Bridge or tunnel? Auckland’s second harbour crossing decision looms

Western Bay of Plenty city and regional deal signed

The Government has signed a city and regional deal with the Western Bay of Plenty. Video / Bijou Johnson

Bridge or tunnel? Auckland’s second harbour crossing decision looms

University of Auckland senior lecturer in urban planning, Dr Timothy Welch is with The Front Page to unpack the politics, the planning, and the choices ahead.

Gabriel Medina looks ahead to the World Surf League event in Raglan

Three-time world champion Gabrial Medina comes into the event at Raglan's Manu Bay as world No 1.

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday May 14, 2026

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday May 14, 2026

Nicola Willis speaks on Chris Hipkins' comments about Aucklanders' views on Covid-19 lockdowns

The Labour leader said the city's residents have turned their minds to the future. Video / Mark Mitchell

Police relaunch appeal into 1991 cold case

Police renew appeals into the 1991 disappearance of Andrew Maaka

All Whites team announcement

All Whites team announcement

NZ Herald Live: Chris Hipkins speak to media

Chris Hipkins and speak to media

Will Tommy Smith get a world cup call up? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Newstalk ZB football commentator Jason Pine runs us through his predicted 26-man All Whites world cup squad, and the names to watch globally. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Philippines gunfire

Shots heard at Philippine Senate as lawmaker wanted by ICC holds out. Video / AFP

Immigration: Is it really a problem here? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

The daily panel, BBM Motivation's Dave Letele and Parenting specialist Jo Robertson, discuss the headlines of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Exploring Auckland's 338 bona fide mansions | Ryan Bridge TODAY

OneRoof's Catherine Smith joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why Kiwi beef and lamb farms are expecting to double profits this season | Ryan Bridge TODAY

BusinessDesk's Riley Kennedy tells Herald NOW just how much our red meat industry is benefiting from the US supply shortage. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Bunch of wet wipes': Judith Collins reminisces on her 'talofa' comment | Ryan Bridge TODAY

The former National minister on stepping away from politics after 24 years. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Where's $2.2billion extra Crown capex going? Who just got smashed by Aus budget? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Budget 2028 to boost capital spending allowance to $5.7b with defence and energy security high priorities, plus CBA share prices drops 10.4%. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Trump arrives in Beijing for state visit | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Journalist and author Anna Fifield speaks with Ryan Bridge about Trump’s visit to China. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Will the Government sell Kiwibank? Finance Minister Nicola Willis explains | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Nicola Willis talks Kiwibank, immigration plans and KiwiSaver changes. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Public service spending on employee assistance programmes (EAP) shoots up| Herald NOW Business

12 agencies spent more than $25 million on EAP since the Government cut thousands of jobs in the public sector. Garth Bray - 2 Degrees wrap. Video| Herald NOW Business

It misses the point: Former Act Party leader on their new immigration crackdown | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Richard Prebble says immigration is not a disease, it's a symptom of New Zealand's failing domestic policy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

AI hesitation affecting productivity. Tech with 2 Degrees| Herald NOW Business

The real barrier isn’t the tech falling over, it’s our hesitation, low trust and fear of getting it wrong. Peter Griffin - The Business of Tech Podcast. Video| Herald NOW Business

Government says no cash to splash in this year's Budget | Herald NOW Business

Luxon says stability not spending is the focus in this year's Budget - Katie Bradford takes a closer look. Video| Herald NOW Business

Inside New Zealand's Innovation Challenge | Herald NOW Business

The Commerce Commission's Anne Callinan discusses how innovation and disruption are reshaping competition in New Zealand Video| Herald NOW Business

Inflation concerns creeping back into markets - Zoe Wallis, Forsyth Barr.| Herald NOW Business

This has been pressuring local interest rates higher. Market pricing for RBNZ has climbed up from about a 30% chance of a hike in May to just under 50%. Video| Herald NOW Business

MetService morning weather update: May 14, 2026

MetService morning weather update: May 14, 2026. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Sport Headlines | Thursday, May 14, 2026

Sport Headlines | Steve Lancaster quashes idea of revitalised Super competition and Blair Tuke pursues off-water role | Thursday, May 14, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday May 14, 2026

Morning Headlines | The Government's Budget allowance is said to be very tight and Donald Trump is in Beijing for highly anticipated talks. | Thursday, May 14, 2026

MetService morning weather update: May 14, 2026

MetService morning weather update: May 14, 2026. Video / MetService

Kāinga Ora sells Northland homes

Northland social housing providers say there is a huge gap between what Kāinga Ora is providing and housing need in Northland. Photos / Denise Piper, 123rf, Sarah Curtis

Prime Minister confirms no lolly scramble in election-year Budget

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has warned that spending will be slashed in the Budget this month. Video / NZ Herald

TVNZ reporter Zion Dayal eliminates Shortland Street star Ben Barrington

TVNZ reporter Zion Dayal eliminates Shortland Street star Ben Barrington in Celebrity Treasure Island.

Michael Wallace was sentenced for the murder of tourist Birgit Brauer

Michael Wallace was sentenced in 2007 to life imprisonment with a minimum non-parole period of 18 years for the murder of tourist Birgit Brauer. Video / TVNZ

Should New Zealand raise the age of NZ Super?

Auckland University Business School associate professor Susan St John is with The Front Page to talk about the future of superannuation.

Mass student brawl at West Auckland train station

Multiple students in uniform were involved in a mass brawl at the Sturges Rd Train Station carpark.

Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday May 13, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Mayor Wayne Brown and Government clash over second harbour crossing | Wednesday May 13, 2026. Video / NZ Herald, Getty Images

David Seymour, Nicola Willis explain decision to cut Budget operating spending

The reduced spending was announced by the Prime Minister. Video / Mark Mitchell

The song born from 900 mortgage stories

The track that turned Kiwi mortgage pain into an unlikely banger.

NZ Herald Live: Luxon speaks to media

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon takes questions after speaking to BusinessNZ. Video / NZ Herald

Jason Momoa spotted DJing at Queenstown’s Bunker Upstairs

Jason Momoa was filmed DJing at The Bunker in Queenstown. The actor, now a shareholder, has been regularly spotted around the resort town.

Amanjot Singh's winning speech at the Race Unity Speech Awards 2026

Hastings Boys' High School head boy Amanjot Singh gives the speech which earned him national champion honours at the Race Unity Speech Awards 2026.

Phoenix defender's remarkable journey to A-League grand final | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Wellington Phoenix defender Marisa van der Meer says she fought back from two ACL injuries to become a key part of the grand finalist's defensive unit. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY