New Zealand'Body in the boot' trial: Man guilty of murdering, dismembering Christchurch fatherThe trial for Michael Rodger, accused of murdering Richard Leman in 2023, has finished. 12 Mar 01:02 AM
New ZealandForecast wet weather halts Ngongotahā highway worksThe road is closed for work from 9am on Mondays to 2.30pm on Fridays, for about six weeks.12 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Govt need to start being realistic about possibility of fuel shortagesOPINION: Govt's line on 'healthy' fuel supply risk leaving public unready for shortages.12 Mar 12:40 AM
New ZealandWeather squeeze: Two systems set to collide for howling wet end to weekWeather warnings have been issued for both ends of the country.12 Mar 12:17 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Thursday March 12, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Talleys caught up in Middle East shipping disruptions and unprecedented times for aviation | Thursday March 12, 2026Watch12 Mar 12:14 AM
PoliticsMariameno Kapa-Kingi questions whether her own party can be trustedThe Te Tai Tokerau MP was reinstated this week by Te Pāti Māori. 12 Mar 12:02 AM
New Zealand'A lot of long nights': Hawke's Bay students prepare for shot at global robotics stardomWe stand on the precipice of a robot-reliant future. These are the kids who'll build them.12 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandTe Tai Tokerau MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi speaks to mediaTe Tai Tokerau MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi speaks to media. Video / RNZWatch11 Mar 11:09 PM
New ZealandImages: High-flying day one at Crankworx RotoruaRyan Gilchrist claimed a third straight Rotorua Air DH title on Mr Black.11 Mar 10:49 PM
New ZealandMetService severe weather update: March 12MetService severe weather update: Heavy rain watches and risk of thunderstorms. Video / MetServiceWatch11 Mar 10:25 PM
New ZealandGang tangi focus: Police step up presence for BoP funeral processionPolice expect large numbers of gang members travelling from across New Zealand.11 Mar 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHometown hero excited to hear Napier crowd's Super roarWith Dave Rennie now in charge of the ABs, Devan Flanders knows there’s an opportunity.11 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandShopkeeper chases masked teens after K Rd superette raid attempt, 12yo in getaway carTwo 17yos fled police after getting out of the car, which was driven off by a youngster.11 Mar 09:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnnette Brosnan: Napier council leadership breakdown extraordinary, deeply concerningOPINION: These are far from normal political theatrics, or the mayor 'just doing his job'.11 Mar 09:45 PM
Auckland'Deeply sad day': Church mourns beloved leader killed in Auckland cafe crashSarah Clark had served on Windsor Park Baptist Church staff for seven years.11 Mar 09:42 PM
New Zealand'We’re proud': Couple win Greater Wellington farm environment awardClarence and Elise Stolte say nothing is more important to their business than people.11 Mar 09:39 PM
New ZealandAnxiety rises over Ruapehu's water plan costsWater charges could nearly double in Ruapehu under the two-council model with Whanganui.11 Mar 09:09 PM
New Zealand'Ready to go for another 75 years': How a community saved its beloved theatre 'I think the cultural heart of a community just has to keep throbbing.'11 Mar 09:02 PM
Sport'Still have a way to go': Ridler passes 1000km mark in record swim attempt'It's cool to stop for a second, to pause and appreciate what we've done out here.'11 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandHomegrown and Beach Hop - here's what's on in WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?11 Mar 08:33 PM
New ZealandWitness appeal: Police probe fatal SH5 crash near TaupōThe crash involved a green Land Rover Discovery towing two motorcycles on a trailer.11 Mar 08:26 PM
New Zealand'Leaves us grasping': Exporters hit back as live animal trade stallsIndustry says three years without exports has cost rural areas $300m a year.11 Mar 08:04 PM
New Zealand'Quick, get out': Woman jumped to safety, tenant ran through flames after arson attack David Sparks broke into his ex-partner's home and set the furniture on fire.11 Mar 08:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: NZ’s resource shake-up needs better dataOPINION: Lack of baseline data threatens NZ’s new, more permissive resource rules.11 Mar 07:51 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYForeign buyers: Is there a shortage of $5m-plus homes in NZ?OneRoof data reveals slim pickings for golden visa holders lining up to buy a slice of New Zealand. OneRoof's Catherine Smith joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch11 Mar 07:51 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYPPTA warns student attendance under threat due to lack of counsellorsSecondary school principals are urging the govt to reconsider charter schools following a report recommending more school counsellors. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch11 Mar 07:25 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNZ dairy sector in for another bumper season, early indicators showDairy sector outlook; NZ fertiliser supply stable amid Iran war. BusinessDesk's Riley Kennedy joins Herald NOW for a rural round-up. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch11 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandMissing man found dead in Auckland river after week-long searchThe man's body was located in the water by a member of the public. 11 Mar 06:59 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYHeinz Wattie’s closure to affect 350 jobsE tū director Finn O’Dwyer-Cunliffe talks to Ryan Bridge about the Heinz Wattie’s closure. Video / Ryan Bridge, TODAYWatch11 Mar 06:46 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAY"Affordability of air travel is under a lot of pressure."Air NZ CEO Nikhil Ravishankar says they can't pass on all costs from oil issues to customers. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch11 Mar 06:26 PM
AucklandTruck full of dog food catches fire, motorway closedPallets of kibble could be seen with the contents spilled across the road.11 Mar 06:14 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYMetService morning weather update: March 12MetService morning weather update: March 12. Video / MetServiceWatch11 Mar 05:28 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYSport Headlines | Thursday, March 12, 2026Sport Headlines | Kalyn Ponga is set to play for New Zealand at league's World Cup and Fifa says the Iranian team will be welcome to compete in the US | Thursday, March 12, 2026Watch11 Mar 05:25 PM
New ZealandFrom leap of faith to class of 1996: Te Arawa greats hit kapa haka stage againThe iwi has the reigning Te Matatini champion and runner-up teams. 11 Mar 05:08 PM
