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MetService National Weather Update: May 7 - May 9
MetService National Weather Update: May 7 - May 9. Video / MetService
Police launch homicide inquiry after Manurewa man dies
Police said emergency services were called to a Mahia Rd property just before 10am after a report of a person seriously injured.
NZ Herald Live: Workplace Relations and Safety policy announcement
Brooke Van Veldon makes major Workplace Relations and Safety policy announcement
Christchurch, Mairehau house fire: Firefighters battle two-storey house blaze
Christchurch, Mairehau house fire: Firefighters battle two-storey house blaze 10 patients were assessed and treated by our crews in total. Video | George Heard
Auckland commuters face a chaotic morning commute
Auckland commuters face a chaotic morning after two highways leading into the central city have been majorly disrupted by crashes. Video \ NZME
NZ film industry faces uncertainty and ongoing decline in livestock numbers | NZ Herald News Update
NZ film industry faces uncertainty over US tariff, ongoing decline in livestock numbers and questions over longer sentences reducing reoffending.
Kea Kids News: Giant prehistoric footprint discovered
The moa might be extinct, but they’ve left an imprint! Reporter Sierra is at Magnificent Moa Day where experts are revealing their incredible 3.6 million year-old find.
Fire at McDonald's Pakuranga
Emergency services are attending the fire at a McDonald's on Pakuranga Rd. Video / Supplied, Te Rina Triponel
Dog abuse incident in Weymouth
A video of a dog abuse incident is circulating on social media, showing a dog swinging in the air and slamming into the ground on a walk in Manurewa. Video / Supplied
A memorial tree has been planted for slain American entomology student Kyle Whorrall.
A memorial tree has been planted at the entrance of St John’s bush in honour of slain American entomology student Kyle Whorrall. Video \ Jason Dorday
NZ Herald Live: Victim of abuse wants a judicial review
Victim of abuse is wanting a judicial review
Highbrook Crossing: New hub for Auckland's Biggest Business Park
Goodman Group is upgrading Highbrook Crossing to add retail, dining and public space to New Zealand’s largest business park in East Tāmaki. Video \ Jason Dorday
Kea Kids News: En-Locked unlocks stardom at the World Dance Crew Champs
Reporter Angelina is in Auckland, where hip hop crews from all over the world are battling to see who’s the best. Aotearoa group En-Locked is in the house, let’s see how they do!
NZ Defence $2b Helicopter Spend, Trump’s Global Influence & Mental Health | NZ Herald News Update
$2b for NZ Defence helicopters, Trump’s influence on global elections, and Parliament tackles alcohol and mental health.
Markets with Madison: Meet a gold merchant
The Coleman family has been melting down precious metals for more than 40 years. This is the first time they've shared inside their multi-million dollar gold and silver operation.
Watch Live : Christopher Luxon in studio with Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking
The Prime Minister joins Mike Hosking in the Newstalk ZB studio to talk all the big politicial issues.
Pre-Budget 2025 Defence announcement
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was joined by Deputy PM Winston Peters and Minister of defence Judith Collins to make a pre-budget defence announcement. Video / Alex Burton
Albanese's Aussie Win, NZ Storm Anxiety & Gaza Aid | NZ Herald News Update
Albanese wins Australian election, Kiwis worry about wild weather, and 3D-printed limbs help child amputees in Gaza.
NZ Herald Live: pre-Budget 2025 Defence announcement
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to be joined by Defence Minister Judith Collins and deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters make a pre-Budget defence announcement.
Watch: Fire rips through Mt Roskill house
Neighbours heard explosions as a fire ripped through a Mt Roskill house. Video / supplied
Mum pays tribute after Auckland bus stop killing, Australians vote early | NZ Herald News Update
Mum pays tribute after Auckland bus stop killing, Australians vote early and insurance companies brace for claims.
On The Up: Roots growing deeper for tree planting pair and their business KiwiCan
Megyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022. Video / Brodie Stone
Auckland man gets full refund after $158k transfer error.
Andrew Che lost his life savings after sending it to the wrong account. Barclays Bank has refunded his money after a prolonged battle for compensation. Video \ Jason Dorday
Aerial view: Canterbury flooding isolates communities
Aerial footage reveals the scale of flooding across areas of Canterbury after a destructive weather system hit the region and prompted a state of emergency.
Sir Bob Jones remembered | Barry Soper tells stories about his life and career
Sir Bob Jones, a prominent business figure, has died at his Wellington home aged 85.
Martin Cooper of Harcourts Cooper & Co on tribunal decision
North Shore real estate agency chief responds to a Real Estate Disciplinary Tribunal decision. Video \ Supplied
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media
Christopher Luxon speaks to media
NZ Herald Live: Mark Mitchell provides update on state of emergency in Christchurch and Selwyn
Mark Mitchell provides an update on the state of emergency in Christchurch and Selwyn
Watch: Is this a mini tornado above Auckland Harbour?
A possible mini tornado was spotted about Auckland Harbour as the latest band of wild weather hits the city.
Severe wind, rain forecast to ease for Canterbury and Wellington after gales and flooding
Fire and Emergency NZ said it responded to more than 30 callouts overnight, mainly in the Wellington area.
More Kiwis turning to methamphetamine and the worst of the weather is over | NZ Herald News Update
The worst of the weather is over, more Kiwis turning to methamphetamine and Drs are back at the negotiating table.
Oliver Mander on CEO pay
NZSA chief executive Oliver Mander speaks about CEO pay in 2024. Video / Dean Purcell
Lower Hutt woman narrowly escapes being crushed by tree
Waiwhetu woman Julie Paterson heard 'a loud cracking', looked up, and saw a tree branch falling towards her during Wednesday's storm. Video / Julie Paterson
New Zealand battered by floods, snow and strong winds, travel disrupted
Heather Keats updates the powerful system battering New Zealand, bringing floods, snow, extreme wind and widespread disruption. Video / NZ Herald, MetService, Vanessa Weenink
Wellington faces rare red warning for extreme winds and rain
MetService Head of Weather News, Heather Keats, breaks down why Wellington is under a rare red warning with extreme winds, heavy rain and dangerous high tides.
NZ Herald Live: Mark Mitchell talks to media
Hon Mark Mitchell, Deputy Mayor Malcolm Lyall, and Local MP Hon Nicola Grigg speak to the media on the local state of emergency in Selwyn
Chlöe Swarbrick announces Green Party industrial strategy from Tokoroa
Gisborne locals and health workers marched to Heipipi Park, where speakers highlighted what they say is a regional health crisis.
NZ Herald Live: Simeon Brown talks to media
NZ Herald Live: Simeon Brown talks to media