Watch: Police Minister and Police Commissioner on bombshell Jevon McSkimming report

‘I would be ashamed of myself’

Judith Collins and Richard Chambers answer media questions after former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster was placed on leave following a damning report.

Tongariro National Park fire: Investigation ongoing

Fire investigators are seeking dashcam footage from drivers who were on State Highway 47.

Watch: Police Minister and Police Commissioner on bombshell Jevon McSkimming report

Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Police Commissioner Richard Chambers speak live from the Parliamentary theatrette.

Watch: NZ First leader Winston Peters underlines his opposition to asset sales

But Winston Peters wouldn't say if this would be a bottom line for NZ First in the future. Video / Mark Mitchell

Deborah Russell accuses Nicola Willis of 'misrepresenting' tax policy, Finance Min fights back

An exchange during Question Time quickly turned to Labour's capital gains tax.

Nicole McKee announces arms act reforms

Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announces plans to repeal and replace the Arms Act. Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Conditions favourable for fire crews, Labour firm on Māori seats

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Wet weather helps as crews extinguish Tongariro National Park fire, and Chris Hipkins stays firm on Māori electorate seats.

Hunter Mark Jefferson jailed for shooting mate

Mark Kelvin Jefferson was jailed for three years after shooting his mate during a night hunting trip in the Bay of Plenty.

Labour wants Māori seats, doesn't express concern if that destroys Te Pati Māori

Chris Hipkins says Te Pati Māori isn't focused on the key issues. Video / Mark Mitchell

Fire crews make progress as rain helps contain Tongariro blaze

Assistant commander Renee Potae says crews are working to secure the fire line. Video / Mike Scott

'No institutional bias' at BBC News says outgoing CEO after Trump row resignations

Outgoing BBC News chief executive Deborah Turness says "there is no institutional bias" at the broadcaster. Video / AFP

A woman is in a critical condition after a shooting in Christchurch

A woman is in a critical condition after a shooting in Christchurch last night. Police remain on the scene this morning. Video \ Kurt Bayer

From great walks to airport divorces: The travel trends Kiwis are talking about

Travel editor Sarah Pollok shares the quirkiest, most talked-about stories in Kiwi travel this week. Video / Herald NOW

Suzanne Paul serves up a side of nostalgia in new food podcast

Suzanne Paul and Andrew Papas launch their new series, sharing heartfelt food memories with celebrity guests.

The Herald NOW Panel: David Letele and Chelsea Daniels

David Letele and Chelsea Daniels talk the economy, charity and ChatGPT. Video / Herald NOW

On the ground: Aftermath of the Tongariro fire

Visual journalist Mike Scott reports live from Tongariro.

Rain brings relief, but fire risk remains in Tongariro

Incident controller Nigel Dravitzki gives the latest from the emergency centre as rain helps firefighters contain the 2,800-hectare blaze. Video / Herald NOW

Black Friday with Noel Leeming: The tech bargains worth grabbing

Noel Leeming’s Tanya Atkinson shares insider advice on the best tech deals - and the tricks behind those flashy discounts.

ANZ posts record profits

Ryan Bridge talks to economist Brad Olsen after ANZ posts record profits of $2.5 Billion. Video / Herald NOW

Labour Leader on capital gains, mining royalties and Te Pāti Māori

Labour leader Chris Hipkins on tax fairness, mining royalties, and the political fight shaping up for 2026.

US & Euro markets rally on US shutdown news, Xero founder launches 'Corro' message app

Business with 2Degrees: US & Euro markets rally on US shutdown news, Xero founder launches 'Corro' message app, ANZ underlying net profit $3.36B, - up 4%.

Herald NOW Weather: November 11, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: November 11, 2025. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Deadly car explosion in Delhi and Trump pardons allies

NZ Herald Morning News Update | At least 8 people dead in central Delhi car explosion, and Trump pardons allies involved in attempt to subvert 2020 election.

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Auckland FC red cards and Nic Lynagh's academy deal

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Auckland FC red card culprits face punishments and Nic Lynagh joins Queensland Reds on academy deal.

COP30: Can the world finally deliver on climate promises?

From Belém, AUT’s Priscila Besen weighs in on what success would look like - and why this year’s summit could be make-or-break for global climate action.

'Sacred and spectacular': DoC warns Tongariro fire threaten unique species

With threatened species at risk, DoC’s Tim Bamford outlines the recovery challenge ahead for Tongariro.

Te Pāti Māori: Former Māori party co-leader on Whether the Party Can Unite Before 2026

As Te Pāti Māori faces pressure ahead of the next election, Te Ururoa Flavell shares his take on what needs fixing first.

Big mana and pūkana! Pembroke Oamaru’s first ever school kapa haka performance

Reporter Pippa meets the talented tamariki of Pembroke School Oamaru. Fresh from Polyfest, they perform their first school kapa haka and show off their best pukana!

Cecilia Robinson on why she’s taking on social media giants

The founder of My Food Bag and Tend joins Paula Bennett to talk about her new campaign to keep under-16s off social media.

Mark Mitchell on police trust, protests, and protecting minorities

Minister for Police, Corrections, Emergency Management and Recovery, Ethnic Communities, and Sports and Recreation joins us to explain how he juggles so many hats.

Lush co-founder Rowena Bird on three decades of ethical beauty and cosmetics

Business Reporter Tom Raynel talks to Lush co-founder Rowena Bird about the business and its 30-year anniversary. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Tourism hit by Tongariro fire

‘It will put a few people off’: Tongariro shuttle boss counts cost of fire. Video / Mike Scott

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference.

Man takes stolen earthmover for a drunken joyride

A Wolverhampton man has been arrested after he was taped driving a stolen earthmover through the city center. Video / @RusGarbageHuman

Hawke's Bay Coastguard saves almost fully sumberged boat after it flipped

Hawke's Bay Coastguard said four people were on board the boat before it flipped after hitting the wake of another boat. Video / Coastguard Hawke's Bay

Watch: What just happened with Te Pāti Māori expelling two MPs?

It comes after months of infighting within the party. Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Live: Tongariro National Park fire update

Fire and Emergency New Zealand provides an update on the fire in the Tongariro National Park. Video/ NZ Herald

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Te Pāti Māori expels MPs and Government's meth action plan

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Te Pāti Māori expels Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris, and Government's plan to tackle New Zealand's meth problem.

Watch: Te Pāti Māori announce expulsion of two MPs

It comes after months of disruption within the party. Video / Mark Mitchell

Andrew Hoggard on Wilding pine strategy

Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard outlines next steps to control the spread of invasive trees. Video / Herald NOW