Home / New ZealandNew Year Honours 2026NZ Herald30 Dec, 2025 04:00 PMSaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditSporting, science and community icons have been recognised in this year's prestigious list.
New ZealandMetService national weather update: December 31 - January 1MetService national weather update: December 31 - January 1. Video / MetServiceWatch31 Dec 03:30 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | One dead in SH1 crash, Leighton Smith named New Year 2026 HonoureeNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | One dead in SH1 crash, Leighton Smith named New Year 2026 Honouree, boosted police presence in Sydney. Video / NZ HeraldWatch31 Dec 01:16 AM
EntertainmentKiwi band Borderline at Rhythm and VinesYoung NZ band Borderline played a great set during Rhythm and Vines.Watch30 Dec 11:50 PM
New ZealandElectrical fire cuts power to dozens of Russell businessesAn electrical fire in Russell yesterday cut power to dozens of businesses during the busy holiday period.Watch30 Dec 10:10 PM
WorldTatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s granddaughter, dies at 35Tatiana Schlossberg’s family announced her death in a social media post shared by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.Watch30 Dec 09:32 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, December 31, 2025Morning Headlines | New Year 2026 Honours released and ambulance crews brace for busy night | Wednesday, December 31, 2025Watch30 Dec 07:13 PM
WorldChina's military releases footage of live-fire drills near TaiwanChina says it is carrying out live-fire drills on maritime targets north and southwest of Taiwan, involving destroyers, frigates, fighters, bombers and drones.Watch30 Dec 05:37 PM
New ZealandHeart-surgery hero tackles first TRYathlon!Reporter Lily meets Jake, who shares his inspirational journey from a major heart operation, to race day victory at the Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlonWatch30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours 2026Sporting, science and community icons have been recognised in this year's prestigious list.Watch30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan saved from rocks at Fishermans Cove, WhangaparāoaA witness said the man was trapped on the rocks for at least an hour. Video / Riki WaughWatch30 Dec 04:45 AM
New ZealandMetService national weather update: Tuesday 30 DecemberMetService national weather update: Tuesday 30 December. Video / MetServiceWatch30 Dec 01:22 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, December 30, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Call for more police on Karangahape Rd and severe winds continue to batter parts of New Zealand | Tuesday, December 30, 2025Watch30 Dec 12:21 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay surfer shares the waves with pod of dolphinsByron Crawford filmed surfing the waves off Waimārama Beach in Hawke's Bay on his foil prone assist board with a pod of dolphins.Watch29 Dec 10:11 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, December 30, 2025Morning Headlines | Bad weather may last till end of the year and record number of first-home buyers | Tuesday, December 30, 2025Watch29 Dec 07:05 PM
New ZealandRhythm and Vines mud chaosFestival-goers across the North Island experienced a muddy night as torrential rain drenched campsites. Video / Tyler TantinWatch29 Dec 06:43 PM
WorldBoxer Anthony Joshua injured in deadly car crash in NigeriaBritish boxer Anthony Joshua was injured in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people, police say.Watch29 Dec 05:55 PM
New ZealandNorthcote school gets colourful for a causeReporter Cato finds out why teachers are throwing dye at kids, and how Northcote’s Colour Run is raising big money, with students choosing how to spend it!Watch29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFire crews attend sites of property damage as strong winds buffet AucklandFire crews removed debris from roads as strong winds buffeted Auckland. Video / Jason DordayWatch29 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Waterspout touches down off Waimārama Beach, Hawke's BayVideo shows the rare moment near Bare Island during stormy weather at the popular Hawke's Bay beach. Video / SuppliedWatch29 Dec 02:52 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather update: Monday 29 DecemberMetService severe weather update: Monday 29 December. Video / MetServiceWatch29 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Monday, December 29, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Much of country under weather watch and student job market improving overall | Monday, December 29, 2025Watch29 Dec 12:46 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, December 29, 2025Morning Headlines | Police seek witnesses after K Rd brawl and parts of North Island brace for wild weather | Monday, December 29, 2025Watch28 Dec 07:11 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Hamilton lights up for the holiday seasonReporter Ella hits Harrowfield Drive in Hamilton to discover what’s spreading festive cheer all over the neighbourhood.Watch28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan filmed ‘car surfing’ vehicle in empty Franklin carparkA man was captured standing on the roof of a moving car as it circles an empty Franklin carpark. It prompts fresh warnings about dangerous “car surfing” trends. Video / FacebookWatch28 Dec 06:26 AM
EntertainmentHolly Ramsay arrives to her wedding with famous father by her sideModel Holly Ramsay and Olympic gold-medal-winning swimmer Adam Peaty have got married at Bath Abbey. Video / Video ElephantWatch28 Dec 03:53 AM
BasketballSWISH BasketballA special 'Bandits' crew of players over 80 gets extra space and free shots. Video / SuppliedWatch27 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandCar collides with fire truck on Victoria Street, Auckland City.A vehicle and a responding fire truck have collided on Victoria Street, Auckland City. Video / Dean PurcellWatch27 Dec 09:40 PM
New ZealandBrawl breaks out in early morning on Karangahape RoadPolice are conducting a scene examination on Karangahape Road after a large fight took place in the early hours of the morning. Video / Dean PurcellWatch27 Dec 09:16 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Sunday December 28, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Sunday December 28, 2025: Russia attacks Ukraine as Zelenskyy meets with Canada PM, road safety reminder amid low death toll. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Dec 07:50 PM
New ZealandFrom shy to fearless: Napier performer’s body–positive journeyZarlia Wyatt says stepping on stage changed her life. Now, she is inspiring others to love their bodies exactly as they are. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHailstorm in summer: Severe thunderstorm warnings hit South IslandHailstorm in the summer and wet weather hitting the South IslandWatch27 Dec 03:20 AM
New ZealandWet weather in Westmorland, ChristchurchDark clouds and heavy rainfall hit Westmorland in Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Dec 02:03 AM
EntertainmentLongtime Cure Guitarist Perry Bamonte Dead at 65Perry Bamonte, who played guitar and other instruments in The Cure, has died after a short illness. He was 65. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Dec 08:23 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025. The US bombs Islamic State terrorists in Nigeria, the NZ summer drowning toll now stands at one. Retail waits for a surge.Watch26 Dec 06:46 PM
New ZealandAuckland Art Gallery heritage restoration projectAuckland Art Gallery's 1887 heritage building has reopened after a $30m restoration project.Watch26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMud and debris fly as heavy rain, flash floods hit southern CaliforniaMud and debris fly as heavy rain, flash floods hit southern California. Video / AFPWatch25 Dec 10:57 PM
New ZealandMetService: Boxing Day Severe Weather WarningMetService: Boxing Day Severe Weather Warning. Video / MetServiceWatch25 Dec 09:30 PM
WorldKing Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speechKing Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech. Video / AFPWatch25 Dec 07:59 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, December 26, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, December 26, 2025. King Charles delivers his annual Christmas message, stressing unity and peace. A 29 year-old man has handed himself in to Police.Watch25 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandFishing host Matt Watson accuses Shane Jones of favouring commercial industry ‘mates’One of 19 new proposals would allow commercial fishers to land and sell marlin. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch25 Dec 04:00 PM
