Man’s body found in Wellington Harbour

Jacob Elordi ‘clashed’ with Venice Film Festival official at world premiere of Frankenstein

As he continues to promote the new film, Jacob Elordi appeared to clash with a Venice Film Festival official at the world premiere of Frankenstein.

On the Up: Aaron Martin on starting East Skate Club and sharing the love of skating

Aaron Martin from East Skate Club on running SonSk8 Indoor Skatepark and sharing the love of skating with young people. Video / Cameron Pitney

Why AI chatbots may not be ready to support NZ teens' mental health

RAND senior policy researcher Ryan McBain takes us through the worrying trend sweeping America.

MetService National Weather September 2 - 3

MetService National Weather September 2 - 3. Video / MetService

Night 'n Day Grocery Stores

If you’re often on the road, you’ve probably popped into a Night ‘n Day for a coffee, a few snacks, or a quick bite.

All Blacks prepare for upcoming Springboks match

Assistant coach Scott Hansen and All Blacks loose forward Wallace Sititi speak about preparations for their upcoming game against the Springboks. Video / Alyse Wright

Auckland nurses strike outside Simeon Brown's electorate office

Nurses in Auckland protested outside Minister of Health Simeon Brown's electorate office in Pakūranga. They are demanding better pay and working conditions. Video / Dean Purcell

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Amazon data centres go live and nurses picket

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Amazon's New Zealand-based data centres went live today, and nurses went on strike for the first of two planned days this week.

PM Luxon highlights Amazon's $7.5 billion investment in NZ

Amazon unveils data centre in Auckland, boosting NZ economy

Seasonal fruit and vegetables best buys

Glenn Forsyth on seasonal fruit and vegetables best buys.

Chinese government mandates AI education - Tech Talk with Noel Leeming

Garth Bray talks tech with Business of Tech Podcast Host Peter Griffin and Noel Leeming. Video / Herald NOW

Luxon announces $7.5 billion Amazon investment in NZ

PM Christopher Luxon has announced Amazon Web Services, which specialises in cloud storage and data centres, is setting up here in the country and will invest $7.5 billion.

36,000 nurses on strike today, over 'battle for patient safety'

Nathan Clark, Hutt Valley nurse and NZNO delegate, speaks with Garth Bray on Herald NOW about the day's planned action and what has led to this point.

Centrix data: Construction in Doldrums, Talleys buys Miraka baby milk processor

Business with 2Degrees: BusinessDesk editor Victoria Young speaks to Garth Bray on Herald NOW.

Aftermath footage shows houses in ruins as earthquake kills 800 in Afghanistan

Footage from Darai Nur, Afghanistan, shows airlifts and dozens of houses left in ruin after a 6.0-magnitude earthquake shook the country late on Sunday, August 31 Video \ AFP

Winston Peters on the Government's changes to foreign investment

NZ First leader Winston Peters on the Government's changes to foreign investment.

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Springboks prepare and cricket prize pot grows

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Springboks prepare for Saturday's test and the prize pot for the women's 50-over World Cup cricket tournament grows to $23.5 million.

Act MP criticises Western Bay of Plenty District Council Māori ward posts

Act MP Cameron Luxton claims the Western Bay of Plenty District Council is campaigning on social media to keep its Māori ward. Video / Herald NOW

Chris Hipkins on foreign investors buying houses and Tāmaki Makaurau byelection

Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins talks to Garth Bray on Herald NOW about the government's decision to allow wealthy investors to buy a house in New Zealand.

New Zealand's productivity is going backwards': Do we need to adopt a wartime mindset?

New Zealand’s productivity is going backwards, Infrastructure NZ Chief Executive Nick Leggett talks to Garth Bray about how it’s time to adopt a wartime mindset.

Coroner: Agencies 'failed to protect' baby boy who was murdered by meth-addicted dad

CJ White was just 10-months-old when he was murdered by his meth-addicted father — a tragedy a Coroner says could have been prevented.

Herald NOW Weather: September 2, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 2, 2025.

Investment firm outlines potential pros and cons with foreign investment changes

Icehouse ventures CEO Robbie Paul joins Garth Bray on Herald NOW to discuss the loosening of foreign property buying restrictions and how it might benefit the nation.

Ōtara kids give Mozart a run for his money

Reporter Zelcius is at Due Drop Events Centre, where kids from South Auckland’s Sistema Aotearoa program are taking the stage with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.

MetService National Weather September 2 - 5

MetService National Weather September 2 - 5. Video / MetService

Spain: Barcelona Thousands Send Off Gaza-Bound Volunteers

Thousands of supporters gathered in Barcelona, Spain, waving flags and chanting slogans as they bid farewell to a convoy of activists departing for Gaza.

Ardie Savea to play 100th All Blacks test

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith reflect on Savea’s inspiring journey and his impact on the All Blacks legacy.

Food For Thought: Digital tool helps kids make better food choices

Gamified learning makes healthy eating lessons stick.

Who holds the edge: Rassie Erasmus or Scott Robertson?

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith debate which coach has the upper hand ahead of the big clash.

Countdown to the All Blacks test against South Africa

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith break down the build-up to one of the biggest clashes between the All Blacks and South Africa.

Loafers Lodge trial: CCTV shows accused before fatal fire

A High Court jury viewed CCTV footage of the murder accused in the Loafers Lodge trial.

Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess discuss the Warriors’ efforts in the NRL

The Warriors’ match-winning try denied amid NRL knock-on debate.

All Blacks v Springboks: Scott Robertson, Finlay Christie & Tyrel Lomax media conference

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson with Finlay Christie and Tyrel Lomax speak to media in Auckland ahead of the Springboks Test at Eden Park. Video \ Jason Dorday | NZ Herald

PM announces changes to the foriegn investment scheme

Wealthy foreign investors with an investor residence visa can now purchase homes under a new policy.

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Pharmac extends vaccine access and Jetstar fined

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Jetstar fined for misleading customers and Pharmac extends access to meningitis vaccine.

Ikea announcement expected and RBNZ chair steps down

Business with 2degrees - Dileepa Fonseka joins Herald NOW's Garth Bray to discuss an expected Ikea announcement and the RBNZ chair stepping down. Video / Herald NOW

Nuclear power, sex crime and plastic waste on the Herald NOW panel

Corporate Director Rob Campbell and Sarah Sparks from Sparks Consulting join Garth Bray in the studio to discuss the issues of the day. Video / Herald NOW

The man running 617km for Mental Health and the Rolling Meadows lineup announced

Newstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire Sherwood on running for mental health and the Rolling Meadows lineup announcement. Video / Herald NOW

Monday Markets with Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst Aaron Ibbotson

Garth Bray takes a look at the the markets with Forsyth Barr. Video / Herald NOW

Shane Jones on $30m loans for small regional airlines

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones on Herald NOW talking about $30m in loans being given to small regional airlines. Video / Herald NOW