Focus: Lauren Dickason’s lawyer opens case for the defence

Jetstar’s “biggest expansion ever” lands in New Zealand

Brent Thomas from House of Travel on what new flights mean for Kiwi travellers — and why competition could bring cheaper fares.

Who's buying the Hurricanes? Business with 2degrees

Business with 2degrees: Surging home insurance costs, the risks of capping rates and the buyer investing in the Hurricanes.

Secondary teachers set to decide on latest pay offer

Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss he latest offer to secondary teachers.

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot at event at event in Utah.

What did our reporter find on a visit to Marokopa?

NZ Herald Reporter Cherie Howie joined Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss her trip to Marokopa and what she found from locals when there.

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot at event at event in Utah

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot at event at event in Utah.

Dame Julie Christie provides a statement on the Tom Phillips documentary

Dame Julie Christie has provided a statement to Ryan Bridge on the documentary being made on Tom Phillips.

Herald NOW Weather: September 11th, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 11th, 2025.

Dust clouds batter Esk Valley homes

Dust whips across Lynn Noanoa’s Pohutukawa Drive property in Esk Valley on Sunday, during strong spring winds. Video / Supplied

Southern Cross chief Nick Astwick on why health insurance premiums keep rising

Southern Cross CEO Nick Astwick shares why health should be seen as our most valuable asset — for individuals, communities, and the country.

Kea Kids News: Is it even Fashion Week without hobby horses?

Learn to hobby horse! Reporter Annie is checking out Karen Walker’s much anticipated return to NZ Fashion Week, where hobby horse superstar Ada Filppa is taking the reins.

Dezi Freeman manhunt: The risks, reach and rise of the sovereign citizen movement

University of Otago associate professor Stephen Young is with us to discuss these fringe groups, and how we might deal with them in future.

MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday September 11th 2025

MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday September 11th 2025. Video / MetService

Man charged following imitation firearms incident in Wellington

Armed 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 / NZHerald

Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke silent on Tākuta Ferris comments

The Te Pāti Māori wouldn't condemn the comments. Video / NZ Herald

Negotiators targeted: Israeli strike on Qatar kills several Hamas members

Negotiators targeted: Israeli strike on Qatar kills several Hamas members. Video / Aljazeera

“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.

Ministers announce Watts Peninsula will finally become a public reserve

Conservation Minister Tama Potaka and Land Information Minister Chris Penk confirmed that after 14 years the 72 hectare site will transferred to DoC. Video / Mark Mitchell

Nepal protesters set parliament ablaze as PM quits

Nepal protesters set parliament ablaze as PM quits. This follows a large protest over a proposed and already redacted 'social media ban'.

Tom Phillips: Waikato District Commander and Senior Sergeant provide an update on operation Curly

Tom Phillips case. The Waikato District Commander and Senior Sergeant provide an update on operation Curly. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Questions remain over Tom Phillips' children. ANZ restructure?

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Questions remain over Tom Phillips' children. ANZ restructure coming to NZ? Geothermal exploration to begin as the government disagrees.

Waitomo couple on the Tom Phillips shootout with police

Sandra and Clive Morgan who live not far from where Tom Phillips was in an armed shootout with police near Waitomo. Video / Dean Purcell

NZ Herald Live: Detective Senior Sergeant Andy Saunders updates Tom Phillips critical incident

Detective Senior Sergeant Andy Saunders updates Tom Phillips critical incident

Think Like a Forest: A Journey with Sam the Trap Man - Official Trailer

The documentary follows the influencer as he learns about 'Recloaking Papatūānuku' - an environmental initiative aiming to restore 2.1 million hectares of native forest.

ANZ CEO Antonia Watson in studio with Newstalk ZB's Kerre Woodham

ANZ CEO Antonia Watson in studio with Newstalk ZB's Kerre Woodham

Jenni Mortimer talks Jacinda Ardern's doco Prime Minister, Emmys and The Dark Destroyer's return

Chief entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer talks entertainment on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW

The Front Page Host Chelsea Daniels and former broadcaster Rawdon Christie on the Herald NOW panel

Front Page Host Chelsea Daniels and former broadcaster Rawdon Christie join Ryan Bridge on the Herald NOW panel. Video / Herald NOW

Ayo Edebiri goes viral for response to cringeworthy interview with Julia Roberts, Andrew Garfield

Ayo Edebiri goes viral for response to cringeworthy interview with Julia Roberts, Andrew Garfield. Video / Video Elephant

Auckland home show: Russell Clark the reno king talks you through your renovation worries

Russell Clark talks about the upcoming Auckland Home Show. Video / Herald NOW

Liam Napier: What the All Blacks need to do to win two in a row against the Springboks

Herald rugby reporter Liam Napier tells Ryan Bridge what the All Blacks need to do to win back-to-back tests against the Springboks and regain the Freedom Cup.

"Number one" national security threat - the need for a Minister of Organised Crime

An expert panel recommends the Government should create a new ministerial portfolio to focus on organised crime. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: Update on Marokopa rescued kids and injured officer

Police Commissioner, Police Minister and Children's commissioner gives update on Marokopa rescued kids and injured officer.

Ryan Bridge talks personal finance with Forsyth Barr

Ryan Bridge talks markets with Forsyth Barr Investment Advisor Mark Richardson. Video / Herald NOW

Police Commissioner gives update on shot police officer and Marokopa investigation

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers gives update on shot police officer and Marokopa investigation.

South Island news wrap: Dunedin iconic stadium has only one act booked for next year

Newstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire Sherwood gives an update on the region, including the grim future for Dunedin Forsyth Barr Stadium. Video / Herald NOW

Power plays for energy & IRD property crackdown finds $228m undeclared

Business with 2degrees: Pressure on power companies over secure supply, IRD chasing tax dodges in property sector find $75m in three months.

'NZ Local Elections 2025 - LGNZ CEO Scott Necklen on low voter turnout and future reforms

With voting in local body elections underway, LGNZ CEO Scott Necklen looks at how to fix low turnout and future reforms.

NZ Herald Sport News Update | All Whites lose 3-1 and Lulu Sun signs for ASB Classic

NZ Herald Sport News Update | The All Whites lose 3-1 to the Socceroos and Lulu Sun signs for January's ASB Classic.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Police receive union support and Israel bombs Hamas members in Doha

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Officers who witnessed Tom Phillips' death are being supported by their union and Israel bombs Hamas members in Doha.

David Seymour and Chlöe Swarbrick on the Herald NOW political panel

ACT Minister David Seymour and Green Party Co-Leader Chlöe Swarbrick on Herald NOW political panel.