New ZealandNo long-term hangover after wine spill into Napier’s Ahuriri EstuaryAfter three days of monitoring, there was no lasting environmental harm found.08 Oct 02:29 AM
New Zealand‘They had very little time’: Expert at Whakaari inquest outlines how survivors stayed aliveShane Cronin told the inquest some ash particles were hotter than 400C.08 Oct 02:22 AM
New ZealandNicola Willis speaks to media after Reserve Bank cuts Official Cash Rate to 2.5%Finance Minister Nicola Willis speaks to media after Reserve Bank cuts Official Cash Rate to 2.5%.Watch08 Oct 02:20 AM
AucklandVTNZ defends licencing system after claims driving test officers took money to pass applicants NZTA and police have launched investigations into "potentially fraudulent activity".08 Oct 02:19 AM
AucklandCold wheels: Eden Park monster truck show falls flat More than 50,000 people attended the two Auckland shows last weekend. 08 Oct 02:15 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Who created the television series The Sopranos?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.08 Oct 02:00 AM
PoliticsWhy is National in the 20s in latest political poll? Christopher Luxon respondsLabour is out in front in the Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll. Video / Mark MitchellWatch08 Oct 01:18 AM
CrimePolice hunt for balaclava-clad person seen before Whangārei house fireThe person was seen on Raumanga Valley Rd in the early hours of the day before.08 Oct 01:17 AM
New ZealandCouncil land used by Scouts and potters up for saleThe 2300sq m Bennelong Place site is zoned for medium density housing.08 Oct 01:14 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Coping with grief with farmer Ele LudemannChristopher Luxon, Ele Ludemann, Matt Bolger, and Nicola Eccleton. 08 Oct 12:51 AM
New ZealandPolice Ten 7 host and ex‑detective Graham Bell diesGraham Bell, a veteran former detective inspector and the former host of Police Ten 7, has died.Watch07 Oct 11:54 PM
AucklandAccelerant used in fire that killed father, boyHarrowing details emerged about the fire that claimed two lives.07 Oct 11:52 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay voting rates well up on last local elections – so farVoter turnouts could be the highest in years – potentially driven by ward referendums.07 Oct 11:47 PM
Politics'Not surprising', Luxon says as National dives into 20s in latest poll The latest results show the centre-left could govern.07 Oct 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Govt must get out of electricity and let market deliver securityOPINION: Repaying debt would be better for taxpayers and the market.07 Oct 11:00 PM
ChristchurchProtesters and police clash outside Christchurch aerospace summit, 22 people arrestedPro-Palestine protesters object to links between the aerospace industry and US military.07 Oct 10:53 PM
New ZealandPolice to give update on Bucklands Beach fatal fireCounties Manukau District crime manager Detective Inspector Tofilau Faamanuia Vaaelua gives update on Bucklands Beach fatal fire. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Oct 10:53 PM
CrimeBus driver fatally punched belligerent passenger, left him at stop as he continued routeThe victim had refused to pay a fare and was racially abusing the driver when punched.07 Oct 10:29 PM
Wellington‘Wouldn’t wish that upon anyone’: Tory Whanau hits out at abuse in final speechIt comes as Whanau says old leaked documents show sexism at council has not changed.07 Oct 10:16 PM
New ZealandPolice Ten 7 host Graham Bell diesThe former detective died age 78 after a police career spanning more than three decades.07 Oct 10:03 PM
New Zealand‘It’s been pretty crazy’: Teen band’s whirlwind year of gigs and gloryThe Kerikeri High School band formed only last summer before hitting big stages.07 Oct 10:00 PM
Auckland'Unscrupulous, incompetent': Disgraced realty agent jailed for concealing income while bankruptAaron Drever misled officials, concealing nearly $50,000 earned from a catering job.07 Oct 09:44 PM
New ZealandSmaller Bay of Plenty districts lead in voter turnout'Embarrassing' dancing and more social media focus are among tactics used to boost voting.07 Oct 09:42 PM
New ZealandRepeat attacks: Third Wānaka cellphone tower torched within a monthIt follows two earlier tower fires near Wānaka that disrupted mobile networks.07 Oct 09:41 PM
CrimeAuckland teen accused of street fight murder loses name suppressionHe was accused in August of wounding another man. Police have now added a murder charge.07 Oct 09:22 PM
New ZealandMore than 1000 seaside homes face extreme weather damage by 2060New Zealand’s oceans are warming 34% faster than the global average.07 Oct 09:16 PM
New ZealandNew trademark launched to champion NZ grainGrain Mark helps shoppers spot NZ-grown wheat, barley, oats, and maize products.07 Oct 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAudrey Young'The lionesses do the hunting': The MP in the thick of Māori Party troublesShe may seem like a gently-spoken “nanny” figure of the caucus. But she is no kitten.07 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandPrestigious Auckland private school King’s College announces new headmasterThe school leader begins as headmaster in January 2026, after Simon Lamb’s departure.07 Oct 08:38 PM
New Zealand‘He’s one of a kind’: Parents fight for treatment to help smiling sonA Rotorua clinic is offering hope with a $10,000 intensive treatment programme.07 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandPro-Palestine protesters blockade Christchurch aerospace summitDozens of pro-Palestine protesters have attempted to blockade an aerospace conference in Christchurch. Photos / George Heard07 Oct 07:59 PM
New ZealandDairy prices dip again in latest GDT auctionWhole milk powder fell 2.3% and mozzarella tanked 11.8%.07 Oct 07:42 PM
ChristchurchBaker bashed in random attack at city mall while selling cookies, kids left 'traumatised'Matt Sherwood lost six teeth after being punched at his cookie stall.07 Oct 07:41 PM
Herald NOWEntertainment: A twist on the Twits and Lewis Capaldi's brutal F1 handshake snubNZ Herald Entertainment reporter, Beth Haverland brings the week’s biggest stories from film, TV and pop culture. Video / Herald NOWWatch07 Oct 07:40 PM
