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Mama Hooch survivor speaks after appeal

Mama Hooch sexual abuse survivor Sophie Brown speaks to the Herald after sitting through her attacker's appeal.

Police operation closes section of Auckland's Southern Motorway

A section of Auckland’s Southern Motorway was closed due to police cordons. Video / Dean Purcell

Willis continues to be tight-lipped on Orr's contentious resignation

Finance Minister Nicola Willis comments on a leak regarding what led to Adrian Orr's resignation as Reserve Bank Governor. Video / Mark Mitchell

Eddie Peters cold case - what you need to know

The Flaxmere man was killed on Diaz Drive in 2018. Video / NZ Police

Auckland councillor Maurice Williamson's gossip

Wellington mayor Tory Whanau focus of former MP's sexual gossip.

Specialist education staff booting out Govt's pay offer to tune of Elvis' Return to Sender

Specialist education staff congregate in Whangārei with placards and Elvis Presley as they join their peers nationwide in booting out and returning to sender the Govt's pay offer.

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update, July 22, 2025

Calls for a permanent ceasefire in the Middle East and an agreement between New Zealand's Muslim and Jewish leaders hoped to foster more cultural collaboration.

Sky buying Three for $1

Sky CEO Sophie Moloney and Warner Bros Discovery ANZ MD Michael Brooks on the deal that sees Sky buying Discovery NZ (Three) for $1.

'Driven by financial gain': Porirua man jailed over pāua haul

The man claimed they were for a wedding in Auckland but a court didn’t believe him.

Ed Sheeran announces three NZ stadium shows for 2026

The singer was last on Kiwi shores in 2023 with his Mathematics Tour.

Bomb scare causes Auckland motorway chaos, body found

Some southbound lanes on SH1 were closed for about three hours due to a police operation.

Why Sky TV bought Three – and what's next

PLUS: The inside word on why the Commerce Commission gave the deal the green light.

'Touch of sadness': Iconic shop ends 47-year journey

The owners have cited economic struggles as one of the reasons behind its demise.

Nicoll-Klokstad returns for Warriors' NRL clash against Titans

The Warriors have made one change to their side for Saturday's crucial match.

Market close: NZ sharemarket falls as exports dip amid weak trade signals

New Zealand shares end the day weaker despite renewed corporate activity.

Ed Sheeran announces three NZ stadium shows for 2026

The singer was last on Kiwi shores in 2023 with his Mathematics Tour.

Sponsored: 50 shades of beige

Beige is not just one colour, but a whole spectrum of neutrals.

Tired of missing out on getting to global summits to help grow your business?

Airwallex is offering a grant for NZ businesses to join the action.

Solar bat monitors uncover secrets of Auckland’s night sky

They don’t screech or suck blood. But they do sing.

Get your kids involved in your reno

Home renovation projects inevitably involve and impact the whole family.