NZ Herald Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026

'I can't endorse anything like that...': Ryan Bridge reacts to a speed camera being chopped down

A speed camera on the Coatesville Riverview Highway was cut down reportedly by a disgruntled local. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Watch: Te Pāti Māori MP speaks ahead of court hearing contesting expulsion

Mariameno Kapa-Kingi is hoping the courts will rule in her favour regarding last year's expulsion. Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to media

Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to the media after visiting Cockle Bay School

What’s driving extreme weather across Australia?

Daytime temperatures are soaring above 40°C as Australia contemplates a new normal. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

European EV sales surge, surpassing petrol for the first time

EVs outsold petrol vehicles for the first time, while hybrids outsold petrol and diesel combined, Damien O'Carrol reports. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Daily panel talks traffic woes, crude gestures and Sam Ruthe's success

Real estate agent Jayne Kiely and Senior BusinessDesk reporter Dileepa Fonseka join Ryan Bridge for the daily panel. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

'Trump - Tehran conflict: 'Fifty-fifty chance of war'

International Law Professor Al Gillespie says if the Trump-Tehran conflict spills into war "it would be a disaster". Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Christopher Luxon congratulates teen running sensation Sam Ruthe

'We're really proud of you': PM's words for record-breaker Sam Ruthe Video / Ryan Bridge Today

PM's reaction to crude gesture by firefighter

Christopher Luxon reacts to crude gesture by firefighter he met while surveying weather damage. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

'Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on NZ-India FTA; critical minerals; and asset sales

The Prime Minister joined Ryan Bridge to discuss the big topics of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

'I want to be the best in the world' - Sam Ruthe reflects following his record-breaking mile

16-year-old running sensation Sam Ruthe on his latest record-breaking result

Ryan Bridge Today

Ryan Bridge Today.

Sport Panel with Cam McMillan and Alex Powell

Cam McMillan and Alex Powell recap the weekend sport and what is to come this week. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Monday Market Outlook with Zoe Wallis and Forsyth Barr

Monday Market Outlook with Zoe Wallis and Forsyth Barr. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Winston Peters lets rip at big construction companies; Gov’t considers insurance cost intervention

Business with Forsyth Barr: Blunt talk from Peters on potential cost of Marsden Pt rail spur, Treasury flags insurance competition, gold & silver prices drop on Trump’s Fed pick.

Christchurch's big pong: Why the Bromley wastewater plant is stinking out the city

A nasty odour has infiltrated one of New Zealand’s biggest cities, Jazlyn Whales reports. Video/ Ryan Bridge Today

Tauranga City Council set to determine terms for Mount Maunganui inquiry

Councillors are meeting this morning to decide what an inquiry into the landslide that killed 6 will look like. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

12-month prescription and diagnosing ADHD: What changes at the doctor mean for you

Dr Bryan Betty speaks with Ryan Bridge on changes in the medical field. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Investigation into Akaroa boat capsizing begins

2000 litres of fuel has leaked into the marine reserve after the catamaran grounded just off the Akaroa Heads. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Wellington jobs fall by nearly 10,000 since election

There are nearly 10,000 fewer jobs in Wellington than at the last general election, Thomas Coughlan reports. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

MetService Morning Weather Update: February 2, 2026

MetService Morning Weather Update: February 2, 2026. Video / MetService

Sport Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026

Sport Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026. Changes to some prescriptions and medication as the Te Pāti Māori resumes fighting amongst themselves.

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott on injury, success and Winter Olympics return

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott speaks with NZME's Christopher Reive ahead of her third Winter Olympic Games. Video / NZ Herald

Northland woman makes history as part of first all-female crew to sail around the world

The Famous Project CIC write themselves into the history books completing the Jules Verne Trophy. Video / worldsailing

Firefighter makes obscene gesture after speaking to Prime Minister

Fire and Emergency are investigating after a video was posted online of the rude gesture. Video / Supplied

At least 200 dead, including women and children, in mine collapse in Congo

At least 200 dead, including women and children, in mine collapse in Congo. Video / AFP

NZ Herald Morning News Update | At least 200 dead in mine collapse in Congo, boat capsizes in Akaroa

NZ Herald Morning News Update | At least 200 dead in mine collapse in Congo, boat capsizes in Akaroa, Israel kills 28 in Gaza strike. Video / NZ Herald

Man's misery at ACC saga

An ACC claimant tells Herald reporter David Fisher of how the agency breached his rights. Video / NZ Herald

Accused mobile phone footage

Video / Supplied

Bomb squad's controlled explosion on Auckland beach.

The dramatic moment at Okoromai Bay, on the Whangaparāoa Peninsula, in Auckland was caught on camera. Video credit / Tom Atkinson

Akaroa tourist boat capsizes with 41 onboard

A tourist boat has capsized off Akaroa this afternoon, prompting the evacuation of dozens of passengers.

'Start shaking them up' Brian Tamaki urges people to withhold their votes in this years election

Following his 'True Patriots of NZ' protest in Auckland's Victoria Park, Brian Tamaki urged followers to withhold their vote in this years upcoming election. Video / NZ Herald

Brian Tamaki leads 'True Patriots of NZ' protest in Victoria Park

Destiny Church founder Brian Tamaki leads a 'True Patriots of NZ' protest in Victoria Park, Auckland. Video / NZ Herald

Toitū Te Aroha protest in support of Palestine, Arab, and Muslim communities

A Toitū Te Aroha protest took place in Auckland today in support of Palestine, Arab, and Muslim communities. Video / NZ Herald

Meteorite spotted flying over Wellington

PredictWind webcam at the Heretaunga Boating Club in Petone, Wellington NZ captures a meteorite. Video / PredictWind

Actress Catherine O’Hara dies at 71

Actress Catherine O’Hara died at her home in Los Angeles “following a brief illness,” according to a statement from her agency. Video / VE

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 31, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 31, 2026. Brian Tamaki prepares to march the Auckland Harbour Bridge as Police vow to stop him. Nipah virus outbreak in India.

Eru Kapa-Kingi on his moko kanohi and values

Toitu te Tiriti spokesman Eru Kapa-Kingi talks about his past, the present and his ideal future. Video / NZ Herald

Eru Kapa-Kingi on the Treaty of Waitangi

Toitu te Tiriti spokesman Eru Kapa-Kingi talks about his past, the present and his ideal future. Video / NZ Herald