It's a wet commute for many across the North Island, with gusty winds to boot! Chunky showers mark the South Island, with the possibility of snow to low levels today in Southland.
Herald journalist Rachel Maher learned at 8 she was conceived via sperm donation. This year, she set out to find her biological father – and herself. Video / Michael Craig
An unexpected windfall and a new life on the road – a PR executive leaves corporate stress behind for campervan capers.
Hundreds of people have gathered for pro-Palestine marches across the country, including in Auckland where Neil Finn has sung Don't Dream it's Over for the crowds.
How the Wellington Phoenix's season unravelled under pressure.
Dame Julie Christie, reality TV producer, is behind the Auckland FC doco series coming to TV in August. Video \ Jason Dorday
All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison discusses how to confront the Pumas Video / NZ Herald
Trump and Putin are meeting in Alaska this morning to hopefully discuss peace and a ceasefire deal for Ukraine. Ukraine is not present at the meeting and was not invited.
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet in Alaska to discuss peace without Ukraine. Video / NZ Herald
Auckland councillors' behaviour is under scrutiny after Cr Ken Turner's outburst. Video / Auckland Council
Season three of And Just Like That..., is available on Neon now.
Hundreds of people marched from the Tukapa Rugby Club grounds to the High Court at New Plymouth, against coward punch violence. Video / Tara Shaskey
Thick, black plumes of smoke and big flames could be seen coming from the bus parked on Birkdale Rd. Video / Brittany Fanning
One person was taken to Auckland City Hospital. Video / Supplied
Xavier Roughan joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW on his recent Cambridge scholarship. Video / Herald NOW
Media Insider Shayne Currie, Editor at Large joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW
Herald NOW panel discussion with Anne Gibson NZ Herald Property Editor and Rahul Chopra Radio Tarana Host. Video / Herald NOW
Finding a Friend for you canine companion with Misha Gildenberger, SOCIALDOG Founder.
Senior Crime Reporter Anna Leask gives latest updates on the recent Christchurch police shooting. Video / Herald NOW
Northern Advocate reporter Brodie Stone on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
Business with 2degrees - Garth Bray joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
Wayne Langford Federated Farmers President joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW
Former All Black Ian Jones joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
Courtney Johnston from Te Papa's natural history collection
Stephen Hoadley, International Relations expert breaks down the latest developments. Video / Herald NOW
Mark Mitchell National Minister and Willie Jackson Labour MP join Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
Mercury is investing $550 million into three of its historic hydro stations, aged between 64 to 75 years old. Come on a tour of one of the oldest energy assets with me and the CEO!
Carl Eb and Deborah Pead want the cows at Danbri Farm to die where they lived – and their customers to taste the difference. Video / Michael Craig
NZ Herald Morning News Update | Bryndwr shooting and Government's fight against organised crime
NZ Herald Sports Update: August 15, 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW Weather: August 15, 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Kiwi journalist Thomas Mutch joins us from Ukraine to take us through the latest on the frontlines, and behind the scenes.
Ultra-marathon runner Shannon-Leigh Litt on embracing her flow and how she adapts her training to align with her cycle.
Graycen Vaireka was playing Grand Theft Auto when a car smashed into the home next door, coming within 30cm of a mum and daughter. Video / Graycen Vaireka / Cherie Howie
Pilot whale spotted close to shore at Mahia’s Blue Bay before it died soon after beaching.
It follows Luxon saying Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu has "lost the plot". Video / Mark Mitchell