New ZealandKea Kids News: Oamaru’s youngest train conductor hits the railsReporter Aylah interviews Charlie, an Oamaru kid who is getting off the screens and into the trainyard, helping drive and maintain historic vintage steam trains.Watch13 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandInside the new councillors' to-do lists: What each wants done in Auckland this termProblems with roaming dogs are a high priority for two councillors.13 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeather du Plessis-Allan takes over Paula's podcastFor the 100th episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula's the one in the hot seat.Watch13 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'WILL BE SOLD': Luxury waterfront home relisted at discount after two years on and off marketThe 'masterpiece' home is likely to have some views partially blocked by a mansion. 13 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWindows 10 support ends today, leaving thousands of NZ users exposedThe Front Page: Support cuts mean no more updates or security fixes from today.13 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Chris Hipkins should take his own advice about fronting upOPINION: There is some irony in the Labour leader's words.13 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Approximately how many species of grasshoppers exist worldwide?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.13 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMicrosoft pulls the plug on Windows 10Consumer NZ product test writer Nick Gelling is with us to take us through what happens to your old devices.Watch13 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentIsey Cross, beloved James and Isey film star, passes away at 106Tributes are flowing for the centenarian film star who stole Aotearoa’s heart.13 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Some difficult news': Onehunga Christmas parade called offLocals have shared sadness online, calling it a loss for Onehunga’s children.13 Oct 07:50 AM
WellingtonBeast of the ballot: This mayor got seven times more votes than his closest rivalThe Herald has analysed the most resounding wins and the closest calls.13 Oct 06:00 AM
PoliticsApproval ratings for Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins drop in new political pollNew lows for leaders of the country's biggest political parties.13 Oct 05:17 AM
New ZealandPartygoer was being 'a bit of a smart guy' before being shot dead in the streetDavid Bridgwater, 38, was found on the ground beside his still‑running car in Aranui.13 Oct 05:10 AM
New ZealandHunt unseats Stolwerk as voters back change in Northland council shake-upPeter-Lucas Jones, Tui Shortland and Rick Stolwerk have been ousted from their roles.13 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandMore measles cases confirmed in Northland as total rises to 12Both new Northland cases were already in quarantine while infectious.13 Oct 04:41 AM
New ZealandWhakatāne voters want 'something different': Mayor-elect Nándor TánczosThe former Green MP says voters made a clear choice on council spending and nice-to-haves.13 Oct 04:35 AM
New Zealand'Loudest bang': Electric bus smoking after crashing into West Auckland train stationPictures show the moment an Auckland Transport bus crashed into a station. 13 Oct 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Crushing result’: Serial con artist appeals lengthy jail termCon artist now says he has multiple serious mental health issues.13 Oct 04:17 AM
PoliticsSilly Hat Party, vampire and clown contenders lose out in local electionsDespite their eccentric personas, these hopefuls had limited success this weekend.13 Oct 04:00 AM
WellingtonAndrew Little says Wellington Council has launched review of controversial $116m projectLittle has already got to work and traversed the 'big issues' with Wellington Council CEO.13 Oct 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Ignoring debt will only make things worse': IRD threatens overdue taxpayersThe IRD says it has already stepped up enforcement of payments this year. 13 Oct 03:58 AM
KahuPermission denied: Brian Tamaki forced to change Labour weekend protest plansTamaki claimed he postponed the bridge protest – but permission was actually denied.13 Oct 03:58 AM
New ZealandMetService Weather Update: October 13-14MetService Weather Update: October 13-14. Video / MetServiceWatch13 Oct 03:58 AM
AucklandDesperate search for missing 16-year-old from AucklandPolice and family say they hold serious concerns for her welfare.13 Oct 03:52 AM
New Zealand'A really nice vibe': Hundreds compete in Hawke’s Bay women’s triathlonIt was the event’s first time hosted at the sports park.13 Oct 03:45 AM
New Zealand'Fabulous young man': Waikato community mourns 14yo's motocross death'He had an incredible heart, infectious smile and was full of love and life.'13 Oct 03:40 AM
New ZealandDeadly flooding worsened by probable blockage at river mouth during Cyclone GabrielleWater flows exceeded flood of 1938, and doubled that of 2018.13 Oct 03:33 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the speed of light?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.13 Oct 02:57 AM
Politics‘Significant boost’: Education Minister Stanford hails jump in structured literacy resultsThe Government puts focus on fresh educational results.13 Oct 02:50 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Marathon coffee making shift raises nearly $20k for dad fighting cancerWith the support of a city, and 11 cups of coffee, Chris Jarvis pushed through the night.13 Oct 02:45 AM
New ZealandCrash blocks SH2 north of Napier, drivers urged to avoid areaTraffic is being diverted while the northbound lane remains closed.13 Oct 02:37 AM
New ZealandStarbucks, Burger King get go-ahead for tiny Waikato town – but there's a catchThe approval comes despite overwhelming opposition from submitters.13 Oct 02:09 AM
New ZealandCold seas, doomed boat: Fishing trip ends in fatal capsizeAfter swimming for some time, two fishermen reached the shore but the third did not. 13 Oct 02:00 AM
PoliticsHow tiny margins flipped councils – and ended big-city dynastiesJonathan Larsen looks set to edge Snow Tane by just five votes in Kaipara.13 Oct 01:48 AM
