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Craig Piggott on raising US$100m
Craig Piggott gives advice to entrepreneurs on raising US$100m from Silicon Valley venture capital firms that have backed Airbnb, Meta & Stripe. Video / NZ Herald
A very cautionary kitchen tale
Auckland chef Phil Clark nearly lost his thumb after a minor cut led to a life-threatening case of blood poisoning. Video \ Jason Dorday
MPs pay tribute, and housing likely to give some a ‘golden opportunity’ | NZ Herald Afternoon Update
MPs pay tribute to Moana Natasha Kemp, and housing is likely to give some people a ‘golden opportunity’.
Orca dies in shallows at Christchurch beach
An orca has died in the shallows of Waimairi Beach, Christchurch this afternoon. DoC staff, local iwi and members of Project Jonah are at the scene. Video / DoC
Smokefreerockquest's Tīmaru Regional Final
Behind the scenes at Smokefreerockquest's Tīmaru Regional Final. Video / Supplied
Showquest's Bay of Plenty Regional Finals
Behind the scenes at Showquest's Bay of Plenty Regional Finals. Video / Supplied
Smokefreerockquest's Canterbury regional final
Behind the scenes at Smokefreerockquest's Canterbury regional final. Video / Supplied
Smokefreerockquest's North Shore regional final
Behind the scenes at Smokefreerockquest's North Shore regional final. Video / Supplied
Showquest's Rotorua Regional Finals
Behind the scenes at Showquest's Rotorua Regional Finals. Video / Supplied
Queensland tourism, it's not all about beaches.
Craig Davidson, CEO of Tourism and Events Queensland talks highlights with journalist Varsha Anjali. Video \ Jason Dorday
Cars' bonnets obliterated after crash on South Auckland highway
A two-car crash has closed Karaka Rd, State Highway 22, and one person has been critically injured.
Watch: Dramatic conclusion to police pursuit across Auckland
The police chase ended with the driver being surrounded by police and pulled from his blue Subaru, January 28, 2025.
MPs pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp
MPs meet in the House today to pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp who died, aged 50, early this morning.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: June 26-28
MetService Severe Weather Warning: June 26-28. Video / MetService
Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp dies aged 50
The Tāmaki Makaurau electorate MP and former Manurewa Marae chief executive died following kidney disease. Video / NZ Herald
NZ Herald Live: MPs pay tribute to Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp
MPs pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp
Labour MPs pay tribute to Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp who has died
Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp has died following kidney disease.
NZ Herald Live: Peeni Henare and Willie Jackson speak to media following passing of Takutai Kemp
Peeni Henare and Willie Jackson speak to media following passing of Takutai Kemp
Auckland Museum’s Māori, Pacific galleries closed indefinitely due to asbestos
Auckland War Memorial Museum’s two most popular attractions, Te Marae Atea Māori Court and the Pacific galleries, have been closed indefinitely due to the detection of asbestos.
"People not upset are the farmers" - OnlyFans cow milk creators on animal rights complaints
OnlyFans cow milk video creators Layla Kelly and Britt talk to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge following animal abuse criticism of their content
Debate about the All Blacks selection continues and Moana Pasifika's future
NZME Head of Sports Winston Aldworth and NZ Herald reporter Ben Plummer join Herald NOW to talk All Blacks and Moana Pasifika's future.
An update on Hawkes Bay news: A hoarder housefire and a fallen logging machine
Hawkes Bay Today Editor Chris Hyde gives an update on a massive hoarder house fire and why a logging machine was lobbed off a cliff in Hastings.
"An old bald guy selling tourism" - are Luxon's tourism videos working?
Marketing expert Mike Hutcheson joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss the Prime Minister's sales tactics for New Zealand during his visit to China
The Public Trust is chasing SolarZero for nearly a billion dollars
Business with 2degrees with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray
Auckland City Football Club draw with famous Boca Juniors side
General Manager Gordon Watson joins Herald NOW to reflect on Auckland City Football Club's draw with the famous Boca Juniors side.
Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp has died
Community Leader Dave Letele pays tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp who has died following kidney disease
"Complex funding vortex" - Chris Bishop comments as Moana Pasifika's future in doubt
NZ Herald exclusive report - Moana Pasifika’s future in doubt amid financial struggles despite success on the pitch
AI is set to revolutionise how kiwis deal with Power
Newstalk ZB's Business Reporter Michael Sergel talks to Herald NOW about changes to how New Zealanders deal with switches, companies and prices.
Doctors "outraged" about funding for new virtual service
GenPro Chair Dr Angus Chambers tells Ryan Bridge GPs are concerned about the impact of a new digital health service.
Chris Bishop on infrastructure and 15 storey buildings
Infrastructure and Sports Minister Chris Bishop talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about NZ's infrastructure plan and 15 storey buildings
NATO leaders pledge 5% defence spend
Ryan chats to Head of AFP News Netherlands Bureau, Richard Carter about the NATO Summit live from The Hague.
Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 26 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 26 2025
Mount Maunganui's big summer of cricket
Bay Oval will host seven internationals this summer season. Video / Tauranga City Council
Media Insider: The rise of Heather du Plessis-Allan
The broadcaster of the year discusses the art of political interviews and politicians' evasive answers.
Kea Kids News: Are Italian brain rot memes really rotting kids’ brains?
Bombardiro Crocodilo! What is brain rot, and how are kids using AI to be smarter? Reporter Mason investigates the good, the bad, and the confusingly hilarious.
Vehicle vandalism damages fields at Grammar TEC Rugby Club
The Grammar TEC Rugby Club's fields at Orakei Domain were damaged by a vehicle. The incident occurred over the weekend, leaving the grounds torn up. Video / Dean Purcell
Acting PM David Seymour on Whānau Ora
Whanau Ora releases 30-minute advert encouraging people to switch to the Māori roll. Video / Mark Mitchell
David Seymour on Iran-Israel ceasefire and Judith Collins on teacher pay | NZ Herald News Update
Acting Prime Minister speaks on Iran-Israel ceasefire and Judith Collins' claims about primary teacher pay. Video / NZ Herald, AFP