New ZealandPolice and Eagle helicopter deployed to Coromandel property after Christmas Day threatPerson taken into custody after reports of threatening behaviour.25 Dec 02:44 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: If you were looking at Iguazu Falls, which continent would you be on?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.25 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandWoman freezes as plane clips fence, spins towards homes and ploughs into houseA pilot and passenger were able to get out of the wreck themselves despite being injured.25 Dec 01:17 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Meet Charlie, Rotorua Airport's 'top dog in aviation'He gets paid in pats and peanut butter cookies. 25 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandLevin police chase on Christmas Eve ends with three arrestedDashcam footage shows the pursued vehicle racing through the back streets of Levin.Watch24 Dec 11:39 PM
New ZealandChristmas Eve double stabbing: Pair injured in Waikato town after late-night incidentPolice inquiries are ongoing after violence leaves two in hospital.24 Dec 11:31 PM
New ZealandSpike in Eastern beaches rescues as swimmers ignore flags and ripsEastern region lifeguards have already carried out 69 rescues since October 25.24 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandWhere Christmas Day rain, hail and thunder are most likely todayHeavy rain and strong wind watches are in force for several South Island ranges.24 Dec 10:51 PM
New Zealand'It just came for me': Holidaymaker fights off aggressive shark with paddleWhat appeared to be the same shark was later seen in shallow water near the shore.24 Dec 10:48 PM
New ZealandLow-cost fuel chains plan merger, promises to cut prices for motoristsThe company would run about 240 sites nationwide if cleared by the Commerce Commission. 24 Dec 09:55 PM
New ZealandLight aircraft crashes into house in PāuanuiThe owners of a house that has been damaged after a small place crashed into it this morning are safe, but disappointed. Video / SuppliedWatch24 Dec 09:36 PM
New Zealand'Fell off': Model Chrissy Teigen suffers major dental disaster in candy cane calamityThe mum-of-four had been trying to make Christmas magic when disaster struck.24 Dec 08:12 PM
New ZealandOne person is fighting for life, another seriously hurt in Christmas morning crashIt comes just hours after five were injured in a crash on State Highway 1 in Waipu.24 Dec 06:46 PM
New Zealand'Thought my new TV was a dud': Christmas Eve glitches hit free-to-air channels for second day A separate Canterbury transmission fault left some channels glitching for days.24 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandThe ‘Kiwi institution’ this travel writer reckons every NZer should do'You just take an interest in everything without being fixed on getting somewhere.'24 Dec 05:14 PM
New ZealandFrom pierogi to pavlova: How one family mixes Polish and Kiwi Christmas traditionsChristmas Eve is for dumplings and soup, Christmas Day for cricket and beach swims.24 Dec 05:01 PM
New Zealand'We'll make room': A place to gather when Christmas Day feels quietHundreds choose community company at annual Christmas lunch. 24 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'You feel pretty badass': Inside the motorbike group for 155 Hawke’s Bay women'My life two years ago was completely different. I never ever expected it.'24 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWomen on two wheels: Inside the Hawke’s Bay 155-member lady riders’ groupThe group organises rides, workshops, and training to support local female motorcyclists.Watch24 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North rain turns to showers across Northland for Christmas DayMetService says Far North rain in the morning will clear to localised showers today.24 Dec 04:08 PM
New ZealandAward-winning couple juggle family and farmingThis look into farming life with the Langfords was one of the most popular reads of 2025.24 Dec 04:01 PM
New ZealandWool booms to war letters: Rural Christmas tales from the pastKerikeri mum’s best gift in 1941: a card from POW son in Germany, once thought missing.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas in hospital: The charity softening the loneliest day for parents of sick childrenChristchurch charity One Mother to Another will support parents in 21 hospital wards.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas miracle: Missing SPCA black cat Boris turns up 10 months after break-inAfter a vet check, Boris will be adopted by the woman whose house he chose.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: How many whiskers does a domestic cat typically have on its muzzle?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandYear in Review: When Jack Fagan won the world's richest speed shearShearer Jack Fagan's triumph in February 2025 was a well-read story on The Country.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: New Zealand's deadliest Christmas disaster!Reporter Ethan uncovers the shocking true story of what happened the night before Christmas, when a volcano, a mudslide, and a devastating train wreck collided.Watch24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFive people hospitalised after serious crash blocks SH1 in WaipuOne person is in a serious condition and there are delays in the area.24 Dec 08:06 AM
New ZealandChristmas Eve Lotto draw: $4m Powerball jackpot on the line tonightYou could be the big winner just hours before Christmas Day.24 Dec 07:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: Chlöe Swarbrick joins forces with Wayne Brown for 'stupid season' Christmas videoAuckland Mayor decries lack of common sense and signs off with a cheeky jab at Wellington.24 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandFacial recognition report shows teens are worst threat to Sth Island supermarketsSix of Foodstuffs South Island's 10 worst offenders are under 18.24 Dec 05:21 AM
New ZealandHealthcare upgrade: $75m Anglesea expansion aims to transform surgery in WaikatoThe $75m project will add four theatres and 24 orthopaedic beds by 2027.24 Dec 05:00 AM
AucklandUrgent warning after multiple hospitalisations linked to synthetic drugs in AucklandAlert says people may collapse, foam at the mouth, or experience temporary paralysis.24 Dec 04:52 AM
New Zealand'Cost my brother’s life': All Black shares drowning story in water safety plea'I know what it feels like to lose a loved one,' Tupou Vaa'i says.24 Dec 04:15 AM
