Tim Bray on the magic of children's theatre

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!

Large vegetation fire breaks out near Parikino, Whanganui

Multiple crews have been called to a vegetation fire near Parikino in Whanganui. Video / Joni Francine

Hundreds evacuate Costco

Hundreds evacuate Costco after fire alarm is set off. Video / NZ Herald

Former Kiwis star Manu Vatuvei deported from Australia

Former NZ Warriors star Manu Vatuvei was detained and deported while trying to enter Australia. Video / @manuvatuvei

People flee after active shooter at Brown University

Images show people fleeing and first responders rushing to the scene at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Video / AFP

Beach Haven resident reflects on fire that destroyed her house

Karyn Tuapawa at the scene of a fire at her home in Beach Haven, Auckland, New Zealand on December 14, 2025. Video / Jason Oxenham

Dai Henwood talks comedy and the latest on his health with Newstalk ZB's Francesca Rudkin

New Zealand comedian Dai Henwood talks his role in the Best Foods Comedy Gala, how his comedy has changed and the latest on his health with Newstalk ZB's Francesca Rudkin.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Two found dead in Ruatiti, Russia attacks Ukraine

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Two found dead in Ruatiti, Russia launches major attack on Ukraine, Belarus releases prisoners in exchange for lifting sanctions. Video / NZ Herald

Diocesan principal Heather McRae retires after a remarkable career

After more than 16 years as the principal at Diocesan School for Girls, Heather McRae will retire early next year. Video / Corey Fleming

James Cameron on Avatar’s future

Avatar director James Cameron ahead of the Avatar: Fire and Ash premiere at Embassy Theatre in Wellington.

Tom Sainsbury on the deliciousness of small town scandals

Paula Bennett sits down with the one and only Tom Sainsbury — comedian, writer, actor, director, and the man who once made a career out of taking the mickey out of her.

Avatar: Fire and Ash premieres in Wellington

Chief entertainment and lifestyle reporter Jenni Mortimer reports from the red carpet. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Large house fire in Glenfield on Auckland’s North Shore

5 crews are currently battling the blaze. Video / Supplied

Avatar: Fire and Ash cast reminisce about filming in New Zealand

Chief Lifestyle & Entertainment Reporter Jenni Mortimer talks to Sam Worthington, Cliff Curtis and Jack Champion about their experience filming Avatar: Fire and Ash in New Zealand.

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday December 13, 2025

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday December 13, 2025. Video / NZ Herald

Broken trust, political divides and the world getting weirder — 2025 debriefed

The Front Page producers Jane Yee and Richard Martin join Chelsea Daniels to break down the biggest stories of 2025.

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday December 12, 2025

Afternoon Headlines | Former Gloriavale leader sentenced to 26 months, Police prosecuting McSkimming accuser Ms Z, minimum wage will rise to an hourly | Friday December 12, 2025

Will Young screamer sees Black Caps in control against West Indies

The Kiwi sub-fielder held onto a blinder on day three in Wellington. Video / TVNZ

Former Gloriavale leader Howard Temple jailed for sex offences

Former Gloriavale leader Howard Temple has been jailed for sex offences spanning more than 20 years. Video / TVNZ

Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale visits the Tauranga Community Foodbank

Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale visits the Tauranga Community Foodbank to meet volunteers and see all the work the charity does leading up to Christmas. Video / Tauranga City Council

Former Gloriavale leader Howard Temple arrives at Greymouth District Court

Former Gloriavale leader Howard Temple arrives at Greymouth District Court ahead of his sentencing for long running sex offending against nine women and girls. Video / Anna Leask

Are big boozy work Christmas parties over for good? – The Front Page

The Front Page Host Chelsea Daniels reveals today's episode.

Avatar Fire and Ash Wellington premiere: How the movies have boosted the capital

Screen Wellington's Tanya Black reveals the big names at the premiere and how the movies boosted Wellington's economy.