New ZealandThe Country: Shearer Simon Goss on breaking world recordWayne Langford, Mike McIntyre, Kate Scott, Simon Goss and Phil Duncan. 12 Jan 01:18 AM
New ZealandPolice seek wedding guest after assault outside historic Arrowtown pubImages of the suspect have been released and police are appealing for help.12 Jan 01:09 AM
New Zealand'Who would tell their kids they were dying?': Friend of Nicola Flint speaks out on NZ mum’s cancer liesPolice say forged medical files and fraud netted Flint more than $180,000.12 Jan 01:07 AM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': Long grass at tourist drawcard an 'eyesore'A long-time Rotorua resident says she has 'never seen the lawns like this'.12 Jan 01:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.12 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 12, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Man and woman charged in Manurewa shooting and demonstrations continue in Iran | Monday, January 12, 2026Watch12 Jan 12:57 AM
New ZealandBluebridge ferry to recommence sailing after days of disruptionSix sailings were cancelled over the weekend, with next bookings nearly two weeks away. 12 Jan 12:34 AM
New ZealandMum awarded $10,000 after son blocks her access to moneyHer son became a joint account holder while translating for his mother.12 Jan 12:19 AM
New Zealand25-year-old named as swimmer missing in Waikato River searchA police dive squad is re-entering the Waikato River today to search again.12 Jan 12:05 AM
New Zealand'Definite increase': The rise of 3D-printed firearmsPolice say 3D guns are being printed in houses and garages throughout New Zealand.11 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandBody found after man fails to return from swim in Rotorua lakeThe death comes amid multiple weekend water tragedies across New Zealand.11 Jan 10:42 PM
New ZealandFire crews battle 300m blaze near Nelson beach, cafe on standby to evacuate Fire and Emergency NZ crews from Nelson, Stoke, Appleby and Tāhunanui responded.11 Jan 10:37 PM
PoliticsSeymour insists Govt coalition is stable and productive despite public riftsThe Deputy PM claims the coalition has passed record amounts of legislation in two years.11 Jan 10:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Auckland’s hidden monasteries and retreatsFrom Carmelite nuns to Tibetan monks – meet some of Auckland's spiritual residents.11 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGivealittle fight: Pregnant partner of man killed in sand dune goes to court over fundsDevoted dad died in hospital two days after a sand dune collapsed at Muriwai Beach.11 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandPopular Queenstown tourist bridge closed indefinitely after serious structural failures foundCouncillors will decide the bridge's future during the next annual plan.11 Jan 09:46 PM
AucklandMan and woman charged with murder after fatal late-night Auckland shootingPolice say the victim died at the scene on Balfour Rd, Manurewa late on Friday night. 11 Jan 09:38 PM
New ZealandMore than 50 flights cancelled as high winds batter WellingtonMetService says winds have eased and no severe weather is expected this week.11 Jan 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland film-maker jailed for child sex abuse material; industry in shockThe actor and director was caught sending images to a 'decoy' police detective online. 11 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Aggressive' overtaking driver almost causes head-on crash - then flips the birdThe frightening display was clearly captured on a bus driver's dashcam.11 Jan 08:58 PM
New ZealandSamoan chief convicted of slavery and human trafficking set to be sentencedSlavery convictions like Tuai’s are believed to number only five in NZ history.11 Jan 08:05 PM
New ZealandAuckland’s stalled housing developments a year on: What’s changedSome long-abandoned Mairangi Bay and Kingsland builds are now rapidly rising.11 Jan 06:38 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday January 12, 2026Morning Headlines | Forest fires in Te Haroto and Wairarapa, and advisory group seeks to drive reform in aged care | Monday January 12, 2026Watch11 Jan 06:18 PM
New ZealandHomes evacuated amid North Island forest fires as temps across NZ remain high Many centres in the North Island were pushed towards heat records on Sunday.11 Jan 06:05 PM
New ZealandPickleball boom drives plan for Bay stadiumA planned stadium over a Blake Park car park could host 12 to 14 courts.11 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In which year was Joan of Arc burned at the stake?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSearch our map: Swathes of NZ land bought by Ikea for forestryIkea's NZ land holdings will soon be the size of the entire Nelson region. See it mapped.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: St John staff there to help, they shouldn’t be assaultedOPINION: Ambulance staff should not be at the mercy of 'thugs with an attitude'. 11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpearfishing champion warns: Ban bottom trawling or risk more fishery collapsesDarren Shields says the method risks Northland scallop collapses being repeated elsewhere.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Summer fun, costly pain – ACC warns of surge in preventable injuriesOPINION: Bay of Plenty summer sports injuries alone led to more than 7000 ACC claims.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington'Continual exodus of staff': The best and worst Government workplaces, according to public servants The sector-wide survey exposed how staff really feel about their public service jobs.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandInside the digital war Kiwis face when heading to Ukraine front linesRon Mark warns even innocent family posts can expose Kiwis to Russian targeting.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Sheer terror': Armed group storm teens' flat, rob them at knifepointThe victims were herded into a room where they were threatened and assaulted. 11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCould a four-day week fix burnout at work? Experts say we should try itBurnout and high levels of mental stress are entrenched in New Zealand's workforce.11 Jan 04:00 PM
