Focus: Queenstown election decided by coin toss

Penrose businesses dismayed early road closures for Ed Sheeran concert

Retail operators along Station Rd in Penrose say they’re being shut out during peak trading hours due to road closures for the Go Media Stadium event. Video / Corey Fleming

Election 2026: Economy, health set to dominate the Beehive this year

We dive into where each party stands, what they’ve announced thus far, and what the election campaign could bring us with Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths.

Watch: Rubbish fire on Auckland's SH20 motorway

Video from an office window shows a rubbish fire near Lambie Drive on Auckland's SH20. Video / Rini Criz

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Police find bodies in Waikato River and renewed concerns grow over graduate jobs | Tuesday, January 13, 2026

MetService afternoon weather update: 13 - 14 January

MetService afternoon weather update: 13 - 14 January. Video / MetService

Hell's Angels central Auckland headquarters swarmed by Police

A heavy police presence was seen around the Mt Eden gang headquarters on Tuesday morning following a fleeing driver incident. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Morning Headlines | Water Safety NZ alarmed by deaths and Government Agency concerned over Māori unemployment | Tuesday, January 13, 2026

ASB Classic; Defending champion Gael Monfils on his title defence

Defending champion Gael Monfils on his Auckland preparation, retirement and why he is playing without pressure.

Red carpet highlights at the Golden Globes

Red carpet highlights at the Golden Globes. Video / Getty

Inside David Wardle’s adult LEGO obsession

“kidulting” adults reconnecting with childhood through play. Video \ Jason Dorday

Manage My Health: What we know about hacker and ransom demand

NZ Herald senior reporter David Fisher has been following the breach, and will break down what happened, and who is behind it.

NZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 12, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Man and woman charged in Manurewa shooting and demonstrations continue in Iran | Monday, January 12, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Monday January 12, 2026

Morning Headlines | Forest fires in Te Haroto and Wairarapa, and advisory group seeks to drive reform in aged care | Monday January 12, 2026

‘Aggressive’ overtaking on Canterbury highway leads to near miss

The driver of a 4WD gave fellow motorists the finger when they objected the highly dangerous manoeuvre near Omarama. Video / Supplied

Rallies across US against shooting of woman by immigration agent

Aerial footage shows people taking to the streets in Minneapolis, Denver, and Philadelphia to protest the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Good, a mother shot dead in her car.

MetService afternoon weather update: 11 - 13 January

MetService afternoon weather update: 11 - 13 January. Video / MetService

US and allies carry out 'large-scale' strikes against Isis in Syria

The strikes come after an attack in December that left three Americans dead. Video / AFP

ASB Classic: Semi-final heartbreak for Alexandra Eala, Elina Svitolina on course for title

NZ Herald tennis writer Michael Burgess wraps up an epic semi finals day at the women's ASB Classic and looks ahead to the final. Video / Michael Burgess

Another night of mass protests in Iran

The fresh protests come despite an internet shutdown imposed by authorities. Video / AFP

NZ Herald Headlines | Sunday, January 11, 2026

Morning Headlines | Fires tear through Australia and search continues for missing swimmer | Sunday, January 11, 2026

Tom Hiddleston on playing Sir Edmund Hillary and returning to The Night Manager

Actor Tom Hiddleston reveals his love for New Zealand and what it was like playing one of our greatest heroes. Video / Amazon Prime

ASB Classic: It means the world to top seed Elina Svitolina

ASB Classic finalist Elina Svitolina explains why this Auckland final is extra special, the pressure of being the player to beat and advice from husband Gael Monfils.

Helicopters over Poripori Water Holes as crews attend fatal drowning incident

Helicopters fly over Poripori Water Holes as crews attend fatal drowning incident in the Bay of Plenty. Video / Supplied

Raw sewage overflows near popular Corsair Bay, Christchurch

Raw sewage has been spotted overflowing near popular Corsair Bay, Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald

'A lot of smoke, a lot of noise': Madrid building explosion kills one and injures nine

An explosion has gutted a residential building in Madrid, killing an elderly woman and injuring nine other people, according to authorities. "A lot of smoke, a lot of noise.

Trump speaks on Venezuela, oil, Iran and Greenland claiming 'easy way or the hard way'

US President Donald Trump held a press conference where he spoke on his plans with Venezuela, Iran and Greenland. Video / AFP

Western Europe braces for heavy snow fall and strong winds as storm approaches

Heavy winds, snow and freezing temperatures have hit large parts of western Europe. With the arrival of Storm Goretti, forecasters have issued severe weather warnings. Video / AFP

Kyiv police continue assessing damage after overnight Russian strikes

Police in Kyiv work across seven districts to assess damage and assist residents following overnight Russian strikes that damaged at least 20 residential buildings. Video / AFP

Philippines: Rescue workers search for dozens missing after landfill collapse

Philippines: Rescue workers search for dozens missing after landfill collapse. Video / AFP

Elina Svitolina completes comeback win over Sonay Kartal for semi-final spot

ASB Classic top seed Elina Svitolina on never giving up, finding a little opportunity and her tough road to the tournament semi-finals. Video / NZ Herald

Iran's Government cuts off internet and international phone calls amid protests

Iran's Government has cut off the country's internet and international phone calls amid violent night-time protests. Video / AFP

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday January 10, 2025

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday January 10, 2025. Hot weather expected for some, rain for others. Irans government shuts off internet and international calls. Gaming sector booms.

How one Samoan chief is navigating the rising costs of corned beef

Samoan community leader Pa'u Teleiai Edwin Puni describes the significance of corned beef as well as how his family are navigating its rising cost when it comes to fa'alavelave.

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Friday January 9, 2025

Afternoon Headlines | ManageMyHealth begins notifying users affected by data breach, protest erupt in Minneapolis | Friday January 9, 2025

Smoke billows from Pakuranga grocer as family watch

Ahmed Reynolds-Hatem explains the significance of the store to his family, who watched it break out in flames earlier today. Video / Jason Dorday, Supplied

DB Breweries boss on changing drinking habits

Peter Hart, managing director of DB Breweries, speaks to Tom Raynel about the alcohol industry, shifting consumer habits and his time overseas. Video \ Jason Dorday

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday January 9, 2025

Morning Headlines | Record high temperatures predicted this weekend, Inquiry into Bondi terror attack begins | Friday January 9, 2025

Inside AT's license plate recognition vehicles, how do they work?

The Herald goes for a ride along in one of the cars which have made enforcing parking infringements more efficient for AT to see just how they work. Video / Cameron Pitney

Sir Ron Young - former head of the NZPB

Sir Ron Young - former head of the NZPB. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Catch up with Hone Hillman eight months after his viral garage sale

Hone Hillman and his dad Sam Samuelu give an update eight months after Hone's garage sale fundraiser went viral. Video / Joe Allison