Audi erupts in flames after suspected illegal street race in Auckland

Police could wipe thousands of unlawful warnings after years of botched protocol

A police review found only 37% of sampled warnings between 2019 and 2024 were lawful. Video / NZ Herald

Shark spotted circling off Te Arai Beach in North Auckland

Families were left scrambling after a shark was spotted metres from shore off of a Northern Auckland beach. Video / Rosh Kumararathna

Left in limbo: Three-hour taxi delay for injured man heading to clinic

Robert Osborne waited three hours for a St John-booked taxi after injuring his knee. The delay occurred following a fall at his home in Devonport. Video / Dean Purcell

Audi erupts in flames after suspected illegal street race in Auckland

The occupants fled the scene before emergency services arrived, police said. Video / Supplied

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Tamihere retains Te Pāti Māori office, suspicious fire in Pauanui

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Tamihere retains Te Pāti Māori office, suspicious fire in Pauanui, mass shooting in Pretoria, South Africa. Video / NZ Herald

Charlotte Lockhart on finding clarity when facing mortality

The co-founder of 4 Day Week Global sat down with Paula for her Ask Me Anything podcast.

Chris Cairns: Tragedy, scandal and survival

Cricket legend Chris Cairns opens up on loss, illness, controversy, resilience and rebuilding his marriage.

Car flips on Nelson St

A car has flipped on its side on Auckland's Nelson St. Video / Samuel Sherry

All Whites coach Darren Bazeley on the Fifa World Cup draw

Darren Bazeley gives his thoughts on New Zealand's World Cup pool, where they have been grouped with Belgium, Iran and Egypt. Video / NZF

Inside the new Sharks exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial Museum

Take a look inside the new Sharks exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial Museum. Video / NZ Herald

Kate leads festive family return for Westminster Abbey carol service

The Prince and Princess of Wales have attended Westminster Abbey with their children for her annual carol service. Video / AFP

Synthony performs on the forecourt of Sydney Opera House

The musical event brought electronic dance anthems to life with the backing of Metropolitan Orchestra conducted by Sarah-Grace Williams. Video / Supplied

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday December 6, 2025

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday December 6, 2025. Kindercare Christchurch apologises after a chemical incident yesterday where multiple staff and children ended up in hospital.

Confronting images show moment homicide victim stormed couple's room wielding knife

Finauga Faatoia stormed a couple's Mt Wellington bedroom wielding a knife but died after he was stabbed in the jugular.

Our Heroes 2025

Celebrating New Zealanders who made a major impact this year - from courageous police to leaders in entertainment, sport and business.

Pink Pony Club in full display at gymnastics club

Renee Pilon and Lexi Hati practiced for weeks to perfect their surprise routine.

Smuggler caught green-handed with rare native gecko

A South Korean citizen was sentenced today in the Manukau District Court for purchasing and intending to export jewelled geckos/moko kākāriki, a protected native species.

MetService severe weather December 5-8

MetService severe weather December 5-8. Video / MetService

Will Auckland's CBD rise from the dead?

NZ Herald property editor Anne Gibson joins us to unpack what’s really happening in the heart of Auckland and whether we might see a Christmas miracle for the City of Sails.

Auckland FC v Wellington Phoenix: The derby destiny - who will prevail?

NZ Herald football writer Michael Burgess and Newstalk ZB football commentator Jason Pine look ahead to the fifth instalment of the Kiwi A-League derby.

Watch: Emergency services swarm Christchurch daycare centre

Multiple patients were transported to hospital following what has been described as a chemical burn incident at the daycare facility.

I'm new to this: Whanganui Ukulele Orchestra with Erin Smith

Whanganui Chronicle reporter Erin Smith joins the Whanganui Ukulele Orchestra for the I’m New to This series, playing Happy Birthday with members Diane Blair and Delia Jarrett.

Kaitāia Christmas event saved

Kaitāia Christmas parade back on after last-minute lifeline from local grocer.

Air New Zealand's Synthony in the Sky party plane

On Thursday 4 December, Air New Zealand turned the cabin of Flight NZ1331 from Auckland to Sydney into a high-altitude concert venue. Video / Air New Zealand

Scotty Stevenson apologises after labelling Christ's College students 'syrup suckers'

Scotty Stevenson of TVNZ has apologised for a live comment made during the Black Caps-West Indies test match.

Black Caps and West Indies face off on first test, day four at Hagley Oval

Newstalk ZB's Andrew Alderson discusses about day four of the Black Caps v West Indies test.

Watch: Concept for planned new Wairoa spillway

This ‘flyover’ video is a stylised representation of what a new spillway on the Wairoa River will look like when completed. Video / Wairoa Flood Mitigation Project

Federated farmers president on tour with Luxon; Global Dairy Trade auction

Federated Farmers Wayne Langford reveals what was achieved during tour with Luxon.

Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche responds to teachers pay deal

Sir Brian Roche on what the agreement means for the wider sector.

Herald NOW panel: This week’s big talking points

Jo Robertson and Dileepa Fonseka unpack the perspectives behind the news.

Government rejects Climate Change Commissions recommendations - what now?

Former Green co-leader, Russel Norman reacts to the dismissal of the Climate Commission’s recommendations.

Your weekend weather: What’s coming

MetService’s Heather Keats with the weekend forecast you need.

Deloitte Young Executive of the year: Winner joins Herald NOW

Deloitte Young Executive Kate Boyer on shaping the future of aviation.

NZ’s car of the year revealed

Driven’s Damien O’Carroll on why this model outshines the rest.

The $3200 morning tea scandal: Paul Goldsmith and Carmel Sepuloni on Herald NOW's politics panel

Minister Paul Goldsmith and Labour’s Carmel Sepuloni on the issues dominating Wellington.

Rocket Lab leads Deloitte Top 200; small-caps beating NZX50 gains, GDP partials positive for growth

Business with 2degrees: Sir Peter Beck's baby wins Company of the Year at Deloitte Top 200; which small-cap stocks have sparkled, what does building data show us for Q3 GDP.

How close is Europe to conflict?

James Headley breaks down Russia’s strategy and what could happen next.

How many days will your kids actually be in school?

PPTA president Chris Abercrombie on what the agreement means for teachers.

ZB host Mike Hosking and PM Christopher Luxon swap Christmas gifts

Mike Hosking and Christopher Luxon continue their Christmas gift swap tradition. Video / Newstalk ZB

MetService Daily Weather: December 5 2025

MetService Daily Weather: December 5 2025 Video / NZ Herald