The Christmas traditions you wish your family would ditch

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown’s guide to the silly season

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has released a humorous Christmas message that took a dig at Wellington and even enlisted several special guests. Video / Auckland Council / Wayne Brown

All Black Tupou Vaa'i backs water safety campaign after brother's drowning

Tupou Vaa’i was just seven when he watched his brother Tevita drown. Video / Water Safety New Zealand

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Afternoon Headlines | Calls for UN reform as US does not pay its dues, and body found in search for missing rock fisher | Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Ute collides with several vehicles

A multi-vehicle Christmas Eve crash involving a ute has blocked New North Road in Kingsland, Auckland.

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Morning Headlines | Plea for calm on last day of Christmas shopping and some meat prices up 25% within a year | Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Kea Kids News: We review the hottest toys of the season!

Reporter Eve is in the studio with a panel of experts testing out the top trending toys gifted by Farmers.

Christmas at Auckland Zoo

Keepers at Auckland Zoo talk about what it's like to care for the animals on Christmas Day. Video / Jason Oxenham

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey first trailer

The first official trailer for Christopher Nolan's screen adaptation of Greek epic The Odyssey has been released. Video / Universal Studios

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Afternoon Headlines | Labour silent on India trade deal and fireworks ban at Coromandel Peninsula | Tuesday, December 23, 2025

MetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 26 December

MetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 26 December. Video / MetService

Jetboat and kayaker narrowly avoid collision at Huka Falls

Kayaker Dan Munroe said he was "very lucky" and put no blame on the jet boat.

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Morning Headlines | Australia proposes hate speech laws, India trade agreement finalised and public urged to watch for yellow legged hornets | Tuesday, December 23, 2025

The moment canal collapse swallows boat in UK

A dozen boaters had to be rescued on the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch, Shropshire, when the waterway collapsed at around 4am local time. Video / Narrowboat Life Unlocked, AFP

Mitch Hageman talks to Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie

NZ Herald reporter Mitch Hageman talks to Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie about family, fly fishing, and the benefits of adopting a greyhound. Video / NZ Herald

Kea Kids News: Christmas desserts that ‘sleigh!’

Reporter Angelina is in the kitchen as kids whip up some Christmas classics, but will they rise to sweet success or be left with a sticky mess?

Suzuki Fronx receives one-star safety rating

The Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (Ancap) has found multiple safety issues in the Suzuki Fronx, with owners urged not to travel with passengers. Video / Ancap

NZ Herald Headlines | Monday, December 22, 2025

Afternoon Headlines | Basement blaze in downtown Auckland, and Australian PM booed at Bondi vigil | Monday, December 22, 2025

MetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 25 December

MetService afternoon weather update: 23 - 25 December. Video / MetService

Kea Kids News: Why Ōtara is winning Christmas this year

Reporter Sarai visits the Ōtara Block Christmas Lights to find out why the neighbourhood is shining with more than just community spirit and the best mango otai in town!

Police chase and catch fleeing driver from CBD to Silverdale

Police chased and caught a fleeing driver from the CBD just north of the Puhoi off-ramp. Video / NZ Herald

Gordon Walker announces retirement from coaching

Gordon Walker, coach of Dame Lisa Carrington, has announced his intention to step aside from the world of coaching. Video / Sylvie Whinray

Tom Latham, Devon Conway double up with second straight test centuries

New Zealand's openers both reached triple figures in both innings at Bay Oval. Video / TVNZ

'Kiwis against Antisemitism' March in Auckland City

People gathered in Aotea Square in Auckland City to take part in a march named 'Kiwis against Antisemitism'. Video / NZ Herald

State Highway 1 crash near Hampton Downs blocks northbound lanes

State Highway 1 crash near Hampton Downs blocks northbound lanes. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Tamaki protestors interrupt Sikh parade, minute's silence for Bondi

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Brian Tamaki-backed protestors interrupt Sikh parade, minute's silence for Bondi victims, Epstein file release staggered. Video / NZ Herald

Dai Henwood on legacy, cancer hope and living life in 'small chunks’

The comedian talks about his life in comedy ahead of hosting the Best Foods Comedy Gala in 2026. Video / NZ Herald

DJI drones: Are they a cybersecurity risk?

Waikato land development company, Kotare Consultants, has no concerns with DJI drones despite looming restrictions in the United States. Video / Mike Scott

Quirkiness is worth the risk — David Seymour on being himself

The ACT Party leader sits down with Paula Bennett for the season finale of Ask Me Anything.

CAR T-cell therapy puts Jason’s myeloma into deep remission

Four months after CAR T-cell therapy in China, photographer Jason Oxenham is as cancer-free as he can be. Video / Michael Craig

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, December 20, 2025

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, December 20, 2025. Video / NZ Herald

Life-long trauma faced by Dilworth sexual abuse survivor

Skot Jaflon talks about the tragic effect on his life and why he wants his alleged abuser returned from China. Video / Corey Fleming

Remembering John Clarke: The man behind Fred Dagg

Lorin Clarke's moving documentary about her father, Not Just Fred Dagg But Also John Clarke, is out on Boxing Day. Video / Supplied

Steven Pinker on Donald Trump, fascism, the climate and free speech

NZ Herald Senior Writer Simon Wilson sits down with Cognitive Psychologist & Psycholinguist Steven Pinker to unpack some of the themes discussed in Pinker's new book.

Nicola Willis year end interview

Nicola Willis speaks with Business editor at large Liam Dann for her year-end interview.

Steven Pinker on Trump

Pinker describes Donald Trump as the antithesis of all enlightenment values.

Pinker on Charlie Kirk

Why did Donald Trump think Charlie Kirk was such a great American?

Pinker on social media algorithms

Algorithms & Common Knowledge: Social media's influence explained

An athlete’s perspective on AUT’s female-based concussion research programme

Kite foiler Lucy Bilger shares her experience regarding a concussion and participating in AUT's concussion research. Video / Alyse Wright

Auckland University of Technology's innovative female-based concussion research programme

AUT Millennium is the host to a revolutionary blood detector used as part of their female-based concussion research. Video / Alyse Wright

Surfers and swimmers congregate at Bondi Beach

Surfers and swimmers congregate at Bondi Beach as they participate in a tribute for the victims of Sunday’s Bondi Beach attack, in Sydney on December 19, 2025. Video \ AFP