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Police Commissioner provides an update on critically injured officer

Police Commissioner, Richard Chambers gives an update on the officer critically injured by Tom Phillips.

What is known about the campsite where Tom Phillips' children were found?

Jaime Lyth, reporter on the ground provides the latest on Tom Phillips' children. Video / Herald NOW

Herald Now: Daily Weather Update: September 9 2025

Herald Now: Daily Weather Update: September 9 2025

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Police say children of Tom Phillips will have extensive support

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Police say children of Tom Phillips will have extensive support & school teachers reject collective agreement offer.

Herald NOW: Live with latest from Police Commissioner and Police Minister on Tom Phillips shooting

Herald NOW: Live with latest from Police Commissioner and Police Minister on Tom Phillips shooting

NZ Herald Sports News Update | Tactix coach in negotiations and Etzebeth out for Wellington match

NZ Herald Sports News Update | Negotiations unresolved between coach Donna Wilkins and the Tactix, and Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth is axed for Saturday's Wellington rematch.

Mayor speaks of close-knit Marokopa community

The Front Page travelled to the King Country and spoke to Waitomo District Mayor John Robertson about how the community has fared and what we can learn from the ordeal.

Grant Robertson versus Paula Bennett | Ask Me Anything

Ask Me Anything returns for a brand new season! And Paula's first guest is fellow former deputy prime minister, Grant Robertson.

What happened on the day Tom Phillips was shot dead by police

Tom Phillips dead: Fugitive Marokopa dad shoots policeman; children found safe. Video / NZ Herald

All Blacks Head Coach Scott Robinson speaks to the media

All Blacks Head Coach Scott Robinson speaks to the media. Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Live: Latest from police on death of fugitive Tom Phillips

Fugitive Tom Phillips is dead after a four-year manhunt ended in a police shoot-out this morning, police have confirmed

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

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Trump tariffs test digital assets – and showcase the power of versatile trading platforms

Love him or loathe the man, tariff chaos means market chances.

BREAKING: Child Psychologist talks about effects this will have on Tom Phillips' children

BREAKING: Child Psychologist talks about effects this will have on Tom Phillips' children. Video / NZ Herald

Tom Phillips dead after four-year manhunt ends in police shoot-out; two children yet to be located

BREAKING: Police provide an update on Tom Phillips case following incident this morning. Video / NZ Herald

BREAKING: Mother of Tom Phillips' children releases statement following this mornings events

BREAKING: Mother of Tom Phillips' children releases statement following this mornings events. Video / NZ Herald

BREAKING: NZ Herald talks to reporter Mike Scott on scene in Pio Pio for updates

BREAKING: NZ Herald talks to reporter Mike Scott on scene in Pio Pio for updates

Donald Trump attends the US Open championship final

Donald Trump attends the US Open championship final. Video / AFP

Volunteer coaches in sharp decline

Senior lecturer Blake Bennett discusses the decline of volunteer coaches in sports across New Zealand. Video / Herald NOW

South Islander's call for local deals on tourist attractions

South Islander's call for local pricing on tourist attractions, highlighting the cost of using the Trans Alpine. Video / Herald NOW

Herald Now Panel: Nicky Styris and Simon Wilson discuss the Tranz-Alpine and more

Herald Now Panel: Nicky Styris and Simon Wilson discuss the Tranz-Alpine and more with Ryan Bridge. Video / Herald Now

NCEA changes threaten outdoor education

The NCEA plan, which suggests making outdoor education a vocational-only subject, has been criticised by some and has drawn in a petition with over 30,000 signatures.

Herald Now: Political editor Thomas Coughlan unpacks the weekend of politics and NZ's next steps

Herald Now: Political editor Thomas Coughlan unpacks the weekend of politics and NZ's next steps. Video / NZ Herald

Herald Now: Sports Panel: Black Ferns victory, Lawson struggles to impress

The experts discuss the latest in NZ sport. The Black Ferns have surged to a 40-0 win over Ireland whilst Liam Lawsonm struggles in F1. Video / Herald NOW

Labour market slows in the United States

Monday markets with Forsyth Barr - How the markets are affected by the slowing employment rates in the United States. Video / Herald NOW

BusinessDesk exclusive: Govt help for big businesses to switch away from gas

Business with 2degrees: Up to 20 big gas users could get govt help switching from gas, Contact Energy windfarm seeks fast-track, Kiwi science may fill ozone gap left by US.

Herald Now: Winston Peters talks to Ryan Bridge following his conference

Winston Peters talks to Ryan Bridge following his NZ First conference over the weekend. Video / Herald NOW

Herald Now: Black Ferns dominate Ireland 40-0 to progress in Rugby World Cup

The Black Ferns dominate Ireland 40-0 to progress in the Rugby World Cup. Video / Herald NOW

'Deadly restraint' tactics and force taught and used by police college graduates unacceptable

"Deadly restraint" The tactics and force taught and used by police college graduates is unacceptable. Video / Herald NOW

BREAKING: Major Police operation underway in Waikato, Shots fired, officers injured

Herald Now: BREAKING: Major Police operation underway in Waikato

Te Pāti Māori's Oriini Kaipara wins Tāmaki Makaurau byelection

Te Pāti Māori's Oriini Kaipara has won the Tāmaki Makaurau byelection, beating Labour's Peeni Henare Video / Herald NOW

Herald Now: Daily Weather Update: September 8 2025

Herald Now: Daily Weather Update: September 8 2025.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Winston Peters kicks off election campaign, By-election results

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Winston Peters kicks off election campaign, By-election results. Video / NZ Herald

Herald Now: Sports Update September 8 2025

Herald Now: Sports Update September 8 2025. Video / NZ Herald

Rescue operations to landfills on the rise due to improper beacon disposal

Search and Rescue officer Alex Taylor warns of the consequences of not disposing of emergency beacons properly. Video / NZ Herald

What China's show of military might means for global power balance

Waikato University international law professor, Al Gillespie, is with us to unpack these relationships – and what it could mean for our part of the globe.

Kea Kids News: These kids are hunting massive shark teeth in their own backyard

Reporter Stella and her mates show us around their Chatham Islands home, where ancient giant sharks called Megaladons used to roam the waters and have left behind some souvenirs.

'Please let him in': Mother appeals to immigration officials to allow son to NZ

Prince's son Jap was declined a student visa because he has Down syndrome.

'Police college taught recruits ‘dangerous’ and unapproved tactics'

'Police college taught recruits ‘dangerous’ and unapproved tactics' for three years before recall. Video \ Jason Dorday

Winston Peters outlines new 'compulsory' KiwiSaver policy

Winston Peters outlined a possible new compulsory KiwiSaver policy at his annual party conference. Video / NZ Herald