When mainstream school isn’t the right fit

The University of Auckland plans a new $125m engineering centre

Mechanical engineer Olivia Gordon talks about the proposed Bruce McLaren Centre for High Performance Engineering. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Labour candidate campaigns at event attended by Mongrel Mob

Video shows Labour candidate Kerrin Leoni speaking with Mongrel Mob members about changing the Government. Video / Simeon Brown

Dramatic end to wild Palmerston North police chase

Footage captures the final moments of a dramatic police chase through Palmerston North, where a fleeing car was brought to a stop after colliding with another vehicle.

Could New Zealand be waiting until Christmas for a government?

Katie Bradford, Thomas Coughlan and Campbell Barry discuss coalition possibilities, Opportunity’s role and the race for Hutt South on Election 2026: The Podcast.

Epsom candidates debate

Paul Goldsmith takes on David Seymour in the race for Epsom. Video / Somervell Presbyterian Church

Why threats against politicians are a threat to us all

Paul Spoonley joins The Front Page to discuss threats against politicians, political violence and the consequences for New Zealand’s democracy.

When mainstream school isn’t the right fit

Daily parades, marching single-file and weekly section rankings– but Vanguard Military School is no boot camp, says Principal Steve Mueller.

Cam Rowston eyes spot in UFC top 15

UFC middleweight Cam Rowston fights Abus Magomedov in Abu Dhabi on October 25. Video / Claudia Tarrant

Chris Hipkins faces media after Starship pledge

Chris Hipkins speaks to media from Napier. Video / NZ Herald

Case by Case Explains: Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal

Brianna McIlraith from the Open Justice team explains the process for holding teachers accountable on Case by Case with Jane Yee.

Do business leaders rate the politicians? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Garth Bray discusses the latest numbers. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Act Party leader David Seymour speaks to media

David Seymour discusses charter schools. Video / NZ Herald

Q+A with NZ Loyal Northland candidate Pete Verhoeven

NZ Loyal Northland candidate Pete Verhoeven speaks with reporter Brodie Stone. Video / NZ Herald

Nicola Willis responds to inflation figures

Nicola Willis speaks about the CPI and the economy. Video / NZ Herald

NZ's top 30 suburbs for buyers under 35 | Ryan Bridge TODAY

OneRoof's Catherine Smith reveals the affordable suburbs that have young first-home buyers reaching for their wallets. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'I love them, not necessarily like them': Negotiating family dramas | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Panellists Carmen Parahi and Tim Wilson discuss TV streaming services, punishing the base jumper, and whether Harry and the royals can really reconcile. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Pretty hard to top that for the rest of my career': New Auckland FC hero | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Auckland FC midfielder Lachlan Bayliss says playing in the Premier League is the dream but he'll need to score another 15 screamers like Saturday's first. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'It serves hope to the inmates': Rolleston Prison's house-building scheme | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Newstalk ZB South Island news director says prisoners in Christchurch have built 200 social houses that will go back out to the community. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Personal Finance: How much should you invest in New Zealand assets? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Forsyth Barr's Brad Gordon breaks down how investment in local assets stacks up against the global markets. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Very long, tedious negotiation': Chris Finlayson on the post-election reality | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Former National minister Chris Finlayson and former Labour leader Phil Goff review the state of the election campaign after the final televised debate. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'It's fantastic!': One NZ Te Kaha Stadium among top 7 most beautiful stadiums | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Mayor Phil Mauger says it is special to see Christchurch be home to one of the world's most beautiful arenas. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'I made a mistake': Illegal base-jumper needed rescuing off Auckland building | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Fire & Emergency pulled a man through a window 23-storeys above ground after a failed parachuting. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Business with Garth Bray 22 October

Join Herald NOW Business with host Garth Bray as he brings you the business news of the day, subject matter expert interviews, along with local and global thought leaders

Ryan Bridge: My predictions for the election | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Before anyone gets their knickers in a twist, I want to be clear. The result looks as tight as a fish's bum. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

MetService morning weather update: October 22, 2026

MetService morning weather update: October 22, 2026. Video / MetService

Mood of the Boardroom - a barometer for business. 2degrees Business Wrap | Herald NOW Business

More than 150 CEOs and directors will hear out loud what many have been saying quietly around boardroom tables and in airport lounges. Video / Herald NOW Business

BusinessNZ chief on confidence and growth plans | Herald NOW Business

BusinessNZ's Katherine Rich on business confidence, company tax cuts, R&D incentives and the policies needed to lift productivity and growth. Video / Herald NOW Business

AgriZero backs farming's low-emissions future | Herald NOW Business

AgriZero chief executive Wayne McNee on securing $117m in new investment, cutting farm emissions and unlocking growth in the primary sector. Video / Herald NOW Business

NZ Herald Sport Headlines | Thursday, October 22, 2026

NZ Herald Sport Headlines | Silver Ferns take a 2-0 lead in the Constellation Cup series | Thursday, October 22, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, October 22, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Election uncertainty a concern for CEOs, and High Court rules puberty blocker ban unlawful | Thursday, October 22, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

Westpac chief on who is showing confidence and investing... and who’s waiting? | Herald NOW Business

Westpac NZ chief executive Catherine McGrath on business confidence and investment amid global uncertainty. Video / Herald NOW Business

Foodstuffs boss on supermarket pressure and price promises | Herald NOW Business

Foodstuffs North Island chief executive Chris Quin on supermarket shake-up plans, cost-of-living pressures and the future of grocery competition in NZ. Video / Herald NOW Business

Ryan Bridge TODAY 22 October

Join Ryan Bridge TODAY with host Ryan Bridge as he brings you the day's news, interviews and panel discussions live from the NZ Herald

Armed Offenders Squad deployed to standoff with armed male in West Auckland

A 55-year-old man is in a serious condition after being shot by police during an incident in which he discharged a long-barrelled weapon towards officers. Video / Dean Purcell

'Unholy alliance': Did Davidson just invite Peters to join the Green Party?

The Green Party and NZ First find common ground, much to the horror of David Seymour

Peters on smacking and a 'low blow' from Seymour

All the candidates get a word in when Winston Peters shares his views on disciplining children

Minimum wage: To freeze or not to freeze?

The powerbrokers face off over wages, the cost of living and whether businesses can afford to pay workers more

Politicians clash over citizens' assemblies and Te Tiriti

A proposal for paid citizens' assemblies sparks a clash over whether un-elected New Zealanders should help shape Parliaments decisions. Video / NZ Herald

"Zip it, sweeties": Wong vs Seymour: A taste of coalition chaos

Talk of a possible coalition between Act and Opportunity quickly turns into a KiwiSaver squabble. Video / NZ Herald

Watch: Party leaders talk to media after Powerbrokers' Debate

Winston Peters, David Seymour, Marama Davidson and Qiulae Wong speak to media after the NZ Herald Powerbrokers' Debate. Video / NZ Herald