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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.

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.

NZ Herald Live: US President Donald Trump makes announcement

NZ Herald Live: US President Donald Trump makes announcement. Video / PBS

No pillow, no bed. We hear from kids who live without

NZ has alarming levels of poverty as families struggle with the cost of living. Reporter Filoialii talks to one Auckland family about sticking together while facing hardship.

Light+Shade: A tribute to photojournalism, friendship, and Jason Oxenham’s fight

Light+Shade unites NZ’s top photographers in a fundraising exhibition supporting Jason Oxenham’s fight against blood cancer. Video / Michael Craig

Why thousands of NZ nurses are striking this week

Union delegate and health care assistant at Christchurch Hospital, Al Dietschin tells us what it’s like on the ground, and at the picket line.

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

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.

Mourners perform haka for former Māori All Black Shane Christie

Tributes at Shane Christie's funeral highlighted his impact and unassuming nature, including his support for Gumboot Friday. Video / George Heard

Kiwi celebrity chef Ben Bayly joins Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking in the studio

Renowned NZ chef Ben Bayly talks about his exciting new venture in Wellington and the latest season of A NZ Food Story with Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking.

The Herald NOW panel with Deborah Pead and Mark Crysell

Deborah Pead from Pead PR and TV presenter Mark Crysell join Garth Bray in the studio. Video / Herald NOW

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.