New Zealand'Very sorry': Otago University apologises after error found in law examExam invigilators told students about the error 50 minutes into the exam.28 Oct 07:18 AM
New ZealandMurder-accused: 'I didn’t realise I had actually shot him' James Arthur Holder told the court the gun fired as he fought David Bridgwater.28 Oct 07:00 AM
PoliticsLabour’s free GP visit policy: Doctors sceptical but party confident of capacity The policy would be funded by a capital gains tax.28 Oct 06:24 AM
New ZealandBaby girl had just been diagnosed with reflux when her father killed her He has since been jailed. Now a coroner is now looking into whether changes are needed.28 Oct 06:15 AM
New Zealand'Blowing a gale': Yachts ground at Mt MaunganuiThey grounded during strong westerlies and gusts.28 Oct 05:26 AM
PoliticsMore meat: The market of 700 million people NZ is strengthening ties to'This will be your new market,' one world leader said.28 Oct 05:14 AM
New ZealandHomeless woman accused of assaulting elderly person, stealing her glassesKurai Monoa Smith, 39, appeared in court over the alleged daylight incident in the CBD.28 Oct 05:00 AM
Crime'Double-crossed': Grave was already dug for teen in mafia-like 'hit', jury toldThree Head Hunters-affiliated defendants allegedly lured him to a 3m-deep hole. 28 Oct 04:55 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori MP's son claims legal action begins as rift with party deepensMP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi is reportedly facing a suspension motion.28 Oct 04:44 AM
TalanoaSamoa urges parents to vaccinate children to avoid 'another outbreak'Samoa and the Cook Islands have issued measles-related travel and public health alerts.28 Oct 04:34 AM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak numbers grow to 11 after Wellington case foundOne case is linked to overseas travel while the remaining 10 were contracted locally.28 Oct 04:06 AM
New ZealandCall the pawlice: Cat burglar pinches clothes in CambridgeKevin the cat has a weakness for gardening gloves and bathing suits.28 Oct 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Inappropriate': Teacher falls pregnant after becoming caregiver for teen she used to teachShe proceeded with an application to become his caregiver, despite advice against it.28 Oct 03:59 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Labour's CGT sets small target but has big loopholes - including family homeOPINION: Labour's capital gains tax sets a small target for its critics. 28 Oct 03:58 AM
New ZealandPolice helicopter crew in multiple Labour Weekend water rescuesA missing diver was found in Manukau Harbour after over an hour of searching.28 Oct 03:41 AM
New ZealandOne seriously injured after Waikato highway crash, road closedEmergency services were called just after 2.30pm.28 Oct 03:31 AM
ChristchurchFoodstuffs to trial facial recognition in three Christchurch supermarketsThe three-store pilot begins in Christchurch from tomorrow.28 Oct 03:11 AM
New ZealandPolice warn motorists: Don’t stop for hitchhiker as fugitive remains on runJeremy Robertson is still at large after the Pahīatua homicide.28 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandYoung mum diagnosed with incurable cancer just months after mum's own bad newsHer diagnosis came only months after her mother was found to have breast cancer.28 Oct 02:39 AM
New ZealandLabour slammed over plan to use capital gains tax for free GP visitsNational, Act and New Zealand First say Labour’s tax proposal risks choking economic growth, while Labour argues the revenue would provide relief for struggling families.Watch28 Oct 02:32 AM
New ZealandMetService weather: October 28, 2025MetService weather: October 28, 2025Watch28 Oct 02:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDon Kennedy: My photo shows just how close to disaster Liam Lawson and F1 cameOPINION: 'The cheering of the crowd turned to sounds of horror behind me.'28 Oct 02:24 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is a group of sea otters in water called?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.28 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandCommunities rally after wild storm leaves thousands without electricity for daysMore than 8000 properties remain without power across Southland and Otago.28 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandLightning strike that cut power to HB and Gisborne hit power lines near TaupōTranspower has shared more details about the lightning strike that cut power to thousands.28 Oct 01:47 AM
New Zealand'I love them to pieces': Keeping the Clydesdale spirit aliveWith 750 registered, Clydesdales in New Zealand are regarded as an “at-risk” breed.28 Oct 01:26 AM
New Zealand'We should be proud': Two Kiwis awarded Ukrainian Order of Merit“I initially thought it was some kind of fake thing."28 Oct 01:14 AM
New ZealandTemu says it can’t verify link to magnets that led to boy’s major surgeryTemu says it’s been unable to confirm if the banned magnets came from its site.28 Oct 01:05 AM
New ZealandSevere wind gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, spring snow dusts Canterbury, NZDF deployedTranspower declared a grid emergency after a lightning strike cut supply.28 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandKeep out: Walkers and cyclists ignoring construction site warningsEach intrusion forces crews to halt flood protection work28 Oct 12:46 AM
New ZealandLabour's capital gains tax on The CountryMark Mitchell, Katie Milne, Cameron Bagrie, Damien O'Connor, and Phil Duncan. 28 Oct 12:46 AM
New ZealandPart of Tāmaki Drive is closed for hīkoi in support of tangata whenua and workers’ rightsEastbound lanes of Tāmaki Drive have been closed for a hīkoi in support of tangata whenua and workers' rights. Video / Dean PurcellWatch28 Oct 12:46 AM
New ZealandNew evidence prompts renewed appeal over Ross Appelgren murder caseJulie Appelgren has reignited her late husband's long-stalled murder appeal.28 Oct 12:39 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Snow dusting the South IslandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Snow dusting the South Island, Labour’s capital gains tax, Social media ban for under-16s.Watch28 Oct 12:37 AM
