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
PoliticsThe four drugs NZ drivers will soon be tested for 'Drug-impaired drivers are a menace on New Zealand roads'.11 Nov 12:06 AM
New Zealand'It's time to give it back': Te Pāti Māori MP links Tongariro blaze to call for land returnShe said the blaze was a sign the sacred lands should be returned to Māori.10 Nov 11:51 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Conditions favourable for fire crews, Labour firm on Māori seatsNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Wet weather helps as crews extinguish Tongariro National Park fire, and Chris Hipkins stays firm on Māori electorate seats.Watch10 Nov 11:49 PM
New ZealandHunter Mark Jefferson jailed for shooting mateMark Kelvin Jefferson was jailed for three years after shooting his mate during a night hunting trip in the Bay of Plenty.Watch10 Nov 11:02 PM
Politics'Take them out': Labour unconcerned if Te Pāti Māori destroyed at electionChris Hipkins couldn't say what value the party brought to Parliament.10 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandMt Eden prisoner on run for four days since slipping hospital escortThe remand prisoner escaped from staff during a hospital escort on Friday.10 Nov 10:57 PM
WellingtonCouncil in limbo as court orders vote recount over 11-vote lossThe council is unable to meet or swear in councillors until the recount is done.10 Nov 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNew gun laws revealed: Act fails to find coalition support for wider access to military-style semi-automaticsAct MP Nicole McKee fails to find coalition support for greater access for MSSAs.10 Nov 10:40 PM
New Zealand'Disappointing' number of drivers caught using phones on Hawke's Bay ExpresswayPolice: 14 cellphone infringements in one morning is 'disappointing' to see.10 Nov 10:19 PM
LiveNew ZealandLive: ‘It doesn't mean it's not still burning underground’ - Tongariro fire size remains unchangedPolice checkpoints are present 24/7 in multiple locations.10 Nov 10:18 PM
PoliticsLabour wants Māori seats, doesn't express concern if that destroys Te Pati MāoriChris Hipkins says Te Pati Māori isn't focused on the key issues. Video / Mark MitchellWatch10 Nov 09:58 PM
New ZealandFire crews make progress as rain helps contain Tongariro blazeAssistant commander Renee Potae says crews are working to secure the fire line. Video / Mike ScottWatch10 Nov 09:47 PM
New ZealandHow a native tree nectar study could help farmersUniversity of Waikato says study could benefit farmers, conservationists and beekeepers.10 Nov 09:36 PM
New ZealandPolice search for man with active arrest warrantHe may be in the Waikato or Bay of Plenty areas, police say.10 Nov 09:09 PM
New ZealandEcologist mourns loss after Tongariro blazeEcologist Nick Singers says the fire set reforestation back by a century.10 Nov 09:03 PM
New ZealandConsumer NZ's 'Yeah Nah' awards expose products that fail standards, are an 'absolute rip off'Items always on ‘sale’ and plasters that didn’t stick were among the anti-awards.10 Nov 08:50 PM
New ZealandA woman is in a critical condition after a shooting in ChristchurchA woman is in a critical condition after a shooting in Christchurch last night. Police remain on the scene this morning. Video \ Kurt BayerWatch10 Nov 08:47 PM
ChristchurchWoman critical after being shot in Christchurch, police hunt for gunman who fled in vehicleLocals were told to stay away after the incident which unfolded shortly before 9pm. 10 Nov 08:16 PM
