NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Monday, February 23, 2026

NZ Herald Live: David Seymour speaks to media

David Seymour speaks to media

Three-vehicle crash on SH1 near Ōrewa

Emergency services are responding to a diesel spill and a three-vehicle crash north of Auckland.

MetService afternoon weather update: February 23-24

MetService afternoon weather update: February 23-24. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Live: Nicola Willis speaks to media

Nicloa Willis speaks to the media

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Monday, February 23, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Police hopeful move-on orders will help homeless and exporters face more trade turmoil | Monday, February 23, 2026

Prince and Princess of Wales stun as Kate rewears iconic Gucci gown

The Prince and Princess of Wales walked the British Academy Film Awards (Baftas) red carpet together in London.

Is Matthew Horncastle New Zealand's answer to Elon Musk?

Business with Forsyth Barr: Volatility back in play for exporters; Williams Corp’s outspoken CEO and what the dairy world looks like from where Bega sits.

Kiwi motorsport stars unite for Red Bull's Rural Rumble

Liam Lawson, Shane van Gisbergen and Mad Mike combined over the Kiwi summer. Supplied / Red Bull

Record earnings for Genesis Energy as Government buys $200m of equity

Thomas Manch from BusinessDesk on the latest from the NZX. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Panel: Police crackdown and US employment case

BusinessDesk senior journalist Maria Slade and real estate agent Rawdon Christie discuss the latest issues.

Auckland entrepreneur Hannah McQueen to shake up healthcare with new company

The Kiwi businesswoman has launched into her next bold venture to ease pressure on hospitals. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

NZ Herald Live: Chris Hipkins delivers state of the nation speech

Chris Hipkins delivers his state of the nation speech.

How to spot a cult recruiter

Religious History expert Peter Lineham joins Herald NOW as Canterbury University students are warned of aggressive recruiting tactics on campus. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

How has the Government's policy on moving on the homeless landed?

NZ Herald political editor Thomas Coughlan joins Ryan Bridge Today.

Could Kiwi businesses get refunds on Trump's tariffs after Supreme Court rules them illegal?

Trade Minister Todd McClay on what the latest twist in the tariffs story means for businesses in NZ. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Wellington Phoenix hit rock bottom after 5-0 drubbing, coach quits

Herald reporters Alex Powell and Nathan Limm on the weekend in sport.

From flat to full in 5 minutes: BYD's megawatt charger a 'gamechanger'

Driven's David Linklater tells Herald NOW BYD's new EV charger will land in NZ this year.

How the markets have reacted to the Supreme Court's tariff ruling

Forsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis on market reaction to Trump tariff ruling, Australia's inflation data and NVIDIA results.

International affairs expert: The latest on former Prince Andrew; Iran conflict; Trump

The UK government is weighing up whether to remove the former Prince Andrew from the royal line of succession, Anthony Glees reports. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Winter Olympics wrap: NZ finishes 22nd overall, with two silver and one bronze medal

Winter Olympics wrap: NZ finishes 22nd overall, with two silver and one bronze medal

Physicians warn proposed regulations could put lives in danger

The new proposal could allow physicians to do complex tasks doctors are trained for. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Government defends decision to give police powers to move-on the homeless

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says the Government is pushing ahead and police will now work on what the rules look like. Video / Ryan Bridge Today Video / Ryan Bridge Today

MetService morning weather update: February 23

MetService morning weather update: February 23. Video / MetService

Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike Hosking

Christopher Luxon live in studio with Mike Hosking

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, February 23, 2026

Morning Headlines | Concern over new move on order and new McSkimming scandal details emerge | Monday, February 23, 2026

Man killed by Secret Service after trying to access Trump estate

The suspect was spotted by the north gate of the Mar-a-Lago property, carrying a shotgun and a fuel can.

Jevon McSkimming saga: Woman demanded ‘$600 for every sexual act’

'I accept that not every step I took in raising my concerns was the right one' - Ms Z.

High Court dispute puts Pt Chevalier Bowling Club's future in doubt

Residents packed Pt Chevalier Bowling Club to discuss the court battle. The Anglican Trust has taken the club to the High Court over land rights. Video / Dean Purcell

Farewell to the Splore festival

After years of music, colour and community at Auckland’s Tāpapakanga Regional Park, Splore has taken its final bow, marking the end of an era. Video / Corey Fleming

Helena Bay hill slip work

Repairing the Helena Bay hill slip on Russell Rd means 110,000cu m of material has to be trucked away, project lead Curt Martin and councillor Stephen Martin say.

NZ Herald Live: Paul Goldsmith and Mark Mitchell make law and order announcement

Paul Goldsmith and Mark Mitchell make law and order announcement. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump hikes tariffs, Christchurch Earthquake remembered 15 years on

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump hikes tariffs, Christchurch Earthquake remembered 15 years on, serious dog attack in Bryndwr, Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald

Can AI turn you into a pro athlete?

Nathan Limm is coached by AI for 10 weeks to slice 15 minutes off his half marathon time.

Weight-ing to die ...

James McDiarmid has dropped 130kg because he wants to live. Video / Michael Craig

Auckland Pride Parade kicks off on Ponsonby Road

Thousands of pride supporters are flocking to the Auckland Rainbow Parade, with the police presence set to ramp up after protests disrupted last year’s event. Video / NZ Herald

Phoenix goalie's howler hands Auckland FC goal in A-League clash

Josh Oluwayemi made a hash of a long-range shot by Auckland FC's Jake Girdwood-Reich. Video / Sky Sport

Shortland Street actor’s wife diagnosed with stage 4 cancer

The couple have shared an emotional message thanking those who have offered support. Video / Supplied

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trumps tariffs illegal, former home of former Prince Andrew searched

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trumps tariffs illegal, former home of former Prince Andrew searched, future of Mount Maunganui walking tracks remains unclear. Video / NZ Herald

Kelsey Waghorn on her new book Surviving White Island: and Everything that Came After

Francesca Rudkin talks to Kelsey Waghorn about her new book Surviving White Island: and Everything that Came After. Video / Newstalk ZB

15 years on: Gerry Brownlee on the Christchurch rebuild

Gerry Brownlee reflects on the Christchurch rebuild, 15 years after the city was hit by the 2011 earthquake. Video / Mike Thorpe