New Zealand'They're just babies': Second court appearance for mum after kids found alone in smoke-filled housePolice say neighbours prevented a tragic outcome.31 Jul 04:38 AM
New ZealandCelebrated science communicator jailed for child abuse, community shockedAmadeo Enriquez Ballestero was sentenced to two and a half years in prison.31 Jul 04:28 AM
New Zealand'Heartbroken': 13-year-old suffers 'unsurvivable' head injury after ice-skating fallWhanau are devastated after accident on school outing.31 Jul 01:56 AM
New ZealandYanfei Bao murder: Forensic experts scour shallow grave scene; autopsy results expectedThe Christchurch real estate agent had been missing for more than a year.30 Jul 08:12 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeCrushing 4% rental yield gap largest in 15 years – but many investors undeterred'Rents are nowhere near enough to cover the mortgage for a typical debt-backed purchase.'30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandStudent critical after accident at Christchurch ice skating rinkA police spokesperson said WorkSafe has been advised.30 Jul 04:57 AM
New ZealandBullied 14-year-old was urged to kill himself - but an innocent woman died instead“Your offending was triggered by bullying" the judge said he was jailed for manslaughter.30 Jul 04:57 AM
New Zealand'Oh God, he raped me': Woman's 111 call played for jury at Christchurch serial rape trialChristchurch man is facing more than 30 charges of sexually assaulting women.30 Jul 03:23 AM
New ZealandChristchurch missing real estate agent Yanfei Bao believed foundYanfei Bao had been missing for more than a year.30 Jul 01:38 AM
New ZealandOne-third of hospitality industry reports workplace bullyingNew Zealand's biggest hospitality conference is in Christchurch today.30 Jul 01:14 AM
New ZealandNew search for missing estate agent Yanfei Bao as police act on fresh leadOfficers are back on a private farmland area they have searched before.29 Jul 10:42 PM
New ZealandConvicted killer dies suddenly behind barsPaul Gottermeyer was serving a life sentence for a brutal attack on a young mother.29 Jul 09:03 PM
New ZealandEx-firefighter's grim warning after mirror burns hole in couchMultiple people have told the Herald stories of mirror-related fires and near misses.29 Jul 06:00 AM
PoliticsGreens begin process to remove Darleen Tana; meeting to address 'waka-jumping' ruleGreens co-leader Chloe Swarbrick held a press conference in Christchurch this morning.27 Jul 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouWhy your next rates bill will make you angry: Shane Te PouOPINION: A dark cloud hangs over local government. Kiwis are about to feel the reality.27 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsTana drama could end in a month, after Green conferenceThe party wants to eclipse Labour, but is itself eclipsed by one of its former MPs.27 Jul 08:34 AM
New ZealandFirst heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blastA large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.27 Jul 01:19 AM
New ZealandSouthern city blitzes July high temperature record as southerly blast loomsA heavy rain warning and two watches have been issued in Fiordland.26 Jul 08:00 AM
New ZealandParaglider seriously injured in Christchurch’s Port HillsThe patient was transported to Christchurch Hospital by helicopter.26 Jul 05:52 AM
New Zealand'One in a million': Freak house fire caused by makeup mirror kills beloved petsLouise and Taylah Eder lost almost everything in the blaze, including their two dogs.26 Jul 04:30 AM
RacingStormont makes his mark on Shez Bella's rising fortunesHer trainer has solid prospects at Alexandra Park and Addington.25 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandViolent man wants to serve home detention with his mum - who moved cities to escape himTroy Brophy's history includes dishonesty, traffic offending and family violence.25 Jul 08:00 AM
EntertainmentAnd... action: Inclusive Performance Academy shines on stage and screenTV scriptwriter Fiona McKenzie established the Academy four years ago.24 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandChristchurch’s Orana Wildlife Park: MPI promising regular checks, tiger found underweightOtherwise, they did not identify any immediate animal welfare or staffing issues.24 Jul 03:15 AM
New ZealandElderly man seriously injured in late-night Port Hills attackThe man was taking photos when he was attacked and remains in hospital.24 Jul 12:20 AM
Travel newsToy gun in carry-on bag missed in security screening sparks alert, holds up Jetstar flightThe flight was about to leave for Christchurch when the man was removed from the flight.23 Jul 11:16 PM
New Zealand‘Surfing saved my life’: How an ex-meth addict uses the ocean to help others recoverCharity takes to the waves to help turn lives around.23 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandConvicted rapist takes claim he attacked woman in his sleep to Supreme CourtA jury earlier found Damin Peter Cook was not asleep when he raped a woman.23 Jul 07:48 AM
New ZealandNZ sheep dog trialling legend dies in farm accidentThe New Zealand Sheep dog training captain was killed in an ATV crash on Monday.23 Jul 03:19 AM
New ZealandChristchurch 12-year-old girl missing for 11 days found safe and wellThe youngster was last seen on July 11.22 Jul 08:26 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The mammoth cost of removing and burying beached whalesNew Zealand is a hotspot for strandings, with more than 5000 recorded since 1840.22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBlackmail charges withdrawn as retrial beginsPerson was accused of attempting to blackmail a public figure after paid sexual encounter.22 Jul 06:22 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV wrap: Pukekohe High topple Wesley CollegeThere have been some power shifts in the Counties Manukau First XV landscape.22 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandUnder-fire zoo responds to animal welfare claims; MPI officials visit animals todayOrana Wildlife Trust Board says a ‘thorough review’ is underway.22 Jul 02:17 AM
