New ZealandMan 'vanished' from Auckland Airport, 'cleared security', never boarded flightKory-Dean Wirihana's family have pleaded for information on his whereabouts. 18 Apr 10:09 PM
New Zealand'Biblical storm': 750 lightning strikes hit Auckland 'These thunder slaps are godlike', wrote one Aucklander after a sleepless night for many.18 Apr 09:24 PM
Auckland FCWhy Eden Park remains unlikely venue should Auckland FC host A-League grand finalAuckland FC remain favourites for the Premiers Plate with three rounds to play.18 Apr 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentRNZ Ballet's The Firebird makes a triumphant return Principal dancer Ana Gallardo Lobaina says The Firebird is relevant in a 'scary' world. 18 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Tam floods Auckland following lightning stormA Civil Defence centre has been set up in Auckland overnight after intense thunderstorms sparked “significant flooding” across the city. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Apr 07:54 PM
OpinionAn Easter message from Auckland's church leadersEaster highlights themes of sacrifice, forgiveness and hope through Jesus' resilience.18 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Dangerous conditions': MetService warns Easter weekend beachgoersDozens of beaches across Auckland and Northland are marked 'unsuitable for swimming'.18 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: How Labour walked away from Tory Whanau and backed Andrew LittleOPINION: In 2022, Labour quietly backed Tory Whanau. Now they want her gone.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The case for acknowledging our emergency service volunteersVolunteers make up 80% of Fire and Emergency staff in New Zealand.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Offensive joke': Taxpayers fund rapist's $120k battle to keep name secret'Let’s call it what it is – a rort,' mother of one of Luca Fairgray's victims says.18 Apr 05:00 PM
RacingHorse racing legend has no interest in slowing downTraining legend John Wheeler on why retirement is not an option.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSigns of disagreement: Hundertwasser centre seeks better highway advertisingThe Hundertwasser Art Centre is not easy to find, with no signs on SH1 directing tourists.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: How do we make sure a home deposit gift is fair for both our sonsOPINION: You will need to explain to both sons why the amounts differ.18 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Why the UK's Supreme Court decision matters for women's rightsOPINION: The UK Supreme Court has ruled 'woman' refers only to biological women.18 Apr 05:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: NZTA's outdated e-scooter regulations need a serious overhaulOPINION: Thousands of e-scooters on NZ roads are illegal due to outdated NZTA rules. 18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMassive lightning and thunder storm rocks Auckland regionContinued heavy rainfall is expected overnight and may lead to localised flash flooding.18 Apr 01:14 PM
New Zealand'Whole roof is gone': Fire crews battling apartment building blaze in West AklA nearby restaurant worker says the whole building has 'disappeared'. 18 Apr 09:15 AM
New ZealandSH35 on East Cape partially closed as Cyclone Tam continues to lash NZA potential low-system is set to form on the northeast coast of New Zealand.18 Apr 08:01 AM
New ZealandFour people hospitalised after South Auckland crashOne person is in serious condition.18 Apr 07:38 AM
New Zealand'Man with a giant heart': Speedway hero and beloved dad killed in 'freak' workplace accidentHe played a key role in saving lives during many serious accidents.18 Apr 07:00 AM
Warriors'Special': Pompey to join Warriors' centurion clubAdam Pompey will play his 100th NRL match for the Warriors when they face the Broncos.18 Apr 04:00 AM
Talanoa'Pain beyond anything': Parents' grief after 12-year-old son dies of dengue fever Misiafa Lene, 12, was medically evacuated to Auckland where he died of dengue fever.18 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandDoctor and nurse strike could delay 4300 surgeries and appointmentsThe union said it was the first 24-hour strike in its 35-year history. 18 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand‘I love my life’: How a mother found hope after her darkest daysLynda Hills struggled with her mental health throughout her youth.18 Apr 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘Inaction is not an option’: Mum wants neighbour’s tree removed after Cyclone Tam frightGirl, 10, and nanny had lucky escape when part of a tree fell on a car they'd just exited.18 Apr 01:56 AM
New Zealand'Amazing experience': Man tows stricken crane truck driver away from 10-metre drop The truck had been repairing a downed power line during the storm.17 Apr 09:09 PM
SailingOn The Up: Burling's surprise appearance at young sailors' prizegivingA group of young sailors from Tauranga asked Burling to attend. The star sailor answered.17 Apr 09:00 PM
Lifestyle'Incredibly determined': Auckland boy hula hoops his way into world record booksLeonardo Pala, 10, now has his eyes set on breaking a new record.17 Apr 09:00 PM
LifestyleYour ultimate guide to celebrating Easter in AucklandYour Easter weekend doesn't need to revolve around magical bunnies and chocolate.17 Apr 08:00 PM
LifestyleWhich stores will open this long weekend? A guide to Easter trading restrictionsMost stores must close on Good Friday and Easter Sunday in New Zealand. 17 Apr 07:00 PM
Markets with MadisonRevealed: The business behind Auckland Football Club Why a billionaire backed football and fandom in New Zealand's biggest city. 17 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Alternative to a rusting hulk': Relief over Icon finishing Seascape'Well done, Icon. The city will be behind you.' - Shane Brealey, Simplicity Living MD.17 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsShane Jones woos and warns Chatham Islands with ‘surprise’ abattoir and kūmara binJones' true intentions were made clear soon after touching down in the Hercules aircraft.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand4600 homes still without power as Cyclone Tam clean-up beginsBay of Islands residents are urged to save water as repairs are under way in Paihia.17 Apr 05:00 PM
