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Government opens the doors to more overseas building products
Master Builders CEO Ankit Sharma speaks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the Government's decision to allow more overseas building products into the country.
How will the trade deal between EU and US affect the global economy?
How will the trade deal between EU and US affect the global economy? and Genesis energy could cut Huntly capacity, 2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.
Fantasy books, Job Applications and NZ Prisons | NZ Herald News Update: July 28, 2025
Surge for fantasy books, Applications per job ad fall 2% and Rising segregation in NZ prisons.
Watch Live: Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon live on the Mike Hosking Breakfast. Video / Newstalk ZB
Alarming': Christchurch hospital departments working below full staffing levels
South Island Newstalk ZB News Director Claire Sherwood on hospital staffing shortages and a suspicious Canterbury fire.
Weather update with MetService's Heather Keats
With a weather system bound for New Zealand, Heather Keats reveals how bad it could get.
Air New Zealand unveils plans for new lounge
Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran announces the new lounge plans on Herald NOW.
Number of inmates choosing segregation when incarcerated is soaring
Corrections Association President Floyd du Plessis talks about the increase in prisoners choosing segregation, away from other offenders and what is driving it.
Solo mum in Māngere struggles with rising power bills
Liz, a solo mum in Māngere East, got into arrears with Contact Energy, leading to a power cut and reconnection fee. Video / Carson Bluck
Small Business Q&A: The Dunedin tech-startup taking on the world's sport data
Small Business reporter Tom Raynel talks with the founder and chief executive of Axon Perform Jon Foote about the business. Video / NZ Herald
Smoked eel from creek to table on Great Barrier Island
Reporter Korah-Leigh and her mates are serving up supper! From the creek, to the smoker, to the plate, Aotea tamariki show us how smoked eel is done right. Video / Kea Kids News
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 27th-31st July
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 27th-31st July. Video / MetService
PM Christopher Luxon speaks to the media with Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk
Prime Minister Luxon makes an announcement with Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk. Video / NZ Herald
Manuka Phuel Full Metal Orchestra
Full Metal Orchestra, from the team behind Synthony, at Auckland's Spark Arena on Saturday July 26. Video | RadLab
Mass starvation in Gaza, body found at Arkles Bay | NZ Herald News Update, 27 July 2025
Alarm raised over mass starvation tactics in Gaza. Body found in water at Arkles Bay. Firefighters to go on strike. Video / NZ Herald
The Warriors are flying, smashing records on and off the field but have lofty goals for the future
Warriors chief executive Cameron George on the club's remarkable growth over the last three seasons. Video / NZ Warriors
Kiwi actor Matt Whelan on his new film Workmates
Go Girls and Narcos actor Matt Whelan tells the Herald's Mitchell Hageman about his new film, a love letter to Kiwi theatre and love itself. Video / Kane Dickie
NZ First leader Winston Peters on the Government's new Parent Boost Visa
He stressed the need for the migrants to pay their own costs and not rely on the taxpayer. Video / Mark Mitchell
Winston Peters on ‘alarming developments’ from immigration
The NZ First leader gave his observations of what’s happening overseas. Video / Mark Mitchell
Warriors fall short against Gold Coast Titans
The Warriors have fallen short of their 13th NRL win, losing to bottom-of-the-table Gold Coast Titans at Go Media Stadium.
New Zealand's first solar powered major sports event
The Warriors match on Saturday against the Gold Coast Titans will be first NRL game - and major sporting event in this country - to be completely powered by the sun.
Israel relentless in it's attack on Gaza, families suffer | NZ Herald News Update: July 26, 2025
Israel continues it's attack on Gaza. The NZ Fire department issues a warning as house fires increase in numbers. The Polar Plunge is taking place today in Wellington.
Call to use drones to tackle illegal dirt biking issue
Rotorua resident Ryan Gray believes police with drones could be part of the solution to Rotorua's issue with illegal dirt bike activity. Video / Ryan Gray
Whangārei carparking proposal
Whangārei District Council is consulting on changes to its carparking but businesses do not think it's a good idea. Video / Rosalie Liddle Crawford
Cambodian residents flee border city as clashes with Thailand intensify
Video of Cambodian residents fleeing border area as clashes with Thailand intensify. Video / AFP
Charlie Pome'e pays tribute to friend and island reggae legend George 'Fiji' Veikoso
Kiwi reggae artist Charlie Pome'e pays tribute to friend and island reggae legend George 'Fiji' Veikoso. Video / Flava
Ghislaine Maxwell grilled and voting restrictions | NZ Herald News Update: July 25, 2025
Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell grilled by top US official and Paul Goldsmith plans new voting restrictions. Video / NZ Herald
The top 10 best comedy series of all time as chosen by the Herald Entertainment team
Herald Entertainment reporters Mitchell Hageman and Jenni Mortimer discuss the comedy series to put on your must-watch list.
Tactix game plan ahead of Netball Grand Final
Tactix shooter Te Paea Selby-Rickit talks to Herald NOW ahead of netball final. Video / Herald NOW
Supermarkets, Facebook Marketplace and Passport changes
Anne Gibson and Chris Henry on Herald NOW's panel. Video / Herald NOW
What we know about the death that's shocked a quiet neighbourhood
South Island Breaking News reporter talks to Herald NOW about the death in a quiet Christchurch neighbourhood. Video / Herald NOW
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has died aged 71
Hulk Hogan was pronounced dead in hospital following a report of 'cadiac arrest' at his Florida home. Video / Herald NOW
'From worst case scenario to hope' - the impact of Red Nose Day donations
Cure Kids Ambassadors Jordanna and Lucca Holecliffe talk to Herald NOW as Red Nose Day appeals for donations. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW sports panel on the Black Caps' win and Liam Lawson's hopes in Belgium
ZB sports journalist Ben Plummer and Herald sports journalist Alex Powell join Michael Morrah in the studio.
Everything you need to know about severe weather on the way
Metservice Head of Weather Heather Keats talks to Herald NOW about the severe weather about to hit NZ. Video / Herald NOW
'This is what's called gerrymandering' - reaction to Government's electoral law overhaul
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson debate the electoral law changes on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
First details - who could benefit from Golden Visa scheme?
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray. Video / Herald NOW
'People should be alarmed' - Cannabinoids seem to be interrupting cancer immunotherapy drugs
A call for caution following research which suggests inhaling cannabinoids during cancer immunotherapy may be detrimental to treatment. Video / Herald NOW