Samoa defeat Russia in match marred by yellow cards

Sport Headlines | Thursday, January 29, 2026

Sport Headlines | Thursday, January 29, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday, January 29, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Thursday, January 29, 2026. Trump looks to de-escalate Minneapolis as Rubio defends Maduro operation.

MetService Daily Weather: January 29 2026

MetService Daily Weather: January 29 2026. Video / MetService

Auckland Airport celebrates 60th anniversary

Auckland Airport is celebrating it's 60th anniversary while embarking on some big projects - and a smaller but complex one. Video / Auckland Airport

Watch: Sir John Key on former National leader Judith Colins leaving politics

Garth Bray talks to Sir John Key regarding former National leader Judith Colins leaving politics. Video / NZ Herald

From scandal to survival: The political life and legacy of Judith Collins

Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper is with us to unpack a career defined by survival, scandal, comebacks, and crushing presence in New Zealand politics.

Christopher Luxon says Winston Peters incorrect on India FTA claims

NZ First isn't supporting the deal. Video / Mark Mitchell

150 people from 30 properties evacuated as new slip forms above marae

Tauranga City Council has evacuated residents in an area including Mangatawa Marae. Video / Hayden Woodward

New slip above Mangatawa Marae prompts evacuations

Pāpāmoa residents evacuated as new slip forms above Mangatawa Marae. Video / NZ Herald

Pāpāmoa residents evacuated as new slip forms

Evacuations are underway near Baypark in Tauranga as a fresh slip near a resevoir watermain pipe threatens homes and lives. Video / NZ Herald

Watch: Judith Collins reveals career highs and lows as she announces retirement from politics

Collins, a former National Party leader, is leaving Parliament to become the Law Commission President. Video / Mark Mitchell

Helicopter crashes in Paekākāriki Hill area near Wellington

Emergency services are searching for a chopper after receiving an automated crash alert. Video / Ethan Manera

NZ Herald Live: Judith Collins speaks to media

Judith Collins speaks to the media

Nicola Willis sets Budget 2026 date

Finance Minister Nicola Willis' statement to the Finance and Expenditure Committee on the Budget 2026 date. Video / Mark Mitchell

Entertainment News: Latest in Beckham saga, and Emilia Clarke spotted in Wellington chippie

Jenni Mortimer joins Ryan Bridge Today for a wrap of the latest news in entertainment. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Filmmakers behind Auckland-made star-studded movie join Ryan Bridge Today

The Wrecking Crew, starring Jason Momoa and Temuera Morrison, was shot over two months in Auckland.

Mt Maunganui landslide recovery: cordon likely to be lifted today

BoP reporter Rosalie Liddle Crawford reports live from Mt Maunganui. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Congestion charges, will they work? Dave Letele and Maria slade discuss

The daily panel on Ryan Bridge Today with Dave Letele and Maria Slade.

ICE in the US: Tension heats up as the country faces a blast of deadly cold weather

Political commentator, Dannielle McLaughlin reveals the latest from a very cold New York. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Political Panel: 'We won't rule anything out,' Swarbrick on The Green Party's alliances

Swarbrick and Seymour debate the latest polls, climate change and their election priorities. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Sport Headlines | Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Sport Headlines | Elina Svitolina overpowers Coco Gauff in semi-final and Mark Robinson's new role | Wednesday, January 28, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Morning Headlines | Council wants answers about Mt Maunganui landslide and Air NZ international cabin crew vote to strike | Wednesday, January 28, 2026

East Coast clean up begins after floods, slips hit region

Gisborne mayor Rehette Stoltz says the council will support landowners frequently caught up in region's extreme weather events.

MetService Daily Weather: January 28 2026

MetService Daily Weather: January 28 2026. Video / MetService

South Island news wrap: Homicide investigation launched following death at rural property

A homicide investigation has been launched south of Christchurch, Claire Sherwood reports.

India-EU FTA puts acid on NZ deal, US shortage drives beef exports, US VCs arrive Far Out road trip

Business with Forsyth Barr:  Stakes rise to ratify NZ-India free-trade deal, beef carcass prices up 35%, US venture capitalists and Kiwi founders hit the road together for a week.

Helena Bay slip could take months to clear

Whangarei District Mayor Ken Couper says it may take 20,000 truckloads to clear debris.

The hunt for the next All Blacks coach continues

The job description is out and it’s pretty narrow. Who might make the cut?

"Polls are misleading New Zealanders" Winston Peters on new poll that puts his party third place

NZ First Leader was hesitant to celebrate his party's latest polling results.

Mount Maunganui landslide: Current risks, future inquiries and the ongoing heartache

University of Canterbury senior lecturer in disaster risk and resilience, Dr Tom Robinson talks to The Front Page about the danger of landslides after severe weather events.

Mahé Drysdale speaks to media

Mayor of Tauranga, Mahé Drysdale speaks to the media.

Christopher Luxon refuses to answer questions on poll results

He said he was focused on the weather events. Video / Mark Mitchell

Chiefs and Drua gather at Mount Maunganui Beach to pay their respects

Chiefs and Fijian Drua Super Rugby Pacific teams have gathered at Mount Maunganui to pay their respects to landslide victims.

Liam Lawson on the new F1 cars

Kiwi driver Liam Lawson has been putting his new racing Bulls car through its paces at the pre-season Barcelona Shakedown. Video / Formula One

Eli Matthewson on his move to London

The Kiwi comedian and writer talks to Varsha Anjali about his new life in the UK. Video / NZ Herald

Sophie Ellis-Bextor ‘desperate to get back’ to New Zealand ahead of February tour

The English musician is in New Zealand next week, holding shows in Hamilton and Christchurch. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Watch: PM responds to Trump's comments on troops in Afghanistan

Christopher Luxon said he finds the comments incredibly disrespectful and wrong. Video / Mark Mitchell

Couple's three year battle with council after Auckland Anniversary floods

Brendon and Steph Deacon continue to battle Auckland Council over their Huapai home, three years on from the Auckland Anniversary floods. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Live: Question time

Question time

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Christopher Luxon and Mark Mitchell hold a post-Cabinet press conference