There are nine new coronavirus cases in New Zealand and one additional death. The death brings the total toll to 12 and is of a man in Invercargill who died at home and who was linked to the Bluff wedding cluster.
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Fire at McDonald's Pakuranga
Emergency services are attending the fire at a McDonald's on Pakuranga Rd. Video / Supplied, Te Rina Triponel
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Christopher Luxon holds a post-Cabinet press conference
Greg Foran on Air NZ's biggest cabin overhaul
Air New Zealand's chief executive talks about the $490m Dreamliner retrofit and his job. Video / Michael Craig
A memorial tree has been planted for slain American entomology student Kyle Whorrall.
A memorial tree has been planted at the entrance of St John’s bush in honour of slain American entomology student Kyle Whorrall. Video \ Jason Dorday
NZ Herald Live: Victim of abuse wants a judicial review
Victim of abuse is wanting a judicial review
Highbrook Crossing: New hub for Auckland's Biggest Business Park
Goodman Group is upgrading Highbrook Crossing to add retail, dining and public space to New Zealand’s largest business park in East Tāmaki. Video \ Jason Dorday
Kea Kids News: En-Locked unlocks stardom at the World Dance Crew Champs
Reporter Angelina is in Auckland, where hip hop crews from all over the world are battling to see who’s the best. Aotearoa group En-Locked is in the house, let’s see how they do!
NZ Defence $2b Helicopter Spend, Trump’s Global Influence & Mental Health | NZ Herald News Update
$2b for NZ Defence helicopters, Trump’s influence on global elections, and Parliament tackles alcohol and mental health.
Markets with Madison: Meet a gold merchant
The Coleman family has been melting down precious metals for more than 40 years. This is the first time they've shared inside their multi-million dollar gold and silver operation.
Pre-Budget 2025 Defence announcement
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was joined by Deputy PM Winston Peters and Minister of defence Judith Collins to make a pre-budget defence announcement. Video / Alex Burton
Steven Adams' hot-mic moment stuns journalists during post-game conference
The NBA star's split-second jab at an Australian reporter’s accent was picked up by microphones. Video / @clutchfans
Albanese's Aussie Win, NZ Storm Anxiety & Gaza Aid | NZ Herald News Update
Albanese wins Australian election, Kiwis worry about wild weather, and 3D-printed limbs help child amputees in Gaza.
NZ Herald Live: pre-Budget 2025 Defence announcement
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to be joined by Defence Minister Judith Collins and deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters make a pre-Budget defence announcement.
The moment that cost Liam Lawson his first F1 points of 2025
The moment that cost Liam Lawson his first F1 points of 2025, The Kiwi tangled with Fernando Alonso. Video / Sky Sports
Watch: Fire rips through Mt Roskill house
Neighbours heard explosions as a fire ripped through a Mt Roskill house. Video / supplied
Mum pays tribute after Auckland bus stop killing, Australians vote early | NZ Herald News Update
Mum pays tribute after Auckland bus stop killing, Australians vote early and insurance companies brace for claims.
On The Up: Roots growing deeper for tree planting pair and their business KiwiCan
Megyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022. Video / Brodie Stone
Auckland man gets full refund after $158k transfer error.
Andrew Che lost his life savings after sending it to the wrong account. Barclays Bank has refunded his money after a prolonged battle for compensation. Video \ Jason Dorday
Aerial view: Canterbury flooding isolates communities
Aerial footage reveals the scale of flooding across areas of Canterbury after a destructive weather system hit the region and prompted a state of emergency.
Sir Bob Jones remembered | Barry Soper tells stories about his life and career
Sir Bob Jones, a prominent business figure, has died at his Wellington home aged 85.
Martin Cooper of Harcourts Cooper & Co on tribunal decision
North Shore real estate agency chief responds to a Real Estate Disciplinary Tribunal decision. Video \ Supplied
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media
Christopher Luxon speaks to media
NZ Herald Live: Mark Mitchell provides update on state of emergency in Christchurch and Selwyn
Mark Mitchell provides an update on the state of emergency in Christchurch and Selwyn
Watch: Is this a mini tornado above Auckland Harbour?
A possible mini tornado was spotted about Auckland Harbour as the latest band of wild weather hits the city.
Severe wind, rain forecast to ease for Canterbury and Wellington after gales and flooding
Fire and Emergency NZ said it responded to more than 30 callouts overnight, mainly in the Wellington area.
More Kiwis turning to methamphetamine and the worst of the weather is over | NZ Herald News Update
The worst of the weather is over, more Kiwis turning to methamphetamine and Drs are back at the negotiating table.
Oliver Mander on CEO pay
NZSA chief executive Oliver Mander speaks about CEO pay in 2024. Video / Dean Purcell
Lower Hutt woman narrowly escapes being crushed by tree
Waiwhetu woman Julie Paterson heard 'a loud cracking', looked up, and saw a tree branch falling towards her during Wednesday's storm. Video / Julie Paterson
New Zealand battered by floods, snow and strong winds, travel disrupted
Heather Keats updates the powerful system battering New Zealand, bringing floods, snow, extreme wind and widespread disruption. Video / NZ Herald, MetService, Vanessa Weenink
Wellington faces rare red warning for extreme winds and rain
MetService Head of Weather News, Heather Keats, breaks down why Wellington is under a rare red warning with extreme winds, heavy rain and dangerous high tides.
NZ Herald Live: Mark Mitchell talks to media
Hon Mark Mitchell, Deputy Mayor Malcolm Lyall, and Local MP Hon Nicola Grigg speak to the media on the local state of emergency in Selwyn
Chlöe Swarbrick announces Green Party industrial strategy from Tokoroa
Gisborne locals and health workers marched to Heipipi Park, where speakers highlighted what they say is a regional health crisis.
NZ Herald Live: Simeon Brown talks to media
NZ Herald Live: Simeon Brown talks to media
Tourist mauled by crocodile after climbing into enclosure to pose for a selfie
A tourist in the Philippines climbed into a crocodile cage to pose for a selfie, only to be attacked by the beast.
Senior doctors and nurses walk out nationwide
Senior doctors and nurses protest outside Auckland Hospital during a nationwide strike over pay and staffing shortages. Video Jason Dorday
One critically injured after high-speed crash in Avondale
A person has sustained critical injuries after a high-speed crash on Tiverton Rd, Avondale at 2.14am. Video / NZ Herald
Rain, wind gusts and swells smash New Zealand
Floodwater has inundated homes and roads as heavy downpours, damaging wind gusts and 7-metre swells smash the country’s east coast.
Markets with Madison: US exodus?
This episode explains why the US dollar is weak, why it may continue to depreciate, and if its world reserve currency status is at risk. Video / Carson Bluck
Severe weather hits New Zealand and Kiwisaver cuts not ruled out | NZ Herald News Update
Severe weather hits New Zealand, Kiwisaver cuts not ruled out and senior doctors on strike.