New ZealandMorning quiz: What is the capital city of Namibia?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBounce back: NZ’s adventure capital nears pre-Covid tourism highs ahead of big summerAustralia leads arrivals at 40%, with the US and China steadily increasing.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow the drug budget is spent, and what really people think about how it should be spentDr Rose Crossin is with us to take us through New Zealanders’ changing attitudes towards drug policy.Watch27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandBill Bailey on comedy, creativity and chaosEnglish comedian, actor and musician Bill Bailey joins Paula Bennett for a wide-ranging chat about his lifelong love of performance, the chaos of early comedy gigs and more.Watch27 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsKiwis want change as new report shows just 1.4% of annual drug budget for harm reductionPeople want a 1043% increase in the share of the drug budget for harm reduction - report.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Future farmers show off their lamb- and calf-rearing skillsReporter India is at Waimauku School’s Agricultural Day, where farmer kids have brought the cute calves and lovely lambs they’re hand-rearing to celebrate spring and win ribbons.Watch27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Cabinet arrogance and ‘high trust’ politics draw fireOPINION: A reader responds to Brooke van Velden’s attitude toward public consultation.27 Oct 11:00 AM
PoliticsMariameno Kapa-Kingi faces Te Pāti Māori suspension motionThe move to suspend her comes after weeks of turmoil.27 Oct 08:39 AM
New Zealand'Looks like it will intensify': Severe thunderstorm watch for upper North Island'There is quite a wide risk of thunderstorms tonight and into tomorrow.'27 Oct 07:53 AM
New ZealandSupermarket recall: Pams Te Kūiti cooked chook could make you crookThe supermarket is warning anyone who bought the chooks: 'Do not consume'. 27 Oct 07:01 AM
Christchurch14-year-old missing in Canterbury found safe and well Her family were deeply concerned for her welfare.27 Oct 06:56 AM
New Zealand'Danger to the public': Builder pocketed $25k in deposits for work he never undertookMultiple complaints have been lodged against Wellington builder Colby Kelly-Nash. 27 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandHelicopter rushes to Waikino after waterfall slip leaves one critically hurtEmergency services were called to Waikino about 2.30pm.27 Oct 05:16 AM
New ZealandSerious crash near Queenstown: Patient airlifted to hospitalThe road near Ben Lomond remains blocked as contractors work to clear it.27 Oct 04:39 AM
Politics'We follow through': Luxon says sending plane to wargames shows NZ 'not just spouting off'He's 'really proud' of New Zealand's work in the region.27 Oct 04:12 AM
New Zealand‘The evidence is overwhelming’: PI cleared after client’s AI-inspired complaintThe man sought a $2000 refund after claiming the PI’s report was ‘not fit for purpose’.27 Oct 04:00 AM
New Zealand'High-risk traffic offending': 23 arrests as South Akl league celebrations spill onto roadsPolice also issued 204 infringement notices for driving and road-related offences. 27 Oct 03:42 AM
New ZealandLong traffic queues as Aucklanders return from holiday; Labour Weekend road toll at twoMetService warns heavy rain, wind and snow could disrupt travel today.27 Oct 03:25 AM
New ZealandToxic tourist: Jellyfish warning for Auckland and Northland coasts as waters warm upNiwa’s Dr Dennis Gordon warns washed-up jellyfish may still sting.27 Oct 03:11 AM
New Zealand'I couldn't move': Diver's horror as he became tangled in dumped fishing lineJames Campbell wants to thank his quick‑acting rescuers: 'I could have been gone'.27 Oct 02:36 AM
New ZealandFacing dementia: Fear and stigma delay vital early diagnosisAn early dementia diagnosis lets whānau plan care and access crucial support, experts say.27 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.27 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak: Hundreds of close contacts at Wellington school as cases riseThe number of confirmed cases in the country has now risen to 10. 27 Oct 01:23 AM
AucklandWatch: Person filmed leaning out of car sunroof on Auckland motorwayPolice say the incident was reported to them and they are making inquiries.27 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentWho’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across AotearoaGrammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.27 Oct 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It's not just a Pōrangahau issue': With wildfires out, attention turns to preventionFirefighters aren't expecting flare-ups now, despite a strong wind watch.27 Oct 12:33 AM
New Zealand‘A tough few days’: Govt gives $150k to storm-ravaged Southland and CluthaThousands remain without power as a cold blast starts to hit already battered areas. 27 Oct 12:09 AM
New Zealand'Intense' retired surgeon fights against compulsory mental health treatment order The man was taken into a mental health treatment unit after concerns about his behaviour.27 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandTwo injured after car towing caravan collides with vehicle in Otago, SH1 blockedOne person has been left seriously injured, a Hato Hone St John spokeswoman says. 26 Oct 11:02 PM
Kahu‘A model worth expanding’: Bilingual course connects migrants with Māori cultureMigrants from 10 countries learned English and te reo in Rotorua.26 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandBrain meets tikanga: Parenting series rewires how whānau connectBlending neuroscience and tikanga Māori to support whānau across Aotearoa.26 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Youth with intellectual disabilities chart new course on iconic Northland shipNine Blomfield School students took part in the four-day All Hands on Deck voyage.26 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeMongrel Mob killer stabbed stranger at 16; now he's stabbed again in prisonKayleb Renata claimed carrying a shank in prison was necessary for protection.26 Oct 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Consider moving your trip forward': New weather warnings issued as storm nearsCold snap brings rain, wind and snow for Labour Day travellers.26 Oct 10:34 PM
