German Chancellor Angela Merkel has been welcomed at Government House in Auckland, kicking off her day-long visit. Dr Merkel, the world's most powerful woman, is visiting New Zealand on her way to Australia for the G20 meeting.
Image 1 of 11: Prime Minister John Key, Department of Conservation ranger Hazel Speed and Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel hold a Kiwi named Whau on Motutapu Island before it is released into the sanctuary.
This online-only contest showcases the best of nature photography
The underwater photographer of the year competition celebrates photos beneath the surface
Imagination, engineering skills and steely nerve was all competitors needed
Thousands gathered at Waitangi in Northland to celebrate our national day. Photos / Dean Purcell
The week-long festivities have been full of colour ahead of Waitangi Day. Photos / Dean Purcell and Alyse Wright
5 C-130H Hercules transport aircraft retire with a nationwide flypast. Photos / NZME
From 6,000 there could be only 3 winners. But there were plenty of really good pictures that came close
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photography Competition entries
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photography Competition entries...
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photography Competition entries
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photography Competition entries
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition online gallery of entries...
NZ Summer Holiday competition entries from New Year's Week
NZ Herald Summer Holiday Photo Competition - entries from 24th - 26th December
NZ Herald Summer Photo Competition - first days entries - Day 1 and 2
A selection of cartoons from Herald cartoonist Rod Emmerson over the past year
Stunning images from the awards that celebrate the beauty of science
Doctors have told Paige Suisted she has 18 months to live. She is determined to live each moment to the fullest.
Mum pays tribute after Auckland bus stop killing, Australians vote early and insurance companies brace for claims.
Megyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022. Video / Brodie Stone
Andrew Che lost his life savings after sending it to the wrong account. Barclays Bank has refunded his money after a prolonged battle for compensation. Video \ Jason Dorday
