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Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke silent on Tākuta Ferris comments

The Te Pāti Māori wouldn't condemn the comments. Video / NZ Herald

Negotiators targeted: Israeli strike on Qatar kills several Hamas members

Negotiators targeted: Israeli strike on Qatar kills several Hamas members. Video / Aljazeera

Ministers announce Watts Peninsula will finally become a public reserve

Conservation Minister Tama Potaka and Land Information Minister Chris Penk confirmed that after 14 years the 72 hectare site will transferred to DoC. Video / Mark Mitchell

Nepal protesters set parliament ablaze as PM quits

Nepal protesters set parliament ablaze as PM quits. This follows a large protest over a proposed and already redacted 'social media ban'.

Tom Phillips: Waikato District Commander and Senior Sergeant provide an update on operation Curly

Tom Phillips case. The Waikato District Commander and Senior Sergeant provide an update on operation Curly. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Questions remain over Tom Phillips' children. ANZ restructure?

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Questions remain over Tom Phillips' children. ANZ restructure coming to NZ? Geothermal exploration to begin as the government disagrees.

Waitomo couple on the Tom Phillips shootout with police

Sandra and Clive Morgan who live not far from where Tom Phillips was in an armed shootout with police near Waitomo. Video / Dean Purcell

NZ Herald Live: Detective Senior Sergeant Andy Saunders updates Tom Phillips critical incident

Detective Senior Sergeant Andy Saunders updates Tom Phillips critical incident

The Front Page Host Chelsea Daniels and former broadcaster Rawdon Christie on the Herald NOW panel

Front Page Host Chelsea Daniels and former broadcaster Rawdon Christie join Ryan Bridge on the Herald NOW panel. Video / Herald NOW

Ayo Edebiri goes viral for response to cringeworthy interview with Julia Roberts, Andrew Garfield

Ayo Edebiri goes viral for response to cringeworthy interview with Julia Roberts, Andrew Garfield. Video / Video Elephant

Auckland home show: Russell Clark the reno king talks you through your renovation worries

Russell Clark talks about the upcoming Auckland Home Show. Video / Herald NOW

Liam Napier: What the All Blacks need to do to win two in a row against the Springboks

Herald rugby reporter Liam Napier tells Ryan Bridge what the All Blacks need to do to win back-to-back tests against the Springboks and regain the Freedom Cup.

"Number one" national security threat - the need for a Minister of Organised Crime

An expert panel recommends the Government should create a new ministerial portfolio to focus on organised crime. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: Update on Marokopa rescued kids and injured officer

Police Commissioner, Police Minister and Children's commissioner gives update on Marokopa rescued kids and injured officer.

Ryan Bridge talks personal finance with Forsyth Barr

Ryan Bridge talks markets with Forsyth Barr Investment Advisor Mark Richardson. Video / Herald NOW

Police Commissioner gives update on shot police officer and Marokopa investigation

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers gives update on shot police officer and Marokopa investigation.

South Island news wrap: Dunedin iconic stadium has only one act booked for next year

Newstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire Sherwood gives an update on the region, including the grim future for Dunedin Forsyth Barr Stadium. Video / Herald NOW

Power plays for energy & IRD property crackdown finds $228m undeclared

Business with 2degrees: Pressure on power companies over secure supply, IRD chasing tax dodges in property sector find $75m in three months.

'NZ Local Elections 2025 - LGNZ CEO Scott Necklen on low voter turnout and future reforms

With voting in local body elections underway, LGNZ CEO Scott Necklen looks at how to fix low turnout and future reforms.

NZ Herald Sport News Update | All Whites lose 3-1 and Lulu Sun signs for ASB Classic

NZ Herald Sport News Update | The All Whites lose 3-1 to the Socceroos and Lulu Sun signs for January's ASB Classic.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Police receive union support and Israel bombs Hamas members in Doha

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Officers who witnessed Tom Phillips' death are being supported by their union and Israel bombs Hamas members in Doha.

David Seymour and Chlöe Swarbrick on the Herald NOW political panel

ACT Minister David Seymour and Green Party Co-Leader Chlöe Swarbrick on Herald NOW political panel.

Children's commissioner: What's next for the Phillips Children after four years on the run

Children's commissioner Claire Achmad provides detail on the next steps for Tom Phillips children following four years in the bush.

Police Minister Mark Mitchell gives update on Marokopa rescued kids and injured police officer

Police Minister Mark Mitchell joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to give the latest developments in the Tom Phillips saga.

Herald NOW: September 10th, 2025

Herald NOW: September 10th, 2025.

Kendall Jenner is planning to change her career

The Kardashians star Kendall Jenner is planning to give up her life in the spotlight and focus on designing houses.

Kea Kids News: It’s high-flying adventure at MOTAT LIVE day!

Reporter Sidney is at MOTAT in Auckland, where their flying-themed LIVE day is celebrating the coolest planes, trains, and automobiles in New Zealand history. Video / Kea Kids News

Minister for Mafias? Behind the proposal being put before the Government

Meridith Connell criminal prosecutor Steve Symon is with us to discuss how New Zealand might appoint a Minister of Mafias.

The Gloriavale alpine ski team

Members of the Gloriavale community seen skiing at Porters skifield.

Tom Phillips' bolt hole: Quad bikes, tyres & cans of Sprite among items at fugitive's campsite

Police were led to the site with the help of one of Phillips' children. Video / NZ Herald

Emergency services respond to serious Christchurch incident

The Armed Offenders Squad arrived at the scene in the Christchurch suburb of Sockburn this afternoon. Video / George Herad, Jazlyn Whales

Local resident Lloyd Geange talks about Tom Phillips and his kids

Lloyd Geange spoke about how his family crossed paths with the fugitive and his children about three years ago. Video / NZ Herald

Police Commissioner and Police Minister provide update outside Waikato Hospital

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and Police Minister Mark Mitchell speak to media outside Waikato Hospital.

Prime Minister - Documentary clip

A clip from Prime Minister, which chronicles the leadership and personal life of former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Video / Universal Pictures Content Group

NZ Herald Live: Mark Mitchell and Police Commissioner update Tom Phillips critical incident

Commissioner of Police Richard Chambers, Deputy Commissioner Jill Rogers and Minister of Police Mark Mitchell speak to the media

Five House of Travel hacks for your next Euro Summer

September is when airlines release their top early bird fares for the UK and Europe for the year ahead, House of Travel has five hacks so you don’t miss out.

Five House of Travel hacks for your next Euro Summer

September is when airlines release their top early bird fares for the UK and Europe for the year ahead, HoT has five hacks so you don’t miss out.

Kea Kids News: All Blacks answer the burning questions ahead of the big game

Who’s the best dancer? Which Adele song gets Wallace Sititi in game mode? Reporter Chester is checking in with the All Blacks before they wipe the floor with the Springboks.

Everything you need to know about the upcoming 3G shutdown

Noel Leeming , Services Product Management Lead Stu Buckerfield tells Ryan Bridges everything you need to know about the upcoming 3G shutdown. Video / Herald NOW

Ryan Bridge says Tom Phillips is no hero

Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge says Tom Phillips is no hero.