New Zealand‘We are gonna get slammed’: Call for national population strategySmaller towns face 'hyper ageing' that will strain health, care, and local services.28 Apr 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘We are gonna get slammed’: Call for national population strategyPaul Spoonley unpacks the data, the risks of inaction, and what a credible strategy would look like for our cities, regions and prosperity.Watch28 Apr 04:55 AM
PoliticsGovernment announces deal with fuel company to secure more dieselDespite a dip in fuel levels, the Government maintains the fluctuations are normal.28 Apr 03:40 AM
New Zealand'Magical moment': Whale sighting kickstarts hapū-led marine research voyageYoung humpback surfaced just 3.5m from research vessel SV Resilience.28 Apr 03:37 AM
New ZealandFlaxmere master plan approved after years of planning'Finally, there is a clear path towards a town centre that reflects the pride, identity.'28 Apr 03:25 AM
New ZealandGreen light for $47m rebuild to raise key Hawke’s Bay power hub out of way of floods'We made a commitment to the people of Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti.'28 Apr 03:22 AM
New ZealandMāori rugby great dies in crash on way to Anzac dawn serviceHe captained the Māori All Blacks and played 156 games for Bay of Plenty.28 Apr 03:21 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What colour are the least expensive properties on a typical Monopoly board?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.28 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Koha': Trusted employee steals $823k from charity The woman, in her 40s, put money from a Waikato organisation into her personal accounts.28 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand53yo man named as victim of fatal Southland crash as police seek witnesses, videoPolice are seeking dashcam footage from drivers who were in the area at the time.28 Apr 02:43 AM
New ZealandTwo vehicle crash south of Christchurch leaves one seriously injured, roads blockedEmergency services were called about 12.15pm to Boundary Rd and Springs Rd.28 Apr 02:38 AM
Auckland'Shocking': Video of alleged abuse of dogs at South Auckland property leads to arrestA puppy and two dogs were removed from the man's custody and checked over by a vet.28 Apr 02:35 AM
New ZealandRoad closure alert: Two-day detour as crews assess slip Traffic will be detoured via SH29A, Cameron Rd and Maleme St during work in Tauranga.28 Apr 02:30 AM
New ZealandRolling the dice on dairy: Monopoly gets a Kiwi farming twistPlayers move through real dairy regions and key moments, such as calving and milk pick-up.28 Apr 02:20 AM
Auckland'Traumatised': Residents given green light to return to landslide-hit apartments, further investigations comingThe Waiwera residents were evacuated early on Friday morning.28 Apr 01:52 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Todd McClay on signing FTA with IndiaOn today: Todd McClay, Kate Acland, Todd Charteris, Caleb Nicolson, and Dougie Haynes. 28 Apr 01:51 AM
New ZealandFour boys going shark fishing at PāuanuiFour boys in Pāuanui have gone viral after fishing a shark on to the beach at Pāuanui yesterday, then casually pulling the hook out of its mouth and letting it go.Watch28 Apr 01:30 AM
New ZealandNZ military plane that China accused of 'harassment' spots possible illicit activityThe P-8A Poseidon aircraft has been patrolling the Yellow Sea and East China Sea.28 Apr 01:27 AM
New ZealandTwo overnight burglaries hit Christchurch businesses within minutesPolice were called to the first burglary about 1.50am.28 Apr 01:15 AM
AucklandHeart of the City chief executive Viv Beck stood down from roleBeck has headed the business association for 10 years.28 Apr 01:14 AM
Auckland‘Total loss’: Blaze guts vacant Auckland warehouse, dark smoke sparks warningsOver a dozen Fire and Emergency NZ crews responded to the blaze.28 Apr 01:04 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conferenceChristopher Luxon holds a post-Cabinet press conferenceWatch28 Apr 12:58 AM
New ZealandGlendene fire quickly contained, assistant area commander saysCulperry Rd, Glendene was blocked at both ends by police as firefighters contained the blaze. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Apr 12:48 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist killed in South Canterbury crash named as 35-year-old localEmergency services were called to Factory Rd near Temuka about 7.50pm on April 22.28 Apr 12:45 AM
New Zealand'Don't keep repeating history': Parliamentary briefing launched on food plant closures and job lossesGreen MP Steve Abel wants the process to include affected communities.28 Apr 12:20 AM
Ryan Bridge TODAYWhy the Beijing motor show matters to NZ | Ryan Bridge TODAYNordEast group manager Dane Fisher speaks to Ryan Bridge about why the Beijing Motor Show matters to New Zealand. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch28 Apr 12:19 AM
New ZealandSon jailed after neglect caused mum's deathA decade of care, then collapse: the case was described as a 'tragedy' for everyone.28 Apr 12:05 AM
New Zealand'Predatory offending': Woman charged after alleged hospital bedside theft spreePolice say hospital patients had belongings stolen while receiving treatment.28 Apr 12:03 AM
New ZealandMan, 23, named as victim after fatal fleeing driver crash in InvercargillPolice say they tried to stop the car minutes before it crashed in Invercargill.28 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand‘Tales that demanded telling’: NZ historian on ‘important’ stories of the SAS in AfghanistanAuthor Ron Crosby says it’s important Kiwis hear of the heroism of our SAS.27 Apr 11:54 PM
New ZealandQueenstown’s landscape at risk as wilding pine funding falls short'Why would you bail a boat for 100 years if you could fix the leak?'27 Apr 10:54 PM
New ZealandBlack smoke billows from large Auckland fireA large blaze was burning in West Auckland, sending smoke over the city. Video / SuppliedWatch27 Apr 10:30 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate Rotorua dental surgery fireThe fire began in a rubbish bin before spreading into the roof space.27 Apr 10:14 PM
New ZealandHands-on farm academy keeping teens in school and on the landPutting up fences, riding farm bikes and wielding chainsaws are part of the curriculum.27 Apr 10:09 PM
