The Vent: UFC is a business, not a sport

The Tom Phillips documentary debate and Sir Sam Neill's crack at RNZ

Herald NOW speaks to Media Insider Shayne Currie about the debate over the Tom Phillips documentary and a legendary actor's crack at RNZ.

US inflation up, NZ construction workers under heavy stress

Business with 2degrees: August lift in US CPI to 2.9%; construction industry losing more than one a worker a week to suicide.

Everything you need to know about this weekend's weather

Metservice Head of Weather News Heather Keats on what to expect from this weekend's weather. Video / Herald NOW

Building up to the second All Blacks v South Africa match & Warriors chances of winning again

Former All Black Jeff Wilson and former Warrior Willie Poching talk about Saturday night's big sporting matches.

Former Silver Ferns coach Yvonne Willering discusses the shock decision to drop Dame Noelene Taurua

Netball New Zealand's surprise decision to ditch Dame Noelene Taurua as coach: Former Silver Ferns coach weighs in Video / Herald NOW

Tom Phillips case: What is an injunction? And what penalties could any accomplices face?

A gagging order remains in place keeping key details about the Tom Phillips case secret. Herald NOW speaks to a legal expert about injunction hearings.

Ryan Bridge marks the end of a grim news week - with something more cheerful

At the end of a grim news week, Ryan Bridge gives us cute pictures of lambs.

Herald NOW's political panel discuss a new plan to attract teachers and political controversies

Herald NOW's political panel discuss a new plan to attract teachers and political controversies Video / Herald NOW

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Tom Phillips injunction, FBI hunt for Kirk's killer

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Tom Phillips injunction, FBI hunt for Kirk's killer. Erica Stanford delivers an education update as the airport gears up for summer. Video / NZH

Inside the cordon: Exclusive video shows scale of Tom Phillips' hidden stockpile

Herald footage shows seized items from campsites as police probe Phillips’ accomplices. Video / Michael Morrah / Mike Scott

Christ Church Cathedral: Inside the long, costly fight to restore a city’s heart

We speak with former National MP Nicky Wagner about what it was like early on, behind the curtain when those hard decisions were being made.

Bad Bunny left US off worldwide tour due to fear of ICE raids at concerns

Rapper and singer-songwriter Bad Bunny, who was born in Puerto Rico, deliberately avoided booking shows in the US for his upcoming worldwide tour.

Suitcase murder trial: Hakyung Lee’s mother gives testimony in High Court

Hakyung Lee’s mother gives testimony in court at her daughters double-murder trial. Video / NZ Herald

Tom Phillips case: gagging order remains in place after urgent injunction hearing at High Court

Key details of Tom Phillips case remain secret after judge ruled order preventing publication should stay in place. Video / NZ Herald

Investigation underway after shooting of far-right activist Charlie Kirk

Investigators are still looking for a suspect in the deadly shooting Wednesday of conservative figure and far-right activist Charlie Kirk. Video / VE

Speeding car winds between lanes before knocking wing mirror off vehicle

A driver in Christchurch can be seen driving in between lanes, knocking the wing mirror off one car and narrowly missing several others. Video / Supplied

Watch: The big selection talking points for the All Blacks rematch with the Springboks

Gregor Paul and Elliott Smith discuss today's team announcement ahead of the second rugby test against South Africa in Wellington. Video / Mark Mitchell

New Zealand agency Special Group's quirky Uber Eats ad lands Emmy Award

The ad follows Succession actor Brian Cox as he heads to university as a freshman aged 78. Video / UberEats

All Blacks coach and players speak to media following team announcement

All Blacks Coach Scott Robertson and players speak to media ahead of their game this weekend. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Charlie Kirk suspect apprehended, questions remain in Marokopa

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Charlie Kirk suspect apprehended, questions remain in Marokopa. Secondary schools overhaul on horizon. Video / NZ Herald

Erica Stanford reveals new secondary school subjects

The Government has unveiled new secondary school subjects on offer as part of a refresh of the national curriculum. Video / Alyse Wright

NZ Herald Live: All Blacks team announcement

All Blacks announce their team for Saturday's match against the Springboks. Video / NZ Herald

Road to decarbonisation is a long journey before

From EV hurdles to smarter mobility, experts map the road ahead.

Auckland Home Show: Ryan Bridge talks landscaping with David Rhodes

Auckland Home Show: Ryan Bridge talks to Parrot Landscaping Managing Director David Rhodes. Video / Herald NOW

Senior Journalist Simon Wilson and Sherson Willis Director Trish Sherson on the Herald NOW panel

Senior Journalist Simon Wilson and Sherson Willis Director Trish Sherson join Ryan Bridge on the Herald NOW panel.

Asbestos fire door scare: Massey University’s new vet school site contaminated

Massey University staff may have been exposed to asbestos in the air after contaminated doors in a new vet school building were drilled into, Melissa Nightingale reports.

Cam McMillan and Chris Reive talk sport with Ryan Bridge

Sports panel Cam McMillan and Chris Reive talk All Blacks team naming, Warriors v Panthers, Black Ferns v South Africa and Netball NZ standing down Dame Noeline Taurua.

Energy Minister heads to last gentailers meeting of the quarter

Energy and Climate Change Minister Simon Watts joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Gen Z saving more — but anxious about money decisions

18–25 year olds are engaged and saving, but most lack financial confidence. The FSC's Kirk Hope on what this means for the future.

Jetstar’s “biggest expansion ever” lands in New Zealand

Brent Thomas from House of Travel on what new flights mean for Kiwi travellers — and why competition could bring cheaper fares.

Risky Business: why are we paying so much more for home insurance? Business with 2degrees

Business with 2degrees: Surging home insurance costs, the risks of capping rates and the buyer investing in the Hurricanes.

Secondary teachers set to decide on latest pay offer

Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss he latest offer to secondary teachers.

80,000 French police deployed to quell protests, 19 Russian drones intercepted over Poland

European Affairs expert Professor Anthony Glees joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot at event at event in Utah.

What did our reporter find on a visit to Marokopa?

NZ Herald Reporter Cherie Howie joined Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss her trip to Marokopa and what she found from locals when there.

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot at event at event in Utah

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot at event at event in Utah.

Dame Julie Christie provides a statement on the Tom Phillips documentary

Dame Julie Christie has provided a statement to Ryan Bridge on the documentary being made on Tom Phillips.

Herald NOW Weather: September 11th, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 11th, 2025.

Tom Phillips’ son held rifle as armed police negotiators approached bush hideout

Ryan Bridge is joined by Lance Burdett, former Police lead crisis negotiator.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Injunction gags media on Tom Phillips case and Womad cancelled

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Injunction gags media on some details of the Tom Phillips case and hospitality leaders react to the cancellation of Taranaki's Womad festival.