The project will expand a 6.5km stretch to four lanes. Funding approval is pending, with a decision expected later this year. Video / NZTA
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Herald NOW: Chelsea Daniels from the Front Page Podcast on continued Pike River concerns
Chelsea Daniels from the Front Page Podcast joins Ryan Bridge this morning. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Property with GJ Gardner Homes 5 June
Herald NOW: Property with GJ Gardner Homes 5 June. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Paihia boat fire update
Northern Advocate reporter Brodie Stone gives an update on the boat fire in Paihia. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Sports panel 5 June 2025
Cameron McMillan and Christopher Reive speak to Ryan Bridge about the new format of the Super Rugby Competition, Ryan Fox at the PGA and Warriors news. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Dave Letele and Deborah Pead speak to Ryan Bridge
Herald NOW: Dave Letele and Deborah Pead morning panel. Video / Herald NOW
Tekapo residents wake up to snow
Drone footage shows snow coverage in Tekapo. Video / George Heard
Herald NOW: NZ population to reach 6 million by 2040
Ryan Bridge talks to Paul Spoonley about NZ's population and future concerns. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: "Significant snow" throughout the McKenzie District
Acting McKenzie District Mayor says black ice will be a danger for drivers. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Business with 2degrees: June 5 2025
Herald NOW: Business with 2degrees: June 5 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Ex Black Caps coach Gary Stead joins Ryan Bridge
Herald NOW: Ex Black Caps coach Gary Stead talks to Ryan Bridge. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Taupo civil defence gives update as residents on evacuation alert
Settlement near Taupo on evacuation alert after heavy rain has caused river to swell to breaking point. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Grocery Commissioner hits out at supermarkets
Grocery Commissioner worried about power imbalance between suppliers and supermarkets. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Luxon's press secretary resigns amid allegations he recorded sex workers
PM's deputy press secretary has resigned after "serious and concerning" allegations were made against him. Video / NZ Herald
60 emergency calls in upper North as wild weather hits
Fire and Emergency had about to 60 callouts in Northland, Auckland, Bay of Plenty and Waikato. Video / NZ Herald
Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 5 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 5 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Daily News Update: June 5 2025
Herald NOW: Daily News Update: June 5 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Te Pāti Māori co-leaders speak ahead of Privileges Committee debate
Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi addressed reporters head of the House debate on the Privileges Committee recommendation. Video / Mark Mitchell
Media Insider: Where to for NZME? New chair Steven Joyce opens up
NZME chair Steven Joyce on his radio history (and pranks); editorial independence and the future of OneRoof. Video / NZ Herald
Kea Kids News: Haka shows love for MPs facing suspension
Reporter Sinembali is on the Parliament steps, where supporters have turned out for 3 MPs facing possible suspension for their haka in opposition to the Treaty Principles Bill.
Dave Alexander will attempt to break the land speed record in his homebuilt Lakester car
Waikato man Dave Alexander heads to the United States to break the land speed record in his homebuilt Lakester car.
Watch - “Horrific”: Plastic pellet pollution on beaches sparks concerns about industry inaction
Hundreds of thousands of “nurdles” have washed up on Waiheke’s Oneroa Beach. Video / Dean Purcell, Alyse Wright
Frank: Stories from the South, Episode 4 – Mary still kicks at 86.
“I can't kick to the head, because I can't reach that high now, but I can take someone's knee out,” says 86-year-old martial arts teacher Mary Patu.
MetService Severe Weather Update: June 4
MetService Severe Weather Update: June 4. Video / Metservice
CCTV footage reveals LynnMall attacker before knife assault
CCTV footage shows Ahamad Samsudeen before his knife attack at LynnMall supermarket. Video / Supplied
Warning after infant's finger gets cut on Singapore Airlines flight
The brother of a 1-year-old boy whose finger got trapped in a tray table demonstrates how the injury happened.
Government rejects plan to bar cruise ships from Milford Sound
The Government has rejected a vision to ban cruise ships from Milford Sound and close its airstrip while announcing $15.2m for infrastructure upgrades & conservation projects.
Ukraine's secret service publishes footage of alleged attack on Crimean bridge
Kyiv's SBU releases video of a blast under the Crimean bridge, claiming Ukraine detonated a bomb on the key link between annexed Crimea and Russia. Video / AFP
In-N-Out Burger brings pop-up to central Auckland
In-N-Out Burger is hosting a one-day pop-up in central Auckland at Wynyard Pavilion. The Californian chain announced the event on their Instagram. Video / Dean Purcell
Andrew Little announces public transport policy
Labour's Andrew Little, flanked by fellow candidates Tom James and Daran Ponter, are proposing a maximum of eight paid bus and train trips per week.
Chlöe Swarbrick and Brooke van Velden react to Simeon Browns comments on state owned businesses
Chlöe Swarbrick and Brooke van Velden react to Simeon Brown's comments on state owned businesses on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Paul Henry to host The Chase NZ
Jenni Mortimer joins Ryan Bridge in the studio to talk about Paul Henry's new role hosting The Chase NZ. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Ryan speaks to Chelsea Daniels 'A warmer winter is coming'
Herald NOW: The Front Page Podcast host Chelsea Daniels chats to Ryan Bridge. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Morning panel with Dileepa Fonseka and Sarah Sparks
Herald NOW: Morning panel with Dileepa Fonseka and Sarah Sparks. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: 'The biggest and most storied rival in NZ schools' Christchurch boys vs Christ's College
Ryan Bridge talks with Mike Thorpe about the exciting rugby taking place in Christchurch. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Personal Finance with Forsyth Barr: June 4 2025
Forysth Barr: Personal Finance with Mark Richardson - Wednesday June 4 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: New NZME chair Steven Joyce speaks to Ryan Bridge
New NZME chair Steven Joyce joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Political reaction to the latest polls with Chlöe Swarbrick and Brooke van Velden
Reaction to the latest political polls from Chloe Swarbrick and Brooke van Velden. Video / Herald NOW