Wasp nest spanning 1.8 metres found in Martinborough

Nadia Lim on Farming, Family, and Finding Balance

Nadia Lim reflects on six years at Royal Burn Station and the story behind Nadia’s Farm Kitchen, with Lifestyle and Entertainment Editor Jenni Mortimer Video \ Jason Dorday.

Julia DeLuney sentenced for murder of mother Helen Gregory

Julia DeLuney was sentenced to 18 years imprisonment today as a result of murdering her own mother. Video / NZ Herald

UFC stars on bid for harsher coward punch laws

Eugene Bareman launched the Walk Without Fear Trust after City Kickboxing athlete Fau Vake died following a coward punch. Video / Annaleise Shortland / Walk Without Fear Trust

Urgent Meeting: Significant Planning Change for Parnell

Residents and officials of the Parnell area in Auckland meet to discuss the development of the area going forward. Video / NZ Herald

David Seymour caught overtaking driver at speed on SH1

David Seymour has been caught overtaking a driver at speed on SH1. Video / Reddit

All Blacks vs South Africa: Eden Park showdown this Saturday

All Black captain Scott Barrett during the captains run. The All Blacks play South Africa at Eden Park on Saturday. Video / Dean Purcell

Māori Queen impresses at Turangawaewae with first royal address

She emphasised that being Māori is not defined by having an enemy or challenge.

Car erupts into flames blocking southbound lanes at Spaghetti Junction

A car has erupted into flames on Auckland's Southern Motorway on Spaghetti Junction. Video / Moe Salehi

King Cobras gather for gang leader’s funeral

The funeral for Ulaiasi Pulete, one of the most senior members of Auckland’s King Cobras gang, held at Davis Funeral Home in Henderson. Video / NZ Herald

Māori Queen to deliver first public speech

Te Arikinui Nga wai hono i te po is hosting Koroneihana at Tūrangawaewae Marae and will give her first public speech since her coronation last year.

Mayor Wayne Brown announces plan to replace Auckland Transport

Mayor Wayne Brown and MPs Chris Bishop and Simeon Brown announced the bill, which replaces Auckland Transport with a new council-controlled organisation. Video / RNZ

NZ Herald LIVE: Chris Bishop and Tama Potaka announce actions to support people sleeping rough

NZ Herald LIVE: Chris Bishop and Tama Potaka announce actions to support people sleeping rough

NZ Herald Live: Police make appeal to the public about missing woman Te Anihana Pomana

Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Friend speaks to the media regarding ongoing appeals to locate the missing 25-year-old woman, Te Anihana Pomana.

Trish Sherson and Rawdon Christie on Christopher Luxon's leadership

Herald NOW panel Trish Sherson and Rawdon Christie on questions over PM Christopher Luxon's leadership. Video / Herald NOW

Shayne Currie's Media Insider: RNZ to ditch youth brand

NZ Herald Editor at Large Shayne Currie on RNZ's plans to ditch its youth brand. Video / Herald NOW

'Marswalker' carries a robot vacuum cleaner up some stairs.

The Marswalker will be released next year. Video / Anker

Samoa Dengue Fever outbreak - the kiwis on the ground assisting

Dr Alan Goodey on the support kiwi medical teams are giving Samoa with Dengue Fever outbreak. Video / Herald NOW

Eves Valley sawmill to close, 142 jobs lost

Tasman District Mayor Tim King responds to the news that Eves Valley sawmill will be closing down. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW Weather: September 5, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 5, 2025. Video / Herald NOW

Everything you need to know about this weekend's weather

Metservice Head of Weather News Heather Keats on what to expect from this weekend's weather.

Judith Collins makes secret visit to Kyiv

Defence Minister Judith Collins on Herald NOW after a secret visit to Kyiv as 'Coalition of the Willing' hold overnight talks.

'That is our fortress' - Ian Jones on the unbeaten All Blacks run at Eden Park

Ian Jones talks to Herald NOW about the significance of the All Blacks' unbeaten run at Eden Park and will they win on Saturday?

IKEA announces opening day of December 4th for first NZ store

IKEA's Johanna Cederlöftalks to Herald NOW about opening the first New Zealand store in December.

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Broncos guarantee fourth spot and Counties-Manukau beat North Harbour

NZ Herald Sport News Update | The Warriors chances of making NRL league's top four end with Broncos win and Counties-Manukau beat North Harbour 22-19.

Mark Mitchell and Willie Jackson on the Herald NOW political panel

National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Willie Jackson talk leadership rumours, the Tāmaki by-election and immigration crackdown.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | New immigration laws and sawmill to close

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Plea for clarity on new immigration laws and Carter Holt Harvey confirms Eves Valley sawmill closure.

'There is a very real risk' - Christchurch High School meningococcal meningitis case

Meningitis Foundation's Gerard Rushton talks to Herald NOW following a meningococcal meningitis case in Christchurch.

The megastores hitting our shores: Costco and now Ikea — Who's next?

Quantum Jump CEO and marketing expert Ben Goodale is with us to explain the hype around one of the world’s leading retailers coming to our shores.

Police investigating after two people left in serious condition in South Auckland

Emergency services were called to a report of a disorder near the corner of Te Irirangi Dr and Great South Rd. Video / NZ Herald

All Blacks train at Eden Park before taking on South Africa on Saturday

The All Blacks were seen training today at Eden Park. Before their test against South Africa this Saturday. Video / Supplied

Christopher Luxon attends reveal of Ikea's opening date

Christopher Luxon speaks about the significance of Ikea opening in New Zealand. Video / Alyse Wright

World surfing champ's tips for Kiwi women

Aussie surfer Molly Picklum won the WSL title with victory in Fiji. She shares her tips for Kiwi surfers. Video / Grant Bradley

MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday September 4th

MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday September 4th. Video / MetService

NZ man vs sloth: the sleep showdown

Andy is off to Costa Rica to test his snoozing skills against a real sloth. Vitamins and minerals are supplementary to a balanced diet. Vitaco Health NZ LTD Auckland

All Blacks team announcement for Saturday's Springboks test

All Blacks team announcement for Saturday's Springboks test. Video / NZ Herald

Trailer: Dadolescence

Dadolescence is a new documentary airing on TVNZ following the lives and experiences of five teenage fathers in Aotearoa.

Ikea announces its will open its first store in New Zealand on December 4

Swedish retailer unveiled a sign at its Sylvia Park store today announcing its opening. Video / Alyse Wright

At least 15 dead after funicular derails in Lisbon

The Gloria funicular derailed during rush hour in downtown Libson, killing at least 15 people and injuring 18. Video / AFP

Changes to the foreign buyers ban

Property with with G.J. Gardner Homes: Bayleys Head of Research Chris Fahri talks to Garth Bray on Herald NOW about the changes to the foreign buyers ban.

Dave Letele and Sarah Henry on the Herald NOW panel

Garth Bray is joined by BBM Motivation founder Dave Letele and Are Media Editorial Director Sarah Henry. Video / Herald NOW