PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt considering 'demolition' for Chateau Tongariro, deemed a ‘fiscal risk’ in Budget 2025Options are being investigated for the site, 'including demolition'.02 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsWorkSafe shake-up starts with hotline for ‘overzealous’ road cone useRoad cone hotline for public to report excessive cone use launches today.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: The new Lego masters are crowned at the Great Brick CompetitionReporter Sava is at the Great Brick Competition in Auckland, where kids are challenged to see who can build the most epic pads for their mini-figures. Video / Kea Kids NewsWatch02 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Kids left to their own devices prefer social-media's blue lightOPINION: Hugh Grant's social-media lashing a timely tirade. 02 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Politician's outburst reveals prejudiceOPINION: Chris Bishop’s behaviour hits the wrong note at music awards02 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Bad faith’: Govt pulls funding for rollout of ‘desperately needed’ justice programme before review finishesGovernment ditches waiting for a review of Te Ao Mārama, banking $32m in savings instead.02 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$151k for a bed - but it's not for sleeping on'It is a very rare piece, not only for New Zealand, but also internationally.'02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMedia fight to report nature of top cop's alleged objectionable materialThe material was found on Jevon McSkimming's work computer before he resigned.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWarm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing tempsMetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandLabubu dolls are taking over: Are they just the latest 'must have', or signs of economic uncertainty? The 'ugly Chinese trolls' are flying off shelves - but what is driving the trend? 02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne person with critical injuries after Hamilton crash involving car and pedestrianEmergency services were called at 7.12pm.02 Jun 07:59 AM
New Zealand'We were all feeling it': Emotional tribute to slain teen at league tournamentKaea's parents received the carved tewhatewha from the Pikiao team.02 Jun 06:59 AM
New Zealand'Greatest show on earth': Dazzling aurora display may return tonightThe aurora was visible across much of New Zealand on Sunday night.02 Jun 06:56 AM
New ZealandWatch: Emergency services respond after woman falls 20m at popular Auckland beachShe was critically injured and taken to Auckland City Hospital.02 Jun 06:54 AM
New ZealandBadly injured man spends nearly eight hours trapped in tractor by fallen treeThe man was airlifted to hospital with critical injuries. 02 Jun 06:18 AM
Crime'Cry for help': Man's confession exposes dark addictionJudge Rielly: 'His confession was a cry for help, but doesn't excuse his actions.'02 Jun 06:13 AM
New ZealandCritical Westpac rescue mission at Musick PointAt around 3:50pm this afternoon, Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked to assist a patient who had fallen of some rocks at Musick Point, Bucklands Beach. Video / ARHTWatch02 Jun 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Not running the heater as often': Warmer, wetter winter season forecast for NZNiwa predicts the top half of the North Island will receive most of the warm weather.02 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandCritical injuries after single vehicle crash near WhakatāneThe accident closed Tāneatua Rd near White Pine Bush Rd, about 2.20pm.02 Jun 04:46 AM
New ZealandHawks set for home game of the season despite weekend losses The Hawks haven't beaten the Rams since 2022, apart from in a pre-season game this year.02 Jun 04:29 AM
New ZealandFire at Tauranga restaurantFirefighters have been called to the Castle 91 restaurant on Cameron Rd in Greerton this afternoon. Video / SuppliedWatch02 Jun 04:04 AM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in rural Manawatū animal attackThe animal involved in the attack has been destroyed.02 Jun 03:42 AM
New ZealandArmed police in Mount MaunganuiArmed police responded to a report of a gun in a car in Mount Maunganui on Saturday - it turned out to be a toy gun. Video / SuppliedWatch02 Jun 03:01 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is 86% of the flesh of a pineapple made of?Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.02 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Shocked, actually': Rotorua healthcare leader reflects on decades of service Hariata Vercoe has been recognised for her services to Māori, health, and the community.02 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'We are really rapt': Napier shelter secures $115k for pilot launchA fundraising movie night and auction raised over $13,000 last month.02 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandArmed police responding to gun report seize toyArmed police were called to a carpark near Mount Maunganui beach on Saturday.02 Jun 02:52 AM
New ZealandKing’s Birthday Honours 2025: Retirement not the end of work for honoured veterinary professorProfessor Joe Mayhew received the King’s Birthday honour for equine medicine.02 Jun 02:00 AM
New Zealand'It's rocked us all': Community mourns loss of beloved toddlerAt least 400 people gathered in Kaikohe to mourn 3-year-old Catalya.02 Jun 01:54 AM
Crime'Blood is thicker': Imprisoned father wins appeal after threatening a witness in son's caseThe son got a discharge without conviction but perverting justice led to jail for his dad.02 Jun 01:00 AM
Royals'An insult': King's honour recipient slams Govt abuse in care redress move'Why put more money into a system that’s not working?', abuse in care survivor says.02 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandFormer Fieldays CEO made Officer of the New Zealand Order of MeritPeter Nation has contributed to the rural sector since the 1980s.02 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand82-year-old completes marathon swim for heart research fundraiserA bit of bad weather was not going to stop Kerry Anderson.02 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'I'm not deserving': Radio veteran, voice of motorsport honouredBrian Kelly's contributions behind the mic over 55 years in radio have been recognised.02 Jun 12:00 AM
