There are no new cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand. Director-General of Health Ashley Bloomfield said five previously reported cases are now recovered, meaning there are 22 active cases in managed isolation in the country.
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Pulitzer Prize winning author Andy Browne speaks with Ryan Bridge ahead of the China Business Summit.
Wellington Mayoral hopeful Andrew Little on Herald NOW
Wellington Mayoral candidate Andrew Little speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about his campaign, policies and recent scandals that have rocked the race to lead the Council.
Sonny Bill Williams defeated and Jonas Abrahamsen ahead | NZ Herald Sports Update: July 17, 2025
Paul Gallen beat Sonny Bill Williams in their boxing bout and Jonas Abrahamsen won stage 11 of the Tour de France. Video / Herald NOW
Four year local council terms among LGNZ recommendations for reviving local democracy
Electoral Reform Working Group Chair Nick Smith talks to Ryan Bridge about recommendations to revive local democracy.
Government scraps open-plan classrooms in favour of standard designs
Macleans College Principal Steve Hargreaves on the Government's decision to ditch open-plan classrooms.
End to open-plan classrooms and bootcamp reoffending stats | NZ Herald News Update: July 17, 2025
Government pulls the plug on open-plan classrooms and Oranga Tamariki decides to not publicise reoffending from youth in bootcamps planned for next year. Video / Herald NOW
Israel bombs Syrian army's headquarters in Damascus
It came after Israel warned Syria to leave its Druze minority alone.
The Epstein files: Why are they so controversial?
Associated Press correspondent Eric Tucker joins The Front Page to discuss the controversy that has riled up the Maga base.
Paul Gallen reflects on his career and a long-awaited win against Sonny Bill Williams
Paul Gallen reflects on his boxing career and his long-awaited win against Sonny Bill Williams following the main event match fight in Sydney. Video / Alyse Wright
Man rescues a freedom camper as her vehicle is swamped by rising flood waters in Kawakawa
Self-appointed river monitor and concerned local Roddy Hapati Pihema discovers a freedom camper was still parked in a flood-prone area at Kawakawa, despite his earlier warning.
Alleged drunk driver impales car on Waitara Bridge median barrier
An allegedly drunk driver impaled his car upon a median barrier on Waitara Bridge, north of New Plymouth.
Government scraps open-plan classrooms for flexible designs
Education Minister Erica Stanford announced the Government is ditching open-plan classrooms for standard designs. Video / RNZ
Member of public rams car fleeing police
An allegedly stolen vehicle was fleeing police in Gisborne last Friday when a member of the public deliberately rammed it.
MetService Afternoon Weather: July 16, 2025
MetService Afternoon Weather: July 16, 2025. Video / MetService
Police continue their investigation into triple fatal crash on Masters Road, Waiuku
The three people killed in a crash in Waiuku yesterday are an adult and two children. Video / NZ Herald
Syrian forces accused of ‘executions’ in Druze area as Israel launches strikes
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said that Syrian government forces and their allies had executed 19 people in and around Sweida. Video / NZ Herald
Watch: 'Mental As Anyone' author Jonathon Moran on celebrities, his career and mental health
Celebrity Journalist Jonathon Moran talks about his career, mental health and new book 'Mental As Anyone'
Herald NOW panel on low local election voter turnout and bowel cancer symptoms
Herald NOW panel with Newstalk ZB Host Tyler Adams and Journalist Carmen Parahi
Herald NOW Entertainment: Jason Momoa's Chief of War, Justin Baldoni and Emmy nominations are in
Chief Lifestyle and Entertainment Reporter Jenni Mortimer gives an update on all things entertainment. Video / Herald Now
How the economy needs to adjust to the ageing population
Simplicity Chief Economist Shamubeel Eaqub talks to Ryan Bridge on how the economy needs to adjust to ageing population.
LGNZ Conference: Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale calls for a review of local government sector
LGNZ Conference: Tauranga Mayor calls for a review of local government sector. Video / Herald NOW
Are cracks starting to show in the coalition government?
NZ Herald political reporter Jamie Ensor on the coalition Government as they dismiss claims they're in disarray.
How to invest in commercial and industrial property
Forsyth Barr Personal Finance with Investment Advisor Mark Richardson. Video / Herald Now
Fresh plea for safe parking for night shift staff at Christchurch Hospital
Newstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire Sherwood on Council motion to investigate safe parking for staff working night shifts at Christchurch Hospital Video / Herald Now
How are Trump's tariffs affecting the US economy?
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Sonny Bill Williams vs Paul Gallen - everything you need to know
Boxer and trainer Shane Cameron previews Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen fight. Video / Herald Now
New research reveals frightening gaps in bowel cancer awareness
Bowel Cancer NZ CEO Peter Huskinson tells Ryan Bridge one in four Kiwis can't name a single symptom of the country's second-deadliest cancer.
Herald NOW: Daily Sport Update: July 16 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sport Update: July 16 2025. Video / Herald Now
Chlöe Swarbrick and David Seymour on the UN letter, local government and tax
Greens Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick and Act Leader David Seymour look at the local government refocus, the UN letter and taking Fringe Benefit Tax off health insurance.
Fatal crash rocks community, Kiwirail imposes new rules | NZ Herald Morning Update
Fatal crash in Waiuku, government questioned, Kiwi rail under scrutiny and support continues for the Nelson-Tasman area. Video / Herald Now
Why Aucklanders shouldn’t lose sleep despite living in a volcanic zone
The Front Page talks to volcanologist Jan Lindsay about the likelihood of an eruption.
Look Mum, no carbon! Biking to school to save the planet
Reporter Angelina is at Stanhope School, where the Wednesday Challenge has tamariki winning prizes and the fight against climate change by biking to school.
Tyla's quest for justice
The death of Tyla's son Reign has sparked a crusade. Video / David Fisher
Crash near Waiuku leaves three dead
Three people have died in a crash near Waiuku after a vehicle ended up in water.
Sonny Bill Williams vs Paul Gallen weigh-in
Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen meet face to face for the final time before Wednesday night's fight at the official weigh-in. Video / Alyse Wright
Doctor slams child protection failures
Dr Patrick Kelly has said that police and Oranga Tamariki routinely ignored clear signs of child abuse without consulting health professionals.
Car left teetering in trees after crashing over bank
A Bay of Plenty driver has been rescued from his vehicle after it was caught by trees when it plunged over a bank towards a stream.