NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday April 16, 2026

Is the Red Sea the world's next major trade chokepoint?

University of Otago international relations professor Robert Patman joins The Front Page to talk about the potential shutting of trade in the Red Sea.

Two people dead after ‘water-related incident’ at Tarawera River

Two people have died after a water-related incident in Kawerau’s Tarawera River near Boyce Park late this morning. Video / Annabel Reid

NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday April 16, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Pakistan tries to convince Iran to join negotiations and Australia’s Geelong oil refinery is engulfed in flames | Thursday April 16, 2026

Ryan Bridge: The redheads are rising

Dear gingers, there's some new Harvard research come out about human evolution and it mentions you. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Get back firing and scoring goals': Chris Wood on return to EPL

All Whites and Nottingham Forest striker opens up on his return to action following knee surgery. Video / Forest TV

Investing in a year of change – what history teaches us

Headlines can shake investor confidence, but discipline and long-term view remains the most reliable, deliberate strategy for investors.

Former All Black's home for sale | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Catherine Smith of OneRoof talks about Auckland's hottest property. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why Wellington renters could be hit a potentially eye-watering new bill | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Wellington reporter Janhavi Gosavi explains the latest in Wellington's headlines. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why are elderly Kiwis doing $20bn of unpaid work? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Dave Letele and Carmen Parahi discuss today's headlines. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

How former All Blacks captain Taine Randell became a NZ First candidate | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Randell says he aligns with NZ First's policies. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Moo-la: Farmers react to Fonterra payout | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Federated farmers president Wayne Langford reveals what farmers will actually be spending on their record breaking payout. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Trump threatens to fire Fed chair Powell; Comvita's multibillionaire backer | Ryan Bridge TODAY

US President repeats threat to fire Powell if he remains as a governor, Thai multibillionaire's Singapore arm seeking a stake in Comvita, AirNZ long haul fares up 25% in a year.

'Sugar hit' makes its way back to the Government | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Landcorp CEO Mark Leslie says the big dairy sell-off that Winston Peters called a 'sugar hit' is paying dividends and the company is performing well. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

The round trip on global equity- Zoe Wallis - Forsyth Barr | Herald NOW Business

'The big question for global markets is what's going to happen with reporting season?'  Video / Herald NOW Business

Don’t we just love comeback stories? 2degrees wrap with Garth Bray | Herald NOW Business

Allbirds is renaming as NewBird AI as it pivots from shoes to AI in a move announced overnight that has boosted its share price more than 700%. Video / Herald NOW Business

Community pharmacies' role set to expand: How will they cope? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Westmere pharmacist Sam Tibshraeny on the new pharmacy rules. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Comvita announces a new strategic investor - chief executive Karl Gradon | Herald NOW Business

Why is Thai multibillionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi's Fraser & Neave keen on supporting Comvita's $30m capital raise? Video | Herald NOW Business

Is the Government too casual about the fuel crisis? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says they remain confident about New Zealand's fuel supply, but remain ready to act further if necessary. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Amazon reaching for the skies - literally. Tech with 2degrees - Peter Griffin | Herald NOW Business

How will it change the competitive dynamic in satellite-to-mobile services, which Elon Musk dominates with Starlink? Video / Herald NOW Business

MetService weather update: April 16

MetService weather update: April 16. Video / MetService

Sport Headlines | Thursday, April 16, 2026

Sport Headlines | Thursday, April 16, 2026

Universal pain and gloom for all sectors as fuel crisis bites | Herald NOW Business

Westpac senior analyst Satish Ranchhod discusses why the forestry sector is particularly vulnerable. Video | Herald NOW Business

NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday, April 16, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Trump says war is 'very close to being over', fuel supplies continue to drop | Thursday, April 16, 2026

How illicit tobacco quietly grew to a quarter of all cigarettes sold here

Retail NZ CEO Carolyn Young is with The Front Page to talk about a new report into the sale of black market cigarettes and what action we need to take now.

MetService severe weather April 15-19

MetService provides an update on severe weather forecast for April 15-19. Video / MetService

Kudos for NZ pet food company

Natural Pet Food Group eyes growth following B Corp accreditation.

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday April 15, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Trump's naval blockade carries into second day and recruitment drive to bring Kiwi cops back to NZ | Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on the delay to the departure of fuel shipment

He wanted to reassure New Zealanders. Video / Mark Mitchell

Far North council confirms Māori voice

Opposition at the Far North District Council meeting was limited to a lone councillor. Video / David Fisher

Ryan Bridge: National will eventually back 'no-brainer' bed tax

National don't like the word tax and have made promises, but they'll U-turn on this one because their current position makes no sense, says Ryan Bridge. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

111 steps, the journey from the top of One NZ Stadium

The walk from the top of One NZ Stadium's Eastern Stand down 111 steps to the concourse – it's easier than the walk up.

NZ Herald live: PM Christopher Luxon gives update on NZ's fuel supply

NZ Herald live: PM Christopher Luxon gives update on NZ's fuel supply.

Air New Zealand’s Skynest sleep pods launching on long-haul flights from November

Beds in the 'world-first' sleep zone can be booked for four-hour sessions. Video / Air New Zealand

The Herald's big tip for the winner of Celebrity Treasure Island | Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZ Herald chief entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer reveals her tips for Celebrity Treasure Island, as well as the latest news about Britney Spears and Mariah Carey.

'A whole civilisation will die tonight': Is Trump's mental health in decline? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Join Carmen Vicelich and Grant Schofield as they discuss today's headlines. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Is trust in traditional news really on the up? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

According to AUT's annual report, traditional news may be having a revival, Greg Treadwell explains. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

WTF? Who the hell is slashing ambulance tyres? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Stuart Cockburn from Hato Hone St John says they want anyone with information about ambulance vandalism to talk to the police. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Your daily petrol watch | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Gaspy director Mike Newton with the latest petrol prices. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

How to manage investments in turbulent times | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Forsyth Barr investment adviser Mark Richardson shows how to make gains on your investments with clever decisions in a shaky economy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

IMF warns of global recession, 3 rate hikes 'reckless' | Ryan Bridge TODAY

The latest business news with Garth Bray. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY