NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026

'It's been very successful': Paul Goldsmith on disbanding the Retail Crime Advisory Group

Minister of Justice says the group was effective in reducing retail crime throughout New Zealand.

Biathlon medallist Sturla Holm Laegreid admits cheating on girlfriend

Winter Olympics bronze medallist Sturla Holm Laegreid says on live TV that he made the "biggest mistake".

'Money for Sunny': Marama Davidson slams the efficacy of the retail crime advisory group

Davidson and Seymour debate retail crime; new LNG terminal; poll results / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Sir John Key named new chair of Crimson Education | Herald NOW

The former Prime Minister has been appointed chair of Crimson Education, with hints of an IPO and further acquisitions / Ryan Bridge TODAY

MetService morning weather update: February 11

MetService morning weather update: February 11. Video / MetService

Sport Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Sport Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Morning Headlines | No signs retail crime rates have fallen, Coroner says the Government is not acting fast enough on child deaths | Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Luca Harrington takes bronze in freestyle slopestyle

Luca Harrington moved from 11th to third on his final run to take bronze. Video / Sky Sport

Ex-lawyers say Christchurch mosque terrorist fit to plead guilty

The Court of Appeal heard from two of Brenton Tarrant’s former lawyers, who say he was mentally fit when pleading guilty and acted deliberately, not due to poor mental health.

Pōwhiri for new Gisborne Girls' High School principal

Binday Hannah was welcomed by students, board, guests at a special ceremony today. Video / Kim Parkinson

‘Flush and forget’: Is Moa Point a warning for other wastewater plants?

University of Canterbury associate professor Ricardo Bello Mendoza joins The Front Page to unpack the engineering lessons from Moa Point and what it means for our future.

Mosque survivors speak out about terrorist's appeal

Two survivors from the March 15, 2019 terror attack in Christchurch have their say on the terrorist's appeal and how it felt to see and hear him.

Former lawyer told court Christchurch mosque terrorist would plead guilty when it suited

There is conflicting evidence about whether Tarrant wanted to change his plea to guilty after initially entering not guilty pleas.

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, February 10, 2026

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, February 10, 2026

NZ Herald Live: Question time

Question time

Labour leader Chris Hipkins attacks what they're calling the Government's 'gas tax'

The Government denies the LNG levy is a tax. Video / Mark Mitchell

Prince William’s Saudi Arabia visit begins under shadow of Epstein scandal

Prince William’s first official visit to Saudi Arabia is overshadowed by controversy surrounding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Epstein ties.

Luxon and Hipkins discuss the India Free Trade Agreement

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins front the media of the proposal. Video / Mark Mitchell

Period product charity founder ‘heartbroken’ after finding donations listed for sale online

A charity founder found $285 worth of period products she donated for sale online. Janhavi Gosavi reports.

Armed robbers posing as police blow up armoured van's doors

The incident unfolded on a motorway in Italy. Video / ACTU17

Could a dating app fix the rural GP crisis?

Mobile Health group chief executive Mark Eager wants a matchmaking app to help doctors in rural communities find love.

Christchurch mosque shooter gives evidence for his appeal

Newstalk ZB reporter Emily Ansell has been in Court of Appeal covering the convicted terrorist's appeal.

Police investigate broad daylight attack on busy Christchurch street

A man is in a critical condition after a grievous assault in broad daylight on a main Christchurch street. Video / Rosie Leishman

How "OpenClaw" is changing the way we use AI

Gorilla Technology's Paul Spain tells Ryan Bridge Today how OpenClaw AI has exploded into the mainstream, representing a new era for AI agents.

Destiny Church charities probed; Super Bowl AI ad spend unease; did bond market reaction save UK PM?

Business with Forsyth Barr: Charities regulator ‘active investigation’ into Destiny entities,  Wall St unconvinced by AI ad spend, gilt volatility rallies UK cabinet to Starmer.

Minister of Trade defends India Free Trade Agreement

Todd McClay says the India Free Trade Agreement stacks up after critics, coalition partners flag contradictions.

'Daily panel: 'Air NZ at risk of getting into a doom loop'

Sarah Sparks and Dileepa Fonseka debate the Air NZ strikes and other big issues of the day.

Labour looking to negotiate with Luxon on India FTA rules

Labour's leader on the India FTA; the LNG import terminal; and Peeni Henare's retirement.

Pro-Palestinian protesters clash with police in Sydney

Police deployed pepper spray and scuffled with protesters as a march against a visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog turned violent. Video / AFP

Air NZ strikes: Air New Zealand says it offered 'above inflation' payrises

Air NZ staff are set to go on strike February 12 and 13.

Wellington sewage spill: Mayor met Prime Minister, inquiry launched

Wellington Mayor Andrew Little reveals what was achieved during his meeting with Luxon. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Will the liquefied natural gas import terminal save Kiwis money?

Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO John Carnegie joins Ryan Bridge TODAY.

Shane Jones dismisses claim that half of the Government's regional loan books are at risk of default

The Regional Development Minister said Crown Regional Holdings' accounting figures are misleading. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Sport Headlines | Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Sport Headlines | Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

MetService morning weather update: February 10

MetService morning weather update: February 10. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Morning Headlines | Government moves ahead with natural gas site procurement, Trade Minister backs India free trade deal | Tuesday, February 10, 2026

How to look after your heart health

Neurologist and heart health researcher Dr Siobhan Mitchell explains how women can look after their heart health. Video / NZ Herald

Auckland developer Vanguard and Co plans $50m luxury apartment block

Vanguard and Co is developing a $50 million project of eight luxury apartments on Shelly Beach Rd.

Christchurch mosque gunman claims he wasn't mentally fit to plead guilty

The gunman, who appeared via AVL in the Court of Appeal in Wellngton is seeking leave to appeal his convictions and vacate his guilty plea. Video / Mark Mitchell

Auckland dog walker filmed swinging dog on leash at park

SPCA investigating video of dog walker swinging dog on a leash.