New ZealandRakaia farmer homicide: No stone will be left unturnedTony Waldron, a dairy farmer of Rakaia and father, was killed on September 18.26 Sep 08:01 AM
New ZealandStudent dead for weeks: 'How did we miss him?'Student named as 19-year-old Mason Pendrous.26 Sep 04:10 AM
New ZealandDeath of uni student 'inconceivable to imagine'Now, a minister wants answers after body reportedly lay unnoticed for up to eight weeks.25 Sep 07:34 AM
New ZealandStudent's body may have lain unnoticed for eight weeks - reportsSpecialist police teams still going through formal ID process.25 Sep 12:04 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating killing of young dad scour farm pondsPolice Dive Squad searching ponds at the Gardiners Rd farm where Tony Waldron was killed.24 Sep 07:40 AM
New ZealandPhysio struck off for intimate massagePatient with vocal issues was asked by physiotherapist Peter Chum to get naked.24 Sep 04:38 AM
New ZealandAirport arrest: Customs nab puffer jackets packed with cocaineA Customs manager says the demand for cocaine in New Zealand remains high.24 Sep 01:26 AM
New ZealandKaikoura quake rail repair wins major international award$2bn restoration of critical road and rail corridor biggest in NZ history.23 Sep 10:32 PM
New ZealandSerious crash in RollestonDriver suffers moderate injuries after crashing vehicle in Rolleston.23 Sep 05:33 AM
New ZealandPost-earthquake settlement deal finally reached - nine years after quakes beganBattered city's residential red zone and some anchor projects handed over in deal.23 Sep 03:58 AM
New ZealandCouncillor accused of inappropriate behaviour outs himselfDeon Swiggs denies any wrongdoing.23 Sep 02:34 AM
New ZealandNew strip club: 'More about the tease'New strip club "a place to hang out with your mates, surrounded by some pretty girls".23 Sep 01:42 AM
New ZealandA Moment In Crime: Herald true crime podcast now available in podcast appsIn the first of our new podcast series we revisit the March 15 mosque attacks.23 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandChristchurch mayor bans councillor from events involving young people after complaintsLianne Dalziel has taken action following complaints about inappropriate messages.22 Sep 07:51 PM
New ZealandCampaign to fight hygiene poverty goes nationalToiletries drives are being held in Wellington, Christchurch and Auckland this week.22 Sep 05:00 PM
RugbyRugby: Heartland Championship's week five sees teams upset across boardOnly one team gets a victory over a side who was ranked below them on the points table.22 Sep 03:53 AM
New ZealandSerious crash in Mackenzie DistrictPolice have advised motorists to avoid the area or delay travel if possible.21 Sep 12:21 AM
New ZealandSands National Conference: How to rebuild your life after losing a baby"Do you really want a life where there is no dancing?"20 Sep 02:31 AM
New ZealandDeath of 29-year-old in Canterbury treated as homicideThe man had sustained an injury and died at the scene, police said.18 Sep 08:47 PM
New Zealand'Got Smiley': Man jailed for role in Nomads gang stabbingA chilling text was sent before Shayne Heappey's death.18 Sep 03:33 AM
New ZealandConvicted rapist attacks again while being electronically trackedVictor Stojanovic was jailed in 2007 after raping a 17-year-old girl.18 Sep 02:52 AM
New ZealandCannabis bunker bust: Police seize $5m in assetsPolice have found a very large underground bunker for a cannabis-growing operation.18 Sep 01:23 AM
New ZealandChristchurch mayoral candidates go head to head in debateThere were interruptions, wild gestures and even threats of bringing out a whistle.17 Sep 10:49 AM
New ZealandFire crews battling large blaze at Christchurch primary schoolFour fire engines and a command unit are at the scene.16 Sep 09:41 PM
New ZealandStrokes missed: Commissioner finds hospital failed sick woman"This case demonstrates the significance of the patient's voice," commissioner tells.16 Sep 02:00 AM
New Zealand'RIP Koke Dogg': Two in court, one on murder charge, after gang deathNgaoa Kokaua was allegedly stabbed to death at a Christchurch house on Saturday night.15 Sep 09:54 PM
New Zealand'Shock to the system' as temperatures set to drop"Changeable" spring weather brings sun, rain, hot and cold all in one week.15 Sep 05:00 PM
RugbyHeartland rugby: Week 4 sees big changes on points ladderRobbie Smith the hero for North Otago with fulltime penalty kick maintaining unbeaten tag15 Sep 04:02 AM
New ZealandPerson in hospital after car smashes into power poleThe crash happened just after 3am in rural Canterbury.14 Sep 06:49 PM
New ZealandPack a raincoat: More rain coming this afternoonShowers will arrive in Auckland this afternoon, and heavy rain is possible.13 Sep 07:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMosque attack: City's imams reflect on tumultuous six monthsThey spoke to the Herald two days after the attack. Six months on, we catch up again.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ gun law reforms: Firearms register finally hereMuch-called for register should hit criminal underground's black market.13 Sep 03:29 AM
New ZealandPM Jacinda Ardern speaks six months on from mosque attacksPrime Minister announced funding boost as city marks six months on from attacks.13 Sep 02:00 AM
New ZealandChristchurch terror trial moved to avoid Ramadan clashThe trial for the 28-year-old Australian national could take six to 12 weeks.12 Sep 04:50 AM