New ZealandMan shot in Te Kauwhata, three arrested after firearm foundPolice say the man was shot at a Te Kauwhata address now under investigation.25 Feb 09:24 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYThe end of the Kiwi drinking culture?With alcohol consumption down 8.4%, we find out why people are drinking less. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch25 Feb 09:23 PM
New ZealandMount cafes beg for rates relief after deadly Mauao landslide hits tradeMayor Mahé Drysdale says the council is still deciding if relief rules apply.25 Feb 09:19 PM
New ZealandRoading rethink: Residents push council to keep smooth asphalt over chipsealAbout 95% of those residents opposed replacing the smooth asphalt with chipseal.25 Feb 09:02 PM
New Zealand‘Get out’: Winston Peters’ message to all Kiwis in Iran as threat of war heightens Foreign Affairs Minister says Iran 'should most definitely not' have a nuclear programme.25 Feb 08:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMoebius syndrome: Auckland influencer Tayla Clement on living without a smileTayla Clement, 28, is an influencer, model, and athlete with Moebius syndrome, causing facial paralysis. Clement was born with the condition, which means she cannot smile.Watch25 Feb 08:00 PM
Herald NOWDaily panel: Cash; Coward punches and workplace bullyingGirlBoss CEO Alexia Hilbertidou and BBM founder Dave Letele debate the top stories of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch25 Feb 07:53 PM
New ZealandEight taken to hospital after serious crash in rural Hawke's BayEmergency services were called to Puketitiri Rd about 6.25am.25 Feb 07:52 PM
New ZealandTaupō river float turns rescue as seven pulled from waterFour men got into trouble: three people jumped in to help. 25 Feb 07:52 PM
New ZealandWhy it takes so long to sell a house, and how to speed things upOneRoof's Catherine Smith says leaky homes, lack of parking, or bad neighbours could be warding off buyers.Watch25 Feb 07:50 PM
New Zealand'Like bringing back jazzercise and legwarmers': Banking sector pans call for 1000 more branches, ATMsIndustry players are keen for discussion but don't think more ATMs are the solution.25 Feb 07:49 PM
New ZealandLabour MPs dust off gumboots for annual Federated Farmers meetingLabour's Jo Luxton is promising a reset after farmers felt 'too much too fast'.25 Feb 07:43 PM
New ZealandKiwi start-up Wayve helping take Uber's robo-taxis to LondonWayve co-founder Alex Kendall on the Kiwi tech behind Uber's self-driving cars, set to rollout in London in the near future.Watch25 Feb 07:41 PM
Herald NOWEpstein files: Fresh Trump accusationsDonald Trump has been accused of sexually abusing a minor in missing Epstein files. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch25 Feb 07:30 PM
New ZealandDisgraced GP turned tutor trespassed from top college amid bullying, harassment claimsStaff at Mount Albert Grammar School said they felt bullied and threatened by Rhys Cullen.25 Feb 07:21 PM
WellingtonLyall Bay residents fear neglected Queen's Drive property is a danger to passersbyWellington City Council has logged complaints about the site since 1997.25 Feb 07:20 PM
New ZealandNorthland local says Christopher Luxon must do more in wake of dog attacksNorthland Local Democracy Reporter Susan Botting joins Ryan Bridge TODAY.Watch25 Feb 07:19 PM
New ZealandReserve Bank pushes for banks provide cash services to customersThe Reserve Bank wants to introduce more ATMs – ideally within walking distance if you’re in an urban area.Watch25 Feb 07:02 PM
Herald NOWNZ national cybersecurity strategy overdue; Hegseth threatens to draft Claude; Ōhakea 24-7Business with Forsyth Barr: NZ download new security cert, cyberstrat out of date; Anthropic blinks in US Defence showdown; Ōhakea will be emergency standby for civil aviation.Watch25 Feb 06:53 PM
Herald NOWCustomer abuse of hospitality and tourism workers nearly doubles in just a yearStudy co-author David Williamson reveals why bullying has spiked in hospitality and tourism. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch25 Feb 06:53 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt hails falling social housing demand – but officials say data's unreliableConcerns about the social housing register data were revealed in an OIA request. 25 Feb 06:45 PM
New ZealandCha-ching! Big Lotto win for GisbornePowerball rolls over to Saturday night with a jackpot of $6m on offer.25 Feb 06:43 PM
Herald NOWBarrister weighs in on the Hauraki Gulf political stoushChris Finlayson reveals who's on stronger legal ground amid the Hauraki Gulf debate. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch25 Feb 06:43 PM
PoliticsGovt deciding whether US should get access to New Zealanders' biometric dataNZ risks losing visa-free US travel if it refuses the new data-sharing deal.25 Feb 06:40 PM
AucklandMan dies next to motorbike at rural Auckland shared driveway, police probe deathHe was dead when police showed up around 9pm.25 Feb 06:32 PM
Herald NOWUFC coach calls for tougher coward punch penalties | Herald NOWEugene Bareman explains why coward punch offenders need tougher punishments. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch25 Feb 06:22 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters: 'High potential' for war between U.S and IranMinister of Foreign Affairs Winston Peters has placed travel bans on some Iranian ministers.Watch25 Feb 06:16 PM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, February 26, 2026Morning Headlines | Expert slams Reserve Bank plan, Covid inquiry phase two report delivered today and dairy sector delivers record year | Thursday, February 26, 2026Watch25 Feb 06:01 PM
New ZealandSingle male Oriental fruit fly discovered in Papatoetoe in AucklandLegal controls on fruit and vegetable movements will be detailed within 24 hours.25 Feb 05:36 PM
New ZealandPolice called to murder mystery train ride for real-life intervention'They put her in the back of the car and she was screaming, absolutely screaming.'25 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay short film aims to make region a film powerhouseThe team seeks $18,000 in crowd funding and plans to shoot at Ocean Beach and Waimārama.25 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandMove targets late-night booze sale loophole Council consults on closing a loophole that lets some off-licences sell alcohol later.25 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNathan Seiuli: Blunt approach with move-on order could lead to bigger problemsOPINION: Civil group Pillar argues targeted support, not blunt powers, cuts homelessness. 25 Feb 04:54 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Removing Andrew from the line of succession must happen for a modern monarchyOPINION: Both Australia and New Zealand have said they would support such a move.25 Feb 04:15 PM
