PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Removing Treaty clause from school boards weakens real accountabilityOPINION: Erica Stanford says boards shouldn't interpret constitutional law.11 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSkaters are learning new tricks (and treats!) for HalloweenReporter Noah drops in on Happy Skate School’s Halloween session, where the crew show off new moves, skater tricks and team spirit in creepy costumes.Watch11 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Councillor Victoria Short’s powerful speechFrom being pregnant at 18 and surviving domestic violence to politics, new councillor delivers powerful speech.Watch11 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Coster doesn’t strike you as a bad person, yet a good man can do bad thingsOPINION: It took years to rebuild trust in police, and one case to destroy it.11 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandRecord number of first-home buyers purchase in September quarter as interest rates dipNew data shows first-home buyers made 27% of house purchases in the September quarter. 11 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Never Gonna Give You Up came from which Rick Astley album?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.11 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I want to stay in jail': Christchurch murderer explains why he doesn't want to be released Lewis Blackburn strangled his ex-partner, then put her body inside a wooden chest.11 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘I would be ashamed of myself’Judith Collins and Richard Chambers answer media questions after former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster was placed on leave following a damning report.Watch11 Nov 07:05 AM
New ZealandTongariro National Park fire: Investigation ongoingFire investigators are seeking dashcam footage from drivers who were on State Highway 47.Watch11 Nov 06:48 AM
New Zealand'Dearly missed': Masterton high school mourns student after tragic accident'Emma had the biggest heart we have ever known.'11 Nov 05:19 AM
PoliticsEx-Police Commissioner Coster on leave from new job after damning reportCoster goes on leave from his role as CEO of the Social Investment Agency.11 Nov 04:51 AM
New ZealandGovernment installs Inspector-General of Police after damning IPCA reportSteps under way to establish the 'strongest possible oversight' after scathing review.11 Nov 04:47 AM
New ZealandAustralian student expelled after playing in tennis tournament The school's headmaster has defended the decision to expel the 12-year-old. 11 Nov 04:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 'devastating impact' of police case against woman who complained about McSkimmingInstead of investigating anonymous sex allegations, the police arrested the young woman.11 Nov 04:08 AM
New ZealandWhat’s next for Gisborne’s Grey St experiment?89% of 1116 respondents said the trial failed to meet its goals.11 Nov 04:02 AM
New ZealandPolice bosses ignored sex complaints against top cop, charged woman for 'revenge' emails insteadSuppressions fall away to reveal the full story of the downfall of a deputy police boss.11 Nov 04:01 AM
New ZealandThunderstorm risk as wild weather set to drench upper North IslandHeavy rain watches are in place from Northland to Gisborne on Wednesday.11 Nov 04:00 AM
New Zealand'We make no apology': ERO hits back at Wesley College principal after hostel closureA violent clash involving more than 30 boarders sparked the move to shut the hostel.11 Nov 03:32 AM
New ZealandWatch: Police Minister and Police Commissioner on bombshell Jevon McSkimming reportPolice Minister Mark Mitchell and Police Commissioner Richard Chambers speak live from the Parliamentary theatrette.Watch11 Nov 03:14 AM
New ZealandScarfies dump couches, mattresses, rubbish in student quarter streets after final examsFive large bins took more than five tonnes of rubbish off Dunedin streets.11 Nov 03:00 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why our pasture needs more attentionOPINION: Past research gives some clues about what might be happening in the pasture.11 Nov 02:57 AM
New Zealand'For two months she did not believe she could escape': Woman exploited, raped by her bossParminder Singh has now been jailed for manipulating and violating two foreign workers.11 Nov 02:49 AM
PoliticsWatch: NZ First leader Winston Peters underlines his opposition to asset salesBut Winston Peters wouldn't say if this would be a bottom line for NZ First in the future. Video / Mark MitchellWatch11 Nov 02:28 AM
ChristchurchChristchurch school goes into lockdown after car crash, reports of offender with gunThe school went into lockdown before 3pm. 11 Nov 02:05 AM
CrimePolice justified in West Auckland shooting, IPCA findsIPCA said the officer’s use of force was reasonable and proportionate.11 Nov 02:00 AM
New Zealand'She's my best mate': Police dog's amazing recovery after horrific burnsHandler Constable Adam Johannsen stayed by Teo's side through every stage of her recovery.11 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: In which NZ region would you find the Kauri Museum?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.11 Nov 02:00 AM
New Zealand'More than a tragic accident': Man lied about mate's death after shooting him on hunting tripJudge: 'If you had been complying with the law, this would never have happened'.11 Nov 01:24 AM
New ZealandMore scans, faster care: $35.8m Hawke’s Bay Hospital upgrade opensMore than 10,000 additional MRI and CT scans will be delivered per year in Hawke's Bay.11 Nov 01:19 AM
New ZealandWatch: Rare white tūī delights neighbourhood - and makes a buddyThe bird has paired with a more common blue-green tūī nearby.11 Nov 12:49 AM
New ZealandReducing on-farm emissions on The CountryDamien O'Connor, Wayne McNee, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Hunter McGregor, and Joe Higgins. 11 Nov 12:42 AM
New ZealandLakeland Queen sails again with new licence on Lake RotoruaOwner Damon Hagaman says crews can now serve alcohol with meals on board.11 Nov 12:31 AM
PoliticsNicole McKee announces arms act reformsAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announces plans to repeal and replace the Arms Act. Video / Mark MitchellWatch11 Nov 12:23 AM
New ZealandViolent incident involving 30 senior students at NZ's oldest school prompted closure of hostels'The supervising staff and wider student body did not prevent the incident' - ERO11 Nov 12:21 AM
