All Blacks: Savea keen for Naholo's return

Man filmed ‘car surfing’ vehicle in empty Franklin carpark

A man was captured standing on the roof of a moving car as it circles an empty Franklin carpark. It prompts fresh warnings about dangerous “car surfing” trends. Video / Facebook

Holly Ramsay arrives to her wedding with famous father by her side

Model Holly Ramsay and Olympic gold-medal-winning swimmer Adam Peaty have got married at Bath Abbey. Video / Video Elephant

SWISH Basketball

A special 'Bandits' crew of players over 80 gets extra space and free shots. Video / Supplied

Car collides with fire truck on Victoria Street, Auckland City.

A vehicle and a responding fire truck have collided on Victoria Street, Auckland City. Video / Dean Purcell

Brawl breaks out in early morning on Karangahape Road

Police are conducting a scene examination on Karangahape Road after a large fight took place in the early hours of the morning. Video / Dean Purcell

NZ Herald Headlines | Sunday December 28, 2025

NZ Herald Headlines | Sunday December 28, 2025: Russia attacks Ukraine as Zelenskyy meets with Canada PM, road safety reminder amid low death toll. Video / NZ Herald

From shy to fearless: Napier performer’s body–positive journey

Zarlia Wyatt says stepping on stage changed her life. Now, she is inspiring others to love their bodies exactly as they are. Video / Rafaella Melo

Hailstorm in summer: Severe thunderstorm warnings hit South Island

Hailstorm in the summer and wet weather hitting the South Island

Wet weather in Westmorland, Christchurch

Dark clouds and heavy rainfall hit Westmorland in Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald

Longtime Cure Guitarist Perry Bamonte Dead at 65

Perry Bamonte, who played guitar and other instruments in The Cure, has died after a short illness. He was 65. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025. The US bombs Islamic State terrorists in Nigeria, the NZ summer drowning toll now stands at one. Retail waits for a surge.

Auckland Art Gallery heritage restoration project

Auckland Art Gallery's 1887 heritage building has reopened after a $30m restoration project.

Mud and debris fly as heavy rain, flash floods hit southern California

Mud and debris fly as heavy rain, flash floods hit southern California. Video / AFP

MetService: Boxing Day Severe Weather Warning

MetService: Boxing Day Severe Weather Warning. Video / MetService

King Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech

King Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech. Video / AFP

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, December 26, 2025

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, December 26, 2025. King Charles delivers his annual Christmas message, stressing unity and peace. A 29 year-old man has handed himself in to Police.

Fishing host Matt Watson accuses Shane Jones of favouring commercial industry ‘mates’

One of 19 new proposals would allow commercial fishers to land and sell marlin. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Levin police chase on Christmas Eve ends with three arrested

Dashcam footage shows the pursued vehicle racing through the back streets of Levin.

Light aircraft crashes into house in Pāuanui

The owners of a house that has been damaged after a small place crashed into it this morning are safe, but disappointed. Video / Supplied

Women on two wheels: Inside the Hawke’s Bay 155-member lady riders’ group

The group organises rides, workshops, and training to support local female motorcyclists.

Kea Kids News: New Zealand's deadliest Christmas disaster!

Reporter Ethan uncovers the shocking true story of what happened the night before Christmas, when a volcano, a mudslide, and a devastating train wreck collided.

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown’s guide to the silly season

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has released a humorous Christmas message that took a dig at Wellington and even enlisted several special guests. Video / Auckland Council / Wayne Brown

All Black Tupou Vaa'i backs water safety campaign after brother's drowning

Tupou Vaa’i was just seven when he watched his brother Tevita drown. Video / Water Safety New Zealand

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Afternoon Headlines | Calls for UN reform as US does not pay its dues, and body found in search for missing rock fisher | Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Ute collides with several vehicles

A multi-vehicle Christmas Eve crash involving a ute has blocked New North Road in Kingsland, Auckland.

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Morning Headlines | Plea for calm on last day of Christmas shopping and some meat prices up 25% within a year | Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Kea Kids News: We review the hottest toys of the season!

Reporter Eve is in the studio with a panel of experts testing out the top trending toys gifted by Farmers.

Christmas at Auckland Zoo

Keepers at Auckland Zoo talk about what it's like to care for the animals on Christmas Day. Video / Jason Oxenham

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey first trailer

The first official trailer for Christopher Nolan's screen adaptation of Greek epic The Odyssey has been released. Video / Universal Studios

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Afternoon Headlines | Labour silent on India trade deal and fireworks ban at Coromandel Peninsula | Tuesday, December 23, 2025

MetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 26 December

MetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 26 December. Video / MetService

Jetboat and kayaker narrowly avoid collision at Huka Falls

Kayaker Dan Munroe said he was "very lucky" and put no blame on the jet boat.

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Morning Headlines | Australia proposes hate speech laws, India trade agreement finalised and public urged to watch for yellow legged hornets | Tuesday, December 23, 2025

The moment canal collapse swallows boat in UK

A dozen boaters had to be rescued on the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch, Shropshire, when the waterway collapsed at around 4am local time. Video / Narrowboat Life Unlocked, AFP

Mitch Hageman talks to Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie

NZ Herald reporter Mitch Hageman talks to Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie about family, fly fishing, and the benefits of adopting a greyhound. Video / NZ Herald

Kea Kids News: Christmas desserts that ‘sleigh!’

Reporter Angelina is in the kitchen as kids whip up some Christmas classics, but will they rise to sweet success or be left with a sticky mess?

Suzuki Fronx receives one-star safety rating

The Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (Ancap) has found multiple safety issues in the Suzuki Fronx, with owners urged not to travel with passengers. Video / Ancap

NZ Herald Headlines | Monday, December 22, 2025

Afternoon Headlines | Basement blaze in downtown Auckland, and Australian PM booed at Bondi vigil | Monday, December 22, 2025

MetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 25 December

MetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 25 December. Video / MetService

Kea Kids News: Why Ōtara is winning Christmas this year

Reporter Sarai visits the Ōtara Block Christmas Lights to find out why the neighbourhood is shining with more than just community spirit and the best mango otai in town!