Focus Live: Chris Hipkins announces shadow Cabinet

Tim Robinson hammers maiden international century against Australia

The Kiwi No 3 rescued the Black Caps from a precarious position. Video / TVNZ

Video captures Auckland robbery as getaway car rammed

Police say three offenders smashed cabinets before fleeing with stolen goods. Video / Jeremy Markwick

Raye intends to start a family soon

Where Is My Husband! singer Raye plans to meet a partner and have children in the next five years. Video / Video Elephant

Former South African police minister found dead in Paris

Former South African Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa was found dead at the foot of a Paris hotel tower. Video / AFP

Inside the secret world of Kiwis working on superyachts

NZ Superyacht Academy founder Alice Baker talks to NZ Herald's Eva de Jong the Ponsonby Cruising Club. Video / Annaleise Shortland

All Blacks ponder selection changes for Wallabies rematch

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith discuss the likely changes to the injury hit All Blacks in Perth.

From rugby boots to stillettos: Eden Park set to transform into a catwalk for Breast Cancer

Eden Park’s famed rugby turf will become a runway for Fashion on the Field — the first-ever catwalk held on the stadium’s field, reports Katie Oliver.

Wellington mayoral candidate Karl Tiefenbacher vows to resign if unable to implement policies

Tiefenbacher says he would resign as mayor and ask the Government to call in commissioners if his council stopped him from delivering on his policies. Video / Mark Mitchell

Govt to Genesis, Mercury, and Meridian - bring us your plans, we will invest.

Garth Bray from BusinessDesk joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman split and new Traitors NZ host announced

Jenni Mortimer talks the latest entertainment headlines on Herald NOW

Government energy announcement

Labour Energy Spokesperson, Megan Woods on the Government energy announcement with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW

What you need to know about breast cancer

Debra Leutenegger is the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ's community breast health educator. Video / Cameron Pitney

Expert weighs in on energy announcement

Margaret Cooney Chief Customer Officer, Octopus Energy joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Personal Finance with Forsyth Barr: what is diversification?

Forsyth Barr Investment Adviser Mark Richardson joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss diversification and how many people get it wrong.

Update on missing Christchurch teen, Marley

South Island Senior journalist, Mike Thorpe reveals the latest on missing Christchurch teen, Marley.

Garth Bray from BusinessDesk joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW

Business activity shows optimism; Trump pharma tariff shifts NZ manufacturing to US; which insurers made $1b?

6.9 earthquake in Philippines

Church bell tower falls down as Philippines hit by earthquake. Video \ AFP

Wednesday's political panel talks energy sector reform and Trump's peace plan

ACT Minister David Seymour and Green MP Ricardo Menéndez March join Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW

NZ Herald Live: Government's Energy announcement

Energy and Resources Minister Simon Watts makes an Energy announcement in Wellington. Video / NZ Herald

Trump threatens tariffs on foreign films

NZ Trade Minister Todd McClay joins Ryan Bridge as more tariffs come from the US. Video / Herald NOW

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump says ‘waiting on Hamas’ and credit ban could raise surcharges

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump says ‘waiting on Hamas’, two more measles cases in Northland and credit ban may raise surcharges

What the business sector wants from Energy sector review

The EMA's Alan McDonald joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW and sets out his wishlist for the Government's energy sector review. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW Weather: October 1, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: October 1, 2025. Video / MetService

Kea Kids News: The small town class saving snail mail

Forget Facebook! Reporter Rylee and the students at Clyde Primary School are going old school to connect with people all around the globe, by collecting postcards!

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon talks about leadership and managing the coalition

Christopher Luxon said National got everything it wanted from coalition talks except for two things. Video / Mark Mitchell

'We want to get her back': Mother of missing woman shares fresh detail

Te Anihana Beau Pomana withdrew cash and spent time in SkyCity basement prior to going missing on August 21. Video / Corey Fleming

Kea Kids News: The small town class saving snail mail

Forget Facebook! Reporter Rylee and the students at Clyde Primary School are going old school to connect with people all around the globe, by collecting postcards!

A big brand move: Why Westpac turned to Spark leader for marketing shift

Westpac New Zealand has hired Sarah Williams as chief marketing officer. Williams joins from Spark New Zealand, where she was brand and experience chapter lead.

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco marry

Gomez revealed the news via Instagram, sharing a carousel of images from the big day. Video / Video Elephant

MetService Weather: October 1, 2025

MetService Weather: October 1, 2025. Video / MetService

Talley's defamation trial against TVNZ at Auckland High Court

TVNZ Christchurch correspondent Thomas Mead read his statement at the trial at Auckland High Court today.

0 to 40 knots in 5 seconds: Naut demos new electric propulsion system for boats

The Whangārei firm's chief executive, Fiona Bycroft, on electric vs combustion systems. Video / Michael Craig

Black Ferns arrive home from the Rugby World Cup

After winning their Bronze Final match at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, the Black Ferns have arrived home at Auckland Airport. Video / Jason Dorday

Restaurant Brands New Zealand receives proposal to take over the business

Herald business reporter Tom Raynel breaks down the announcement of a potential takeover of Restaurant Brands New Zealand. Video / NZ Herald

Police searching for driver, passenger after car rams Ōrewa’s Shoreward Gastrobar

Police are searching for suspects after a car rammed Ōrewa Shoreward Gastrobar and a fire was lit.

NZ Herald Live: Police update St Johns bus stop homicide

Police update St Johns bus stop homicide.

Huntly deal for gentailers OK by ComCom

Business with 2degrees: Draft competition watchdog approval for strategic energy reserve Huntly Firming Option, independent retailers want more transparency on hedging.

The Panel discusses all the big stories of the day

Property Editor Anne Gibson and Editorial Director at Are Media, Sarah Henry join Ryan Bridges to discuss the big stories of the day.

From rugby boots to stillettos: Eden Park set to transform into a catwalk for Breast Cancer

Eden Park’s hallowed rugby turf will be transforming into a runway for Fashion on the Field — the first-ever runway show held on the stadium’s playing field, Katie Oliver reports.

Major energy users call for stronger backup as Huntly remains key to supply

As the Government response to a Frontier Economics report on the state of the electricity sector nears, major power users are making a case for more certainty in the system.