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Changes to the foreign buyers ban

Property with with G.J. Garden Homes: Bayleys Head of Research Chris Fahri talks to Garth Bray on Herald NOW about the changes to the foreign buyers ban.

Dave Letele and Sarah Henry on the Herald NOW panel

Garth Bray is joined by BBM Motivation founder Dave Letele and Are Media Editorial Director Sarah Henry. Video / Herald NOW

Rugby's greatest rivalry: The mystique of the rivalry between the All Blacks and the Springboks

Herald sports editor Winston Aldworth on the history of all the tests played between the All Blacks and the Springboks.

All Blacks' Eden Park record on the line vs Springboks

Cam McMilland and Chris Reive join Garth Bray on Herald NOW to discuss the upcoming All Blacks vs Springboks team naming and test at Eden Park.

Surgeons call for New Zealand to accelerate AI use as patient waitlists blow out

Surgeons claim AI use couldn't come sooner, as patient waitlists continue to grow. Video / Herald NOW

Mount Maunganui police operation

A man with a sword allegedly made threats, leading to a 13-hour standoff. Video / Supplied

High-profile sportsman trial: Radiologist says infant rib fractures not definitive of abuse

A radiologist says swelling seen on scans of an infant’s chest reflected rib fractures, but did not indicate abuse.

Kim Jong Un's daughter makes appearance at Beijing parade

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrives at Beijing parade with daughter his Kim Ju Ae. Video / Getty

UK government to ban energy drinks for under-16s - should NZ do the same?

NZ Dental Association sugary drinks spokesperson Rob Beaglehole joins Garth Bray on Herald NOW to discuss plans to stop sales of energy drinks to under-16s. Video / Herald NOW

Justice system under 'considerable strain'

Former High Court Judge, Simon Moore KC, joins Garth Bray on Herald NOW to discuss the Chief Justice's annual report and the failings in the system it outlines.

'Geopolitical tensions ratcheting up' - Xi, Putin and Kim Jong Un at military parade

Geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller joins Garth Bray on Herald NOW to discuss China's military parade and its wider global meaning.

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Coach responds to toilet water stunt and Imane Khelif appeals ban

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Broncos coach responds to video of Reece Walsh drinking toilet water and Imane Khelif appeals World Boxing's decision to bar her from competing.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Chief Justice's warning and Government's rift over density plan

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Chief Justice's warning about New Zealand's legal system and National and Act argue over Auckland density plan.

Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin at military parade in Beijing

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin with official ceremony in Beijing.

Herald NOW Weather: September 4, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 4, 2025.

Pic Picot, New Zealand's peanut butter king

The founder of Pic's Peanut Butter talks to Liam Dann about his former hippie days.

Why do people confess to crimes they didn't commit?

Forensic Psychologist Ghazi Metoui joins us to discuss the psychology behind police interviews.

Broke Boy Taco accuses Taco Amaiz of brand confusion, owner disputes

Alfredo Romero, owner of Taco Amaiz in Elliott Stables. A Mexican restaurant called Broke Boy Taco sent a cease and desist letter to his restaurant called Taco Amaiz.

Kea Kids News: It’s a kea vs. kea smackdown!

It’s Conservation Week! From hardboiled eggs to locusts, reporter Sibabalwe is at Wellington Zoo learning how we can all help our native animals live their best lives.

Behind the scenes at Syos Aerospace as its founder reveals big expansion plans

Following its £30m drone deal with the UK Government, the Mount Maunganui startup is adding new uncrewed vehicles and tripling its local staff. Video \ Jason Dorday

Loafers Lodge murder accused said voices commanded him to burn down building

Psychiatrist Dr Justin Barry-Walsh describes the moment the defendant told him he heard voices telling him to light the fatal fire. Video / Supplied

Allegedly stolen vehicles near-miss with Christchurch school kids

The video shows the car narrowly missing kids on bikes on Travis Road in Christchurch. Video / Christchurch Dash Cams

All Blacks' Eden Park record faces its biggest test

The All Blacks' Eden Park record faces its biggest test as the Springboks threaten their 50-match unbeaten record at the stadium this weekend. Video / Alyse Wright

Kiwi woman removed from flight for alleged drunken antics

She was removed from a flight for alleged intoxicated behaviour, including ignoring cabin crew instructions and dancing in the aisle. Video / AFP

Chief Justice speaks on the stress judges face in a overloaded justice system

Chief Justice Dame Helen Winkelmann speaks on the "heavy load" that judges carry on a day to day basis in a justice system she says is under considerable stress. Video / NZ Herald

Peeni Henare and Chris Hipkins visit Te Māhurehure Marae

Labour MP Peeni Henare and Labour leader Chris Hipkins visit Te Māhurehure Marae ahead of the Tāmaki Makaurau byelection. Video / Alyse Wright

Loafers Lodge murder accused's clinical history shared with jury

Crown prosecutor Stephanie Bishop and Psychiatrist Dr Justin Barry-Walsh speak about the defendant's mental health history. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Interislander deal and conviction quashed

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Shipbuilder agrees to price of new ferries and conviction quashed in manslaughter case.

CCTV footage captures street attack in Mt Wellinton

CCTV footage captures street attack in Mt Wellington overnight that left one critically injured.

Split Enz regrouping for Electric Avenue and the line-up for Homegrown

Entertainment reporter Mitchell Hageman on Split Enz to play at Electric Avenue and the line-up for Homegrown is announced. Video / Herald NOW

Phil Goff and Stuart Nash on the Herald NOW panel

Former Auckland Mayor Phil Goff and former Police Minister Stuart Nash on Herald NOW talking through the big stories of the day. Video / Herald NOW

Gregor Paul on the upcoming All Blacks test against the Springboks

Rugby Analyst Gregor Paul on the Eden Park test between the All Blacks and the Springboks.

The benefits of getting a personal investment adviser

Personal Finance with Forsyth Barr: Investment Advisor Mark Richardson on why you might need a personal investment adviser. Video / Herald NOW

Smiths City in voluntary administration and renegotiating the Paris Climate agreement

Business with 2degrees: BusinessDesk's Riley Kennedy on pressure in retail and possible impact of renegotiating the Paris Climate agreement.

International tourist numbers continuing to climb to pre-Covid levels

Destination Queenstown's Mat Woods talks to Herald NOW about continuing international tourism growth and the need to invest in infrastructure to support it.

David Seymour and Chlöe Swarbrick talking Paris Climate agreement and foreign investment changes

Act Party Leader David Seymour and Green Party Co-Leader Chlöe Swarbrick on Herald NOW talking Paris Climate agreement and foreign investment changes.

Manslaughter conviction quashed in ‘false confession’ miscarriage of justice

Criminal Defence Lawyer Steven Lack on Herald NOW after Harry Matchitt's manslaughter conviction was thrown out after 'false confession' to police.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Harry Matchitt manslaughter conviction quashed

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Harry Matchitt applied for $600,000 in compensation after having his manslaughter conviction quashed & tourists spending more money in NZ.

NZ Herald Sports Update: September 3, 2025

NZ Herald Sports Update: September 3, 2025.

Herald NOW Weather: September 3rd, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 3rd, 2025.