New ZealandHoliday traffic warning: Downed power line closes SH1 between Whangārei and BrynderwynTraffic is already backing up near Ruakākā after the 10.26am incident.01 Apr 11:04 PM
PoliticsFuel crisis: Govt strikes deal to secure eight days’ of diesel storage space at Marsden PointChannel Infrastructure expected to tanks refurbished in two months' time.01 Apr 11:01 PM
PoliticsCabinet reshuffle announcementPrime Minister Christopher Luxon announces Cabinet reshuffle. Video / Mark MitchellWatch01 Apr 10:58 PM
TalanoaHow heavily fuel-reliant Pacific Islands are handling the Iran war crisisAbout 80% of Pacific energy use relies on imported oil products.01 Apr 10:28 PM
Politics'It is fine': Chris Bishop accepts losing beloved campaign chair role in PM's reshuffleThe reshuffle comes ahead of Judith Collins and Shane Reti retiring from Parliament.01 Apr 09:51 PM
PoliticsMileage rates for in-home carers increase amid surging fuel pricesHome and community support workers' rates have been boosted 30% from today.01 Apr 09:50 PM
WorldArtemis II crew prepare for lift-offThe four-strong crew on the 10-day Artemis II mission won't land on the moon, but plan to circle it, while travelling further from Earth than anyone has ever been before.Watch01 Apr 09:49 PM
New Zealand‘It’s our life, our home’: Merino Downs wins top farm awardThe Roberts family has transformed two farms into a 269ha dual-system operation.01 Apr 09:42 PM
New ZealandFree Chiefs tickets on offer to Rotorua locals for Super Rugby clashThe 1000 free tickets are only available to Rotorua residents.01 Apr 09:35 PM
New ZealandWoman's shock at stabbing scene: 'This person is literally dying and you are all just watching'Man who'd also been further injured in a hit-and-run was lying in the middle of the road. 01 Apr 08:53 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Cabinet reshuffle announcementPrime Minister Christopher Luxon announces Cabinet reshuffle. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Apr 08:51 PM
PropertyOne Roof Toy House ShowcaseOne Roof Toy House Showcase video. Video / SuppliedWatch01 Apr 08:47 PM
New Zealand'Projects ready to go shouldn't be delayed': Bishop backs Te Awa Lakes planTe Awa Lakes will receive up to $50m for new water and road links.01 Apr 08:45 PM
New ZealandFormer executive who received commercial sex services from girl can now be namedGreg Hornblow was facing a separate workplace investigation when he was charged.01 Apr 08:17 PM
New ZealandLast hurrah before Memorial Pool closes after 70 yearsThe site will be redeveloped into a new aquatic centre – but the timeline is unclear.01 Apr 08:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSqualid 'skid row' motel boarded up after being overrun by prostitutes, gangs Auckland Council has shut a derelict motel as unsanitary and is weighing legal action.01 Apr 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDonald Trump's America puts down Auckland roots, buys luxury $8m Remuera homeThe US Government has spent big to house its top Auckland diplomat in style.01 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandSH5 closed: Two critically injured in truck and van crashMultiple ambulances, two helicopters and fire crews are at the scene.01 Apr 07:46 PM
New ZealandRural GPs brace as fuel costs hit patient travel and emergency calloutsRural GPs say fuel hikes are pushing up costs for emergency prime callouts.01 Apr 07:37 PM
PoliticsNZ Government funding returned to Cook IslandsForeign Minister Winston Peters has met with Cook Islands PM Mark Brown in Rarotonga.01 Apr 07:33 PM
New ZealandMinistry blows hole in Rotorua council’s pensioner housing promiseMSD advice challenges council’s ‘no worse off’ pledge to pensioner village tenants.01 Apr 07:24 PM
New ZealandMigrant dad with brain cancer faces visa deadline and uncertain futureFar from home, a migrant father faces a devastating brain cancer battle.01 Apr 07:23 PM
New ZealandTrain driver on phone in near miss as report warns of nationwide safety gapThe trains missed the hi-rail vehicle at Kereone by three and a half minutes.01 Apr 07:12 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Agreement reached between NZ and Cook IslandsNZ's Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Cook Islands PM Mark Brown at signing ceremony in Cook Islands.Watch01 Apr 07:05 PM
New ZealandHospitality trading rules set to change in time for Easter | Ryan Bridge TODAYHospitality NZ CEO Kirsty Phillips says the rules were overdue for a change. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch01 Apr 07:03 PM
New ZealandWaioweka Gorge to fully open over Easter under stop/goNight closures resume on April 7.01 Apr 06:42 PM
New ZealandMetService morning weather update: April 2MetService morning weather update: April 2. Video / MetServiceWatch01 Apr 06:37 PM
CrimePolice allege man plotted to be country's 'most deadly mass shooter'Police say the 20-year-old emailed the threats to schools, police stations and Parliament.01 Apr 06:32 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Thursday, April 2, 2026Morning Headlines | Bill to loosen holiday alcohol laws and Luxon to unveil Cabinet reshuffle | Thursday, April 2, 2026. Video / NZ Herald, Getty Images, AFPWatch01 Apr 05:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNang sellers claim they didn’t know some of the deals they were doing were illegalTwenty-six shops spoken to after rise in sales of 2-3 litre canisters of nitrious oxide. 01 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandFuel price pressure increasing some council costs by up to 25%Roading and transporting solid waste are among the hardest-hit services.01 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionLNG v pumped hydro: Will NZ choose to import risk or build cleaner resilience?OPINION: Ditch LNG terminal and back Lake Onslow for true energy security.01 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Difference between life and death’: Waikato mum faces 9‑month transplant waitShe was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia just hours after a GP visit.01 Apr 05:00 PM
AucklandHow a single rural house sale turned into a $1.23m boost for disabled ridersNZRDA supports about 3000 disabled riders through more than 40 branches.01 Apr 04:00 PM
