PremiumPremiumPoliticsLiquified natural gas levy 'likely be passed on to' consumers, officials warned Official advice to the Government has been revealed on the controversial levy.10 Feb 11:03 PM
Wellington'What is the point?': Pet bonds leave renters paying more while carrying riskMore than 1700 pet bonds have already been lodged through Tenancy Services since December.10 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Drone footage captures widespread slips on MauaoA 30m maritime exclusion zone and permanent fencing now ring the maunga.10 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandSenior Navy officer found not guilty of encouraging junior to kiss herThe charge carried a maximum penalty of up to two years in prison.10 Feb 10:58 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026Watch10 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandMan in critical condition after 10m fall from University of Otago buildingThe incident happened in Dunedin just after midnight. 10 Feb 10:51 PM
New ZealandNeighbours bang on doors as fire engulfs roof of Auckland home, police investigating A scene guard remains at the Vino Cina Heights property as detectives probe the blaze.10 Feb 10:49 PM
Politics'National can get home with Luxon': Sir John Key shares blueprint for PM to win tight electionThe former PM urges National MPs to stick with Luxon and avoid a late leadership swap.10 Feb 10:47 PM
New ZealandHigh-profile former mayor takes key role in Tauranga’s council governanceThe committee oversees council finances, governance and key risk controls.10 Feb 10:26 PM
New ZealandSouthern Motorway to shut for 14 hours as bridge demolished for upgradeThe bridge rebuild is part of a wider SH1 upgrade due to finish in 2030.10 Feb 10:24 PM
New Zealand'It's going to rock the town': Mayor says fatal school bus crash has devastated the communityA ‘traumatic incident team’ is working with the kura whose students were on the bus.10 Feb 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMalachi's murder: Inside the custody battle that left him with killer caregiverA relative made "persistent and valiant efforts" to try and make sure Malachi was safe. 10 Feb 09:55 PM
New ZealandRetail crime group scrapped: Chairman Sunny Kaushal reveals his reaction | Herald NOWSunny Kaushal reveals his thoughts on the retail crime group scrapping. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 Feb 09:52 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating suspicious house fire in RānuiNeighbours reported hearing a loud bang and someone running before the roof of the home erupted in flames. Video / Supplied, Cameron PitneyWatch10 Feb 09:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSchism: Rebel RSA clubs thwarted as High Court backs RSA leaders in bitter feudIt was the gnarliest, ugliest battle seen for years in the RSA movement.10 Feb 09:47 PM
New ZealandMount Maunganui businesses struggling to return to normal after deadly landslide | Herald NOWCopenhagen Cones has cut its opening hours due to a sharp drop in trade / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 Feb 09:37 PM
New ZealandCentral Hawke’s Bay to host kapa haka festival for the first time in 16 yearsUp to 10,000 people are expected to watch the Te Kahu o Te Amorangi Kapa Haka Regionals. 10 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandShiitake mushrooms: Fermentation fuels fungi gold rushThe new fermentation method delivers high-value shiitake extracts in weeks.10 Feb 09:02 PM
New ZealandDrone footage shows the extent of the damage on Mauao earlier this month.Drone footage shows the extent of the damage on Mauao earlier this month. Video / Tauranga City CouncilWatch10 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandUnemployment hits 10-year high: How to get the attention of employers | Herald NOWMy Career Brand founder Craig McAlpine reveals job market tips. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 Feb 08:44 PM
New ZealandHow one scientist changed kiwifruit and avocado growing for goodDr David Steven created the KiwiGreen system that transformed kiwifruit spraying.10 Feb 08:32 PM
New ZealandLive animal export industry waits on Govt decisionLivestock Exports NZ said uncertainty was "not helpful for farmers in terms of planning".10 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandCable car vision for Queenstown moves step closer with early fast-track releaseThe cable car would link the town centre, airport, Frankton and Ladies Mile.10 Feb 08:28 PM
New Zealand'Monstrous': Judge jails child sex offender for 18 yearsBarry Ramsay, 68, abused a boy and girl under 12 over a nearly three-year period.10 Feb 08:24 PM
New ZealandTackling corruption in NZ: Transparency International NZ's Julie Haggie | Herald NOWNZ's Corruption Perceptions Index score dropped two points in 2025, falling for the fourth consecutive year. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 Feb 08:11 PM
New ZealandArmed person seen tampering with Nancy Guthrie's front door cameraThe mother of the NBC News 'Today' co-host Savannah Guthrie vanished from her Arizona home and has been missing for 10 days. Video \ FBI Director Kash PatelWatch10 Feb 08:01 PM
New ZealandWatch: Six cars drive down Auckland bike lane to 'skip traffic'The vehicles were filmed in the bike lane on Waitangi Day.10 Feb 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Muppets': Witness stunned as late-night motorists drive down bike lanesThe witness filmed at least six vehicles driving several metres along bike lanes in downtown Auckland in bid to "skip traffic".Watch10 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Island news wrap: Police fear foul play for missing Christchurch woman | Herald NOWThe latest South Island news with Newstalk ZB's Claire Sherwood. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 Feb 07:53 PM
New ZealandWairoa forestry block hit by 570% rates rise sparks call for cap1100-hectare block near Wairoa's annual rates skyrocketed from $30,000 a year to $200,000.10 Feb 07:52 PM
New ZealandWho might build the $1b-plus LNG terminal? Plus dairy exports & SFO public sector fraud pilotBusiness with Forsyth Barr: Two bidders thought to be prospects for NZ's LNG terminal build, GDT Pulse lifts dairy prices, 446 cases of alleged or potential public sector fraud.Watch10 Feb 07:36 PM
New Zealand'It's been very successful': Paul Goldsmith on disbanding the Retail Crime Advisory GroupMinister of Justice says the group was effective in reducing retail crime throughout New Zealand.Watch10 Feb 07:28 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of February 9 - 15Rod Emmerson's take on the week.10 Feb 07:08 PM
New Zealand'Money for Sunny': Marama Davidson slams the efficacy of the retail crime advisory groupDavidson and Seymour debate retail crime; new LNG terminal; poll results / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 Feb 07:05 PM
