'It's utterly insane': Kiwi comic Sam Wills on life in Las Vegas as Tape Face turns 20
'Those oven gloves are my Stairway to Heaven. I’ll never get rid of the damned things.'
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Heavy rain watch for Northland as stormy weekend looms
Thunderstorms are possible in Northland, with rain spreading south today.
Rock legends join Full Metal Orchestra line-up at Spark Arena
AC/DC's Phil Rudd and Shihad's Jon Toogood are among those joining the symphonic concert.
The numbers behind Auckland FC's record-breaking A-League season
Bonnie Jansen takes a look at the numbers behind Auckland FC's remarkable rise.
'We might surprise': Crocetti tipped to outperform odds in Perth
Craig Williams believes Crocetti's odds are undervalued for the A$5m Quokka.
Missing in Northland: 10 people still out there somewhere
Only two of the 10 missing Northlanders are on the police's public list.
Mary Holm: Home ownership vs shares - the great Kiwi debate
OPINION: Balancing home ownership with investment strategies.
The battle at Ōrewa Beach - why a similar fight is coming to a coast near you
During big storms the sea gouges away the sand and sweeps right in under the pōhutukawa.
Blues slump to frustrating Reds defeat
A seventh loss leaves the Blues' title defence in tatters.
Recap: Blues well beaten by Reds
All the action as the Blues were beaten by the Queensland Reds in Brisbane.
Warriors hammer Knights to end decade-long Anzac Day hurt
Andrew Webster's side continue to create their own history in 2025.
Recap: Warriors storm to convincing win over Knights in Christchurch
Relive the action as Andrew Webster's side made it back-to-back victories.
Watch: Firefighters trapped above North Shore blaze were engulfed in smoke with 'no escape'
It would have been like being stuck above 'a mini-volcano about to erupt'.
Inmate stabbed 40 times in prison exercise yard attack by Mongrel Mob quartet
One attacker was already serving time for the robbery and killing of a cancer patient.
Recycling plant seeks community support after huge fire
A Givealittle page has been set up to support recovery efforts after the Glenfield blaze.
'Strong rubber smell': Evacuation sign after Auckland mall fire
Shoppers smelled smoke in the food court, but no fire alarm sounded.
'Horrific and life-changing injuries': Man in coma after 'freak' balcony accident
The glass balustrade the man was leaning on 'gave out', causing him to fall.
Some like it hot - chilli champ faces Tauranga spice showdown
The Tauranga event starts at noon, with the chilli eating contest at 4pm.
US travel caution: Eight Kiwis detained at border since November
Travellers are told to check they meet entry requirements.
Northland Expressway plan proceeds as landowners face property loss
The Northland Expressway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei.
Police investigating West Auckland crime scene following overnight stabbing
A man has been critically injured following a stabbing on Coburg St in Henderson Valley. Video / NZ Herald
'Unsettling': Mystics captain on ANZ Premiership’s murky future
Netball New Zealand has refused to confirm the survival of all franchises beyond this year
'Wilful damage': Red dye stains Mission Bay fountain on Anzac Day
Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson shared images of the fountain on Facebook.
'Matter of urgency': Police seek silver Mitsubishi linked to Kyle Whorrall homicide probe
A 16-year-old has been charged with Whorrall's murder and has name suppression.
Fire truck breakdown left firefighters trapped in basket above North Shore blaze
The union said the 'last resort' failed when a manual lever broke in a firefighter's hand.
From pop stars to Bluey on tour: What's on in Auckland this weekend
Everyone's favourite Australian cartoon dog is coming to town.
Two recycling workers tried to put out North Shore blaze until it 'exploded'
It's believed the fire was likely caused by lithium batteries.
Written in the Stars: Netball icons reunited
Temepara Bailey and Leana de Bruin can read each other’s minds.
Embracing divisive food combos: Kiwis share their guilty pleasures
Chefs and food lovers reveal the weird combos they love – and the ones they can’t stand.
Man critically injured after suspected stabbing in West Auckland
Police have cordoned off a cul-de-sac and a reserve.
One dead after vehicle crashes into South Auckland creek
Firefighters rescued a survivor from the vehicle.
'Like a proper team': Free pants campaign boosts girls' cricket
ANZ donated over 1000 pairs of coloured pants to schools across the country.
'Overwhelming grief': Nearly $40k raised to support family of slain US student
A 16-year-old has been charged with Whorrall's murder and has name suppression.
On The Up: Amy Ellis chasing Paralympic dreams
Amy Ellis will compete in her eighth Halberg Games this weekend.