New Zealand‘My legs felt like jelly’: New multimillionaire claims $5.5m Lotto winBach, travel and making sure windfall 'works for my family's future' on winner's wishlist.18 Mar 01:15 AM
New ZealandYoung NZ mum holidaying at Swiss ski resort no longer missingPolice told the Herald they were advised Hawley has made contact with her family. 17 Mar 10:56 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJuicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4mOne ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'. 17 Mar 10:05 PM
New ZealandPerson rushed to hospital after Chch metalworks accidentEmergency services responded just after 9.30am today. 17 Mar 09:59 PM
New ZealandTeen accused of critically injuring woman in Chch park now facing ‘serious’ sex chargesThe 16-year-old is now facing serious sexual violence charges. 17 Mar 07:50 PM
EntertainmentCan’t get enough of us: Teddy Swims returning to NZ for arena tourThe singer's NZ love affair started in 2022 with a Powerstation gig.17 Mar 07:00 PM
Travel newsNew Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winnersAn inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandCold, rain, thunderstorms to affect much of NZSouth Island temperatures are expected to fall by at least 15C.17 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Going on the mortgage’: The steep financial cost of egg-freezing in NZ'I don't have the cash right there ready to go.'17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLong delays on motorways in Auckland as storm batters NZIt comes after flights across the South Island were disrupted this morning.17 Mar 02:33 AM
New ZealandStorm disrupts flights around NZ: Heavy rain hits, temp plungeWhile South Island gets battered, North Island in for a different forecast. 16 Mar 10:42 PM
New ZealandDriver charged after car smashes into house, sleeping couple escape serious injuriesHusband pulled the car off his wife, who thought she was 'going to die'.16 Mar 10:06 PM
KahuWhy mau rākau workshops captivated Womad festival attendeesMau rākau helps youth manage emotions and connect with their cultural identity.16 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: Forget the bomb squad, Crusaders prove rugby should be beautifulOPINION: There were tight derby matches and a spectacular blow-out.16 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandDisgraced car dealer known for sending customers lewd photos owes $620kChris Schwartz has a penchant for sending disgruntled customers pictures of excrement.16 Mar 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTech Insider: Telcos worry about levy rise, Starlink in the gun, liquidator of Kim Dotcom-founded crypto firm updatesConsumer advocates and the industry are at odds. PLUS: Updates on two crypto liquidations.16 Mar 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Absolute miracle’: Hero hubby lifts car off wife after driver smashes into bedroomThe woman woke up to 'pressure on her chest' and thought she was 'going to die'.16 Mar 05:18 AM
New ZealandAftermath of car slamming into Canterbury houseA couple feel lucky to be alive after a car slammed into their house Rolleston. Video / Llewellyn Venter.Watch16 Mar 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia and marketingSaatchi co-founder Sir John Hegarty on why even good businesses sometimes dieHe says modern brands rely too much on data instead of inspiring ideas.15 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Petty and extreme’: NZ pool champ suspended, excluded from World GamesThe NZ Pool Association cited 'unsportsmanlike behaviour' for suspending the champion.15 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeWoman's jealous rage leads to car chase, violent attack with rockShe saw her partner spending time with another woman and launched a campaign of terror.15 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandTeen left wheelchair-bound by rare condition after food poisoning battles ACC for coverHis family argued earlier treatment might have improved his condition.15 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandChristchurch Mosque tragedy remembered as new Canadian PM is sworn in | NZ Herald News UpdateNZ PM Christopher Luxon is off to India as Mark Carney is sworn in as the new Canadian PM. Arrest in Christchurch on the sixth anniversary of the mosque tragedy. Video / NZ HeraldWatch14 Mar 07:45 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestylePunk rock and ADHD: Rachael King’s new children’s book is personal and musicalThe Christchurch author has a new book - and a new song (sort of).14 Mar 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow to keep NZ water park afloat: ‘Your customers get a bit bored’Hanmer Springs has turned profits for 25 years, while Splash Planet leaks ratepayer cash.14 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Dreams come true’: Whanganui woman’s cochlear implant journey finally realised Shona Beamsley cannot wait to hear her grandchildren say the words, 'I love you, Nana'.14 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandIn search of a new home: The creepy crawlies moving south from AucklandHuntsman spiders are not the only insects establishing themselves in new parts of NZ.14 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘United in our commitment’: Saviour found for school lunches after Libelle Group liquidationThe Herald is aware of at least seven schools that closed their tuckshops today.14 Mar 08:10 AM
CrimeHope in hell: Survivors face serial rapist John Hope Muchirahondo'I use this pun intentionally ... I finally have a Hope in hell. May you rot there.'14 Mar 02:39 AM
New Zealand'No prior notice': School tuckshops close across NZ amid lunch provider's liquidationThe Herald is aware of at least seven schools that have closed their tuckshops from today.14 Mar 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumSportHow the Crusaders are keeping pace with Super Rugby’s faster gameBall-in-play time often exceeds 40 minutes, increasing fatigue and scoring opportunities.14 Mar 02:31 AM
All Blacks‘Jumped the gun’: All Blacks utility responds to French giant’s interestBraydon Ennor says there’s nothing in place with Top 14 side Perpignan.14 Mar 12:30 AM
New ZealandChristchurch gains global fame as street art capital post-earthquakeReuben Woods noted the city's shift from English to diverse.13 Mar 10:55 PM
New ZealandScott Watson’s bid for freedom in tatters as parole hearing abandonedThe hearing is being abandoned instead of adjourned after running over time.13 Mar 10:30 PM
