Large pod of dolphins spotted in Wellington's Houghton Bay

Tauranga 8-year-old breaks deadlifting world record

Johnny Kane deadlifted 90kg at the Ruthless Classic and later had his attempt certified by Kids World Records.

Why Trump’s Iran blockade could backfire at sea

University of Waikato international law professor Al Gillespie is with The Front Page to unpack the implications and explore what this move might really achieve.

Emergency services respond to slip in Muriwai

Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews were called to the Auckland west coast community after another slip. Video / Dean Purcell, Corey Fleming

Crater-sized potholes causing swerving on Tiniroto Rd

Rural Gisborne residents say “hundreds” of crater-sized potholes are causing vehicles to swerve across the centre line of Tiniroto Rd.

City Rail Link: Crews test train timetable, remain tight-lipped on opening date

The Herald was granted access to Te Waihorotiu Station platform during tests for the peak morning commute. Video / Michael Craig

Stolen car spins out at Gisborne roundabout in early morning police pursuit

Police said road spikes were used to stop the fleeing car at about 7.20am. Video / Kevin Hollis Glass & Aluminium

Travel Tuesday: Why Sweden is 'giving away' entire islands | Ryan Bridge TODAY

TripNotes podcast host Lorna Riley with the latest travel news. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Trump won't apologise to Pope Leo

US President Donald Trump says he won't apologise to Pope Leo. 'I think he's very weak on crime and other things,' he tells reporters at the White House. Video / AFP

Stats NZ weighs fines for failure to complete the Census

Join Alf Filipaina and Trish Sherson as they talk today's headlines on Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Industries join forces to urge signing of Indian FTA | Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZ Wine CEO Philip Gregan talks about why 28 exporters and industry associations are urging the Government to sign a Free Trade Agreement with India. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

What the successful Artemis mission means for New Zealand's aerospace industry | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Nasa's historic trip around the moon couldn't have happened without Kiwi tech - Paul Spain on the future of NZ's space industry. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Veuve Clicquot and Jacquemus collab brings luxury Mother’s Day experience to Auckland

Veuve Clicquot and Jacquemus treat mums to iconic experience

Oil supply crunch nears, Wynn Hamlyn closes, Chows v Precinct CBD skyline row | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Feb Gulf crude arrives this weekend, supply crunch coming; fashion designer bit by customer bankruptcy and shipping costs. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'No ability to cap international students' - Hipkins on Indian FTA | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he needs more information on international visas in relation to the Indian free trade agreement. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Petrol watch: Your daily guide to the cheapest petrol in the country | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Gaspy director Mike Newton with the latest fuel prices across the country. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Trump's Hormuz blockade: How will it actually affect ships passing through? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Vespucci Maritime CEO Lars Jensen joins the show from Copenhagen. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

First home buyers dominate the housing market, new Cotality report finds | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Cotality chief property economist Kelvin Davidson on first home buyers dominating the housing market. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

St James Theatre restoration: How Auckland Council is protecting its $15m grant | Ryan Bridge Today

Anne Gibson, Herald property editor, explains how the council plans to protect its whopping $15 million grant. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Who is Richard Allen? - 2degrees wrap with Garth Bray | Herald NOW Business

A Fonterra lifer with experience connecting with farmers and customers, Richard Allen is also a co-founder of investment platform Snowball Effect. Video / Herald NOW Business

ANZ predicts OCR hikes from July | Ryan Bridge TODAY

ANZ chief economist Sharon Zollner says we left monetary policy too loose during Covid, so the Reserve Bank is likely to start lifting the OCR from July. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Christchurch International Airport CEO Justin Watson on the visitor surge | Herald NOW Business

The airport is back to pre-Covid tourist numbers, with a 22% increase in international visitors and Chinese visitor numbers up by 100%.  Video / Herald NOW Business

MetService weather update: April 14

MetService weather update: April 14. Video / MetService

Damaging words in investing - ‘this time is different’ | Herald NOW Business

The Milford Report - From a market perspective is this period genuinely different from what we’ve seen before, or does it just feel that way? Video / Herald NOW Business

Sport Headlines | Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Sport Headlines | Auckland FC manager will miss home league match, Rory McIlroy celebrates being a back-to-back Masters winner | Tuesday, April 14, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday, April 14, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Teacher shortages force schools to hire unqualified staff, US enforces blockade of Iranian ports | Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Is Fisher Funds over-promising and underdelivering? | Herald NOW Business

In the swings and roundabouts of long-term investment, why does it matter if Fisher Fund is underperforming? Video / Herald NOW Business

Is a giga-yacht a bad investment even if you're super wealthy? | Herald NOW Business

In an era of extraordinary wealth where giga-yachts replace superyachts, luxury yacht broker David Seal discusses what's in and what's out if money is no object. Video / Herald NOW

Five injured, one critically, after a vehicle rolls on Auckland’s Northern Motorway.

Five injured, one critically, after a vehicle rolled on Auckland’s Northern Motorway in central Auckland, coming to rest upside down under the Wellington Street overbridge.

Fatal crash Tirimoana Road, Te Atatu South

Police remain on scene following a fatal crash on Tirimoana Road, Te Atatu South around 7:05pm. Video / NZ Herald

Can Luxon's media problem be fixed before election day?

Media Insider, Shayne Currie is with The Front Page to break down Luxon’s trials and tribulations, and how he might turn them around.

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Why did ministry ask Herald to destroy sensitive information ?

It related to talks between New Zealand and the US on critical minerals. Video / Mark Mitchell

Ute crashes into median barrier during Cyclone Vaianu

Dashcam footage shows when a ute lost control during heavy rainfall and crashed into a State Highway 1 median barrier. Video / Nick Cottier

New developments at Auckland's St James Theatre

With a 2028 opening date touted, Mitchell Hageman checks out what's going on with the restoration of Auckland's iconic theatre in 2026. Video / Alyse Wright

Fonterra takes 28 days to appoint new CEO | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Fonterra insider Richard Allen appointed to succeed Miles Hurrell with May 1 start date. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Which side is better at healthy debate? Left or right? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Simon Bridges and Louise Wallace discuss the top stories of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Electric vehicles dominate car awards in New York | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Driven senior journalist Damien O'Carroll talks about the electric vehicles that scooped the gongs at the World Car of the Year awards in New York. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

How to have impossible conversations: American philosopher, Peter Boghossian | Ryan Bridge TODAY

American philosopher has been quietly touring New Zealand schools and universities teaching young people how to have healthy debate. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

House in Ranui catches fire after freak laundry accident

The aftermath of a fire in Ranui after a pile of clothes went up in flames. Video / Supplied

The moment Rory McIlroy seals second straight Masters crown

The Northern Irishman is the first man to defend his title since 2002. Video / Sky Sport