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New Zealand'Nothing left': Floods and landslide leave grieving families in central MexicoFloods and landslide leave grieving families in central Mexico. Video / AFPWatch12 Oct 02:31 AM
New Zealand'Thought I was going to see multiple people die': Dangerous overtake caught on dashcamA motorist on State Highway 2 caught video footage of a driver making a dangerous overtake near Paeroa about midday. Video / SuppliedWatch11 Oct 11:28 PM
New ZealandRotorua Business Awards entertainmentBusiness Awards attendees were treated to music from the Highland Pipe Band. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Oct 09:11 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Local election results, one dead in Canterbury house fireNZ Herald Morning News Update | Local election results roll in; Wayne Brown, Andrew Little, Phil Mauger elected. One dead in house fire in Canterbury. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Oct 08:09 PM
New ZealandTania Tapsell re-elected as Rotorua MayorTapsell has been a Rotorua councillor on three occasions and was first elected mayor in 2022. Video / Alan GibsonWatch11 Oct 08:05 PM
New ZealandDid local body candidate Jamaine Ross get elected despite telling people not to vote for himThe comedian said he did not want the job but entered the race because he told a room of people he would. Video / Instagram / @jamaine_rossWatch11 Oct 06:25 AM
EntertainmentBrad Pitt and Ines de Ramon move in togetherAfter three years of dating, Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon are said to have moved in together and are “happier than ever”. Video / Video ElephantWatch11 Oct 06:21 AM
New ZealandTim Macindoe has been confirmed as Hamilton’s new mayorFormer MP Tim Macindoe has been confirmed as Hamilton’s new mayor. Video / Tom EleyWatch11 Oct 06:05 AM
New ZealandGisborne mayor Rehette StoltzIt looks likely that Rehette Stoltz has been re-elected for a third term as Gisborne Mayor based on Saturday's progress results. Video / Zita CampbellWatch11 Oct 05:55 AM
New ZealandAndrew Little elected mayor of WellingtonThe former Labour leader spoke to media after getting the call from the council CEO. Video / Mark MitchellWatch11 Oct 03:37 AM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Mayoral candidate Kerrin Leoni speaks to mediaLocal elections 2025: Mayoral candidate Kerrin Leoni speaks to media.Watch10 Oct 11:34 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Wayne Brown speaks to the mediaLocal elections 2025: Wayne Brown wins second term as Auckland MayorWatch10 Oct 11:28 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Andrew Little runs for Wellington MayorAndrew Little is a candidate in Wellington's mayoral race this year.Watch10 Oct 11:28 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
New ZealandDog dragged by car along New Plymouth one-wayA dog jumped out of a vehicle travelling along Powderham St in New Plymouth, resulting in her being dragged along the road.Watch10 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Auckland Fire Station closed down, thousands return home to GazaNZ Herald Morning News Update | Auckland Fire Station closed down, thousands return home to Gaza. Rain warnings, local elections and concern for families with disabled teenagers.Watch10 Oct 08:19 PM
WorldMultiple dead, more missing as blast rocks Tennessee explosives plantImages show scorched ground, still burning and burned-out cars after a deadly blast rocked a US explosives factory in the Bucksnort area along the Hickman County line, Tennessee.Watch10 Oct 06:48 PM
New ZealandBusiest fire station in New Zealand closed after asbestos was detectedFirefighters put through decontamination after further asbestos was detected at Auckland Central Fire Station. Video / NZ HeraldWatch10 Oct 06:43 PM
EntertainmentPrince William left fighting back tears in painful talk about suicidePrince William was left fighting back tears during a candid talk with a woman who lost her husband to suicide as part of a video filmed to mark World Mental Health Day on Friday.Watch10 Oct 06:35 PM
New ZealandDunedin millionaire helping first-time buyers into homes76-year-old Roger Fewtrell, founder of Southern Hospitality, is funding 250 affordable homes in Dunedin to help working families buy their first homes and boost city housing.Watch10 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldHow famine and fear are shaping children’s lives in GazaTess Ingram reports from Gaza hospitals as famine grips children. Video / UNICEFWatch10 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHouse on fire on Onewa Rd in NorthcoteFire and Emergency said crews were working to contain the blaze in the ceiling of a single-storey home. Video / Ella TangitauWatch10 Oct 01:52 AM
New ZealandAuckland local elections 2025: what’s at stake for votersThe Front Page’s Chelsea Daniels reports from Auckland on key races, major issues, and what’s driving voter turnout in the 2025 local elections.Watch10 Oct 12:47 AM
New Zealand'I can't breathe': Students pinned beneath crowd crush outside uni barOfficers were called to The Foundry as students packed the pre-party ahead of this weekend’s end-of-year celebrations. Video \ SuppliedWatch09 Oct 11:19 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: October 10th-12thMetService Severe Weather Warning: October 10th-12th. Video / MetServiceWatch09 Oct 09:43 PM
EntertainmentMental As Anything: Angelina Grey on podcasting with a purposeHauraki host Angie Grey talks about celebrity vulnerability and speaking up. Video / Alyse WrightWatch09 Oct 09:00 PM
EntertainmentCristiano Ronaldo has reportedly become the first billionaire footballerCristiano Ronaldo is the wealthiest man in football, according to new data gathered by Bloomberg. Video / VEWatch09 Oct 08:46 PM
Herald NOWFarm Frontlines: What Rural NZ is watching this weekSarah Perriam-Lampp from CEO of Countrywide Media joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOWWatch09 Oct 07:37 PM
Herald NOWBig bonus for TVNZ boss, ASA weed comment, record number of TVNZ complaintsWhat’s really going on behind the headlines? NZ Herald editor-at-large Shayne Currie breaks down the big media stories of the week.Watch09 Oct 07:31 PM
Herald NOWKiwi Walk/Run Series: Irene van Dyk champions safer trails for Kiwi womenThe Aramex Kiwi Walk & Run Series helps women feel safer on New Zealand’s trails. Irene van Dyk shares why she’s backing the movement. Video / Herald NOWWatch09 Oct 07:21 PM
Herald NOWSun, Storms or Snow? Your weekend weather wrapMetService’s Heather Keats has your weekend forecast, from top to tail of the country.Watch09 Oct 07:20 PM
Herald NOWNZ Drug Laws ‘ Colossal failure': NZ Drug FoundationNZ Drug Foundation director Sarah Helm says urgent reform is needed to reduce harm. Video / Herald NOWWatch09 Oct 07:05 PM
Herald NOWGreen gold? Seaweed industry makes its case at Nelson summitSeaweed is being touted as New Zealand’s next sustainable success story. Michael Lakeman explains why this humble ocean plant is making waves.Watch09 Oct 06:58 PM
Herald NOWSharesies, card spending & Paysauce: Garth Bray from BusinessDesk joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOWBusiness with 2degrees: Sharesies capital raise at $750M; card data spending up, matching inflation; Paysauce pushes into Australia.Watch09 Oct 06:57 PM
Herald NOWDrug law, Jobseeker cuts and budget bluesNational’s Paul Goldsmith and Labour’s Ginny Anderson join Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.Watch09 Oct 06:45 PM
Herald NOWFrom wild to worthwhile: The hunters feeding hungry kiwisBay of Plenty Times reporter Kaitlyn Morrell talks to Ryan Bridge about a unique initiative turning wild game into meals for those in need. Video / Herald NOWWatch09 Oct 06:44 PM
Herald NOWWinston Peters: NZ’s position on the Middle East CeasefireForeign Minister Winston Peters responds to the proposed ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Video / Herald NOWWatch09 Oct 06:31 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW Weather: October 10, 2025Herald NOW Weather: October 10, 2025. Video / MetServiceWatch09 Oct 06:18 PM
Herald NOWCan the Israel-Hamas ceasefire hold?Security and intelligence expert Anthony Glees joins Herald Now from the UK to assess the fragile truce in the Middle East. Video / Herald NOWWatch09 Oct 06:10 PM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Morning News Update | All eyes on Israel and Gaza and swifter action on drug lawsNZ Herald Morning News Update | All eyes on Israel and Gaza, milestone moment for child protection efforts and Te Pāti Māori says ‘need to correct course’Watch09 Oct 06:06 PM
