New Zealand'The van flipped': Man arrested after crash involving stolen car closed Northern MotorwayThe motorway was closed for hours.13 Oct 06:27 AM
CrimeGun crime rising in Auckland; majority of offences involve illegally owned firearmsOver 97% of gun-related offences involve illegally owned firearms.12 Oct 11:40 PM
Crime'Life of nightmares': Crip jailed after terrifying bar robbery, prison escape and inmate stabbingAn employee of the bar had a pistol held to her head as she opened the cash-filled safe.12 Oct 11:00 PM
EnvironmentHauraki Gulf plan: More protection, but Govt allows fishingHauraki Gulf Forum warns new bill threatens decades of protection efforts.12 Oct 10:23 PM
New ZealandUte smashes through wall of home, driver taken to hospitalThe ute can be seen half inside the home after punching through its wall.12 Oct 09:01 PM
CrimeTeenager and woman seriously hurt in Ōtara incident overnightPolice are investigating after two people were taken to the hospital with serious and critical injuries following an incident on Wymondley Rd, Ōtara. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Oct 08:54 PM
New ZealandTeenager, woman taken to hospital with serious injuries after overnight Auckland incidentInvestigating police were examining a driveway at the scene following the incident.12 Oct 08:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: The $350 Entrust sugar hit and the energy future Auckland needsOPINION: Entrust’s promotion of its dividend, a temporary sugar hit, masks real issues.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand$1.2m per apartment: New Kāinga Ora build part of billion dollar scandal, developer saysOckham Residential developer says cost of public housing builds is national embarrassment.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMy brother's kidney allowed me a full lifeFe’ofa’aki Helotu "Lotu" Kofe, 58, was just 19 when she was told her kidneys were failing. One of her brothers would prove to be a perfect donor match. Video / Alex BurtonWatch12 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentSecret Auckland: A poet's tour of Tāmaki MakaurauEvery week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.12 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeEight years after shooting man in the gut, killer returned to prison on gun charge'I hope when you dream you see his ghost,' the victim's father once told Bodi McKee.12 Oct 03:00 AM
Entertainment'So unprofessional': Angry Auckland festivalgoers demand refunds after organiser flopRefund requests surge at Eden Fest after headliners withdraw and complaints mount.12 Oct 02:00 AM
ReviewsNazahryth BernardReview: UB40 brings the magic to Auckland concertOPINION: I wasn’t sure what to expect with this UB40 lineup.12 Oct 12:54 AM
CrimeMorbidly obese fraudster tries to use his weight to avoid jail for immigration scamHe previously stole the identities of dead babies, then used obesity to his advantage.11 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandAurora's back: Spectacular colours take over New Zealand's night skyThe aurora was visible in the lower North Island and the South Island last night.11 Oct 09:41 PM
SailGPWhy SailGP bought an ex-Team NZ America's Cup boatAfter threatening to cut a team from the line-up, SailGP has changed tack.11 Oct 08:15 PM
New ZealandIndependent bookstores celebrating despite tough retail environmentAotearoa New Zealand Bookshop Day recognises the pivotal community role of bookstores.11 Oct 07:00 PM
NetballHowick College crowned national champs in thrilling finalIt will be remembered as one of the most dramatic finishes the national champs has seen.11 Oct 06:57 PM
LifestyleThings to do in Auckland this weekendTāmaki Makaurau is full of festivals this Saturday and Sunday.11 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland restaurant inviting cash-strapped customers to BYO fishEconomic downturn has left people with less disposable income to dine out.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe dog with no name: Hope and heartbreak on patrol with animal controlCity in canine crisis as council shelters fill amid rising attacks and roaming incidents.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Personal affairs’: PM selling another rental propertyTwo-bedroom home's value has risen more than $300,000 since Luxon bought it.11 Oct 07:37 AM
New ZealandFirst image reveals $100m Manawanui shipwreck on bottom of ocean floorThe image shows a light slick of oil coming from the vessel.11 Oct 04:55 AM
New ZealandHow to see the aurora tonight: More light shows likely to dazzleThe aurora may be visible in the lower North Island and the South Island tonight.11 Oct 04:50 AM
New ZealandThree hospitalised after car hits tree in North AucklandTwo people were seriously injured in the crash and a third person was also hospitalised.11 Oct 03:44 AM
New ZealandRevealed: How Asian staff were pulled from surgery at North Shore patient's requestThe Herald first reported the situation last Saturday, and can now reveal further details.11 Oct 03:40 AM
EntertainmentRapper no longer performing at Auckland festival amid rape chargesThe rapper has to remain in West Australia.11 Oct 02:58 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismThe rollercoaster ride ahead for Rainbow’s End’s new CEOSusan Mudie talks to Tom Raynel about her plans to evolve the park for next generation.11 Oct 02:30 AM
New ZealandAuckland man who threatened to kill family during bungled meth import gets nine yearsFinau, shot in the face four years ago, was lured into a gang by the offer of a motorbike.11 Oct 02:16 AM
New ZealandMan arrested after Auckland bus driver attacked with wrenchThe bus driver was hurt in an incident police described as road rage.11 Oct 02:14 AM
EntertainmentReview: Ambitious new take on Peter Pan fails to flyThe latest work from the Auckland Theatre Company takes audiences to Neverland.10 Oct 11:40 PM
CrimeHome detention for Auckland rugby player whose partner died during kidnapping“I thought a grown man would run out of tears by now,” the victim's father said.10 Oct 11:30 PM
WarriorsBulldogs emerge as frontrunners as Marcelo Montoya seeks new contractMarcelo Montoya bids farewell to Warriors after scoring 30 tries in 82 games.10 Oct 09:54 PM