NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday April 23, 2026

NZ house sales keep falling as first-home buyers drive demand

Cotality NZ Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson is with The Front Page to unpack what’s really happening in the housing market, and what could come next.

The Business of Tech: How algorithms are quietly rewriting the state

BusinessDesk journalist Cécile Meier discusses her multi‑part investigation into the use of AI across Government

Finance Minister Nicola Willis gives economic update

Finance Minister on Iran conflict: Economic recovery "delayed but not derailed". Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday April 23, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Labour agrees to back India free trade deal and economist warns Government Budget won't look great | Thursday April 23, 2026

Finance Minister Nicola Willis gives economic update

Finance Minister Nicola Willis gives economic update

Labour stand-up on free trade agreement

Labour speaks to media about the free trade agreement

What does it take to lock down a home in Auckland's 'double grammar zone'? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

OneRoof's Catherine Smith joins Herald NOW to discuss what $3 million can get you in Auckland's most popular school zone. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Ryan Bridge on AI-powered cyber-hacking | Ryan Bridge TODAY

What happens to the world when you only need a speedboat, a few drones and an AI hacking app on your phone to bring the world to its knees? Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Te Pāti Māori isn't going anywhere': Co-leader Rawiri Waititi joins Ryan Bridge | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Te Pāti Māori has faced months of inner party turmoil. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

The quiet heroes of WWII: Desert Pirates Podcast series | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Noelle McCarthy talks about the Herald’s new podcast, 'Desert Pirates'. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

From Supercars to Super Round, Christchurch unlocks its sporting superpower | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Mike Thorpe explains why Christchurch has unlocked its sporting superpower. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why has Moody's put NZ on negative credit watch? Plus, infrastructure overhaul | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Credit ratings agency confirms NZ AAA, but with a negative outlook, citing slow path to surplus. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Has a buyer been found for Auckland's ghost tower? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZ Herald property editor Anne Gibson says a Singaporean outfit is considering purchasing and completing Seascape on Auckland's waterfront. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Apple CEO heads to the boardroom, putting an engineer back in charge | Herald NOW Business

'A world where your AI agent sits in the palm of your hand could be a lucrative one for the company that gets that right.' Garth Bray 2degrees Wrap. Video | Herald NOW Business

Santana Minerals CEO says online abuse of Sir Sam Neill is unacceptable | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Central Otago Santana gold mine project leader claims the benefits will outweigh the costs. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Government moves to stop gold-plated infrastructure projects | Herald NOW Business

Senior correspondent Katie Bradford examines how the Infrastructure Commission may change how big projects are delivered. Video / Herald NOW Business

New Zealand's financial outlook downgraded to negative by rating agency | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Infometrics' principal economist Brad Olsen on ratings agency Moody's downgrading NZ's financial outlook. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

MetService weather update: April 23

MetService weather update: April 23. Video / MetService

Sport Headlines | Thursday April 23, 2026

Sport Headlines | Thursday April 23, 2026

SpaceX, Anthropic's Mythos and Apple dominate tech this week | Herald NOW Business

End of an era for Apple, SpaceX moves to acquire startup Cursor and more, Rush Digital's Danu Abeysuriya discusses the latest tech news. Video / Herald NOW Business

NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday April 23, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday April 23, 2026

Healthcare companies on both sides of the ditch are having a tough week | Herald NOW Business

EBOS and Cochlear share price down, but for different reasons. Zoe Wallis, Forsyth Barr. Video / Herald NOW Business

Michael Hill's Jonathan Waecker outlines his plans for the jeweller's new direction

Michael Hill's new CEO Jonathan Waecker talks to the Herald about his plans for the international retailer. Video / Cameron Pitney

Antioch's cloud simulation platform for robotics and autonomy

Kiwi Harry Melsop has raised $15m for his AI start-up.

Inside One NZ Stadium’s secret rooftop tour

On the rooftop of One NZ Stadium is a walkway that takes those who are brave enough around the seating perimeter and within touching distance of the roof. Video / Alyse Wright

'Super pocket of Remuera': What families are willing to sacrifice to get into NZ's top school zone

OneRoof asks Bayleys agent Steve Koerber about the three most powerful words in real estate. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Desert Pirates - a short film about the Long Range Desert Group

This is the story of the LRDG, an elite NZ unit in WWII. For more, listen to the podcast series 'Desert Pirates'. Short film by Bird of Paradise Productions for NZ Herald.

Nicola Willis reacts to Chris Hipkins' remark

National's deputy leader said she took offence to Hipkins saying she may need medical help.

The new age of car buying: EVs, hybrids and the end of old myths

Today on The Front Page, AA chief mobility officer, Jonathan Sergel, is with us to break down the fact and fiction around EVs.

Body found in search for missing man Philip Sutton

Senior Sergeant Craig Pickering said a police search team have found a body in the search for Karori man Philip Sutton. Video / RNZ

Watch: National whip speaks regarding Herald report he tried to contact PM about flagging support

Stuart Smith said he didn't feel it was appropriate to correct the story he claims was inaccurate. Video / Mark Mitchell

Watch: Flooding on access road to Central Hawke’s Bay property

Floodwaters flowing across the access road to a Central Hawke’s Bay farm at Waipari Station. Farmer Mark Warren said the event was worse than Cyclone Bola in his area.

Where have NZ's entry-level jobs gone?

Careers expert Craig McAlpine on the industries most affected by the graduate-level job crunch | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Te Reiputa New Zealand's biggest build-to-rent project opening soon

Hundreds of Aucklanders could soon have access to safe, long-term rental housing in a new development designed for up to 700 residents.

Live: Police speak to media on missing Christchurch woman case

Police speak to media in Christchurch

Would you leave a 300k job for your marriage? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Maxim Institute Chief Executive, Tim Wilson and Are media editorial director, Sarah Henry discuss today's headlines. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Wayne Brown tells Ryan Bridge what he makes of National's leadership saga | Ryan Bridge TODAY

The Mayor of Auckland on the city's plan for a second harbour crossing - and not yet being able to agree on a plan with the Government.

Who were the All Blacks legends that lured Gilbert Enoka back? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

All Blacks leadership and mental performance coach Gilbert Enoka explains the thinking behind his key theories and why he's back in the All Blacks setup. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

From Rocket Lab to better fishing reels, plus CPI, QSBO and confidence | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Core inflation holding steady around 2%, Seneca reinvents fishing reels. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'NZ is a careful country': Seymour's budget preview | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Chlöe Swarbrick and David Seymour reflect on whether anyone can actually control inflation, and whether politicians can actually work together. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY