Lifestyle30 under 30: Meet the Kiwi TikTok stars shaping culture onlineFrom food hacks to fashion, these young Kiwi creators are taking NZ to the world.20 Oct 01:00 AM
Travel'It never gets old': Life aboard Australia’s first overnight whale charterHervey Bay is the world’s first World Whale Heritage Site.20 Oct 12:56 AM
New ZealandAuckland rail system to shut down over Labour weekendMajor work will be done ahead of the City Rail Link opening in 2026.19 Oct 11:56 PM
New ZealandEmergency Services respond to Incident in Auckland's CBDAn incident requiring both Fire and Police emergency response teams took place in Auckland's CBD. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandPolice 'pleased with behaviour' of Kiwis–Samoa fans despite arrests post-matchThe Kiwis edged Toa Samoa 24-18 before celebrations spilled into Māngere. 19 Oct 09:58 PM
New ZealandEmbattled Auckland school to close its hostels amid 'ongoing concerns about student safety'The school admits "deep, structural change is required". 19 Oct 09:40 PM
EntertainmentFat Freddy's Drop plan NZ shows, global return dedicated to Mu's legacyThe tour honours late founder Chris 'Mu' Faiumu, who died in July, aged 57.19 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWayne Brown: Auckland primed to capitalise on growth in techOPINION: Auckland aims to be South Pacific’s leading tech hub.19 Oct 07:07 PM
New ZealandKiwi man's arm ‘fully snapped’ in Japanese bear attack Billy Halloran was attacked by a bear in Japan, breaking his arm and injuring his leg.19 Oct 06:23 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFintechs cheer open banking breakthrough - but key move still hangs in the balanceA good start, but less than halfway there.19 Oct 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAaron Bhatnagar: Why Auckland's democracy is broken ... and how to start fixing itOPINION: Auckland's council elections drew just 28.8% of eligible voters to the polls.19 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBen FrancisHow Kiwis players rated in Pacific Championships win over SamoaWho impressed and who struggled in a scrappy clash between the Kiwis and Samoa.19 Oct 04:07 PM
Auckland'Basic expectations': The new Government rules coming into force today for job seekersThose who fail to meet the new obligations may face further sanctions.19 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew Rogers: NCEA overhaul must confront deeper problems in educationOPINION: The review aims to stop schools 'gaming' the system by shifting to percentages.19 Oct 04:00 PM
RacingMick On Monday: Racing's day of drama followed by big decisionsA stunning day of horse racing raises questions of what next for numerous stars.19 Oct 04:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Fantastique! concert casts a spell with devilry and dazzling musicianshipREVIEW: Pierre Bleuse shaped Berlioz' Symphonie Fantastique with electrifying clarity.19 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAlleged fake Facebook accounts and claims of dirty politics, local politician files complaintA tale of alleged defamation, intimidation and abuse in Auckland's southern suburbs.19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeachers' strike: Improving working conditions will improve learning conditions, union saysAbout 100,000 teachers and medical staff are expected to walk off the job this week.19 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I'm flabbergasted I'm still here': Acclaimed Kiwi music star opens up on heroin, near-fatal waterfall plunge'I was a silly daredevil... [fascinated] with doing stuff that was super dangerous.'19 Oct 08:19 AM
New ZealandGusts up to 130km/h forecast across NZ as two 'significant' weather systems set to hitAlmost the entire country is in for a wild week of weather, MetService warns.19 Oct 06:03 AM
CrimeJudge rebukes paedophile's supporters: 'They need to take a hard look at themselves'Razz Edwards, 74, was jailed for his predatory behaviour towards two young girls.19 Oct 03:52 AM
LeagueWatch: Game-winning try sees Kiwi Ferns complete stunning comeback over Fetu SamoaThe Kiwi Ferns overcame a 20-point deficit to beat Fetu Samoa in Auckland.19 Oct 03:22 AM
New ZealandJailed couple struggling with mortgages after toddler's death end up in legal battleThey produced a document in support of their case but it was fabricated.19 Oct 01:00 AM
TravelEmbracing the slow rhythm of a Samoan SundayIt's a steady and unhurried day, pulsing with music, food and faith.18 Oct 11:00 PM
New Zealand'There were hundreds of flies': Auckland rental left covered in urine, dog poo and rubbishThe property manager could barely enter the home due to the smell.18 Oct 11:00 PM
WorldWorld’s banking system risks a $4.5t shock from the shadowsTraders fear problems in America’s private credit market could spread to Europe.18 Oct 07:27 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFor Today again: Netherworld Dancing Toys classic revived after 40 yearsNick Sampson: "I said no for two months ... would it just sound like a bad cover?"18 Oct 07:00 PM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: NZ's 19 Michelin-level hotels, luxury giveaways, rose festivals and moreKeep up with travel this week.18 Oct 06:15 PM
New Zealand'Otherwise we are complicit': Partner of fatal dog attack victim urges public to speak upPensioner had 'very accepting nature' but complacency about mate's dogs proved fatal.18 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Te Pāti Māori has vaporised its chances of being in govtAn internal email alleged Mariameno Kapa-Kingi overspent $133,000 of funds.18 Oct 04:00 PM
TalanoaMaster tattooist warns of botched jobs as ACC claims top 500 per yearChoose carefully: Some tattoos have become so infected amputation was threatened.18 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentMusician David Ward's favourite places in AucklandEvery week we ask a well known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.18 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsPort Waikato MP Andrew Bayly on the impact of Covid lockdown on AucklandersHe says many people outside of Auckland don’t understand the impact it had on locals. Video / Mark MitchellWatch18 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Aucklanders will struggle to forget and forgive the lockdown daysOPINION: We have to ensure we learn from the decisions that were made during Covid.18 Oct 04:00 PM
