New ZealandHarraways to upgrade NZ's oldest and only millHarraways aims to meet the growing demand for the healthy and humble locally-grown oat.15 Dec 09:26 PM
New ZealandLismore Forest fire uncontained as weather hampers firefightingFive helicopters, heavy machinery and multiple crews are battling the blaze.15 Dec 09:25 PM
New ZealandInmate charged with manslaughter over elderly prisoner’s deathThe 28-year-old man is due to appear in the Auckland District Court today. 15 Dec 09:22 PM
New ZealandHow to spot smuggling at sea this summerCustoms officers intercepted more than 2.8 tonnes of illicit goods at sea in 2024/2025.15 Dec 09:00 PM
Herald NOWTravel to the US set to changeLorna Riley talks travel with Herald NOW: US travel changes, gifts for travel lovers, and cruise ship season is here.Watch15 Dec 08:45 PM
New ZealandMeat inspection plan under fire: Fears on costs, safety and market accessMeat inspectors gathered at Parliament on Monday to express their concerns.15 Dec 08:42 PM
New ZealandMajor building fire in Wiri, Auckland.Firefighters have contained a large blaze at a building facility on Roscommon Rd in Wiri this morning. Video / Supplied / NZ HeraldWatch15 Dec 08:42 PM
New Zealand‘Huge demand’: Half of $22k Fill The Bus food donations distributedThe can drive helped stock the shelves of the Salvation Army's choice-model supermarket.15 Dec 08:25 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationAuckland principal resigns one day before school ends after staff complaint letter Emma Tolmie had been on leave for the past two terms. 15 Dec 08:24 PM
New Zealand'It’s an interactive art piece': Man charged with stealing provocative flag'Good art will provoke thought. It provoked me to think that maybe I should pick this up.'15 Dec 08:24 PM
New ZealandHomelessness in Auckland more than doubles to 940 people in year to September - surveyAll 27 people one agency referred for emergency housing in a month were declined.15 Dec 07:57 PM
New Zealand'Does mānuka honey potentially come at a cost to our native insects and ecosystems?Landcare Reserch entomologist, Corrinne Watts joins Herald NOW to discuss concerning mānuka honey research. Video / Herald NowWatch15 Dec 07:52 PM
Herald NOWTech Talk with Noel Leeming: best gadgets to gift this ChristmasNoel Leeming's CEO Jason Bell shares the gadgets on wishlists this Christmas, and how you can win them.Watch15 Dec 07:51 PM
New ZealandDavid Seymour promises to reignite Treaty principles debate in 2026The earlier Treaty Principles Bill sparked the largest hīkoi ever to Parliament.15 Dec 07:43 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW panel: Chippy, the sexy Kiwi accent and humanoid robotsThe Herald NOW panel discuss the big issues of the day. Featuring Lara Greaves and Damien Light. Video / Herald NOWWatch15 Dec 07:42 PM
Herald NOWBreman puts banks on notice over lending rate, services sector slips, Paysauce expands to OzBusiness with 2degrees: RBNZ’s Anna Breman moves to nip wholesale rate rises in the bud, PSI dips to 46.9, $4m raise as Paysauce targets Australian micro-businesses.Watch15 Dec 07:30 PM
New ZealandThames-Coromandel moves to restricted fire seasonThe restricted season covers the entire Thames-Coromandel district.15 Dec 07:23 PM
AucklandMan dies nearly two weeks after pre-dawn crash on Auckland motorwayThe man succumbed to his injuries in hospital overnight.15 Dec 07:19 PM
Herald NOW'Fush and chups': Surprising new research on the evolution of the NZ accentLinguist Brooke Ross joins Herald NOW to discuss the evolution of the New Zealand accent.Watch15 Dec 07:19 PM
New ZealandDarts player Cameron Menzies cuts hand after punching table three timesThe Scotsman lost his temper following first-round defeat by debutant Charlie Manby in World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace. Video Sky SportWatch15 Dec 07:14 PM
Herald NOWHipkins on his biggest mistakes: we were trying to do too many thingsLabour Leader Chris Hipkins joins Herald NOW for his final weekly spot of 2025.Watch15 Dec 07:04 PM
New ZealandWaiinu Beach fire: Residents on standby to evacuate as crews battle blazeSmoke and ash are forcing people to stay inside with windows and vents shut.15 Dec 06:57 PM
Herald NOWNew Zealand Jewish Community "shocked but not surprised" by Bondi terror attackJuliet Moses tells Michael Morrah she's shocked and disgusted, but not completely surprised.Watch15 Dec 06:50 PM
Herald NOW'Bondi Terror Attack: 'Australia is rallying together'Channel 10 reporter Emma Olsen with the latest following the Bondi terror attack.Watch15 Dec 06:39 PM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday December 16, 2025Morning Headlines | Jewish council urges leaders to reflect, warning over alpine dangers and Rob Reiner’s son in custody | Tuesday December 16, 2025Watch15 Dec 06:27 PM
New ZealandHamilton sailor back for Christmas after 307 days at sea with HMNZS AotearoaAmra-Maree Simek has served on three Navy ships since joining in 2020.15 Dec 06:00 PM
Herald NOWMetService weather: 16 DecemberMetService weather: 16 December. Video / MetServiceWatch15 Dec 05:46 PM
New Zealand'Who has a spare $4000?' Seven streets must choose between chipseal and a big billAbout 435 Pāpāmoa households on asphalt streets invited to choose - with a tight deadline.15 Dec 05:05 PM
New ZealandFrom Cairns to Napier – a new coach for the HawksWill Lopez gets the nod as the Hawks recruit another coach from the Australian NBL.15 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionFaster, cheaper … but better? The devil in the resource management reform detailOPINION: More permissive zoning may speed building yet weaken local voices and iwi rights.15 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks to the Herald for ChristmasChristopher Luxon says he'll give his coalition partners a break from each other for Christmas. Video / Mark MitchellWatch15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move inDaytime highs will plunge, with some towns reaching only 16C on Wednesday.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: 'Regulatory relief' inclusion allows compo claims from councilsOPINION: Ratepayers face risk over RMA changes. 15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWife killer seeking parole says he 'will become a very law-abiding person'Nai Yin Xue strangled his wife, then abandoned their daughter at a train station.15 Dec 04:00 PM
