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Waipukurau goes to the dogs – and sheep and horses – as CHB show delights

The two-day Central Hawke's Bay A&P Show ended in sweltering conditions.

NZ Herald Live: Te Pāti Māori co-leaders speak to media

Te Pāti Māori co-leaders speak to the media

The director general of the BBC resigns over documentary edit

The director general of the BBC has resigned after a row over the editing of a documentary about US President Donald Trump. Video \ Panorama

How a rural bootcamp is boosting mental health

'Once you start chewing the fat after the workout, people start talking about anything.'

Watch: Herald NOW with host Ryan Bridge

You can watch Herald NOW 7am – 9am weekdays on the NZ Herald homepage. 

'Change the game': Why these childhood mates bought a motel

At 27, their industry experience is 'next to none', but they say they have lots to offer.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Tongariro National Park blaze and Government's meth plan

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Battle to contain Tongariro National Park blaze and Government's new meth action plan. Video / NZ Herald, Getty Images

Farmers call for urgent action on spreading Wilding Pines

High country farmer, Simon Cameron says invasive trees are threatening farmland and native ecosystems.

What’s at stake as COP30 begins on the edge of the Amazon rainforest

António Guterres urged leaders to make Belém a turning point for climate action.

'Defending our tikanga': One of NZ's richest iwi back in court over Akl marina customary rights

The High Court appeal begins today, with two days set aside for hearings.

Auckland mosque worker charged with sexually abusing teens outside masjid, at youth camp

He is accused of committing abuse while at a youth camp and outside the mosque building.

How a post-quake wellbeing idea became a nationwide school lifeline

Mana Ake support is now helping children manage mental health in 629 schools.

Morning quiz: What is the name of the carpenter who creates Pinocchio?

Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.

Letters: Social media abuse has increased since the global pandemic

OPINION: The All Blacks kept their Grand Slam hopes alive, just.

Kea Kids News: All aboard the Pacifica! The terrifying new pirate ship at Rainbow’s End

Reporter Jubilee is at the grand opening of the Pacifica, the thrilling new ride at Rainbow’s End! But are the kids brave enough to board?

Luxon ‘would not take no for an answer’ in gifting child’s bike to police

The PM's donation was one of 165 gifts given to police in the last year.