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
LifestyleCat burglar: The tabby who steals tea bags, shoes and moreAngel reportedly carries out her life of crime at night.11 Sep 06:26 AM
PremiumPremiumLeagueGoodbye Lancaster Park: 130 years of sporting memoriesThe demolition of the quake-damaged Christchurch stadium is nearly complete.10 Sep 05:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGP struck off for indecent assaultsRakesh Kumar Chawdhry is now out on parole after being jailed for the offending.09 Sep 08:23 PM
New ZealandNo break from heavy rain and thunderstorms in the NorthThere is a heavy rain watch is in force for Coromandel and Bay of Plenty.08 Sep 06:35 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Blood everywhere': Parents upset over home daycare knife horrorToddler trips with steak knife and slices fingers. Parents angered over response.08 Sep 06:44 AM
RugbyHeartland comeback thrillers by unbeaten West Coast and North OtagoTeams welcome back their NZ Heartland XV players for games going right down to the wire.08 Sep 03:14 AM
PremiumPremiumRugbyNorthland Rugby, heed my warningWill you still turn up to Northland's games if they continue a four-game losing streak?07 Sep 08:00 PM