Debbie Hardy, a keen runner has gone to the UK for a special brace to help her keep running after an infection left her with arthritis in her right ankle. She's fundraising for a marathon and will give the proceeds to Arthritis NZ.
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16 years after the death of her husband, Sir Edmund Hillary’s wife Lady June has died at the age of 92. Video / Gettyimages
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Biden speaks on new Israel-Hamas cease-fire proposal
President Biden addressed the nation Friday with news of a potential deal laid out by Israel that would establish a temporary cease-fire with Hamas. Video / CBS NEWS
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Sean's story: A family's fight, loss and heartbreak
Sean Kessels died in November 2023. His death has been referred to the Coroner as a suspected suicide. His mother speaks about her long fight to get him help and his death.
Parents of Sophia Crestani address media
Bede Crestani and Elspeth McMillan, parents of Sophia Crestani, address media outside the Dunedin District Court at the end of the five day coroners inquest into her death.
The Jinx: Part Two — official trailer
Six-episode follow-up to Andrew Jarecki's Emmy-winning series The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst lays out what has happened in the intervening eight years. Video / Max
Tayla Brown
Tayla Brown's mum called 111 for her daughter who was having an asthma attack. The ambulance took too long to arrive and Tayla died.
Plane crashes on runway at Christchurch airport
A plane travelling from Auckland to Christchurch has slid off the runway and into the grass upon landing. Video / Supplied / George Heard
Focus Live: Post-Budget Breakfast
PM Christopher Luxon and multiple ministers speak to media at Post-Budget Breakfast.
The future of TAB in New Zealand: A year with Entain
A year has passed since the landmark 25-year strategic partnership between TAB New Zealand and Entain Australia began. Video / Jason Oxenham
Budget 2024: Shane Te Pou on Government's tax cuts
Shane Te Pou says tax cuts can't disguise austerity for many Kiwi families. Video / NZ Herald
Te Pāti Māori leader on Budget 2024
Co-leader Rawiri Waititi says there was nothing in the Budget for Māori. Video / Parliament TV
Budget 2024: Chlöe Swarbrick reacts to the Budget
Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick talks to Jenee Tibshraeny about Budget 2024. Video / Marty Melville
Budget 2024 Breakdown
NZ Herald's Liam Dann and Jenée Tibshraeny break down the big takeaways from Budget 2024. Video / NZ Herald
Budget 2024: Barbara Edmonds reacts to the Budget
Labour's finance spokeswoman Barbara Edmonds talks to Jenee Tibshraeny about Budget 2024. Video / Marty Melville
Budget 2024: Nicola Willis discusses her Budget
Finance Minister Nicola Willis talks to Jenee Tibshraeny about her first Budget. Video / Marty Melville
Budget 2024: David Seymour reacts to the Budget announcement
David Seymour talks to Jenee Tibshraeny about his views on this year's Budget announcement. Video / Marty Melville
Paulo Costa reflects on what he learned from UFC title fight vs Israel Adesanya
Paulo Costa speaks with the NZ Herald ahead of his UFC 302 bout against Sean Strickland this weekend.
Red carpet action from the Aotearoa Music Awards 2024
The stars were out in full force at the 2024 Aotearoa Music Awards. Video. / Ben Dickens
Te Pāti Māori supporters protest in Wellington
Thousands of people packed the streets around the country this morning, protesting todays national budget release.
Iceland volcano erupts again on Reykjanes Peninsula
A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted Wednesday for the fifth time since December, spewing red lava that once again threatened the coastal town of Grindavik. Video / AP
Thousands march in Whangārei for Budget Day national protest
Thousands marched through Whangārei as part of Budget Day national protest against some of the coalition Government’s policies relating to Māori and the environment.
Kea Kids News: Splits on skates gets kid to Nationals
This Tauranga kid is rolling, jumping, and splitting her way to the national competition stage! Reporter Mason heads to Rotorua for the qualifying competition. Will she make it?
The relief of the reluctant resident
The retirement village resident who hated it - and then loved it.
Focus: Auckland motorways clogged amid nationwide protests
There are major delays on Auckland motorways this morning as slow-moving carkois head into the city. Video / NZ Herald
Te Pati Māori protest: People gather for nationwide hīkoi
Around the country people have started to gather for a nationwide protest against the Government's policies for Māori. Video / NZ Herald
Traffic in Auckland's Central City on Wednesday evening
Cars were at a virtual standstill where the Herald walked, with traffic backing up along Victoria St, Nelson St, Fanshawe St and Halsey St. Video / NZ Herald
The Auckland recording studio breaking down barriers for young musicians
The programme aims to provide equal opportunities for creatives across Aotearoa. Video / Corey Fleming / @westallroad
Tony Caughey reflects on Smith & Caughey's closing
Chairman of Smith & Caughey’s, Tony Caughey, speaks to the Herald about the announcement of proposal of the closure of Smith & Caughey's. Video / Ben Dickens
Finance Minister Nicola Willis on her 2024 Budget
Finance Minister Nicola Willis on her 2024 Budget. Video / Mark Mitchell
Team NZ AC40 capsizes
The team reported a torn jib but no serious damage to the vessel. Video / Emirates Team NZ
Focus: Smith & Caughey’s announce closure
Stores including the historic Queen St building are set to close in 2025, with the loss of almost 250 jobs. Video / Corey Fleming / Chereè Kinnear
Focus: Kiwi shoppers warned as the most expensive month of the year looms
Long weekend deals could be the time to buy. Video / Corey Fleming
Focus Live: Police update on fatal Waikato crash
Police give update on State Highway 3 Waikato crash that claimed the lives of five people. Video / Mike Scott
Focus: Wild weather to lash parts of the country
Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong gales are set to batter parts of the country today. Video / NZHerald / Newa
Focus: University of Auckland rental strike to continue
Some students haven't been paying rent for a month, demanding a blanket reduction. Video / NZHerald
Hamilton crash, student rent strike and Trump trial | Focus Morning Bulletin May 29, 2024
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