New ZealandHow to stop rising power prices hitting your wallet this yearConsumer NZ’s Powerswitch Manager Paul Fuge is with The Front Page to break down why power companies pass on steep network hikes, and what households can do.Watch11 Feb 03:55 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Nicola Willis' Reserve Bank inquiry asks right questions at wrong time OPINION: The Government's inquiry probes very apt terrain but is cynically timed. 11 Feb 03:54 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand 'deeply concerned' about damage to Kiwi graves in two Gaza war cemeteries IDF destroyed 20 graves of Kiwi soldiers who died in both World War I and II.11 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandWhakatāne rates rise stays at 9.4% as council opts to plug deficit over cutsSix of 11 councillors favour putting $1m into debt reduction and $700,000 aside.11 Feb 03:00 AM
WellingtonOfficial silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failureThe Wellington Water boss revealed there were potential signals of trouble at the plant.11 Feb 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Reckless actions': Police believe Rānui house fire caused by flareInvestigators are looking for two people seen running from the area before the fire began.11 Feb 02:59 AM
Christchurch Man charged after broad daylight attack on Christchurch streetPolice don't believe there are any further threats to public safety.11 Feb 02:58 AM
New ZealandDunedin man loses $525k in alleged 18-year romance scam, woman chargedPolice allege the scam began online in 2006 and ran for 18 years.11 Feb 02:49 AM
AucklandJudge allegedly spoke in a 'threatening and aggressive manner' at NZ First Northern Club partyThe judge's husband allegedly 'loitered' for 20 minutes before accosting Winston Peters. 11 Feb 02:49 AM
Wellington'Beautiful lady': Woman who died in Kāpiti Coast remembered as 'strong' and a 'soul searcher''She was a soul searcher and a believer in the stars'.11 Feb 02:03 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: In what borough of New York City would you find Wall Street?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.11 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Labour's policy vacuum risks handing the agenda to the GreensOPINION: Labour needs to come up with its own ideas before the election.11 Feb 02:00 AM
PoliticsFinance Minister Nicola Willis grilled over new RBNZ inquiryIt will look into COVID-era money printing. Video / Mark MitchellWatch11 Feb 01:50 AM
New ZealandThe Country celebrates National Lamb Day at ParliamentCast of 1000s, including Winston Peters, David Seymour, Christopher Luxon, Chris Hipkins.11 Feb 01:45 AM
New ZealandCause of school bus fire in Northland revealedNineteen students and the bus driver escaped the fire on Monday afternoon.11 Feb 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘He did the time’: Publisher defends paedophile Ron Brierley's new bookThe business titan's new memoir doesn't mention his child sex abuse crimes.11 Feb 01:28 AM
New Zealand'Out of character': Police hold serious concerns for missing Southland farmer Kevin Belling, 62, was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm on January 9.11 Feb 01:07 AM
CrimeExpert questions how guilty plea would stop mosque gunman's 'suffering' in jail An Australian expert says the man knew he would be detained for life, regardless of plea.11 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandSafety restrictions eased on four homes after slipHomeowners must fund fresh geotechnical reports with their insurers.11 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandHelicopter and 28 firefighters battle landfill blaze near Waikato schoolNine fire trucks, including water tankers, are at the Tirohia blaze.11 Feb 12:46 AM
New ZealandA stolen car, a drive to Hawke's Bay: Police say CBD raid of jewellery store began 'out of town'An arrest has been made after a suspected getaway car was found in Taupō.11 Feb 12:43 AM
CrimeRare sentence ordered for teen killer who shot four others amid feudKayden Stanaway claimed his family had been terrorised for months by the victim. 11 Feb 12:42 AM
PoliticsGovt instigates surprise inquiry into Reserve Bank’s $55b Covid money-printing Finance Minister Nicola Willis has announced a surprise review of Reserve Bank actions. 11 Feb 12:38 AM
New ZealandPolice seek CCTV as stabbed Hastings man fights for life in hospital Officers arrived at the address and found a man with 'severe injuries'.11 Feb 12:26 AM
New ZealandTeen’s stolen e-bike 7km ‘reckless run’ leads police though motorway into football matchThe 15-year-old evaded police before falling off the bike in Castor Bay.11 Feb 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLiquified natural gas levy 'likely be passed on to' consumers, officials warned Official advice to the Government has been revealed on the controversial levy.10 Feb 11:03 PM
Wellington'What is the point?': Pet bonds leave renters paying more while carrying riskMore than 1700 pet bonds have already been lodged through Tenancy Services since December.10 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Drone footage captures widespread slips on MauaoA 30m maritime exclusion zone and permanent fencing now ring the maunga.10 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandSenior Navy officer found not guilty of encouraging junior to kiss herThe charge carried a maximum penalty of up to two years in prison.10 Feb 10:58 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026Watch10 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandMan in critical condition after 10m fall from University of Otago buildingThe incident happened in Dunedin just after midnight. 10 Feb 10:51 PM
New ZealandNeighbours bang on doors as fire engulfs roof of Auckland home, police investigating A scene guard remains at the Vino Cina Heights property as detectives probe the blaze.10 Feb 10:49 PM
Politics'National can get home with Luxon': Sir John Key shares blueprint for PM to win tight electionThe former PM urges National MPs to stick with Luxon and avoid a late leadership swap.10 Feb 10:47 PM
New ZealandHigh-profile former mayor takes key role in Tauranga’s council governanceThe committee oversees council finances, governance and key risk controls.10 Feb 10:26 PM
