New ZealandThunderstorm watch: Downpours and hail possible for Auckland, NorthlandMetService warns risk of flash flooding in low-lying areas. 07 Nov 10:59 PM
CrimeWatch: Fireworks shot into busy Auckland lawnmower shopTwo people needed ambulance treatment after the incident. Video / SuppliedWatch07 Nov 10:53 PM
New ZealandEmergency at Kohimarama beach after man pulled from waterSunbathers formed a privacy screen around the scene using beach towels and sarongs as emergency responders work to revive a patient. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Nov 10:48 PM
New Zealand'Boot-loads of spare tyres': Police break up car meet, issue dozens of finesOfficers blocked a convoy of 50 cars heading from Lower Hutt towards Paremata.07 Nov 10:33 PM
New ZealandFather thought he'd found a loophole to avoid paying son's school fees, now he's got a $6500 billThe school chased payment for the fees through the Disputes Tribunal - and won.07 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMystery man: The curious case of the city councillor who came in from the coldBenedict Ong says two strangers he met on the street nominated him.07 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Airport fog restrictions lifted after 23 flights cancelled An Air New Zealand flight from New York was also delayed because of the conditions.07 Nov 08:57 PM
New ZealandEmployer of exec who admitted underage sex charge says it didn't ask for suppressionThe man is due to be sentenced on his offending next year.07 Nov 08:46 PM
New Zealand'The best I’ve ever experienced': Ocean glows blue at Stanmore BayLocals said the neon-blue plankton lit up the bay from end to end.07 Nov 08:39 PM
New ZealandOtago med students return after unrest in TanzaniaThe students were evacuated within three days as violence escalated in Dar es Salaam.07 Nov 08:21 PM
New ZealandAre New Zealanders planning for retirement?We ask people in Auckland's CBD how, and if, they're preparing for retirement. Video \ Sylvie WhinrayWatch07 Nov 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Teachers are leaving': Why maths curriculum changes have triggered an outcryCritics fear second reset won't improve learning but may demoralise students and teachers.07 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandIncredible Stanmore Bay bioluminescenceMatthew Davison captured the "most incredible bioluminescence display I've ever witnessed" at Stanmore Bay on November 7. Video / SuppliedWatch07 Nov 07:48 PM
Formula 1'Messed up the timing': Lawson out early in Sao Paulo sprint qualifying Lawson was the 11th-fastest in practice, but got things wrong in qualifying for the sprint07 Nov 07:45 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Lee Tamahori passes away, Selwyn Highland Games goes ahead todayNZ Herald Morning News Update | Lee Tamahori passes away, Selwyn Highland Games goes ahead today for the 14th year. Health union workers continue to organise strikes.Watch07 Nov 07:04 PM
New Zealand'I heard my boys scream': Family's escape from Island Bay fire that claimed 'dream home'Schamet Horsfield is asking locals to keep an eye out for her cat, missing in the blaze.07 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandSerious house fire in Hamilton, 'persons reported' insideOne flat in a block of three was fully engulfed before being contained.07 Nov 06:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHospital ward built in Auckland to be trucked to Hawke’s BayThe new 28-bed ward will be built offsite and then craned into place in Hastings.07 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIconic venue to be upgraded during rare long gap between concertsEvents director Garry Craft said he 'wouldn’t put any money' on a concert this summer.07 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Prowler' and isolation: Pensioners fearful over empty council unitsResidents are growing uneasy as dozens of homes lie empty.07 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLuxury Tauranga apartments back on the market after six-month delayThey were pulled from sale in May due to 'challenging market' conditions.07 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow this Southland couple farm with the future in mindGrant and Bernadette Weller prove sustainability and profit can go hand in hand.07 Nov 04:01 PM
New Zealand‘More shopping savvy’: Northlanders rethink how they feed their familiesFamilies are driving six hours to Auckland to buy cheaper butter in bulk.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘That’s your job, mate’: Mayor Brown welcomes possible move by PM to ban homeless from CBD Brown says the council has done all it can to remove rough sleepers from the city centre.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm really chuffed': Guinness World Record set in WhanganuiMorris began collecting extensively eight years ago and now has over 1800 Catan items.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSunshine for most, but rain set to linger over Auckland this weekendAuckland faces a muggy weekend with showers and a risk of thunderstorms.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWool revival adds extra buzz to Canterbury’s biggest A&P eventA new Wool Zone marquee will feature fashion shows and interactive exhibits. 07 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Threats against local body politicians disgusting OPINION: Everyone has a part to play in stamping out this behaviour.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: How many legs does a lobster have? Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I believe you': Mum and daughter confront their sexual abuse trauma together'I had a mother who didn’t support me and believe me. I’m not going to be that mother.'07 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Prepare for a choose your poison electionOPINION: Both major parties seem destined to run on an unpopular policy. 07 Nov 04:00 PM
WellingtonWoman arrested after Wellington daylight shooting at social housing blockPolice say the 34-year-old was arrested in Palmerston North today.07 Nov 07:14 AM
New Zealand$30 a kg: High cost of beef mince shocks supermarket shoppersStats NZ figures showed food prices increased by 4.1% in the year to September.07 Nov 07:00 AM
New ZealandLee Tamahori dies aged 75The director of Once Were Warriors, which became a landmark New Zealand film, was celebrated for championing Māori talent on screen.Watch07 Nov 06:29 AM
