NZ Herald Morning News Update | US cancels Iran peace talks in Pakistan, Auckland kayaker rescued

Crusaders v Blues hightlights

Crusaders v Blues hightlights: Super Rugby Pacific clash at One New Zealand Stadium.

Stolen daughters and families left broken

Daughters of the Bamboo Grove is a book that examines how state policy reshaped private life, family structure and identity in China. Author Barbara Demick joins The Front Page.

Families supporting parents to take the next step with confidence

Making the move together

Fujifilm New Zealand opens its House of Photography in Albany

Fujifilm New Zealand's Peter Bonisch talks to Herald Business Journalist Tom Raynel about the rise in traditional photography. Video / NZ Herald

Sport Headlines | Friday, May 8, 2026

Sport Headlines | Dolphins trounce Bulldogs in NRL and Australian cricketer England to appoint Marcus North selector | Friday, May 8, 2026

Fine dining and a luxury stay in JW Marriott: Mother's day winners announced | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Herald NOW reporter Katie Oliver live from the Hotel with Chef Wallace, for a sneak peak at the menu. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Why can't young people crack into the job market? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

MyCareerBrand founder Craig McAlpine discusses the details behind the latest employment figures. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Panel: Football, David Attenborough and CRL | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Former Silver Fern Maia Wilson and real estate agent Rawdon Christie discuss the latest stories. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Prime Minister Chris Luxon in studio with Newstalk ZB's Kerre Woodham

The Prime Minister takes listeners' questions with Newstalk ZB's Kerre Woodham

'It's a tragedy': David Seymour takes aim at RNZ amid board overhaul | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Shayne Currie joins Herald NOW to unpack the latest tensions between RNZ and the coalition, and what happened to Maiki Sherman? Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Sports panel: Anzac Test, ticket prices and Super Rugby | Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZ Herald sport deputy editor Cam McMillan and NZ Herald sport editor Winston Aldworth talk all things sport. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

All Blacks boss: Our competition is Arsenal and NFL | Ryan Bridge TODAY

New Zealand Rugby chair David Kirk talks about the All Blacks’ competition. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Severe weather warnings, strong winds expected for Mother's Day weekend | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Your weekend weather outlook with MetService's John Law. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Operation Chop Drop! Silver Fern Farms delivers 90 tonnes of meat to the Gulf | Ryan Bridge TODAY

A record airfreight delivery for meat processor co-op, as a fragile ceasefire holds in the Gulf and oil tracks under US$100/barrel briefly; plus OECD on IPOs / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Political panel: media trust, political donations and police | Ryan Bridge TODAY

National Minister Paul Goldsmith, Labour MP Willie Jackson and Ryan Bridge discuss politics. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, May 8, 2026

Morning Headlines | Warning NZ fiscal path unsustainable, tourist fees to fund conservation, and hopes grow for US-Iran deal | Friday, May 8, 2026

Auckland FC v Adelaide United to face off in semi-finals this weekend | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Auckland FC Chief Executive Nick Becker joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Sovereign wealth funds: who has what? | Herald NOW Business

Fantail Ventures' Jonty Kelt joins Herald NOW Business to talk sovereign wealth funds, prediction markets and Open AI. Video / Herald NOW Business

Hitting the slopes at Deer Valley, Utah

Skiing at Deer Valley, Utah, this winter meant long, fun runs on groomers. The warmest winter on record meant off-piste skiing was rarely in condition.

Government takes aim at solar installation red tape | Herald NOW Business

Rewiring Aotearoa chief executive Mike Casey on how New Zealand can close the solar gap with Australia. Video / Herald NOW Business

MetService morning weather: May 8, 2026

MetService morning weather: May 8, 2026. Video / MetService

Wayne Brown says CRL review needed, projects must be cheaper

Auckland's mayor Wayne Brown says the CRL was set up poorly and too expensive.

McSkimming scandal – former top cop slams Police Commissioner and minister

Tania Kura claims Chambers and Mitchell threw her 'under the bus' for political gain.

Drone footage captures orcas on stingray hunt

Thrilled onlookers could be seen running along the sand and over rocks as the whales cruised Wellington's south coast. Video / Michael Lanzensberger

Research reveals what's worrying NZ youth the most

Youthline CEO Shae Ronald joins The Front Page with the latest research on what's keeping NZ young people up at night.

Simon Barnett and Davis Correos injured in Celebrity Treasure Island challenge

In a dramatic moment, two members of team Kahu had to be medically eliminated from the show last night.

A chat with International comedian Stephen K Amos | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Amos is appearing as part of the New Zealand International Comedy Festival. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Shane Jones doubles down after criticism over $50k fine for leaking fishing footage

The Commerce Commission and Ombudsman also raised serious concerns.

Grand Designs Waiheke home on the market | Ryan Bridge TODAY

OneRoof prestige property reporter Catherine Smith looks at what a $15 million renovation can buy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Blind tasting: Is L&P really just Coke and Sprite mixed? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

The daily panel with Dave Letele and Chelsea Daniels find out once and for all. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Rural sector weighs in on amalgamation | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Federated Farmers local government spokesperson Sandra Faulkner speaks about proposed local government amalgamation and its impact on the rural sector. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Are St John staff being asked to limit sheet cleaning between patients? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZAA secretary Mark Quin says cost-cutting wouldn't be needed if Hato Hone St John was funded properly. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'We produce 88% of Canada's oil': Why oil is driving Canada apart | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Alberta Prosperity Project leader Mitch Sylvestre speaks to Ryan Bridge about why oil is driving Canada apart. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Markets rally and oil price drops further on news of US peace proposal | Ryan Bridge TODAY

S&P 500 and Nasdaq head for new highs; US oil exports up 20%; plus the latest twist in the JPMorgan sexual assault lawsuit story. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Job numbers another 'sliding doors moment'. 2degrees wrap with Garth Bray | Herald NOW Business

400,000 New Zealanders are underemployed and under-utilised. Video / Herald NOW Business

Why Kiwis are turning to finance companies | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why people are putting $100k into separate finance company accounts. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why the coalition will win the election | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Ryan Bridge breaks down why he thinks the coalition will win the election. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Former City Rail Link boss says mega projects could be built for less | Herald NOW Business

Infrastructure heavyweight Sean Sweeney tells Katie Bradford how cost blowout in New Zealand's biggest projects must stop. Video / Herald NOW Business

Trump issues fresh Iran ultimatum | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Donald Trump has warned Iran to accept a deal or face further military action, as tensions in the Middle East continue. Ryan Bridge explains. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

AI powering fresh momentum across chip and data-centre supply chain | Herald NOW Business

But where might it bottleneck? Grid capacity, memory, or data-centre buildouts? Tech with 2degrees - Danushka Abeysuriya from Rush digital.  Video / Herald NOW Business