New ZealandJustice Minister Paul Goldsmith dismisses officials’ advice on ‘move on orders’Officials warned move-on orders could add up to 800 extra court cases a year.13 Mar 03:45 AM
New ZealandTiti Rd crash: Pedestrian dies after collision involving a truckThe crash happened in Mauku, west of Pukekohe, at 3.22pm today.13 Mar 03:42 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt suspects after quad bike liquor store robbery in CastlecliffThree people have been arrested, with several other suspects still at large.13 Mar 03:28 AM
New ZealandTop criminal prosecutor Natalie Walker appointed High Court judgeWalker led the prosecution in the case involving children's bodies found in suitcases.13 Mar 03:15 AM
New ZealandTwo youths arrested after dairy robbed with tomahawkPolice say the pair have been charged with aggravated robbery and other offences. 13 Mar 03:09 AM
New Zealand"All the bits that go with it": Homegrown hits ClaudelandsClaudelands will become a seven-stage hub for thousands of music fans.13 Mar 03:08 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig tech, big laughs and a few tears at the Tauranga Business AwardsA drone company took out the big prize and a local barber captured hearts. 13 Mar 03:06 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFuel emergency level system: What happens at each stage, where are we now, are car bans included? There are four levels, similarly to the Covid alert system.13 Mar 03:04 AM
New ZealandStorm fallout: Major repair work planned for SH2Lane closures and traffic lights will stay in place for up to three months.13 Mar 03:02 AM
New Zealand'She’s still crying': Father questions police response after daughter hit by car on way to schoolHe says officers took details at the scene but were still seeking 'hard evidence'.13 Mar 03:00 AM
Auckland'I'm expecting to give a plop': Peter Gordon joins Z Manu Famous FacesTop rivals include Piri Weepu, Mark Mitchell and Paralympian Cameron Leslie.13 Mar 03:00 AM
WellingtonSerious Fraud Office weighs findings against former council CEOThe ex-MP altered documents that misled the Auditor General over his 'excessive' spending.13 Mar 02:40 AM
Cycling'Risen from the flames': BMX club back on track after arson ordealVolunteers have rebuilt the facility from scratch, restoring club night buzz.13 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which Formula One driver won the 2026 Melbourne Grand Prix?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.13 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua man accused of hitting person with car appears in courtThe accused is on bail with a nightly curfew and strict non-contact orders.13 Mar 01:37 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Andy Dalton at the Wānaka showAndy Dalton, Andy Borland, Alan Livingston, M. Paterson, T Houghton, R Shearer, PJ Budler.13 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandResidents fume over fines and tows on ‘safe’ streets during Round the Bays'$190 is a price too high to pay for public incompetency.'13 Mar 01:31 AM
New ZealandYoung man violently kicks Tauranga delivery van in intersection outburstA witness said the boy was allegedly driving an electric scooter recklessly on the road before the incident. Video / SuppliedWatch13 Mar 01:11 AM
New Zealand'It's not acceptable at all': Union blasts Wattie's over layoff consultationE Tū's Norm Mouritsen claims he was given under an hour's notice about the proposal.13 Mar 12:38 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather update: March 13, 2026MetService severe weather update: Heavy rain and thunderstorms forecast.Watch13 Mar 12:35 AM
New ZealandWayne Brown to undergo surgery after injuring hip 'chasing down a cheeky drop shot' in tennisThe Auckland mayor said he’d be attending meetings remotely online while he recovers.13 Mar 12:28 AM
New Zealand'Sick and dangerous' teacher aide jailed for sexual abuse of girlsEarly victim, now an adult, apologises to girls who were abused after her.13 Mar 12:21 AM
New ZealandMetService afternoon weather update: March 13, 2026MetService afternoon weather update: A wetter end to Friday, drier tomorrow.Watch13 Mar 12:19 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday March 13, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Government weighs up options for addressing volatile oil prices and the Oscars are placed on high alert | Friday March 13, 2026Watch13 Mar 12:16 AM
New ZealandFourth person dies after SH1 car and campervan crash near Blenheim last monthBelgian policy adviser Victoria Docx was among those who lost their lives.13 Mar 12:10 AM
New Zealand'All anyone’s talking about is fuel security': Middle East crisis boosts EV salesOne dealer said electric vehicle sales were up 50% on last month.13 Mar 12:00 AM
AucklandResidents woken by 'explosions' after truck bursts into fire on Auckland motorwayThe truck carrying dog food caught fire about 1.30am yesterday, waking nearby residents. 13 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandHome-track dominance: Hastings, Pene keep downhill national jerseys in RotoruaThe race also set seeding for Saturday’s Specialized Kārearea Downhill.12 Mar 11:39 PM
New ZealandRemains of missing fisherman Ferzil Babu found on Coppermine IslandThe remains were found on December 20 last year by a DoC staff member.12 Mar 11:32 PM
New ZealandMountain oysters, huhu grubs, mealworms: Wild snacks on menu for Hokitika Wildfoods Festival Around 8000 people are expected to pass through the gates this Saturday.12 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandPenguin found on Auckland Harbour Bridge saved by motorist, has flipper amputatedNow named Bridge, he lives with another one-flippered penguin in Franz Josef.12 Mar 11:00 PM
Auckland'It was in my bag the whole time': Auckland man claims $4.5m Lotto prize weeks after drawThe unknowing man's family thought he was joking when he revealed his 'shock' win.12 Mar 10:58 PM
New ZealandTop award for 'a great farming couple working and living on the land'The Hoopers have transformed a former sheep-and-beef block into precision dairy.12 Mar 10:33 PM
New ZealandŌtorohanga remains identified as missing person Colin 'Col' HeathCol Heath, 47, was reported missing on March 19, 2022, after they were last seen Te Kūiti.12 Mar 10:30 PM
