PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Enough with the hand-wringing, here's how to help Auckland prosperOPINION: Fresh thinking, a spot of courage and a good plan - what else does Auckland need?12 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovt warned of risks to breaking up polytech merger: 'Similar, if not worse' financialsA paper said the proposed future appears to be similar, if not worse.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandRecognising the state of Palestine: What does it actually mean?An expert says NZ should use its independence to push for effective, balanced solutions.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: How old is Russian President Vladimir Putin?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Go from garbage to gorgeous and save the planet!Reporter Mylah-Rose is at Eye On Nature 2025, a fashion show where kids can win big bucks using recycled materials to make stunning garments that will blow your socks off.Watch12 Aug 05:00 PM
AucklandWayne Brown urges Govt to reconsider bed levy amid 'grim' Akl economy dataAuckland's unemployment rate has hit 6.1% and is the highest in New Zealand.12 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsYouth justice meth use & fight clubs? OT can't find evidence to back Labour MP's claimsHerald obtains Children Minister's letters to Willow-Jean Prime. See what they say.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy NZ should take a nuanced path to Palestine recognitionToday on The Front Page, University of Otago senior politics professor Dr Leon Goldsmith is with us to unpack the complexities of this never-ending conflict.Watch12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHomeless woman blames medication for public sex actThe woman, 32, admitted doing an indecent act on Pukuatua St.12 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandGloriavale leader Howard Temple resignsHe was convicted of sexual offences against girls and women.12 Aug 07:36 AM
New ZealandTwo more people arrested over Tyreece Te Pairi's deathThe pair appeared in the Hamilton District Court today.12 Aug 06:19 AM
New Zealand'Ultimate abuse': Man who lived with girlfriend's dead body for a month granted paroleGordon Hieatt strangled his girlfriend in 2009 and became eligible for parole in 2020.12 Aug 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely terrified': Friend breaks silence as Kiwi mum and 6yo child detained at US borderSarah Shaw and her son were detained at the US-Canada border three weeks ago.12 Aug 06:00 AM
Crime'Catastrophic mistaken ID' led to innocent bystander's death, jury toldThe teen made a fatal misjudgment but he's not a "hood rat", his lawyer said. 12 Aug 05:57 AM
New ZealandAuckland student rugby player cleared over red-card incident that led to sideline brawlPolice were called to a 3rd XV clash between Auckland Grammar and De La Salle College.12 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandMillennial candidate calls for fresh leadership in Gisborne electionsWalker, a Green Party member, first ran in 2022, receiving 322 votes.12 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Death dive' NZ record broken in MajorcaTauranga's Flynn Chisholm breaks the New Zealand record for a Døds dive, leaping from a 40m cliff in Majorca. Video / Instagram @fizzysendsWatch12 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice name 'treasured Mema' as Desert Rd crash victimThe two-vehicle collision happened about 1.10pm on June 7.12 Aug 04:50 AM
New ZealandPassengers wait at Waitemata Station as trains suspendedCommuters wait on a full train as infrastructure issues suspend train operations.Watch12 Aug 04:48 AM
AucklandCommuter chaos as infrastructure issues disrupt Auckland train servicesOnehunga services are suspended until 11.59pm.12 Aug 04:47 AM
ChristchurchTwo youths arrested after serious assault in quiet Christchurch suburbPolice said a further six youths face charges over unrelated matters.12 Aug 04:41 AM
WellingtonTeen 'traumatised' after dentist accidentally sliced open her numb lipThe 14-year-old needed stitches after a piece of dental equipment cut her lip open.12 Aug 04:30 AM
New ZealandPolice name 88-year-old who died after Tauranga crashRobert William Norman MacGibbon died after a May 9 accident in Tauriko. 12 Aug 04:30 AM
New ZealandChlöe Swarbrick booted from House during Palestine speechSpeaker Gerry Brownlee told her to leave the House for the rest of the week due to her remarks. Video / Parliament VideoWatch12 Aug 04:30 AM
New Zealand'In your face': NBA star Steven Adams brings fun to hometown campMore than 500 kids, aged 8-14, attended Adams' first camp in Rotorua.12 Aug 04:17 AM
New ZealandCyclist in critical condition after Tāmaki Drive accidentEmergency services were called about 3pm – no other vehicles were involved.12 Aug 04:02 AM
New Zealand'Tough and tricky disease': NZ's largest farm battles bovine TB againMolesworth Station was delcared free of bovine TB earlier this year.12 Aug 03:50 AM
PoliticsWatch: Swarbrick booted from House for rest of week over Palestine speechGerry Brownlee said her statements were "completely unacceptable".12 Aug 03:49 AM
New ZealandTake a punt on the line-up: Popular music festival selling early tickets for $60Outfield's co-founders don't want financial barriers to get in the way of festival fun. 12 Aug 03:47 AM
New Zealand'Stopped me in my tracks': Christchurch couple's plans for $20m Lotto win'I made my husband check our ticket at 3am – just to be sure.'12 Aug 03:40 AM
New Zealand'Fight of my life': Waikato fisherman reels in catch of a lifetimeAfter 18 hours on the boat and no bites, he almost went home empty-handed.12 Aug 03:35 AM
Crime'Shocked and saddened': School staffer robbed by armed teens in broad daylightPolice said the public should remain vigilant and report suspicious behaviour in the area.12 Aug 03:11 AM
New Zealand'Economic incentive to burn': Fine for smoky winter burnoff criticised'$300 is not a deterrent. It’s actually an economic incentive to burn,' Rex Graham says.12 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What's the name of the scale used to measure the spice level of peppers?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.12 Aug 03:00 AM
