New ZealandStorm-hit roads cut off beekeepers and threaten honey harvestRoad closures after the January storms have left hives stranded mid-harvest.04 Feb 08:02 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay severe storm relief fund tops $200kWestern Bay Emergency Response Fund donations top $200,000, include $100,000 from Zespri.04 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Government pōwhiriThe official Government pōwhiri from Waitangi held at Te Whare RūnangaWatch04 Feb 07:52 PM
Herald NOWWhy did economists wrongly predict latest unemployment figures?Economist Brad Olsen says despite the increase, the latest unemployment figures aren't all bad news.Watch04 Feb 07:49 PM
WellingtonWatch: 'Catastrophic' sewage plant failure happened during remedial work - and it's still going into sea'We're in a bad way,' said city's water boss, describing the situation as 90/100. 04 Feb 07:13 PM
New ZealandNew study reveals the surprising words Kiwis most offended by on airLinguistics expert Andreea Calude explains what makes a swear word bad, and why they change.Watch04 Feb 06:51 PM
New ZealandTauranga mayor says it's unlikely Mount Maunganui landslide area will remain a campsiteCordons and shipping containers remain while experts assess and stabilise the slope.04 Feb 06:31 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Thursday, February 5, 2026Morning Headlines | Wellington mayor issues warning over beaches and Christopher Luxon positive ahead of pōwhiri | Thursday, February 5, 2026Watch04 Feb 06:30 PM
New Zealand'Everyday living is just so hard': Families going into debt to pay for school uniformsCharity Variety has seen a 16% jump in calls for uniform and fees support.04 Feb 06:24 PM
New ZealandMetService morning weather update: February 5MetService morning weather update: February 5. Video / MetServiceWatch04 Feb 06:11 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Why Willis won't get in the way of insurers hiking premiumsOPINION: Homeowners unlikely to see savings from new insurance review.04 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead after crash in Tasman districtPolice were called to the scene around 8.25pm on Wednesday.04 Feb 05:37 PM
New Zealand'Safe shopping': CHB retailers back campaign for rainbow-friendly storesBusinesses are embracing the campaign aimed at making the LGBTQIA+ community feel safe.04 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Kayak Racing Club: 58 medals at regatta, recognition at national awardsThe club claimed 20 gold, 23 silver and 15 bronze medals at Lake Tikitapu in Rotorua.04 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn a roll: Hastings Meatball Festival returns with bigger menu and big namesThe festival runs from 5pm to 8.30pm on Friday, March 6.04 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat to expect at Waitangi this year: Weather, crowds and moodThe Treaty Principles Bill being axed has eased tensions at this year's events.04 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteve Maharey: What does New Zealand do when the world ruptures?OPINION: If we want to thrive in a ruptured world, NZ must dare to be different.04 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Extortion and squalor': Council shuts down uninhabitable motelAuckland council representatives Daniel Newman and Phylis Latu explain why authorities stepped in to shut motel. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Why has it taken 15 years to rein in Auckland Transport?OPINION: It’s been a rough road for this 'most loathed organisation'.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Nearly all fossils are preserved in what type of rock?Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandComanchero gang member to spend rest of life in Tongan prison for drug importingThe 44-year-old tried to expand the gang's presence in Tonga after being deported from Oz.04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan AylingJonathan Ayling: The sleight of hand shaping the Ti Tiriti debateOPINION: A Treaty seen as unchallengeable will only push regular Kiwis away.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZTA's incident controller on State Highway 35 recovery, challengesRichard Bayley spoke with the Gisborne Herald about how work on State Highway 35 was going04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Wouldn't put a dog in here': Taxpayer-funded tenants allegedly left in gang-run 'skid row' motelAuckland Council has shut a derelict motel as unsanitary and is weighing legal action.04 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionShane Jones: As 2040 nears, it is time to reset Waitangi around unity and democracyOPINION: New Zealand First plans to cut Treaty principles from many laws in 2026.04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: NZ clutches pearls over broadcast language but racial divide may deepen outside the loungeOPINION: 'Yeah‑nah’ to racist slurs on air – but do we say ‘yeah‑maybe’ in real life?04 Feb 04:00 PM
Wellington'I wouldn't have survived': Killed chopper pilot's heroism in crash rememberedIn 1998, Joseph Keeley dragged a badly injured Rick Lucas from a burning wreck. 04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhere to find the sun this Waitangi weekend as North Island heats upTemperatures in multiple North Island centres are expected to soar into the high 20s.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHave you seen her? Police appeal after Pāpāmoa woman vanishes near Kaimai trackNicola O'Connor's house bus was found on Rapurapu Track yesterday.04 Feb 08:08 AM
New ZealandPrisoner dies after being found unresponsive in Mt Eden transport van cellThe man was found in a cell inside the First Security van after returning from court.04 Feb 07:50 AM
New ZealandLotto Powerball numbers are in – are you $8 million richer?Time to check your ticket against the winning numbers.04 Feb 07:30 AM
New ZealandMan arrested after jumping into Hutt River to evade policeThe 36-year-old is charged with burglary of items valued under $500.04 Feb 06:54 AM
New Zealand'Distressing event': Man charged with murder after woman found dead in CluthaEmergency services were called to a home on Adams Flat Rd in Crichton on January 23.04 Feb 06:11 AM
New ZealandChild dies after being hit by car on Canterbury roadEmergency services could not save the child, who died at the scene.04 Feb 05:48 AM
