New ZealandCouncil admits blunder over citizens’ assembly secrecyMembers were not told they would be thrust into the public spotlight.04 Nov 10:45 PM
New ZealandOwner reveals cause of destructive blaze at Rotorua's Mitai Māori VillageCrews battled the blaze for hours as bush behind the stage also caught fire.04 Nov 10:21 PM
ChristchurchSmoked meat, pies and Korean fried chicken: New Christchurch stadium's food outlets revealedSmokey T's, Fush and Bacon Brothers are among the local names confirmed.04 Nov 09:50 PM
PoliticsGovt invests $61m for mental health crisis response after damning reports on ‘fragmented’, slow serviceFunding will boost crisis assessment staff numbers. 04 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua road closure to disrupt key route for more than a monthCrews will work Monday to Saturday, around the clock, to speed up repairs.04 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandHeartbroken horse owners back fireworks ban, urge Guy Fawkes cautionA select committee will consider three petitions calling to ban public fireworks sales.04 Nov 08:35 PM
New Zealand$3 per km to fly: Are New Zealanders getting value from domestic air travel?Some short regional hops now cost more than $3 a kilometre when booked late.04 Nov 08:21 PM
New ZealandTackling nitrogen's 'gnarly' problems on-farm'A brilliant example of Kiwi ingenuity to tackle a common challenge on-farm.'04 Nov 08:16 PM
PremiumPremiumSportWhy promising young rugby players are choosing league over the sport they grew up playingOne top sports agent says rugby league offers clearer pathways and far better pay.04 Nov 08:14 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of November 3 - 9Rod Emmerson's take on the week.04 Nov 08:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRich-list family tensions resurface in Lakeland Queen liquor hearingEstranged stepmother seeks to clarify stepson's claims about hotel experience.04 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandWorkSafe details cause of worker’s death at Hastings juice factoryA death at the same factory in 2017 involved a bottle-filling machine.04 Nov 07:58 PM
EntertainmentWhat’s hot this week: Movies, music and must-see momentsEntertainment reporter, Beth Haverland breaks down the biggest pop culture and entertainment stories. Video / Herald NowWatch04 Nov 07:57 PM
Herald NOWVenus Williams to star at ASB ClassicNicolas Lamperin reveals how organisers secured one of tennis’s biggest names.Watch04 Nov 07:40 PM
New ZealandGDT: Dairy prices fall for sixth straight auctionThe latest drop follows a 1.4% dip two weeks ago.04 Nov 07:39 PM
CrimeCoromandel man convicted of serious sexual offending against childrenHis crimes involved two children aged under 12 in the Bay of Plenty over three years.04 Nov 07:35 PM
Herald NOWInside the mind of a killer: Understanding the mushroom case appealCriminal psychologist Tim Watson-Monroe on what drives people to fight convictions. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Nov 07:33 PM
Herald NOWAll Blacks eye redemption on Northern tourHerald rugby reporter Liam Napier joins us from Edinburgh ahead of the weekend clash. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Nov 07:14 PM
Herald NOWKiwi Aid in a war zone: Rebuilding homes in UkraineReliefAid’s Mike Seawright reports from Kharkiv on the latest humanitarian work. Video / Herald NOWWatch04 Nov 07:13 PM
New ZealandMilitary museum owner open to changing controversial Nazi displayOwner Don Pelvin says he is open to adding details about Nazi war crimes.04 Nov 07:07 PM
Herald NOW'Bird of the Year’ strikes back: Why Kārearea swoop on walkersConservation experts respond after NZ’s favourite falcon turns fierce in Wellington.Watch04 Nov 06:59 PM
Herald NOWChris Bishop on Eden Park reforms, up to 30 concerts per yearRMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop spoke to Mike Hosking about possibly expanding the capabilities of Eden park, including holding up to 30 concerts per year. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Nov 06:54 PM
BusinessMilk prices fall again, EPA boss fast-track exit, Fletcher Building sitting on too many housesCould GDT results put downward pressure on Fonterra payout? Fast-track changes include EPA boss Alan Freeth. Fletcher Residential overfull inventory.Watch04 Nov 06:46 PM
Herald NOWRegional Roundup: The South Island headlines you need to knowNewstalk ZB’s Claire Sherwood shares the big local stories making waves. Video / Herald NOWWatch04 Nov 06:40 PM
Herald NOWUnemployment edges Up: What the numbers really meanShamubeel Eaqub explains the trends behind today’s labour force survey.Watch04 Nov 06:33 PM
Herald NOWGreen and ACT leaders face off on Herald NOWGreen and ACT leaders debate the big issues shaping the week in Parliament. Video / Herald NOWWatch04 Nov 06:24 PM
SportDaily Sports Update: November 5 2025Daily Sports Update: November 5 2025. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Nov 06:20 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Te Pāti Māori fight amongst themselves, national unemployment peaksNZ Herald Morning News Update | Te Pāti Māori fight amongst themselves, national unemployment peaks. Former Us President Dick Cheney passes away aged 84. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Nov 06:09 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather Warning: November 5 2025MetService Daily Weather Warning: November 5 2025. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Nov 06:09 PM
Herald NOWReaction: Government to remove requirement for boards to give effect to Te Tiriti o WaitangiNZEI’s Ripeka Lessels on why understanding Te Tiriti should be at the heart of every classroom.Watch04 Nov 06:08 PM
New Zealand'Get up and have another go': Owner grateful no one hurt in Mitai Village fire Crews battled the blaze for hours before leaving the scene at 2.30am.04 Nov 05:54 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fire breaks out at Rotorua's Mitai Māori VillageA function room at Rotorua's Mitai Māori Village caught fire, spewing flames and smoke across the nearby area.Watch04 Nov 05:28 PM
New Zealand'Aroha and resilience': Historic church reopens almost three years after Cyclone Gabrielle floods'This church is more than timber and glass – it's the wairua of Ōmāhu standing again.'04 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandAfter the darkness of Gabrielle, this fire station now runs on sunlight'Crews came back wet and cold and couldn’t even have a shower'.04 Nov 05:00 PM