Panel: Jo Robertson and Dileepa Fonseka on todays topics

'Does mānuka honey potentially come at a cost to our native insects and ecosystems?

Landcare Reserch entomologist, Corrinne Watts joins Herald NOW to discuss concerning mānuka honey research. Video / Herald Now

Tech Talk with Noel Leeming: best gadgets to gift this Christmas

Noel Leeming's CEO Jason Bell shares the gadgets on wishlists this Christmas, and how you can win them.

Herald NOW panel: Chippy, the sexy Kiwi accent and humanoid robots

The Herald NOW panel discuss the big issues of the day. Featuring Lara Greaves and Damien Light. Video / Herald NOW

Breman puts banks on notice over lending rate, services sector slips, Paysauce expands to Oz

Business with 2degrees: RBNZ’s Anna Breman moves to nip wholesale rate rises in the bud, PSI dips to 46.9, $4m raise as Paysauce targets Australian micro-businesses.

'Fush and chups': Surprising new research on the evolution of the NZ accent

Linguist Brooke Ross joins Herald NOW to discuss the evolution of the New Zealand accent.

Darts player Cameron Menzies cuts hand after punching table three times

The Scotsman lost his temper following first-round defeat by debutant Charlie Manby in World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace. Video Sky Sport

Hipkins on his biggest mistakes: we were trying to do too many things

Labour Leader Chris Hipkins joins Herald NOW for his final weekly spot of 2025.

New Zealand Jewish Community "shocked but not surprised" by Bondi terror attack

Juliet Moses tells Michael Morrah she's shocked and disgusted, but not completely surprised.

'Bondi Terror Attack: 'Australia is rallying together'

Channel 10 reporter Emma Olsen with the latest following the Bondi terror attack.

NZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday December 16, 2025

Morning Headlines | Jewish council urges leaders to reflect, warning over alpine dangers and Rob Reiner’s son in custody | Tuesday December 16, 2025

MetService severe weather warning: 16 December

MetService severe weather warning: 16 December. Video / MetService

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks to the Herald for Christmas

Christopher Luxon says he'll give his coalition partners a break from each other for Christmas. Video / Mark Mitchell

Back in growth: Thursday's GDP data release

Liam Dann looks at expectations for Thursday's GDP data release. Video \ Jason Dorday

Kea Kids News: Meet Santa's special helpers at The Joy Store

Reporter Amelia meets Santa's festive friends from The Kindness Collective, the team dedicated to spreading Christmas joy to everyone! Video / Kea Kids News

Bondi Beach shooting

At least 15 people killed after father and son's terror rampage at Sydney's Bondi Beach. Video / NZ Herald

Rob Reiner: My Best Shots

Rob Reiner breaks down his best shots from The Princess Bride, Spinal Tap and more.

PM Christopher Luxon on Sydney terrorist attack

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon address “sickening” mass shooting in Sydney ahead of meetings with Jewish communities. Video / Mark Mitchell

MetService weather December 15-16

MetService weather December 15-16. Video / MetService

MetService severe weather December 15

MetService severe weather December 15. Video / MetService

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

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

What the Bondi attack means for New Zealand

International law professor, Al Gillespie is with us to discuss this tragic attack and what it might mean for New Zealand.

Herald reporter reviews Bondi Beach hours before terror attack

Samuel Sherry was visiting the Sydney beach, the day two gunmen killed 15 innocent people.

Gymkhana: Damien O'Carroll explains the viral new film that's pushing modified cars to their limit

Driven's Damien O'Carroll tells Herald NOW about the latest installment of the chaotic motoring series 'Gymkhana' featuring rally legend Travis Pastrana. Video / Herald Now

Canterbury news wrap: Why the regions economy came out on top

Newstalk ZB South Island news director, Claire Sherwood reveals why Canterbury has been crowned the countries star performer in this year’s regional economic rankings.

Herald NOW panel: Road side drug testing, robot surgeons and Government baby booms

Sir Graham Lowe and Sarah Sparks debate the big issues of the day. Video / Herald Now

Meat Inspectors protest at Parliament over Government's 'flawed' plan to privatise

Retired Meat Inspector Keith Gutsell tells Herald NOW health standards will slip under MPI's proposal to privatise export meat inspections.

Monday markets with Forsyth Barr: Zoe Wallis talks GDP and financial themes for 2026

Your Monday markets update with Zoe Wallis, Investment strategist at Forsyth Barr. Video / Herald Now

Growth may beat RBNZ pick, companies may ditch climate reporting, is the FMA losing the info war?

Business with 2degrees: Economists pick Q3 GDP to print at up to 1.0%, companies see little value in six-figure climate reports, Opes Partners tells its side of a censure notice.

Concerns over new roadside drug testing's impact on prescription medicine users

NZ Drug Foundation's Sarah Helm speaks with Herald NOW about the rollout of roadside drug testing and how it could impact drivers with prescription medications.

Luxon on Bondi Beach Mass Shooting

Heather du Plessis-Allan speaks to PM Christopher Luxon on Bondi Beach Mass Shooting. Video / Herald Now

MetService Daily Weather: December 15 2025

MetService Daily Weather: December 15 2025. Video / MetService

"Sprinted for my life": Kiwi eyewitness describes horror at Bondi beach

Tiffany Salmond was at Bondi Beach as the mass shooting unfolded. Video / Herald Now

NZ Herald Morning News Update | 16 dead in Bondi terror attack

NZ Herald Morning News Update | 16 people are dead and many more injured in a Bondi terror attack. Geminids meteor shower visible in night sky.

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Alpine skier Alice Robinson wins World Cup Super-G race

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Kiwi alpine skier Alice Robinson wins World Cup Super-G race and Ajaz Patel picked for match with West Indies.

New Zealand firm makes history: Valocity crowned International Fintech of the Year

Valocity Global CEO Carmen Vicelich joins Herald NOW live following their global win. Video / NZ Herald

Repeated vandalism of McLaren gravestones "deliberate and calculated”

Bruce McLaren Trust Chairman Michael Clark speaks on the repeated vandalism of the gravestones of Kiwi motorsport legend Bruce McLaren and his wife, Patricia. Video / Herald Now

New roadside drug testing rolls out in Wellington - What you need to know

Police Association President Steve Watt tells Herald NOW what to expect as new roadside drug testing for meth, cocaine, THC, and MDMA rolls out in Wellington. Video / Herald Now

Live: PM Christopher Luxon talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan

Live: PM Christopher Luxon talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan

Bondi beach mass shooting: 16 dead and 40 in hospital after act of terror

Sydney reels after a targeted attack at a Hanukkah event claimed 16 lives. Prime Minister Albanese calls it “evil antisemitism.” Video / Herald Now

Kea Kids News: A very cavy Christmas: guinea pigs compete for glory!

Reporter Asia meets some of the cutest (and most competitive) cavy’s in the country! From festive outfits to grass-eating showdowns, see what it takes to be a winning guinea pig!