PremiumPremiumConstructionHoliday turnaround: Australian chain gets holiday park leaseLease is for 48 years, land is classified as sensitive, across the road from beach.27 Mar 07:40 PM
New ZealandWhy red seaweed has blanketed Auckland beachesThick red seaweed that has covered beaches on Auckland's Hibiscus Coast is said to be a natural occurrence, but residents remain convinced they haven't seen it before. Video / RNZWatch18 Mar 09:42 PM
New Zealand20-year-old pleads guilty after teen killed in Muriwai ute beach crashThe man lost suppression today at a hearing in the Waitākere District Court.14 Mar 06:56 AM
TravelTravel experts reveal their favourite beaches in the worldYou'll never guess where Richard Branson's favourite beach is.13 Mar 02:25 AM
New ZealandBeach ban: Council to float permanent ban of vehicles at WaimaramaVehicle use on Waimārama Beach was thrust into the spotlight by a makeshift barrier.12 Mar 03:37 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionMulti-million dollar plans for four new Tāmaki Makaurau maraeWhat we know about the four projects so far.11 Mar 07:13 AM
New ZealandKiwi stars claim back-to-back wins in Mount MaunganuiShaunna Polley and Alice Zeimann again won the beach volleyball event in Mount Maunganui.11 Mar 12:09 AM
EntertainmentDirty chais and gorgeous views: Actor Kazim Khan on his favourite spots in AucklandEvery week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson dies following water incident at Omaha BeachAttempts to resuscitate the person were unsuccessful, police say.09 Mar 05:42 AM
TravelWatch: 'Creepy' detail in tourist's photo at Chinese beachA woman’s photo taken on a beach in China has sparked global attention.05 Mar 12:26 AM
TravelWhy I’ll always pick New Caledonia over any other island holidayLock in your next island holiday for winter. Not THAT island holiday. This one.28 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandFestival to celebrate 24th anniversary and 60 years of classic Ford MustangThis year celebrates 60 years of the Ford Mustang.26 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandHe used his own struggles to help pave the way for othersJacqui Whyte will continue fighting for families of loved ones needing specialist care.26 Feb 06:00 PM
TravelWipeout! World’s best beaches named by Tripadvisor has one Kiwi inclusionFor Australian and Kiwi beaches it was a wipeout.22 Feb 07:14 PM
New Zealand'The council sucks': Vandals place mocking signs at popular beachVandals have attempted to use te reo Māori to add insult.21 Feb 11:28 PM
New ZealandCommunity hero resuscitates local lifeguard serviceThe club almost closed due to the effects of Covid-19, but Skill brought it back to life.20 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandBeached as bro: skipper runs aground on popular Auckland beachThe owner claims to have driven his vessel into the shallows of the popular white sand east coast beach as a protest against Auckland Council dumping wastewater into the sea. Video / Jason DordayWatch20 Feb 04:28 AM
New ZealandTeen surfer rides wave of success with three in a rowThe second round of this year's Billabong Grom Series at Whangamatā had a few surprises.12 Feb 07:04 PM
New Zealand37yo swimmer went missing in 'heavy and unforgiving' Piha Beach surf'Please - don’t swim alone,' says Surf Lifesaving officer after man goes missing at Piha.12 Feb 06:19 AM
TravelBest Aussie beach: Surprising spot comes in at No. 1An unlikely Australian beach has nabbed the top spot on people's must-see lists.09 Feb 11:59 PM
New ZealandCar fire at Invercargill beach spreads to sand dunesYouths were seen running from the scene of a car fire which is threatening houses.09 Feb 02:45 AM
New ZealandBeachfront property at risk of eroding into the sea sells at auctionA buyer has bought the Haumoana property which boast spectacular views - with a catch.09 Feb 01:08 AM
New ZealandWhangamatā Beach eroded by 15 metres after Cyclone GabrielleMatarangi Beach in the Coromandel lost 10 metres08 Feb 09:22 PM
New ZealandEast Coast lost 10 metres of shoreline from Cyclone GabrielleEffects of Cyclone Gabrielle leave East Coast with highest erosion levels in decades.07 Feb 01:28 AM
TravelThis overlooked corner of Bali will make you rethink your trip to SeminyakWelcome to paradise-on-earth, with far fewer tourists than the rest of Bali.03 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandNew Auckland tsunami evacuation maps show lower risk than thoughtAuckland Emergency Management says the new maps are also easier to understand.01 Feb 06:17 AM
New ZealandHistoric trip, Piha vanishings and Auckland development boom | Focus Morning Bulletin January 31, 2024Winston Peters and Judith Collins jet to Australia, new documentary a wake-up call for Piha and a bright prediction for Auckland’s CBD in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / Getty Images / Parliament TV / NZHeraldWatch30 Jan 07:25 PM
New Zealand'Heartbroken' volunteers quit beach after Auckland Council 'takes away their happy place''I'm trying to do something good and it keeps backfiring.'30 Jan 05:34 PM
New ZealandTauranga records its hottest day this year at 30.3C as locals enjoy the beachThe warmest temperature on record for a January in Tauranga was in 1983: 33.7C.30 Jan 02:39 AM
TravelBest Beach 2024 winners announcedHere are all the category winners, as well as the supreme winner for NZ Herald's Best Beach competition 2024. Video / Carson BluckWatch27 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelLiving the dream: What it's like to get paid to live in the MaldivesThe perks and drawbacks of spending every day in paradise26 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'We will miss your beautiful smile': Tribute to teen killed in Muriwai Beach crashMadison Chamberlain was killed in a ute crash on Sunday.26 Jan 04:40 AM
New ZealandKiri Allan opens up, marine heatwave and kiwifruit boost | Focus Morning Bulletin January 26, 2024Former Cabinet minister Kiri Allan opens up on her night of shame, marine heatwave pushes temperatures up and how kiwifruit could benefit your mental health in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / Supplied / NZHeraldWatch25 Jan 07:11 PM
New Zealand'Terrible': Huge cost of drowning and water injuries revealed'Understanding and respecting the power of New Zealand’s waters is crucial.'25 Jan 10:32 AM
