New ZealandFisherman fined $15k for illegal trawl through marine reserveKelly Gavin Scoles trawled 16km through the protected Kahurangi Marine Reserve.12 Sep 09:31 AM
New ZealandThree pedestrians injured in South Auckland crash, driver flees sceneFive Hato Hone St John vehicles responded, including three ambulances.12 Sep 08:37 AM
New ZealandTeen robber given 80% sentencing discounts, back reoffending five months laterKatana Faulkner has left a trail of victims around North Island.12 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Auckland fishermen rescued from rocksParamedics were winched into rough seas to reach the stranded fishermen by Cornwallis.12 Sep 05:46 AM
CrimeAuckland suitcase double-murder trial: Counsellor recalls Hakyung Lee’s ‘crisis of faith’As Hakyung “Jasmine” Lee’s husband was dying in hospice care, the former Sunday school teacher revealed to a palliative care counsellor that she was having a “crisis of faith*.Watch12 Sep 02:31 AM
Crime'I’ve had enough': Farm worker torched two properties after job, paddock lease falloutMaya Moore caused $2m in damage after setting fires at the neighbouring properties.12 Sep 02:00 AM
CrimeSunday school teacher to child killer: Murder defendant revealed ‘crisis of faith’She wrapped her children's bodies and put them in suitcases, which were hidden in storage.12 Sep 12:55 AM
New ZealandMum of Phillips children in court on driving charge hours after fugitive dad shot deadShe appeared in Te Kūiti District Court on Monday after being stopped by police last month11 Sep 11:25 PM
Crime'Very difficult': The hard road to indict any accomplices of fugitive father Tom PhillipsBill Hodge says supplying Phillips guns or ammo could lead to the toughest charges.11 Sep 07:57 PM
CrimeSuitcase double-murder trial: Reporter gives details about the grisly court case making headlinesReporter Emily Ansell talks with Herald NOW about the double-murder trial that is making headlines Video / Herald NOWWatch11 Sep 07:39 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Millimetres from death': The 'miracle' believed to have saved officer shot by Tom PhillipsSources say it's a miracle Officer A wasn't killed.11 Sep 06:55 PM
CrimeInside the cordon: Exclusive video shows items from Tom Phillips’ campsite alongside rubbishHerald footage shows some items recovered from Tom Phillips’ campsite alongside unrelated rubbish and debris. Video / Michael Morrah / Mike ScottWatch11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan forced his way into stranger's home before sex assaultA judge described the invasion as 'a worst nightmare’ for those living alone.11 Sep 07:00 AM
CrimeSuitcase murder trial: Hakyung Lee’s mother gives testimony in High CourtHakyung Lee’s mother gives testimony in court at her daughters double-murder trial. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Sep 06:17 AM
New ZealandPolice consider legal action over leaked Tom Phillips audioCommissioner Richard Chambers says the audio release may breach the law.11 Sep 06:16 AM
New ZealandSearch continues for missing woman last seen leaving Auckland hotelThe last sighting of Te Anihana Pomana was near SkyCity Hotel early on August 21.11 Sep 05:34 AM
CrimeElderly couple tricked into handing over bank cards not the only people at risk: NetsafeOnly 17% of scam victims in New Zealand ever recover their stolen money.11 Sep 05:30 AM
Crime'I cry every day': Mother's grief as drug-driver avoids jail after double-fatal crashKyan Stack, 20, was sentenced for causing two deaths while drug-impaired.11 Sep 05:10 AM
New ZealandTom Phillips' body released to family as police continue campsite examinationA postmortem was completed yesterday and his case has been referred to the coroner.11 Sep 04:48 AM
CrimeTom Phillips case: gagging order remains in place after urgent injunction hearing at High CourtKey details of Tom Phillips case remain secret after judge ruled order preventing publication should stay in place. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Sep 04:21 AM
Crime'I don't have kids': Killer mum's shock words four years after vanishingThe defendant's mother said she was so concerned she threw out garden chemicals.11 Sep 03:03 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Charlie Kirk suspect apprehended, questions remain in MarokopaNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Charlie Kirk suspect apprehended, questions remain in Marokopa. Secondary schools overhaul on horizon. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Sep 12:54 AM
New ZealandPolice slam 'grossly irresponsible' use of standoff recordingsThe communications captured the dramatic police shootout on a dark rural road.10 Sep 09:41 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It's a long and shameful list – NZ needs to do betterOPINION: Big changes are needed to better protect vulnerable children in their own homes.10 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDezi Freeman manhunt: The risks, reach and rise of the sovereign citizen movementUniversity of Otago associate professor Stephen Young is with us to discuss these fringe groups, and how we might deal with them in future.Watch10 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan installed ambo light and siren in his car hoping to become a 'good Samaritan'Court heard he wanted to activate them if he came across a car accident or a fallen tree.10 Sep 08:00 AM
CrimeMan charged following imitation firearms incident in WellingtonArmed police have swarmed a Wellington street after reports of a person with a firearm. The incident is unfolding at the corner of Webb and Victoria Sts in Te Aro. Video / NZHeraldWatch10 Sep 06:02 AM
Crime“She had a smile that lit up the world,” Papatoetoe South School teacher on 'suitcase murder' victim“She had a smile that lit up the world,” longtime Papatoetoe South School teacher Mary Robertson said of the older sibling as she gave evidence in the High Court at Auckland today.Watch10 Sep 03:56 AM
Crime'Beautiful, joyful, bubbling': Teacher, jurors weep remembering young siblings killed by mumSiblings Yuna and Minu Jo were in Years Three and One when they were killed.10 Sep 02:37 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Detective Senior Sergeant Andy Saunders updates Tom Phillips critical incidentDetective Senior Sergeant Andy Saunders updates Tom Phillips critical incidentWatch10 Sep 12:31 AM
New ZealandSounds Murders: Scott Watson fails in latest bid to clear name over Smart and Hope killingsWatson is said to be 'disappointed' by the outcome and plans another appeal. 10 Sep 12:00 AM
Crime'It's war': Teen who thought he was firing at 'enemies' killed his mateChaelim John McCarthy has been on trial for murder. Now the jury has returned a verdict.09 Sep 11:25 PM
CrimeAustralian manslaughter defendant accused of fatal Auckland Airport crash namedThe victim was dropping off his wife at the airport to attend a funeral in Fiji. 09 Sep 10:24 PM
New ZealandMinister for Mafias? Behind the proposal being put before the GovernmentMeridith Connell criminal prosecutor Steve Symon is with us to discuss how New Zealand might appoint a Minister of Mafias.Watch09 Sep 05:00 PM