Premium: National Party transport spokesman Simeon Brown

MetService Weather: October 1, 2025

MetService Weather: October 1, 2025. Video / MetService

Talley's defamation trial against TVNZ at Auckland High Court

TVNZ Christchurch correspondent Thomas Mead read his statement at the trial at Auckland High Court today.

0 to 40 knots in 5 seconds: Naut demos new electric propulsion system for boats

The Whangārei firm's chief executive, Fiona Bycroft, on electric vs combustion systems. Video / Michael Craig

Black Ferns arrive home from the Rugby World Cup

After winning their Bronze Final match at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, the Black Ferns have arrived home at Auckland Airport. Video / Jason Dorday

Restaurant Brands New Zealand receives proposal to take over the business

Herald business reporter Tom Raynel breaks down the announcement of a potential takeover of Restaurant Brands New Zealand. Video / NZ Herald

Police searching for driver, passenger after car rams Ōrewa’s Shoreward Gastrobar

Police are searching for suspects after a car rammed Ōrewa Shoreward Gastrobar and a fire was lit.

NZ Herald Live: Police update St Johns bus stop homicide

Police update St Johns bus stop homicide.

Huntly deal for gentailers OK by ComCom

Business with 2degrees: Draft competition watchdog approval for strategic energy reserve Huntly Firming Option, independent retailers want more transparency on hedging.

Matatā crash: Woman charged with murder after incident in car

A woman has been charged with murder following an incident in a moving vehicle in Matatā, Rotorua Daily Post reporter Kelly Makiha has the latest.

Calls for policy and training as teachers embrace AI tools for grading, lesson plans

Noel Leeming's Sam Gibson speaks to Herald NOW on AI use in the classroom.

Business with 2degrees: RBNZ admits Covid-era OCR too high for too long

BusinessDesk’s Garth Bray speaks to Ryan Bridge about the OCR and record-high health claims.

New World store bans staff water bottles

Employment law specialist Jennifer Mills speaks to Ryan Bridge about the no-water-at-checkout rule.

Trump says Israel will withdraw from Gaza in phases under a deal negotiated with Netanyahu

President Donald Trump said Monday that he had Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's backing for a wide-ranging Gaza peace plan that would bring an immediate ceasefire.

Synlait reports a net loss of $39.82m

Synlait CEO Richard Wyeth speaks to Ryan Bridges about becoming debt free.

Chris Hipkins on his letter from Christopher Luxon

Prime Minister Luxon urges Labour leader Hipkins to back offshore gas exploration for 10 years, seeking a credible bipartisan approach.

Overhaul of quake-prone building system

Minister for Building and Construction Chris Penk and MacAlister Heights bodycorp chair Mel Johnston discuss the overhaul of quake-prone building system.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Reset for quake-prone buildings and concerns over healthcare gaps

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Reset for quake-prone buildings, concerns grow over gaps in healthcare and Luxon urges against oil and gas ban.

Herald NOW Weather: September 30, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 30, 2025.

A 'battle we can absolutely win': Climate Overshoot conference begins this week

Victoria University climate scientist professor James Renwick is with us to delve into climate overshoot, and why we should care about it.

Carolyn Tremain steps down after eight years leading MBIE - there will be growth again

Carolyn Tremain who led 6000 public servants at MBIE says you have to be calm and approachable. Video / Mark Mitchell

Suzanne Lynch shares her journey in music

The Kiwi pop icon talks to Paula Bennett about her adventures with David Bowie and Cat Stevens/Yusuf Islam.

Kea Kids News: Trainers get a preview of the new Pokémon Mega-Evolution expansion

Reporter Stuart is at Hobby Lords in Dunedin, where a special Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Prerelease has Pokemon trainers battling it out with never-before-seen cards.

Fans celebrate the return of Oasis to Toronto

Nearly 17 years after their last Canadian performance, Oasis fans celebrated the reunion of the long-estranged Gallagher brothers in Toronto. Video/ Video Elephant

MetService Weather: September 30

MetService Weather: September 30. Video / MetService

Earthquake-prone building system changes revealed

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Building & Construction Minister Chris Penk unveil significant changes to New Zealand’s earthquake-prone building system. Video / Mark Mitchell

Michelin chef Toby Stuart launches luxury 'slow stay' Domu Retreat in the Tasman region

Rates start from $2000 per night for two guests. Video / Domu Retreat

Earthquake-prone building system changes revealed

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon unveils significant changes to New Zealand’s earthquake-prone building system. Video / Mar Mitchell

Trailer: Chad Powers

Trailer for new Glen Powell TV series, Chad Powers. Video / Hulu

New Zealand's largest build-to-rent project, the 297-unit Te Reiputa in Mt Wellington

Liz Thomas, a Simplicity Living site manager, shows off the new display suite at the huge project, due to be finished next May.

MetService weather update 29th September

MetService weather update 29th September. Video / MetService

Two dead, multiple in hospital after Michigan church shooting and fire

Grand Blanc Township Police Chief William Renye says the 40-year-old suspected gunman, identified as Thomas Jacob Sanford, was "neutralized" in the church parking lot. / AFP

Synlait announces $307m deal for Pōkeno plant

Business with 2degrees: Synlait enters binding conditional agreement to sell North Island assets to US healthcare giant Abbott.

The Herald NOW panel Phil Goff and Louisa Wall

Former Auckland mayor Phil Goff and former Labour MP Louisa Wall join Ryan Bridges on Herald NOW.

Luxon on New Zealand not recognising Palestinian statehood

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joins Ryan Bridge to discuss New Zealand’s stance on Palestinian statehood.

Christmas shopping tips that'll actually make a difference

Consumer NZ reveal their top tips for christmas shopping that will save your wallet and your time. Video / Herald NOW

Award-winning sculpture vandalised

Annabel Reid from the Rotorua Daily Post joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss the vandalised sculpture.

Palestine recognition decision and Russia's air incursions

Geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss Palestine recognition and Russia tests Nato with air incursions. Video / Herald NOW

Business with 2degrees: Report says Fonterra deal ‘good value’

Business with 2degrees: Garth Bray talks to Ryan Bridge about productivity and why Fonterra secured a good deal.

Monday markets with Forsyth Barr: What's next for farmers?

Forsyth Barr senior equity analyst, Matt Montgomerie reveals Monday's market outlook, including milk prices and what's next for farmers. Video / Herald NOW

All Blacks retain the Bledisloe Cup and bronze for the Black Ferns

NZ Herald sports editor Winston Aldworth and NZ Herald sports reporter Chris Reive join Ryan Bridge for Herald NOW's sport panel. Video / Herald NOW