New ZealandLee Tamahori dies aged 75The director of Once Were Warriors, which became a landmark New Zealand film, was celebrated for championing Māori talent on screen.Watch07 Nov 06:29 AM
New Zealand'Lost trust in humanity': Woman's perpetual fear after brutal attack in own homeThe 33-year-old man ingested half a gram of meth the night before the attack.07 Nov 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘Blatant lie’: Ex-All Black hits out at Fire and Emergency over incorrect briefing to Deputy PMThe 10-test All Blacks halfback shared a video to social media voicing his frustration.07 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandParty insider doubles down on Te Pāti Māori leadership criticismParty president John Tamihere admits a process is under way to expel two MPs.07 Nov 05:56 AM
New Zealand'Blatant disregard for the law': Auckland dog daycare fined $103k for repeated RMA breachesNeighbours made 17 complaints before Auckland Council took court action.07 Nov 05:30 AM
New ZealandPolice urged to face criminal probe over falsified breath test scandalDefence Lawyers Association says any officer involved should be named in court cases.07 Nov 05:03 AM
New ZealandWet weekend for Auckland, but sunshine for much of the countryAuckland faces heavy showers and possible thunderstorms, but stays near 24C.07 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandMauao closed, police involved as more fireworks let offTauranga City Council said it was preparing to file a police complaint.07 Nov 04:49 AM
New ZealandOnce Were Warriors director Lee Tamahori dies aged 75He later directed major Hollywood hits, including Die Another Day.07 Nov 04:41 AM
CrimeFormer police leader’s porn habits fit disturbing online pattern, charity warnsThe 52-year-old admitted using police devices to search child abuse images.07 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandGloriavale school given one-week reprieve as closure decision loomsGloriavale now has until 14 November to defend its school’s registration.07 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandLate call-up leads Hauraki fighter to victory in controversial 1‑minute fight seriesDan Hooker’s backyard fight series has drawn criticism over safety risks.07 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandVeteran cop posthumously wins employment case against NZ Police, $25k payoutDale Kahaki died before he could see his employment claim against the NZ Police through. 07 Nov 03:41 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomy'We aren't going to grow our way out': Treasury urges asset sales as it sounds alarm over Govt finances Agency says the Government could better manage its $571 billion portfolio of assets.07 Nov 03:37 AM
New ZealandFree trade with India would offer 'big opportunities' for RotoruaIndian Trade Minister Piyush Goyal visited the city during his first official visit to NZ.07 Nov 03:05 AM
PoliticsIndian Trade Minister Piyush Goyal visits RotoruaIndian Trade Minister Piyush Goyal was welcomed to Te Puia with a pōhiri. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Nov 03:05 AM
New Zealand'Disconcerting’: Internet crash hits schools during NCEA examsEleven hundred students' NCEA exams were affected, including at exclusive private school.07 Nov 02:48 AM
New ZealandArmed police close Innes Rd in Christchurch amid unfolding incidentA serious incident involving armed police officers unfolded on a Christchurch street after a gun was allegedly spotted nearby. Video / Jazlyn WhalesWatch07 Nov 02:35 AM
New Zealand$12m cocaine haul with designer packaging seized at Dunedin portThirty-five bricks of the Class-A drug were found hidden inside a refrigeration unit.07 Nov 02:34 AM
SailGP'Sit back and watch': Why Black Foils aren't concerned about SailGP transfer windowThere could be plenty of movement again with Nathan Outteridge's Swedish team joining.07 Nov 02:15 AM
New Zealand'Great cause': Hastings firefighters get kits off for calendar'The guys, knowing where the proceeds go, worked really hard to get in shape.'07 Nov 02:10 AM
New ZealandSerial flasher tries to justify his actions saying he's 'simply a nudist'Vaughan Miller walked into a woman's home, introduced himself, then exposed his genitals. 07 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: The Vietnam War ended in what year?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.07 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandParagliding crash survivor runs half‑marathon in return to scene of life-changing accidentNicola Collins was 12 when a paragliding fall broke her spine and pelvis.07 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandHastings gears up for food and wine street partyTwenty-five Hawke’s Bay wineries and brewers will serve alongside live music.07 Nov 01:48 AM
New ZealandFireworks blamed for Millwater paddock blaze north of AucklandThe paddock owner says fireworks were being set off earlier that day.07 Nov 01:48 AM
Crime'No one was harmed': ANZ Whangārei branch closed after man allegedly threatens staff with knifeA staff member sought help at a nearby superette just after 9.30am.07 Nov 01:40 AM
New ZealandLabour leader Chris Hipkins hits back at Government's bootcampsLabour leader Chris Hipkins reacts to the release of final verdict on Govt’s controversial bootcamp pilot. Video / RNZWatch07 Nov 01:39 AM
New ZealandArmed police swarm Christchurch street after serious incidentAbout 15 armed officers blocked both lanes of Innes Rd in Christchurch.07 Nov 01:37 AM
New ZealandMetService weather: November 7-9, 2025MetService weather: November 7-9, 2025Watch07 Nov 01:18 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTeen running sensation Sam Ruthe bids for another record at schools champs in HastingsSam Ruthe could break a Hawke's Bay athlete's 36-year-old record.07 Nov 01:17 AM
New Zealand6-month-old baby allegedly suffered significant physical injury before deathThe baby died in Starship children's hospital after being taken off life support.07 Nov 01:11 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Update | Oranga Tamariki releases youth boot camp plans, Film industry woesNZ Herald Afternoon Update | Oranga Tamariki releases youth boot camp plans, Film industry woes. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Nov 01:03 AM
New ZealandFrom hood to haven: Hamilton’s Shakespeare Ave begins new chapterTe Rūnanga o Kirikiriroa is opening a 45‑home intergenerational community.07 Nov 01:00 AM
