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Peter Burling confident as Black Foils eye SailGP return in Auckland

Black Foils driver and co-CEO Peter Burling gives an update on the damage to their F50 ahead of the regatta in Auckland. Video / NZ Herald

Why our unemployment rate is still 'pretty lousy'

NZHerald Business Editor at Large, Liam Dann joins The Front Page to break down the latest figures relating to unemployment.

Russia-Ukraine war resumes as Trump advocates for peace; ending his own government shutdown

The Russia-Ukraine war resumes as Trump advocates for peace; ending his own government shutdown. Calls for Trump to step into Iran and take action also begin to be heard.

Police give update on Hamilton Police shooting

A 40-year-old gang member allegedly aimed a firearm at police during an armed standoff in a Hamilton carpark. Video / Malisha Kumar

Labour leader Chris Hipkins talks to the media from Waitangi

Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to media from Waitangi today. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Live: Kīngitanga pōwhiri

Kīngitanga pōwhiri at Te Whare Rūnanga, Waitangi Treaty Grounds

The Warehouse Group to cut 270 jobs as roles move offshore

Herald business journalist Tom Raynel shares more on The Warehouse Group's decision. Video / NZ Herald

Luxon to meet iwi chairs at Treaty Grounds

Waitangi 2026: Luxon to meet iwi chairs at Treaty Grounds, as Ngāi Tahu returns for first time in years. Video / NZ Herald

Members of the judiciary, diplomatic corps and local government attend pōwhiri

Members of the judiciary, diplomatic corps and local government attend a pōwhiri at the Upper Treaty Grounds during the Waitangi 2026 commemorations. Video / Jason Dorday

Wellington officials give update on sewage spill

Wellington Water CEO, Pat Dougherty and Wellington Mayor, Andrew Little give an update on the sewage spill.

Christchurch road to Sumner closed after reports of rockfall from hillside

The Main Rd to Sumner in Christchurch has been closed after a reported rockfall from the Clifton hillside. Video / Lesley Murdoch

Christopher Luxon speaks to media from Waitangi

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited the Waitangi grounds today, where he faced the Iwi Chairs Forum in a private meeting to discuss his Government’s past year in power.

Police cordon central Hamilton streets as incident unfolds

Hamilton police incident: Central streets blocked by cordons as incident unfolds. Video / NZ Herald

Conservation dog Scout sniffing out last of Otago Peninsula problem possums

The Otago Peninsula has almost completely eradicated possums, with the help of Scout. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Dengue fever warning for Pacific travellers

Over 500 cases have been reported in the Cook Islands since May last year. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Entertainment: Who is Bad Bunny and; what was Chappel Roan wearing at the Grammy's?

Chief entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer explains the latest in entertainment news. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Bishop: 'licences are a critical enabler of work'

Minister of Transport says driver licensing changes are about making it easier for New Zealanders to get a driver's licence. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Single-sex vs co-ed schooling: what's best for student success?

Two Auckland principals debate single-sex vs co-ed schooling and what model benefits students best. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Rawdon Christie and Alexia Hilbertidou on new driver licensing rules, weight loss drugs

Real estate agent Rawdon Christie and social entrepreneur Alexia Hilbertidou join Ryan Bridge on the Ryan Bridge TODAY panel.

Nasa delays launch of moon mission after problems found during rehearsal

Nasa delays launch of Artemis 2 after problems were discovered during yesterday rehearsal. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Seymour confirms critical minerals mining has been discussed at cabinet

Marama Davidson and David Seymour debate critical minerals; school uniforms; and a wealth tax. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Government hits pause on $464m insurance levy rise, gold frenzy grips retail investors, SpaceX deal

Business with Forsyth Barr: Insurance affordability ‘deep dive’ pushes cost increase out of election year; surge of trading in Santana; is Musk’s SpaceX-xAI megamerger worth $2t?

Pharmac moves toward funding weight loss drug Wegovy: Diabetes expert weighs in

Diabetes Foundation board chair Dr John Baker on the benefits of Wegovy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Sport Headlines | Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Sport Headlines | Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

The AA welcomes driver licensing changes

The AA says changes to driver licensing rules will help young people develop safer driving habits. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, February 4, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Will unemployment rates change? Fears regarding changes to licensing system and major data breach at Mange My Health. Video / NZH

MetService Morning Weather Update: February 4 2026

MetService Morning Weather Update: February 4 2026. Video / MetService

Fin Melville Ives talks mindset ahead of the Winter Olympics

Reigning freeski halfpipe world champion Fin Melville Ives will compete in his first Winter Olympics this month. Video / NZ Herald

Digger din: Fletcher Living night time construction keeps residents awake

An Auckland man says he couldn't sleep for nights on end with a construction digger ripping up the footpath late at night. Video / Supplied

New Zealand and Germany build closer ties

Winston Peters meets German counterpart at exclusive lodge in Bay of Islands. Video / NZ Herald

Brian Roche's plan to fast-track adoption of AI in the public service

Public Service Commissioner Brian Roche has directed chief executives review arrangements in the wake of the data breach at Manage my Health. Video / Mark Mitchell

Labour MP Peeni Henare speaks to media following announcement he will leave Parliament

Labour MP Peeni Henare in one-on-one interview at Waitangi after announcing he will leave Parliament after not seeking re-election. Video / NZ Herald

How new licence rules could reshape young Kiwis' driving culture

AA road safety manager Dylan Thomsen joins The Front Page to dive into the details of this new system.

Chris Hipkins speaks to media over Peeni Henare leaving politics

Hipkins speaks to media from Waitangi after Senior Labour MP Peeni Henare confirmed he's leaving politics in the next few weeks. Video / Alyse Wright

Plane's front wheel collapses during landing

Plane's front wheel collapses during landing at Hawke's Bay Airport. Video / Supplied

Chris Hipkins faces questions on Peeni Henare's decision not to stand for Auckland Māori seat

The Labour leader refused to say whether he had confidence in the senior MP. Video / NZ Herald

Meta executive's message to Kiwi law makers

Meta Global Head of Safety Antigone Davis talks about Australia's under-16 ban - and the alternative legislative approach her company would like New Zealand law makers to take.

MetService Severe Weather Update: Monday, February 3rd

MetService Severe Weather Update: Monday, February 3rd. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Live: Labour and Greens speak to media

Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to the media with the Greens co- leaders

Quickfire questions with Six60 frontman Matiu Walters

Six60 frontman Matiu Walters answers our quickfire questions at SkyCity International Convention Centre. Video / Cameron Pitney