New ZealandFire crews hopeful weather helps contain Pōrangahau blazeOne blaze remains uncontained on the outskirts of Pōrangahau.23 Oct 08:03 PM
New ZealandMeasles alert after ferry trip sparks nationwide exposure warningHealth NZ says six active measles cases are confirmed across the country.23 Oct 08:01 PM
New ZealandWhakarewarewa club fire: Investigators zero in on possible causeThe development comes amid an outpouring of support.23 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandKing Charles and Pope Leo XIV pray together in historic Vatican serviceThe King and Queen joined the Pope for an ecumenical service in the Sistine Chapel. Video / AFPWatch23 Oct 07:32 PM
EntertainmentRainbow's End brings back a classicHerald entertainment reporter Mitch Hageman checks out the return of the pirate ship. Video / Herald NOWWatch23 Oct 07:28 PM
New ZealandThe voice behind some of the most iconic characters in HollywoodJim Cummings is Disney’s most prolific voice performer, with over 1,545 roles including Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Darkwing Duck, Pete and Hondo Ohnaka. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Oct 07:21 PM
Herald NOWAuckland FC prepare for first home game of A-League seasonNick Becker the CEO of Auckland FC joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Oct 07:01 PM
Herald NOWWeather: Your Labour weekend forecastMetService Head of Weather News Heather Keats with the outlook for the long weekend. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Oct 06:54 PM
New ZealandDoctor collapses 'mid-procedure' after six hours with no break, nurse claims'We need to get rid of this coalition Government,' one teacher aide said.23 Oct 06:53 PM
Herald NOWAuckland bus fire: Should we be worried about lithium batteries?AUT Professor of Electronic Engineering Adnan Al-Anbuky speaks to Herald NOW about lithium batteries. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Oct 06:44 PM
New ZealandPahīatua woman found dead was 'devoted' to familyKaren Gilbert-Palmer was found dead at her Arthur St home on October 15.23 Oct 06:39 PM
Herald NOWJason Holland steps down from All Blacks assistant coaching roleNZ Herald Rugby Writer Gregor Paul speaks to Herald NOW about Jason Holland's decision to step away from assistant coaching role. Video / Herald NowWatch23 Oct 06:37 PM
BoxingWin or bust: Why Joseph Parker must win to gain dream world title shotJoseph Parker’s trainer Andy Lee says the dream is over if the Kiwi heavyweight doesn’t win this weekend. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Oct 06:10 PM
New Zealand'In the prime of life': Pāpāmoa couple's heartbreak with young-onset dementiaWatching an interview about actor Bruce Willis, Jacqui remembers thinking, 'that’s Kevin'.23 Oct 06:02 PM
New ZealandDaily Weather Update: October 24 2025Daily Weather Update: October 24 2025. Video / MetServiceWatch23 Oct 06:02 PM
New ZealandAmber alert 'resolved' after autistic 5-year-old boy reported missingPolice issued the alert in the early hours of this morning.23 Oct 06:00 PM
SportDaily Sport Update: October 24 2025Daily Sport Update: October 24 2025. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Oct 05:55 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Wild weather warnings come for the long weekendNZ Herald Morning News Update | Wild weather warnings come for the long weekend and NZ's health system is under stress. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Oct 05:50 PM
Auckland'Stark reminder': Wayne Brown mourns death of Akl bus driver as Tāmaki Drive reopensThe crashed bus was removed from the scene last night.23 Oct 05:37 PM
New Zealand13-year-old has major surgery after swallowing 100 magnets bought on TemuSurgeons at Tauranga Hospital removed part of the boy’s bowel.23 Oct 05:35 PM
New ZealandTairua residents call for long-term dredging plan amid safety concernsThe call follows at least four vessels running aground on the sandbar this year.23 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhilippa Howden-Chapman: Why ideology won’t house the disadvantagedOPINION: Over 25,000 New Zealand children are hospitalised each year due to poor housing.23 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow long will spring’s wild winds keep roaring across the country?Another burst of severe weather is forecast to arrive from Labour Day.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: In what country would you find the Nazca Lines?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow long will spring’s wild winds keep roaring across the country?NIWA principal scientist Chris Brandolino is with us to take us through what’s causing this stormy weather, and whether there is light at the end of the tunnel.Watch23 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonAmalgamation bells ringing – will Wellington councils finally tie the knot?Local Government Minister Simon Watts says he would 'welcome' reorganisation.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: MetService forecasts calmer weekend before more severe weather next weekAnother bout of heavier rain and stronger winds is lining NZ up.23 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: It’s time for all cultures in the House to be fully embracedOPINION: We should celebrate the nation’s diversity.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Don’t bite the hands that heal you': 100,000 public sector workers walk off the jobWind gusts up to 150km/h forced rallies in Wellington and Canterbury to be cancelled.23 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Should children under 14 be banned from playing contact sports?OPINION: Experts are sounding alarm bells, and everyone should listen.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwis face night without power, voluntary evacuation notices in place after day of weather chaosExtreme winds and heavy rain leave thousands without power; rising rivers prompt alert.23 Oct 09:03 AM
New Zealand'We need to act now': MP pushes law change on deepfake exploitationLaura McClure says Netsafe receives daily reports from victims of deepfake image abuse.23 Oct 07:38 AM
New ZealandPolice arrest man after armed standoff in Nelson’s Maitai areaOfficers, including the AOS and police negotiation team, were called around 3.30pm.23 Oct 06:57 AM
New ZealandGreymouth faces critical water shortage after storm power failureA 12,000-litre tanker from Hokitika was coming in to provide limited water to residents.23 Oct 06:34 AM
