New ZealandChild sex abuser Raymond Bielawski jailed over historic abuseCecelia Gaylard confronts her childhood abuser, Raymond Bielawski, while reading her victim impact statement in Auckland District Court. Video \ Jason DordayWatch08 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Recollections vary and Kiwis deserve more answersOPINION: There is much more still to be learned in this scandal.08 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Fifa has shown how global sport and its governing bodies are beholden to world politicsOPINION: Fifa's peace prize is a sporting own goal.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSurvivor Yvonne Gurtler shares victim impact statement about historic sex abuseSexual abuse survivor Yvonne Gurtler shares victim impact statement about Raymond Bielawski’s abuse.Watch08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: What term is used to describe a donkey's vocalisations?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.08 Dec 04:00 PM
AucklandTeaching Council chair gives update on investigations at embattled agency, CEO remains on leaveA high-level probe is examining conflict and procurement concerns at the Teaching Council.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSweltering summer temperatures continue for NZ with more heat alerts possibleTemperatures are forecast to remain in the low 20s to high 30s during the next few days.08 Dec 04:00 PM
AnalysisThomas CoughlanGovernment to unveil radical overhaul of RMA today, slashing consent requirements The announcement will be made shortly after 1pm.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne person in critical condition after alleged stabbingPolice have launched an investigation after a man was stabbed in Glen Innes. Video / NZ HeraldWatch08 Dec 01:11 PM
New Zealand$33k setback for sacked council manager who said laws were 'stupid'Simon Mutonhori's legal action was described by a judge as 'overlong and complicated'.08 Dec 07:00 AM
Sport1609km in the open ocean: Kiwi swimmer's bold new challenge for a cause'This next mission will push me to my limits,' the 35-year-old marathon swimmer said. 08 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandRegistered sex offender had 100 hours of rehab treatment before reoffendingA Kiwi deported from Australia is now behind bars for sharing child exploitation material.08 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Poll shows support parties reshaping political landscapeOPINION: The Government had plenty of good news in the latest 1News poll.08 Dec 05:58 AM
AucklandThree teens saved in after-hours rescue at Auckland west coast beachThe three swimmers had been celebrating an 18th birthday before getting caught in a rip.08 Dec 05:25 AM
PoliticsNew political poll: Greens, TPM lose chunk of support The poll is one of the last major polls of 2025.08 Dec 05:12 AM
New ZealandShark caught on camera in Whangārei HeadsThe shark was seen in the water in a small bay near Urquharts Bay in Whangārei Heads. Video / Emily FaulknerWatch08 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand'This is not over': Police arrest second man in relation to Mt Wellington attackA 21-year-old has already been charged with murder.08 Dec 04:35 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon on BMI saying New Zealand has become more politically volatileChristopher Luxon on BMI saying New Zealand has become more politically volatile. Video / Mark MitchellWatch08 Dec 04:22 AM
New ZealandWellington commuters to get contactless payment options in 2026Wellington will move to contactless on buses and trains before March 30.08 Dec 04:12 AM
New ZealandAll Blacks woes, netball chaos and Lawson’s rise to F1 fameThree heavy All Blacks defeats have piled pressure on Scott Robertson.08 Dec 04:04 AM
New ZealandPatched gang member beaten for hours with various weapons, including a child's bikeThe victim, 28, had serious injuries, including a collapsed lung and broken bones.08 Dec 04:03 AM
New ZealandWatch: Christchurch school blows away audience with Kiwi song medleyStudents sang a te reo Māori version of Crowded House’s Don’t Dream It’s Over.08 Dec 04:02 AM
New ZealandCatherine Wedd confirmed as National’s Tukituki candidate for 2026 electionFirst-term MP Catherine Wedd will be asking for another three years in the seat.08 Dec 03:59 AM
New ZealandAll Blacks defeats, Netball NZ turmoil, Liam Lawson: The year in sportToday on The Front Page we have the NZ Herald’s Christopher Reive and Nathan Limm to take us through some of 2025’s highs and lows.Watch08 Dec 03:55 AM
New ZealandStaff infection: Gastro outbreak at Canterbury school after shared morning teaStaff fell ill after a shared morning tea at the Canterbury school.08 Dec 03:45 AM
New ZealandCocaine worth nearly $16m seized from container at Port of TaurangaSome of the 1kg bricks were branded with a hamster wearing a crown. 08 Dec 03:26 AM
PoliticsGlobal economics firm warns NZ politics 'increasingly volatile' amid Luxon coup rumours, 'fractures' in coalitionThe firm warns coalition tensions show ‘deep fractures’ in the Government.08 Dec 03:12 AM
New ZealandShane Jones hits back at 'catastrophising' over fish reforms and marlin rulesMore than 22,000 submissions were lodged on 19 proposed fisheries rule changes.08 Dec 03:00 AM
PoliticsWatch: Key Māori leader, Education Minister hold joint press conference despite opposite views on Treaty issue Stanford and Papa held a joint media stand-up inside Parliament.08 Dec 02:57 AM
New ZealandStill two more days of 3OC left as Hawke's Bay bakes in December warm spellHastings is forecast to ease from 31C Monday to 26C by Thursday.08 Dec 02:49 AM
PoliticsLuxon dismisses need for wider McSkimming inquiry after questions about ministers’ knowledgeLuxon fielded questions about allegations made by the former police boss.08 Dec 02:40 AM
AucklandEmergency response after West Auckland house fire in New LynnEmergency services were called to the New Lynn blaze at 1.37pm today.08 Dec 02:25 AM
New ZealandTongariro fireFire near Tongariro National Park. Video / Liz Brooker Tōī Communication / Sam BaylyWatch08 Dec 02:11 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceWatch08 Dec 02:05 AM
