New Zealand'It didn’t feel real': Farmer in shock after finding skeleton by highwayFarmer Clare Douglas said the skeleton was clothed and had work boots on.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Iranians have been begging the world to listen to them for yearsOPINION: Sitting in traffic is not only frustrating but also expensive, writes a reader.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Queenstown’s discreet ‘boutique’ escort agency for the ultra-wealthyIts escorts include women working in banking, government and hospitality.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Wall of poo': Minister warns Christchurch over ocean sewage proposalThe city wants to pipe one third of its sewage, only partially treated, out to sea.06 Mar 04:00 PM
AucklandSummer is back: Most of the country set for warm weekendAucklanders are advised to 'slip, slop, slap and wrap' ahead of a packed sporting weekend.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Ryan Lochte is an Olympic gold-winning athlete in which sport?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.06 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldMiddle East crisis: Israel launches 26 waves of strikes on Beirut overnightExplosions and flashes lit up the night sky over the Beirut southern suburbs.06 Mar 07:32 AM
New ZealandAussie tourist almost loses both legs during Philippines holidayThe woman was thrown into the water and pinned between large concrete blocks.06 Mar 07:00 AM
New Zealand'No longer safe to eat': Ghiotti chorizo recalled after incorrectly labelled use-by dateKiwis have been warned to dispose of or seek a refund for the Spanish-style chorizo.06 Mar 06:16 AM
New Zealand'I know where you guys live': Car thief tells victim after being caught by members of the publicThe Hamilton man brazenly got into gyms, stole car keys, and took off in the vehicles.06 Mar 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn Howard, Tim Ewing-Jarvie: National security can’t stay off the election agenda for another three yearsOPINION: War in the Middle East and Ukraine is already driving up fuel and import costs.06 Mar 05:43 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely not': Christopher Luxon defends his position as Prime MinisterChristopher Luxon defends his position as Prime Minister on Newstalk ZB's Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive show.Watch06 Mar 05:03 AM
New ZealandPush to ban fireworks on Tauranga beaches and other public placesA woman who lost a horse to a fireworks incident wants the focus to be on a wider ban.06 Mar 05:00 AM
WellingtonNurse whose son survived cancer now cannot get paid sick leave for own cancer treatmentJust five years ago, her young son was diagnosed with cancer himself. 06 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandHow new SH2 and SH35 hours will work for trips in and out of GisborneDrivers are urged to travel the Gorge from 5-7am or 6-8pm to avoid long delays.06 Mar 04:36 AM
New ZealandKiwis on track for for world shearing champs haul All six team members are now qualified for their semi-finals on Saturday.06 Mar 04:33 AM
New ZealandMeasles alert for Auckland Airport after case confirmed in overseas travellerHealth officials say the traveller was likely infected before visiting NZ.06 Mar 04:28 AM
SportBig names, big splashes: Celebs set for Z Manu grand final showdownFormer All Black Piri Weepu will headline the celebrity manu line-up.06 Mar 04:27 AM
New ZealandInside the first Chiefs squads and what today's team can still learn from themBrad Meurant and Jono Gibbes look into the past – and future.06 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandHow the latest poll puts Luxon and National under real pressureLabour, the Greens and Te Pāti Māori now edge the right bloc on these numbers.06 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandMongols lose cash and bling as court orders gang assets forfeitedRings and a gold chain, as well as $68,000 has been taken following police raids.06 Mar 04:00 AM
Auckland'No one should feel unsafe': Student beaten in random attack on North Shore bus rideA 36-year-old man arrested later in the day has been linked to the assault, police say.06 Mar 04:00 AM
PoliticsNational plunges to lowest poll as governing party in decadesNZ Herald political editor, Thomas Coughlan, is on The Front Page to break down what the numbers mean, and who could be on the chopping block.Watch06 Mar 03:55 AM
Entertainment'Feeling the love': Kesha spotted celebrating birthday with shirtless Highlanders starHighlanders back Taine Robinson is sidelined this week with a back injury.06 Mar 03:54 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisInside the day the question of Luxon’s exit moved from ‘if’ and closer to ‘when’ANALYSIS: National MPs have gone to ground amid fevered rumours.06 Mar 03:43 AM
New ZealandBay fans excited for Chiefs' long-awaited return to Hāngī PitThe Chiefs will face Moana Pasifika on April 11 after a plan to play in Tonga fell over.06 Mar 03:30 AM
ChristchurchChristchurch driver fined $600 for 'extremely loud exhaust'The 56-year-old man is also now facing a third drink-driving charge in court.06 Mar 03:08 AM
New ZealandSupermarket fines spark more backlash over car park time limitsSeveral $85 fines have been waived after shoppers proved lengthy big-basket trips.06 Mar 02:58 AM
New ZealandWhakatāne council braces for cost rises from Middle East unrestRates are set to rise 9.4% next year, despite calls for more relief.06 Mar 02:52 AM
Politics'Absolutely not': Luxon rubbishes talk of resignation after brutal poll for NationalIt is the National Party's worst poll result since November 2021.06 Mar 02:38 AM
New ZealandHigh Court upholds decision voiding Papatoetoe local electionJudge Richard McIlraith earlier found 79 votes were cast without voters' knowledge.06 Mar 02:18 AM
New ZealandNational sinks to lowest result in four years in new pollFriday’s poll was the worst result for National in the Taxpayers’ Union-Curia poll since 2021, the year the poll began. The next worst was 29.6%, which it received last year.Watch06 Mar 02:16 AM
Auckland'Toxic hazard': Carcass of rare whale being moved today, public warned of health riskThe local community has been thanked for its support and is now being asked to stay away.06 Mar 02:14 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: The largest battleships ever built belonged to which country?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.06 Mar 02:00 AM
