Sport'A bit more comfortable with them': Ocean swimmer Jono Ridler on shark encountersRidler has encountered plenty of marine life early in his 1350km swimming effort. 03 Feb 05:01 AM
PremiumLifestyleHow much red meat and dairy should you eat? We asked 3 expertsWashington Post: New US dietary guidelines deviate sharply from traditional advice. 18 Jan 11:10 PM
AucklandAuckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafeMore than 20 Auckland beaches remain under 'do not swim' black flags.17 Jan 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKim KnightKim Knight: My weekend with Waiheke's rude and entitledOPINION: A holiday encounter with bus seat hogs and child hecklers.07 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandUndersized snapper dumped and dead near Great Barrier IslandRecreational fishermen come across a large dumping of undersized snapper. Video / SuppliedWatch05 Jan 09:26 PM
PoliticsAsset sales? Pāmu Landcorp boss says there are 'conversations' around its future21 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Does mānuka honey potentially come at a cost to our native insects and ecosystems?Watch15 Dec 07:52 PM
PoliticsRevealed: Councils expected to foot a near $48 billion bill for Local Water Done WellOfficials estimate water service infrastructure will cost $47.9 billion to 2034.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow one hornet species could sting New Zealand’s environment and economyMahurangi Honey’s Peter Johnston is with us to chat local honey making, and why bees are so important.Watch06 Nov 03:45 PM
New ZealandAsh emitted in 'weak eruptions' on Whakaari/White IslandThe ashfall is unlikely to reach the mainland, scientists say. 04 Nov 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The challenge of GM foods and climate changeOPINION: GM foods could be the key to local climate action. Do we want that?28 Oct 04:00 PM
EnvironmentNZ Herald Live: A Celebration of the Life of Nigel Raymond LattaNigel Latta’s family warmly invites New Zealanders to join them in a celebration of his life. This is an open funeral, and all are welcome. Video / SuppliedWatch10 Oct 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCan hybrid grapes solve the climate change dilemma for winemakers?New York Times: Growers in the US, France, Germany and NZ are experimenting with hybrids.03 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandA 'battle we can absolutely win': Climate Overshoot conference begins this weekVictoria University climate scientist professor James Renwick is with us to delve into climate overshoot, and why we should care about it.Watch29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandControversial waste-to-energy plant proposal on holdHearings were held in June and a board of inquiry was due to make a decision last month.25 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandFraud, bats, John Oliver: Looking back at Bird of the Year controversies as voting beginsForest & Bird chief executive Nicola Toki is here to take us through the history and future of the competition, and why we should care.Watch14 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleKim Knight: A fly on the wall at Auckland's Central FleaOPINION: A secondhand love letter to style at Fashion Week and Central Flea market.12 Sep 06:05 PM
Environment'End of the reign': Decades-long Pākiri sand mining battle ends as company eyes up new locationBut, MBL will need to be prepared for a new battle with Bream Bay locals.04 Sep 01:28 AM
Driven Car GuideCupra Formentor V e-Hybrid first drive: now with extra voltiosCupra has added plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) technology to its sporty coupe-SUV.28 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideTesla to open up NZ supercharger network to non-Tesla EVsCharging network receives a boost after Tesla opens up its superchargers to non-Tesla EVs.28 Sep 01:00 AM
Driven Car GuideToyota to triple EV production as competition heats upToyota has revealed plans to triple its EV production by 2025.27 Sep 06:17 PM
Driven Car GuideFord Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payloadCould this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?27 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideReport: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motorUpdated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.26 Sep 10:00 PM
Driven Car GuideMG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootoutWe take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.26 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideBYD launches Yangwang U8 Premium Edition hybrid SUVBYD's new large SUV will have 1000km range, 900kW of power and will float.25 Sep 10:00 PM
Driven Car GuideLexus open to building electric ute if demand is thereLexus will be leading EV development within the Toyota group.25 Sep 01:00 AM
EnvironmentRare white kiwi spotted in broad daylightThe kiwi has gone viral after a video of it strolling back to its burrow during daylight hours was posted on social media. Video / Pūkaha National Wildlife CentreWatch25 Aug 03:51 AM
WorldAlien object to pass Earth in 'cruise through inner solar system'The 'fun space rock' is likely a comet from outside the solar system.21 Aug 06:00 AM
PoliticsSeymour asked his ministry to look into ditching bike helmet rulesThe Ministry for Regulation said further work on this issue 'carries risks'.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMissing birdsong in your backyard? A new study might explain whyBirds use their songs to find mates as well as communicate about nearby food or danger.06 Aug 10:38 PM
New ZealandDrivers to slow to 30km/h as new school highway speed zones activatedWoodhill, Ngātaki, Oruaiti and five other schools will see new limits from this week.23 Nov 11:53 PM
AucklandParents ‘devastated’ after Auckland teacher dies in Fiji snorkelling tragedyStudents remembered him as the teacher who made maths fun and accessible.22 Nov 02:49 AM
EducationEast Auckland school mourns principal’s death after cancer battleHe led Pakūranga College from 2009 until his retirement in early 2024.20 Nov 04:00 PM
AucklandBeloved Auckland high school teacher dies in diving accidentKevin Hu is being credited for making maths 'accessible and fun' for students.19 Nov 11:00 PM
EducationTeacher caught snorting 'white powder' off classroom desk at school Christmas partyThe teacher said it was the 'most stupid thing' he had ever done in his life.19 Nov 06:17 AM
New ZealandNZ's oldest school dumps board as independent review launched amid student safety concernsA violent incident involving more than 30 Wesley College boarders was recently revealed.17 Nov 09:27 PM
New ZealandNearly 250 schools raise safety fears after play sand asbestos recallSome NZ schools are closed this week while they undergo contamination testing.16 Nov 09:46 PM
New ZealandSchools, preschools close after sand recalled over asbestos fearsSeven schools and early learning centres have closed over possible exposure.14 Nov 02:30 AM
BusinessKami co-founders win EY Entrepreneur of the YearThe ed-tech company also won the tech and emerging industries categories.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Contain it': Coloured sand recalled nationwide over asbestos fearsTesting in Australia found asbestos in similar coloured sand products.12 Nov 04:12 AM
