Cairns' verdict

Helicopter rescues three people caught by tide at Whiritoa Beach

One person suffered a suspected broken leg; a photographer was also rescued after being washed into the surf. Video / Westpac Rescue

All you need to know about Costco's new Drury store

Property Editor Anne Gibson speaks to Herald NOW about Costco's booming New Zealand expansion.

Jacob Duffy bowling blitz sees Black Caps rout West Indies

The seamer added another four wickets to his series haul.

How the top cop’s speeding slip caps a rough week for police

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers admitted to speeding and called it the "dumbest thing" he's done. Video /RNZ

House Democrats release Epstein papers saying Trump 'knew about the girls'

Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein said Donald Trump knew about the girls that Epstein was accused of victimizing, according to emails released on Wednesday.

MetService weather: November 13-14, 2025

MetService weather: November 13-14, 2025.

NZ Herald Afternoon Update | Push for more checks on public servants and Seymour blames strikes

NZ Herald Afternoon Update | Push for more checks on public servants, Seymour blames strikes for poor attendance, and website and app design could be driving overspending

Sports panel: Is this the All Blacks' biggest test of 2025?

Cam McMillan and Nathan Limm join Herald NOW to break down the issues of the week.

Infratil trims FY26 guidance in half-year; 2 Cheap Cars on clean costs

Infratil exits stake in mobile tower operator Fortysouth, 2 Cheap Cars bemoans Clean Car Standard cost and impact.

Wild winds bring trees down in Bay of Plenty

This tree was blown down on Kowhai St in Rotorua overnight.

Mainfreight expects better second half, Bremworth drops all-wool strat, $100m Henderson development

BusinessDesk's Garth Bray speaks with Herald NOW about the latest in Business news

What’s driving the boom in minor dwellings?

G.J Gardner's Matt Lelean speaks to Herald NOW about new regulations that make it simpler to add a granny flat to your property.

Lotto rolls over to $55 million

Corporate comms head Will Hine explains what happens when Lotto fever grips the country. Video / Herald NOW

Back in the boat: Emma Twigg’s Olympic comeback

Olympic champion Emma Twigg on training, balance, and chasing another title on the world stage. Video / Herald NOW

How the system failed her: A survivor advocate speaks out following McSkimming scandal

Survivor advocate Claire Buckley on how one woman’s case exposes systemic failings in the police response to sexual misconduct. Video / Herald NOW

Has New Zealand lost it's top transparency ranking? Transparency Chief on McSkimming fallout

Julie Haggie says integrity systems are failing - and questions whether New Zealand still deserves its reputation. Video / Herald NOW

'Devious liar': Sir Brian Roche on the McSkimming scandal

Sir Brian Roche responds to the IPCA findings and outlines the next steps for restoring confidence in police leadership. Video / Herald NOW

McSkimming scandal: Inside the Police cover up that almost stayed secret

Herald investigative reporter Jared Savage on the extraordinary fight to publish the McSkimming story - and the systems that tried to bury it.

Herald NOW Weather: November 13, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: November 13, 2025

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Breakers beat Bullets

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Breakers beat the Bullets 113-84 and Felix Auger-Aliassime earns his first victory at ATP finals.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Police still prosecuting woman and Trump in new Epstein documents

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Young woman who accused McSkimming still faces prosecution and Trump appears in newly released Epstein documents

Yodelling star bucks grown ups off the stage

Reporter MJ heads backstage to learn the secret of yodelling from a rising Kiwi country star! But can she hit the high notes and beat the adults at the country music competition?

The Elephant | Kiwis rethink US travel as Trump policies spark border anxiety

New Zealanders are thinking twice about travelling to the United States, as concerns escalate that political views and online activity could mean trouble at the border.

McSkimming scandal: How there is hope for survivors in those who spoke up

Campaigner Louise Nicholas and HELP Auckland executive director Kathryn McPhillips share how speaking up can create hope and change in the wake of the Jevon McSkimming scandal.

What went wrong with New Zealand’s smoke-free dream?

Hāpai te Hauora chief operating officer Jason Alexander is with us to discuss how we might be able to reach our goal of being smoke free.

Video shows Turkish military plane crashing in Georgia near Azerbaijan border

A Turkish Air Force C-130 cargo plane carrying 20 people crashed in Georgia near the Azerbaijani border. Video / Video Elephant

MPs back cross-party action after IPCA exposes police investigation failures

Police Minister pledges new oversight after Jevon McSkimming findings. Video / Parliament TV

Jared Savage on the fall of Jevon McSkimming

Chelsea Daniels talks to investigative reporter Jared Savage, who shares his experience covering the McSkimming scandal and the report he says is unlike anything he’s seen before.

Watch - Police Minister explains why he didn't see McSkimming emails

He says usual protocols were circumvented. Video / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Live: Question time

NZ Herald Live: Question time

MetService Severe Weather Update: Monday 12 November

MetService Severe Weather Update: Monday 12 November

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Police bosses ignored sex complaints and man denies double murder

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Report says police bosses ignored complaints and prosecuted a woman who came forward with allegations against Jevon McSkimming.

Timeline: Who knew what in the Jevon McSkimming police scandal

How the McSkimming allegations unfolded inside police leadership.

How can AI work for NZ’s small businesses?

Silicon Valley exec Clara Shih on how NZs SMEs may be the right size to get the most from AI applications.

IKEA’s secret menu - and Sydney Sweeney’s Box office bomb

Herald Entertainment’s Jenni Mortimer reveals hidden IKEA snacks and Sydney Sweeney's box office fail. Video / Herald NOW

Cyber security veteran on AI and working in the White House

The former White House CIO explains what Kiwi businesses need to do now to stay safe online.

One Young Mind: B416's new podcast unpacks growing up online

2degrees' Emma-Kate Greer speaks to Herald NOW on introducing teens to techonology.

Rawdon Christie and Dileepa Fonseka on the Herald NOW panel

Rawdon Christie and Dileepa Fonseka join Ryan Bridge on the Herald NOW panel. Video / Herald NOW

Creatine craze sweeps NZ gyms - but is it safe?

AUT’s Professor Grant Schofield separates fact from hype in the nation’s latest supplement obsession. Video / Herald NOW

First-home buyers capture record share of NZ housing market

Cotality’s Kelvin Davidson explains why cheaper mortgages and easing LVRs are giving new buyers an edge.