PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSand dune tragedy: Woman heard voice of lost partner during labour with his sonJasmine Cooke describes her baby boy, born after tragedy, as 'heaven sent'.07 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Especially muggy': Incoming 'surge of humidity' as tropics start firing upKiwis are being told to prepare for 'especially muggy' conditions in the week ahead.07 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelNZ’s favourite beach revealed – as voted for by youFind out who came top in five categories, plus our overall winner.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom Greytown to glory: The life and legend of All Black Grant BattyFamily, friends and ex-teammates will honour him at a celebration of life on Friday.07 Feb 04:00 PM
AucklandBoy faces lifelong dental damage after hydroslide smash, days after closure over lost fingerThe Auckland aquatic centre says it's improving the signs around the slide. 07 Feb 04:00 PM
Auckland FCAuckland FC get back to winning ways and go top againGoalkeeper Michael Woud responded to being dropped by keeping a crucial clean sheet.07 Feb 06:32 AM
New ZealandTiny house or shed: Tribunal draws line on what counts as a homeThe prefab didn't have a working toilet, kitchen or running water.07 Feb 05:00 AM
Auckland‘Unity and pride’: Sport team hits back after ‘Mtn Jew’ jersey triggers emergency meeting A jersey featuring Jewish symbols triggered a complaint and an emergency board meeting.07 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandLaneway food truck urges diners to come forward after reports of severe stomach illnessThe Auckland Tex-Mex vendor says food safety is its 'number one priority'.07 Feb 03:11 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'Deeply dark and murderous': The world's bloodiest ballet premieres in NZChoreographer Alice Topp takes on Macbeth, Shakespeare's twisted psychological thriller.07 Feb 03:00 AM
AucklandCar fire temporarily blocks northbound traffic on Auckland motorwayOne northbound lane stayed open as emergency services managed the scene.07 Feb 02:00 AM
Lifestyle'It only takes two minutes': Mum's TikTok breast check finds aggressive cancerCoraline discovered the disease after a social media-inspired self-check.07 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAucklandHillary portrait among treasures undergoing asbestos clean at Auckland MuseumThe painstaking asbestos removal and clean-up operation will cost the museum up to $12m.07 Feb 01:00 AM
Entertainment'This is insane': Traffic jam leaves festivalgoers stranded for hours in heatOrganisers blamed the delays on Waitangi Day traffic and visitors to nearby Te Ārai Links.06 Feb 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle‘We’re calling this a relapse?’: Kiwi comedian on falling off the wagon after five years soberEveryone makes mistakes. Rhys Mathewson turned his into a razor-sharp comedy act.06 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandExplosion that seriously injured forklift driver was 'avoidable'The worker suffered serious burns and spent nine weeks in hospital.06 Feb 10:55 PM
New ZealandWoman seeking rest at retreat instead suffered 'calculated campaign' of intimidationChea Joss Cameron's time at Kawai Purapura retreat ended with criminal and tenancy cases.06 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026. Peter Mandelson is being investigated for his ties with Epstein. A high-ranking Russian general has been shot in Moscow.Watch06 Feb 06:52 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentHe took drama classes because his mates were. Now this Kiwi actor is starring in a hit Disney seriesAlbert Latailakepa has found international fame on Disney’s The Artful Dodger.06 Feb 05:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Museum asbestos removal projectThe complex job of fully removing asbestos at Auckland Museum alongside a wider upgrade will take until 2029.Watch06 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFrom Mainland to milk powder: Inside Fonterra's high-protein pushFonterra plans to match its 2025 earnings by 2028 without its consumer brands.06 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandStaffing row over Auckland's facility for criminals needing psychiatric carePSA fears the new 60-bed facility at Point Chevalier will be understaffed.06 Feb 04:00 PM
LifestyleWaitangi weekend in Auckland: From kites, bikes to theatreGo forth and enjoy Tāmaki Makaurau and all it has to offer.06 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldCanadian backpacker's parents join farewell ceremony on Aussie island where she diedPiper James' body was found surrounded by dingoes on K’gari, formerly Fraser Island.06 Feb 06:52 AM
New ZealandFire and Emergency NZ warns of public risk as 18 calls received during strikeThe service received 18 emergency calls while Friday's strike was underway.06 Feb 04:52 AM
AucklandBoil water notice lifted for Auckland island as possible cause of E. coli scare revealedWatercare says the positive E. coli sample likely arose during collection.06 Feb 04:03 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Washed out and dull': Why Sky’s 4K sport is falling shortSky TV says HDR would have added technical complexity – but could still be on the way.06 Feb 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia RobinsonThe quiet revolution coming to your child’s school report cardOPINION: Parents will see five clear descriptors showing progress in core subjects.06 Feb 01:16 AM
CrimeInside the quiet war at Christchurch’s border: How Customs fights rising drug threatsChristchurch Customs officers talk about their working environment.06 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandHow a 'clean' $32,000 second-hand car hid dangerous damage missed by checks and reportsWorried mum is glad the defects were caught before teenage son drove the car.05 Feb 10:00 PM
EntertainmentChappell Roan says coming to NZ has shown how ‘scared’ she is in USThe Grammy winner described New Zealand's embrace of the queer community as 'awesome'.05 Feb 09:43 PM
EntertainmentChappell Roan tells Laneway crowd she feels safer in New Zealand than USThe Pink Pony Club singer told fans it was 'awesome' to see New Zealand embrace queer visibility. Video / @toddfishernzWatch05 Feb 09:32 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhich NZ cooking oils are healthiest – and the one you shouldn't be using every dayFrom olive to coconut, here’s how to choose the right oil for health, heat and budget.05 Feb 09:00 PM
WarriorsThe expectations facing Warriors in quest for a Harold Matthews Cup three-peatFormer Warriors prop Albert Vete will coach the side as they chase a third straight title.05 Feb 09:00 PM
