New ZealandMeth importer jailed for 16 yearsMerkins Bah Agu was vulnerable when he started being a "catcher" for meth hauls, a judge has ruled.22 Feb 10:13 PM
WorldRapists walk among usIt is horrifying how few rapists get convicted, and myths around the crime, the victims and the perpetrators are a big part of the problem.22 Feb 06:22 PM
Crime$726k fraud: Former Govt manager jailedThe former Ministry of Transport manager who defrauded the agency of $726,000 has been jailed for 43 months.21 Feb 02:23 AM
AirlinesAirbus brings in the heavy metalAirbus is making a play to replace NZ's ageing Hercules by showing off its big military airlifter this week in a bid to woo the public and Defence chiefs.20 Feb 02:42 AM
New ZealandWarning signs not in place before crashTruck driver who smashed into overbridge says overheight load warning signs were not in place.16 Feb 10:29 PM
New ZealandSex complaints rise in Defence ForceForty-one sexual assault and harassment complaints were lodged in the New Zealand Defence Force - including one for sexual violation/rape in 2016.15 Feb 10:26 PM
EditorialEditorial: White House reels from fresh crisisMichael Flynn's resignation almost certainly will not be the last scene in the spectacular opening act of President Donald Trump's administration.15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDefence force steps up help for Chch firesPeople, including Defence Force firefighters, and equipment is being deployed to help contain the wildfires.15 Feb 04:26 AM
New ZealandCharges dropped against peace activistsNine out of 15 peace activists are walking free from the Wellington District Court, after the charges against them were dropped.14 Feb 12:44 AM
New ZealandProtests outside peace protesters' trialProtesters have gathered outside the Wellington District Court where 15 peace protesters are on trial.12 Feb 08:16 PM
New ZealandDefence Force assists six men on stricken vesselThe New Zealand Defence Force has dropped emergency supplies to six men on board a Tongan fishing boat after its engine failed.04 Feb 05:08 AM
WorldRolf Harris jury considering sex verdictsHard to imagine a "harder or faster" fall from grace than that of Rolf Harris, says defence counsel. .01 Feb 07:22 PM
New ZealandNZDF crew mucks in for Antarctic missionA team of New Zealand Defence Force personnel have a big job ahead of them: helping off-load 3000 tonnes of cargo in the coldest, windiest, driest and most remote continent on Earth.26 Jan 04:15 AM
New ZealandElderly woman missing for six daysAbout 60 people - including police, firefighters and defence personnel - are continuing to search for an elderly Auckland woman who has been missing for six days.21 Jan 12:39 AM
New ZealandThe 'real' story of accidental hero LangeNew CIA files lend weight to claims that in 1984 new PM David Lange was working on a loophole big enough for the United States to sail a non-nuclear warship through.19 Jan 05:37 AM
New ZealandArmed forces join search for Pat WearnPatricia Wearn has Alzheimer's and hasn't been seen since Monday.18 Jan 09:33 PM
New ZealandSuppliers line up to provide air force kitOur next military transport could be built by Kawasaki. And the aircraft which patrol our maritime borders could come off the same factory line.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNavy ashore when Customs seeks helpOn half the occasions NZ Customs asked the Navy for help, it was told it couldn't because aircraft and ships were being maintained, repaired or replaced.06 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldAnger outside court as controversial case closesThe Israel Defence Force sergeant was found guilty of shooting a 21-year-old Palestinian05 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow four civilians joined NZ's SASFour men in four years have stepped off civvy street into the elite NZ Special Air Service after completing its gruelling selection course.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpy base secrets left in the openDetails of the construction of the top secret spy base at Tangimoana were filed with Archives New Zealand with no security rating.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandEyes on the spies: The secret historyOur intelligence agencies are so secretive that most of the stories we find out about are by accident.16 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldChina sends bomber message to USChina has flown a nuclear-capable bomber over disputed islands in what some see as a message to the US after Trump's controversial phone call.12 Dec 06:12 PM
New ZealandActor sex trial: Trial abortedThe trial for an actor charged with numerous sex crimes has been aborted after just two days for reasons which cannot be published.08 Dec 09:57 PM
New Zealand'Why didn't you say eff off you creep?'The acting coach accused of sex offences was teaching a woman to be "an actor, not a porn star", says the defence.08 Dec 01:04 AM
New ZealandChildcare assault charges: Name kept secretThe identity of a pre-school worker accused of force-feeding children in her care will be kept secret until at least her trial.06 Dec 03:25 AM
New ZealandWho's spying on Kim Dotcom now?Kim Dotcom saw a suspicious camera in an apartment opposite his home - and it turns out to be owned by NZ Customs and operated by the NZ Defence Force.04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandArmy truck in crash with Mongrel MobAn army truck was carrying live ammunition when it collided with a carload of Mongrel Mob Notorious members.01 Dec 06:45 AM
AirlinesWatch: Giant Brazilian jet targeting NZThe best of NZ Herald Business: Brazilian plane maker Embraer has developed a twin jet airlifter that is in the running to replace the RNZAF's aging Hercules.24 Nov 04:00 AM
OpinionBrian RudmanRudman: Defence needs to start on home frontCOMMENT: Three major shakes in South Island in the last six years, have highlighted how the enemy we are most likely to have to front is the one within.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi sailor denies burglary chargesA Kiwi sailor is on trial after a break-in at the home of a US naval officer in Pearl Harbour.21 Nov 09:53 PM
New Zealand30,000 bees rescued from KaikouraMilitary personnel have completed their buzziest mission yet after last week's monster earthquake, rescuing 30,000 bees.21 Nov 01:48 AM
New ZealandGrannies' peaceful protest: Make tea, not warGrannies poured tea as part of a peaceful protest at Auckland's Queens Wharf today.20 Nov 06:29 AM
OpinionJohn Key: Take a bow, New ZealandPrime Minister John Key writes exclusively for the Herald on Sunday after the Kaikoura earthquake.19 Nov 04:00 PM
