’: Coroner scathing of NZDF delays after elite soldier's training deathThe inquest heard NZDF has still not finished a key safety training manual.13 Feb 03:57 AM
New ZealandHigh wind, high stakes: Black Foils back on home water after Perth crashNZ Herald sports reporter Christopher Reive joins The Front Page to break down all you need to know about SailGP.Watch13 Feb 03:55 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDocuments revealed: Inside Te Pāti Māori’s vote to expel two MPsConcerns were raised about the "perception of a conflict of interest". 13 Feb 03:20 AM
New ZealandWhakatāne urupa dispute: Trustees have their say in courtThe court must now decide whether to overturn or rethink the dig approval.13 Feb 03:00 AM
