GolfWildcard teens lead home charge at Women's Amateur Asia-PacificThirteen-year-old Elise Barber fired an even-par 72 in her WAAP debut.12 Feb 05:01 PM
AucklandFire crews battle overnight blaze in OnehungaFirefighters from across Auckland have contained a blaze at a two-storey commercial address on Patrick St in Onehunga overnight. Video / Hayden WoodwardWatch12 Feb 04:21 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: The $1b LNG gamble that could cost Luxon his low-tax brand and his jobOPINION: If he truly believes it's the answer, he could have handled the politics better.12 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Action is needed now as alarm bells ring over nangsOPINION: A stronger response is needed before more lives are lost or severely impacted.12 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Acne, body and facial hair’: Women warned against men’s hormone creams for low libidoAn excess of Testogel damaged her patient's vocal cords, a doctor told the Herald. 12 Feb 04:00 PM
AucklandVape city: ‘Store‑within‑a‑store’ outlets inside dairies rising in poorer Auckland suburbsStore‑within‑a‑store vape outlets have arisen to circumvent a 2020 law, a new study finds.12 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldOhio mother accused of injecting faeces into hospitalised baby's IV lineHospital staff alerted police after noticing bizarre behaviour on CCTV.12 Feb 07:00 AM
New ZealandArmy training boss grilled over fatal NZSAS fall - and the critical report he did not readColonel Paul Hayward admitted at the inquest he had not read a key 2021 WorkSafe report.12 Feb 06:36 AM
Travel newsElderly tourist charged after gay man allegedly assaulted on cruise around NZA witness says the victim was verbally abused over his sexuality before being assaulted.12 Feb 06:00 AM
Auckland'I did not and would not lie': Judge takes stand in conduct probe, claims apology letters censoredJudge said she was told her conduct could affect relations with govt, especially NZ First.12 Feb 05:10 AM
New ZealandMore than 20 charged over $3.2m pokie grant fraud schemeInternal Affairs alleges six sham charities funnelled $3.2m in gaming grants.12 Feb 05:09 AM
SailGP'Works quite well': Kiwi SailGP champ on engagement to Zoe Hobbs and Swiss team's growthStewart Dodson had a memorable year on and off the water in 2025. 12 Feb 05:05 AM
EntertainmentAnito at Q Theatre: A queer mythic pageant of spirits, sound and spectacleAnito brings Filipino animist myths to life through dance, puppetry and sound.12 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandEnglish scammer who targeted vulnerable Kiwis to be deported after early jail release Jack Hennessy duped pensioners out of $337,000 by posing as a police courier. 12 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandGovernment increases New Zealand space launch limit to 1000The Government plans to lift the launch cap from 100 to 1000 flights.12 Feb 04:52 AM
Crime'Exploited and used': Slavery trial judge fires warning to others, orders substantial sentence'This is not a case of cultural misunderstanding,' the judge emphasised. 12 Feb 04:18 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ's 'embarrassing U-turn' on market rate for hospital carparks proposalHealth NZ was looking for feedback on a nationwide hospital carpark policy.12 Feb 04:01 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam NapierThe team looming as Super Rugby's big moversThe Chiefs boast unrivalled depth as they chase a title defence.12 Feb 04:01 AM
New ZealandCan NZ cash in on critical minerals and still stay wary of mining?The US wants allies such as NZ to help break China's grip on rare earth minerals.12 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice find car of man swept away on Mahurangi River, near WarkworthTekanimaeu Arobati, 47, died in the storm that lashed the upper North Island last month.12 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandFuel boost: Marsden Point tank to store jet fuel for 10,000 flightsThe $30m restored tank will more than double Z Energy's private jet fuel storage.12 Feb 03:00 AM
LifestylePonsonby Rd restaurant GiGi closes, less than a year after opening – new Michelin-star owner revealedLuke Dallow says: 'There’s a moment in hospitality when you know when to step back.'12 Feb 02:58 AM
New ZealandA costly spiral: Online gambling and university studentsOne in five New Zealand adults are harmed by their own or others' gambling.12 Feb 02:48 AM
New ZealandAirTag helps track stolen scooter after alleged assault in east AucklandA 49-year-old man is due in the Auckland District Court today charged with robbery.12 Feb 01:23 AM
Auckland'Despicable': Minister at judge hearing claims celebrity doctor was ‘intoxicated’, 'hostile'The minister says he said: 'You are despicable, I hope you are ashamed of yourself.'12 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandLoud bang as fire engulfs home, sending large plumes of smoke into air on North ShoreLocals report seeing smoke visible from nearby suburbs. 12 Feb 12:42 AM
New ZealandChatswood house fireFire and Emergency New Zealand responds to a house fire on Balmain Road in Chatswood. Video / Dean PurcellWatch12 Feb 12:21 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness$2b Lakeview Te Taumata build begins with first stage of Queenstown mega-project'There’s some pretty tough ground to get through,' says building firm boss Dom Fleischl.12 Feb 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleA rose bouquet now costs $240. Here are 12 alternatives for Valentine's (that are just as good)A dozen romantic ideas that cost less than 12 premium red roses.11 Feb 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Not what anyone wants to read whānau': Fresh warnings for storm-hit parts of North IslandThe 15-hour tropical rainmaker kicks off tomorrow and continues into Saturday.11 Feb 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington‘Isn’t sustainable’: Andrew Little commits to tackle commercial rates The mayor spoke at a "state of the capital" event this morning.11 Feb 09:56 PM
AgribusinessSkellerup lifts profit 20% to record $28.9m, shrugs off US tariff hitThe company now forecasts annual net profit of $57m to $62m, up on guidance.11 Feb 08:52 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBryce Wilkinson: Why a simple granny flat for grandma is anything but simple nowOPINION: Homeowners must juggle complex rules, records and 10-year legal liability.11 Feb 08:00 PM
ReviewsMitchell HagemanLorde's ethereal homecoming gig made me proud to be a Kiwi'I’m always particularly nervous for the Auckland show,' the star told fans.11 Feb 07:32 PM