Politics'Most New Zealanders would understand': Luxon on Government's limited fuel supportThe Prime Minister wouldn't commit to widening support.07 Apr 02:35 AM
PoliticsLabour claims 'jobs for mates' as National election candidate appointed to Sport NZ boardThe candidate accepted it was a case of 'unfortunate' timing.07 Apr 02:27 AM
AucklandFive rescued after swept out to sea in rip at Auckland beach, off-duty lifeguards save groupLifeguards finished the final patrol day of the season. Then they noticed teens drowning.07 Apr 01:50 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Beef + Lamb NZ Mid-Season UpdateOn today: Kate Acland, Damien O'Connor, Mark Ericksen, John McOviney, and Phil Duncan. 07 Apr 01:47 AM
ChristchurchCouncil boss to leave as Christchurch prepares for next decade of planningMary Richardson will finish earlier than planned, now leaving on May 1.07 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather update: April 7MetService severe weather update: April 7. Video / MetServiceWatch07 Apr 01:23 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceWatch07 Apr 01:19 AM
New ZealandPolice urge safer driving after 2 riders, 1 motorist die in Easter weekend crashes Director of road policing Steve Greally says any death on NZ roads is 'one too many'.07 Apr 01:15 AM
New Zealand'Desperately worried': Police renew appeal over Chch woman missing for eight months Her family say she has had no contact with her children since she vanished.07 Apr 01:06 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday, April 7, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Luxon says global order floundering as Iran war deepens, fertiliser prices rising | Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Video / NZ Herald, Getty Images, AFPWatch07 Apr 01:01 AM
New Zealand150km/h winds: Tropical Cyclone Vaianu now Category 3MetService says the cyclone is set to intensify in the coming days.07 Apr 12:39 AM
New ZealandPolice respond to firearm sighting near Tauranga Girls’ CollegeOfficers are now speaking with one person about the reported sighting.07 Apr 12:10 AM
AucklandTest cricket venue, football arena, concert stadium: The many visions for Western SpringsCouncillor John Watson says constant stadium reinventions have killed trust.07 Apr 12:00 AM
PoliticsNational fails to clear 30% in latest poll results as NZ First surgesThe latest political poll results have been released.06 Apr 11:56 PM
New Zealand'Important turning point': Synlait sells North Island assets to pare debtThe $307m deal includes the Pōkeno plant and key Auckland leasehold sites.06 Apr 10:29 PM
New ZealandFarmer crushed in fatal quad bike rollover, coroner findsCoroner Heather McKenzie found an unsecured 20kg attachment caused the roll.06 Apr 10:08 PM
New ZealandPerson dies after being pulled from Taupō waterPolice said the death has been referred to the Coroner.06 Apr 10:01 PM
New ZealandAir NZ cuts flights as jet fuel costs biteCivic leaders in Nelson and Tauranga have confirmed their cities are affected. 06 Apr 09:50 PM
New ZealandFour farmers, a forgotten grain and the pasta-maker bringing it to the plateTheir pasta now reaches about 40 outlets nationwide as demand grows.06 Apr 09:46 PM
New Zealand'It’s a menace': Roaming dog attack leaves Welcome Bay retiree injured, fearful'I just hope it’s found quickly before it attacks someone else,' the victim says.06 Apr 09:19 PM
New ZealandConfusion as families hit with extra rest home surcharges despite subsidiesNot-for-profit homes provide about 60% of care but are adding more premiums.06 Apr 09:09 PM
New ZealandBiggest NZ dam since Clyde gets $18m Govt loan to test its viabilityBackers say the dam could support more than 1800 new permanent jobs in Hawke's Bay.06 Apr 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFunder reveals it had pageant concerns before founder's fraud revealedKharl WiRepa has recently been convicted of defrauding pageant contestants.06 Apr 08:23 PM
New ZealandAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown to axe ratepayer-funded lunches at council meetingsLunches for governing body meetings rose as high as $18,439 in FY2023.06 Apr 08:04 PM
New ZealandFrom rescue to recovery: Inside the first 48 hours at Mt MaunganuiThe landslide hit about 30 campsites and buried the campground amenities.06 Apr 08:01 PM
New ZealandPM says no risk to NZ's future oil orders as Trump threatens to ‘take out’ IranLuxon's deputy, Nicola Willis, says New Zealand is facing a 'tough time'.06 Apr 07:27 PM
New ZealandMetService morning weather update: April 7MetService morning weather update: April 7. Video / MetServiceWatch06 Apr 07:12 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday, April 7, 2026Morning Headlines | Payments for low-income families, and meth convictions reach highest point in a decade | Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Video / NZ Herald, Getty Images, AFPWatch06 Apr 06:54 PM
New ZealandResident questions $250k seawall spend near closed Hastings campgroundHastings District Council will spend $250,000 maintaining the Clifton Rd wall.06 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Everyone came out of the woodwork': Auto extravaganza boosts St John trainingFunds raised will support St John cadets and services from Mahia to Dannevirke.06 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandYoung Napier footballer eyes trip to BarcelonaOscar and his dad are considering a Barca Academy clinic to further the 7yo's skills.06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What do the 13 stripes on the US flag represent?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.06 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Liam Lawson deserves a Formula 1 commentary team that knows he existsOPINION: In Japan, he gained more places than any other driver. Not that you'd have known.06 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuFather’s fury: Former detective says system failed his coward-punch victim sonFormer detective TeUraura Nganeko says police framing decides justice.06 Apr 05:00 PM