NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, April 29, 2026

El Niño is back – what it means for NZ winter

Earth Sciences New Zealand and MetService meteorologist Jon Tunster is with The Front Page to make sense of it all.

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, April 29, 2026

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Government cracks down on sales of nangs, cheaper cannabis and more frequent use in NZ, Electricity Authority probes power price hikes.

MetService afternoon weather update: April 29, 2026

MetService afternoon weather update: April 29, 2026. Video / MetService

The race is on. Will AI edge make the difference? 2Degrees wrap - Garth Bray | Herald NOW Business

This week the elite runners in the AI and tech race are heading to a time check with 42% of the S&P500 reporting quarterly earnings. Video | Herald NOW Business

Company behind ChatGPT misses targets for growth and revenue | Herald NOW

A sea of red across screens as investors check their confidence in companies like Nvidia, Oracle and CoreWeave. Garth Bray - 2 Degrees wrap. Video |Herald NOW Business

Can Geoff Allott revive domestic cricket in NZ? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

New NZ Cricket CEO Geoff Allott says he's there to unite the game in New Zealand and embrace the global cricket landscape, including the NZ20 competition.

Entertainment wrapped: Why Celebrity Treasure Island is shaping up to be a hit | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Chief entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer with the hottest celebrity headlines. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Royals visit US amid rising tension between the two nations | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Royal reporter Kinsey Schofield reveals what's behind the visit. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Cannabis cheaper and more available than ever, study finds | Ryan Bridge TODAY

The NZ Drug survey released this morning found cannabis has never been cheaper or easier to get. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

UAE quits OPEC, sending oil price even higher; Herald investigates Cybersmarties | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Emirates announce pivot away from Gulf cartel; questions for troubled Irish social media startup with local link to ex-AB Doug Howlett. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

I've got $10m to spend - find me a home: How the ultra-wealthy go real estate shopping

OneRoof takes a tour of Auckland's high-end properties with Barfoot & Thompson agent Paul Neshausen.

Inside new Wellington City Council HQ: Mayor’s office faces wall | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Andrew Little says the office debacle is a symptom of deeper culture problems at council, Ethan Manera reports. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Is it okay for a wannabe MP to call another a piece of s***? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Ryan Bridge asks Marama Davidson about comments a Green candidate has made about David Seymour. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Power prices are going up 8%, Ryan Bridge asks Nicola Willis what's being done about it

Finance Minister Nicola Willis on power and fuel costs hitting Kiwis hard, plus Air NZ's downgrade by ratings agency Moody's. | Ryan Bridge TODAY

'going to be introducing a simple, targeted capital gains tax' Chris Hipkins | Ryan Bridge TODAY

'We are going to be introducing a simple, targeted capital gains tax' Chris Hipkins speaks on future plans. Video | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Foreign Investment Spike - Anne Gibson, Herald property editor | Herald NOW Business

Foreign Investment went from $10 billion a year in 2024 to $17b last year, but there was one big deal of $1.2b which really spiked the numbers. Video / Herald NOW Business

Halter's global connectivity plan for farmers | Herald NOW Business

Virtual fencing challenges removed as Halter joins up with Starlink. Chief executive Craig Piggott discusses what's next for farmers. Video / Herald NOW Business

NZ Herald Live: King Charles delivers address to Congress in Washington DC

King Charles delivers address to Congress in Washington DC Video / PBS News

Who are the big winners of the NZ-India FTA deal? | Herald NOW Business

A once-in-a-generation trade deal, but for who? Peter Chrisp, NZTE chief executive, discusses which sectors will benefit and when. Video / Herald NOW Business

Sport Headlines | Wednesday April 29, 2026

Sport Headlines | Wednesday April 29, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

MetService morning weather update: April 29, 2026

MetService morning weather update: April 29, 2026 Video / MetService

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, April 29, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, April 29, 2026. King Charles set to address the US public today. Weather watch as El Nino system approaches. Video / NZ Herald

Maui gas field set to close | Herald NOW Business

The giant Maui field is soon to be no more, the operator advising it will stop gas production by year’s end. Matthew Goodson - Salt Funds Management. Video / Herald NOW Business

Wellington Mayor Andrew Little on his “smaller” new office

Little says putting mayor’s office on level one, while the executive leadership gets the top floor, is symptomatic of “underlying culture” issues at council. Video / Mark Mitchell

Aotearoa Digital Priorities Report 2026 reveals business leaders' biggest concerns

"We're overusing AI in the wrong places," says Tuanz head Craig Young. Video / NZ Herald

Mice plagues in Western Australia

Western Australia's mice plague threatens crops. Video / 9News

‘We are gonna get slammed’: Call for national population strategy

Paul Spoonley unpacks the data, the risks of inaction, and what a credible strategy would look like for our cities, regions and prosperity.

Four boys going shark fishing at Pāuanui

Four boys in Pāuanui have gone viral after fishing a shark on to the beach at Pāuanui yesterday, then casually pulling the hook out of its mouth and letting it go.

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Christopher Luxon holds a post-Cabinet press conference

Glendene fire quickly contained, assistant area commander says

Culperry Rd, Glendene was blocked at both ends by police as firefighters contained the blaze. Video / NZ Herald

Why the Beijing motor show matters to NZ | Ryan Bridge TODAY

NordEast group manager Dane Fisher speaks to Ryan Bridge about why the Beijing Motor Show matters to New Zealand. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Black smoke billows from large Auckland fire

A large blaze was burning in West Auckland, sending smoke over the city. Video / Supplied

King Charles arrives in the US for high stakes state visit with Donald Trump amid tensions

Britain’s King Charles III arrives for a high-stakes state visit aimed at repairing strained relations with US President Donald Trump. Video / AFP

PM Christopher Luxon defends cancelling regular TVNZ Breakfast appearance

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has defended cancelling his weekly appearance on TVNZ’s Breakfast, saying he’s “pretty accessible”.

India-NZ Free Trade Agreement - a good or bad thing? Daily panel discusses

Lorna Riley says this year's Bookabach Bach of the Year winner is a luxury lakehouse in Queenstown, while Singapore has won Best Airport. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Christchurch has exceeded expectations' following successful opening weekend for new stadium

'Christchurch has exceeded expectations' following the very successful opening weekend for the new 'One NZ stadium'. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Queenstown pad revealed as 'Bach of the Year' | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Lorna Riley says this year's Bookabach Bach of the Year winner is a luxury lakehouse in Queenstown, while Singapore has won Best Airport. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY.

Tesla's self-driving promise in doubt for some models - What happens now? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Tesla admits some of its models are not capable of full self-driving features, despite customers already paying for it. Paul Spain joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Market Outlook: What to expect from Powell's final Fed rate decision | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Forsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis joins Herald NOW for a look at the week ahead in the markets, Tuesday, April 28. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Warriors flying high & Super Round deemed a massive success | Ryan Bridge TODAY

A huge weekend of sport unfolded as the Warriors moved to second on the NRL table. Video | Ryan Bridge TODAY