PoliticsWinston Peters wants Member States to pull their weight as the UN lurches into potential liquidationThe UN's looming deficit could weaken ties between countries and undercut global aid.23 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionNZ Church leaders' Christmas message: Exploring the profound identity of JesusLeaders from more than 30 Auckland churches invite residents to Christmas services.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWill it be wet or 30C on Christmas Day? Forecasters reveal where rain and heat most likelyThunderstorms are possible in the western and southern South Island this evening.23 Dec 04:00 PM
RacingNew Zealand racing’s toughest record could be broken todayTeam Telfer have a great chance of breaking a long-standing record at Cambridge today.23 Dec 04:00 PM
RacingKingswood chasing more than just a Group 1 win at EllerslieKingswood is the first of many Australian raiders expected at Ellerslie this summer.23 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeAkl man caught with footage of Isis beheadings, murders, terror group promo materialOne video endorsed Isis attack methods that viewers could use in Australia.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMeth-crazed fraudster fires shots into family's home, narrowly missing mother with babyPashion Ramsay would show fake proof that she had paid for vehicles.23 Dec 06:00 AM
EntertainmentWhat to watch from Christmas Eve to Boxing day (yes, including Love Actually)The Herald has rounded up the best of free-to-air TV, plus some streaming gold.23 Dec 04:00 AM
LifestyleSmall moving companies get pre-Christmas boon as Ikea hit by delivery delaysThe Swedish retailer has paused its online services to clear a mounting backlog.23 Dec 03:00 AM
EnergyElectricity Authority lays complaint over Huntly power plant code breachThe authority says missed instructions can risk regional power outages.23 Dec 01:56 AM
New ZealandNorth Shore teens allegedly threatened at knifepoint in roadside e-bike robberyPolice say a man pulled a knife and pushed a teen off the e-bike in Belmont.23 Dec 01:14 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSolarZero liquidators claw back $2.7m but creditor claims nearly $1b owed to trustsLiquidators say they are still investigating the company a year after they were appointed.23 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Xmas food costs lay bare the true price of supermarket powerOPINION: Consumers are dreaming of an affordable Xmas – and 2026 is an election year.23 Dec 12:21 AM
New ZealandMeasles cases rise to 35 as three new infections confirmedThe three new cases bring the national measles total to 35.23 Dec 12:13 AM
BusinessWhy home loan applicants might face an extra waitSome banks have paused pre-approvals, pushing new applications into early 2026.22 Dec 11:59 PM
CrimeDriver arrested after joining police convoy in Commodore with flashing blue and red lightsPolice also found meth and a 3D-printed gun in the man's car. 22 Dec 11:09 PM
EntertainmentBret McKenzie teases a Flight of the Conchords reunionNext year marks the 20th anniversary of one of the group's biggest projects. 22 Dec 11:01 PM
AgribusinessNZ-India trade deal 'a useful step' for economy - Westpac economistNew Zealand exporters have welcomed the new trade deal with India. 22 Dec 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHidden side effects: What GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could do to your bodyDrugs like Wegovy and Saxenda now available in NZ - what are the side effects?22 Dec 07:37 PM
AucklandCyclists slam 'bizarre' crossing pole plonked in middle of shared bike pathNZTA says the pole meets Auckland Transport rules and a safety audit is planned.22 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandBand of rain: Wet weather, 90km/h gusts for lower North Island days out from ChristmasMetService has issued a number of heavy rain and strong wind watches.22 Dec 05:17 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Why National supporters are so frustrated with Finance Minister Nicola WillisOPINION: We have too many politicians.22 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Got a long way to go': Teen skier continues hospital fight after shattering legs on Mt RuapehuThe 13-year-old fell about 8m off a cliff while skiing at Whakapapa in October.22 Dec 04:00 PM
RacingTrainers ponder how to break La Crique's winless streakThe $500,000 Cambridge Stud Zabeel Classic shapes as one of the races of the season22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: The three biggest lessons from Black Caps win over Windies OPINION: What we learned from the 2-0 test series victory.22 Dec 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Opportunistic theft': Public warned after Christmas presents stolen from carThieves smashed the rear window of the vehicle and stole bags of gifts in minutes.22 Dec 05:37 AM
New ZealandAuckland Zoo elephant Anjalee loses calf in stillbirth at Australian zooKeepers supported Anjalee through labour, but the calf was stillborn.22 Dec 05:31 AM
New ZealandHow Auckland’s High Street precinct has become a magnet for Asian foodiesNew Asian eateries now draw students from two nearby city universities.22 Dec 05:18 AM
AucklandBoy found sleeping above loaded shotgun as police raid stolen car denPolice say four stolen cars were found at a Glen Eden address.22 Dec 04:54 AM
Investment'Fully inform themselves': FMA issues warning to Chance Voight investorsBernard Whimp is seeking investor 'donations' to cover his mounting legal costs.22 Dec 03:50 AM
SportKiwi teams give NZ rugby something to smile about at Global Youth SevensBoth teams only assembled three days before the tournament kicked off.22 Dec 03:21 AM
AucklandCar hits pedestrian in busy Auckland intersection, one in serious conditionThe crash happened at the intersection of Dominion and Balmoral Rds.22 Dec 12:10 AM
InvestmentCan Gen Z break our dangerous love affair with property schemes? - Du Val podcastA more financially literate new generation offers some hope. 21 Dec 11:00 PM
AucklandFirefighters battle basement blaze in downtown Auckland heritage buildingThe mixed-use Customs St East building houses homes and businesses.21 Dec 10:57 PM
