New ZealandAnother bank drops fixed home loan rate below 4.5% ahead of OCR decisionANZ's rate drop comes a day after BNZ cut its fixed home loan rates. 01 Oct 05:05 AM
New ZealandBoat burglar and serial fraudster's $466k crime spree over four years Bradley Croft, 42, amassed more than 50 charges over four years.01 Oct 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Fend for themselves': Farmer banned from owning deer after animal cruelty charges One deer had become tangled in a fence by its antlers and had to be euthanised.01 Oct 04:57 AM
New Zealand‘Terrified’: Elderly woman granted NZ residence after deportation battleHer son holds NZ national security clearance, making return to Iran unsafe.01 Oct 04:50 AM
PoliticsOutspoken Govt minister bites tongue on energy plan, Seymour says 'jihad on stability' led to issuesHe's largely keeping his views to himself.01 Oct 04:36 AM
New Zealand'Illegal operation': Former fisherman fined $50k for selling seaweed onlineThe offender had been selling 1000L containers of liquid seaweed fertiliser online.01 Oct 03:57 AM
New Zealand'A bit of relief': Timber industry welcomes 10% US tariffThe United States is New Zealand's third-largest export market and continues to grow.01 Oct 03:24 AM
New ZealandFirefighters to strike after pay offer rejected by 99% of unionThe NZPFU says Kiwi firefighters have not had a pay rise since July 2023.01 Oct 02:54 AM
New ZealandInside the secret world of Kiwis working on superyachtsNZ Superyacht Academy founder Alice Baker talks to NZ Herald's Eva de Jong the Ponsonby Cruising Club. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch01 Oct 02:43 AM
New Zealand‘Just jamming up all the lockers’ - rescue gear doesn't fit in new fire trucksFire crews say vital rescue gear had to be left piled on the station floor.01 Oct 02:07 AM
New ZealandGroup to celebrate 90 years helping Napier young people save livesThe Napier division of St John Youth is celebrating its 90th anniversary in October.01 Oct 02:04 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the technical term for a leopard's spots?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.01 Oct 02:00 AM
WellingtonWellington mayoral candidate says he’d quit and call in commissioners if council blocked his policiesKarl Tiefenbacher says he’d seek to replace the council if he can't deliver his goals.01 Oct 01:36 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Let them': Mel Robbins sells out NZ International Convention Centre twiceAbout 5700 people are set to attend two blockbuster shows in March.01 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandMagpies putting it all on the line in Manawatū NPC clashThe second-most experienced forward returns from injury for the big match.01 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Energy and earthquake-prone buildings with the PMChristopher Luxon, Bill Mouat and Hunter McGregor. 01 Oct 12:44 AM
Herald NOWFrom rugby boots to stillettos: Eden Park set to transform into a catwalk for Breast CancerEden Park’s famed rugby turf will become a runway for Fashion on the Field — the first-ever catwalk held on the stadium’s field, reports Katie Oliver.Watch01 Oct 12:43 AM
New Zealand'Explosive act of rage': Woman attacked with hammer after child seen eating cigarettesAttacker Sarangi Lim told police she intended to kill the woman she bashed with a hammer.01 Oct 12:42 AM
New ZealandFire destroys 29 vehicles, rubbish at property linked to unsolved murderPolice previously searched the property twice in the hunt for Jessica Boyce.01 Oct 12:42 AM
New Zealand'Not every death is a murder': Defence disputes that gun was used to killAnaru Moana’s body has never been found despite extensive police searches.01 Oct 12:28 AM
New Zealand'Thankfully, no police officers were injured': Patrol car damagedPolice say the vehicle had no registration plates and was travelling at speed.01 Oct 12:27 AM
New ZealandWellington mayoral candidate Karl Tiefenbacher vows to resign if unable to implement policiesTiefenbacher says he would resign as mayor and ask the Government to call in commissioners if his council stopped him from delivering on his policies. Video / Mark MitchellWatch01 Oct 12:07 AM
New ZealandPerson found dead on Mt TaranakiPolice say a visible presence will remain in the area today.30 Sep 11:53 PM
New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in suitcase on bus granted electronic bail, keeps name secretThe 27-year-old's next court appearance is in December. 30 Sep 11:39 PM
New ZealandChristmas Day for anglers: Trout fishing season opens on Rotorua lakes Hundreds of boats are expected on Lakes Rotoiti, Tarawera and Okataina today.30 Sep 11:26 PM
New Zealand Nigel Latta's final message to wife before death: 'Promise to find joy'The psychologist wrote a love letter to his wife before succumbing to stomach cancer.30 Sep 11:08 PM
New Zealand'Pride in our place': Locals rally for Hawke’s Bay Clean Up WeekCommunity helpers keep Central Hawke's Bay clean by clearing litter discarded on SH2. 30 Sep 10:59 PM
ChristchurchPolice release CCTV images of missing Chch teen Marley as search enters day sixPolice have been searching for the 17-year-old across ‘steep rocky cliffs and dense bush’.30 Sep 10:39 PM
New ZealandWhat it takes to be in New Zealand’s top 1% of wealthA household now needs at least $8.7m to be classed among the top 1%.30 Sep 10:32 PM
PoliticsEnergy Minister Simon Watts hits out at ‘bumper sticker’ policy ideasThe Government has rejected major recommendations to restructure the market. Video / Mark MitchellWatch30 Sep 10:19 PM
PoliticsDoes Government believe energy announcement is bold action?Ministers unveiled a package of changes to ensure security and supply of energy. Video / Mark MitchellWatch30 Sep 10:13 PM
New Zealand'Real concern': Expert says Kiwis won’t see 'material change' in power prices after Govt reviewThe Government's energy plans are 'tinkering around the edges' – Labour's Megan Woods.30 Sep 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the Boardroom'We've come through it': Honey sector eyes recovery after Covid collapseA new 15% US tariff poses a fresh challenge for mānuka honey sales.30 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandHighways closed, temps drop to sub-zero as cold snap sweeps up countrySnow is forecast to fall as low as 100m on several South Island roads.30 Sep 09:58 PM