New Zealand'Missed dearly': Community mourns after deadly Rakaia blaze claims grandfather, grandchildFire and Emergency was told people were unaccounted for in the blaze. 13 Oct 12:22 AM
BusinessMigration slump deepens as record numbers of Kiwis head overseasAnnual net migration has fallen again as fewer migrants arrived in the year to August.13 Oct 12:10 AM
New ZealandPublic sex, ‘meth-fuelled rage’: Bosses on 'harrowing' Akl CBD, amid harsh reader pollA poll of Herald readers found an overwhelming majority regard the CBD as anti-social.12 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesNZ shares dip as Trump tariff threats rattle world marketsThe S&P/NZX50 slipped 0.9% to 13,341 after last week’s record high.12 Oct 10:43 PM
TourismTourism numbers up in August, airline group says NZ close to pre-pandemic peaksAustralian tourists drove a surge in winter visitor numbers.12 Oct 10:27 PM
New ZealandWell-known New Zealander charged with sexual abuseHe was due to appear in court today but the hearing has been rescheduled.12 Oct 09:25 PM
New ZealandStorm risk for South Island as muggy warmth lingers in the northAucklanders endured a sticky night with temperatures holding at 17C until dawn.12 Oct 08:52 PM
PropertyFletcher Building targets further $100m savings in big cuts'Further declines in trading volumes and ongoing pressure on margins' - Andrew Reding.12 Oct 08:48 PM
Construction'Positioned for growth': Precinct seeks $310m to expand property portfolioNew shares are priced at $1.23, a 7.5% discount to Friday’s close.12 Oct 08:36 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWilliams Corporation 'intends to pursue a public listing''Our focus now is to rebuild towards that level': Matthew Horncastle on NZX listing plans.12 Oct 08:11 PM
World‘Absolutely unbelievable’: Chicago man finds missing dog after a decadeEdmon Lighthall’s poodle mix Pete vanished from his Chicago yard in 2015.12 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandTwo New Zealanders charged over $13m cocaine haul at Sydney AirportThe 40kg haul was found in two suitcases during a baggage check at Sydney Airport. 12 Oct 07:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside the state school dominating New Zealand college sport More than 500 out-of-zone students missed out in the North Shore school's latest ballot.12 Oct 07:18 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLonely adolescents falling for romantic relationships with AI chatbots Current rules allow 13-year-olds to spend hours building bonds with chatbots.12 Oct 07:06 PM
LifestyleWhat you should - and should never - write in a work emailThe dos and don’ts of office comms: No platform is foolproof, says Kiwi HR expert.12 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandFlights return, optimism grows: Can New Caledonia win back travellers?Only nine Kiwis visited in June 2024, down from 813 just two months earlier.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Thin workforce stretched further': Learning support gaps persistPsychologists and speech-language therapists make up 40% of vacancies.12 Oct 04:00 PM
RacingMick On Monday: The historic black-type week nobody plannedWelcome to the busiest black-type week in New Zealand thoroughbred racing history.12 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Turning grief into art with handcrafted urn business VasoBridgit Sissons talks to Tom Raynel about her small bespoke urn business.12 Oct 04:00 PM
Auckland'Really important to me': Inside Wayne Brown’s post‑election plans for AucklandThe mayor has revealed what he wants to tick off before Christmas.12 Oct 04:00 PM
AucklandDairy worker sliced on hand as armed group raids Glen Eden shopThe group of five or six arrived armed with a knife and a hammer.12 Oct 08:12 AM
MotorsportKing of the Mountain: Kiwi Matt Payne wins Bathurst 1000 thrillerRecap: Relive the drama after one of the most tense 161-lap races in history.12 Oct 07:53 AM
World'Put your balloons down': Woman who warned of nitrous oxide dangers dies days laterLoved ones marked her farewell with pink balloons and her favourite songs.12 Oct 07:00 AM
BreakersBreakers rue turnovers after blowing double-digit NBL leadThe Breakers have slumped to their fifth defeat in six matches this NBL season.12 Oct 06:51 AM
New ZealandAuckland Central fire station cleared to reopen after asbestos scareTests confirmed no asbestos in the station after Friday’s sudden closure.12 Oct 06:39 AM
AucklandAlbany upset: Long-time council duo split as newcomer tops pollVictoria Short ended a decade-long alliance in Albany with a 500-vote lead.12 Oct 06:06 AM
New Zealand‘It is a rich journey’: Farmer’s 30-year project inspires Kiwi home styleTrue comfort comes from character, not big budgets.12 Oct 06:03 AM
TravelAustralia’s top cycling routes for every kind of riderFrom wine trails to multi-day journeys and everything in between. 12 Oct 05:22 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelStephanie Holmes: I've stayed at 10 of NZ's 19 best luxury hotels and lodges. Here's my verdict19 NZ hotels were added to Michelin's keys list this week. Here's why they're special.12 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandLotto: 18 players win $19k in Second Division – where were tickets sold?Three players also won more than $26k in Powerball Second Division.12 Oct 04:40 AM
PoliticsShane Jones' son Penetaui Kleskovic eyes move into national politicsHe told the Herald he was a 'great admirer' of Winston Peters.12 Oct 03:41 AM
NPC'Hell of an effort': Canterbury edge Counties in 100-minute NPC thrillerCanterbury needed extra time to produce a come-from-behind win.12 Oct 03:39 AM
Entertainment'Hollywood legend': Colleagues, friends, stars remember Diane KeatonThe Oscar-winning actress and Hollywood sweetheart has died, aged 79. 11 Oct 11:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMarisa Bidois: Time to get Auckland’s groove backThe city’s $25m events fund could help revive Auckland’s nightlife.11 Oct 11:00 PM
