PremiumPremiumPropertySurprise find under 153-year-old Auckland university buildingA well dating back to the 1800s and a stone plaque were found during building restoration.20 Oct 11:00 PM
WorldMagnitude 6.1 quake hits southern PhilippinesIt happened a week after two major quakes killed at least eight people in Mindanao.17 Oct 01:59 AM
WorldMagnitude 6.5 quake hits Indonesia's Papua, USGS saysPacific Tsunami Warning Centre in Hawaii said there was no threat of a tsunami.16 Oct 06:59 AM
PremiumNew Zealand'Common sense': Law change could see third of Bay’s quake-prone buildings deemed safe04 Oct 05:00 PM
WorldDeath toll rises to 31 after strong quake and aftershocks hit central Philippines30 Sep 04:53 PM
Herald NOWOverhaul of quake-prone building systemMinister for Building and Construction Chris Penk and MacAlister Heights bodycorp chair Mel Johnston discuss the overhaul of quake-prone building system.Watch29 Sep 06:29 PM
Herald NOWNZ Herald Morning News Update | Reset for quake-prone buildings and concerns over healthcare gapsNZ Herald Morning News Update | Reset for quake-prone buildings, concerns grow over gaps in healthcare and Luxon urges against oil and gas ban.Watch29 Sep 06:05 PM
New ZealandEarthquake-prone building system changes revealedPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Building & Construction Minister Chris Penk unveil significant changes to New Zealand’s earthquake-prone building system. Video / Mark MitchellWatch29 Sep 03:27 AM
PoliticsIs your property impacted? Earthquake-prone building system changes revealedThe decision follows a review of the ratings system.29 Sep 12:58 AM
New Zealand'Hazardous tsunami waves' possible after eastern Russia quake, no threat to NZHazardous tsunami waves possible within 1000km of epicentre, says US Geological Survey. 18 Sep 07:27 PM
WorldMagnitude 7.4 quake strikes off Russia's far east, tsunami warning cancelled'Hazardous' waves thought possible along coasts within 300km of the quake's epicentre.13 Sep 03:56 AM
ChristchurchNew plan to rebuild quake-hit Christchurch cathedral – but still years from reopeningChrist Church Cathedral has been shut for 14 years - since the February 2011 earthquake.10 Sep 11:00 PM
WorldAfghanistan earthquake aftershocks cause more injuries and damageThe injuries come after more than 2200 people died in the initial magnitude-6.0 quake.05 Sep 11:40 PM
WorldDays after quake, Afghan survivors still await aidAftershocks and rockfalls hinder rescue efforts in remote areas.03 Sep 08:36 PM
WorldTaliban call for international aid as Afghan earthquake toll tops 1400Rescuers struggle to access impacted regions with roads blocked after landslides. 02 Sep 07:09 PM
World'Fear and tension': Afghan villages devastated by 6.0 quakeInjured transported to hospitals, roads blocked, hindering access.01 Sep 06:12 PM
New Zealand'That was a goody': Two earthquakes rattle Wellington, South IslandA magnitude 4.8 quake struck the top of the South Island and a 3.1 shook Canterbury.30 Aug 06:55 PM
New ZealandThe essential item that’s 900% more expensive than in 2000Insurance costs have risen 916% since 2000, leading price increases.26 Aug 07:32 PM
New Zealand'Hazardous' regional waves possible after major Drake Passage quake, no tsunami risk for NZThe Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre says hazardous tidal waves are possible in Chile.22 Aug 03:37 AM
New Zealand'Very sorry': NEMA addresses phone alert confusion during tsunami warningSome received up to 50 alerts due to phone reboots and network changes.20 Aug 12:58 AM
Personal FinanceTower does more risk-based pricing - targets properties vulnerable to slips and sea surgesAround 10% of the insurer's customers will face a median rise of $230 a year.19 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldQueensland-based Kiwis react to 5.6 magnitude quakeMore than 9000 people reported feeling the tremors across Southeast Queensland.16 Aug 03:19 AM
New ZealandThousands feel 4.9 quake in Hawke's Bay'That was easily the biggest shake I have experienced.'13 Aug 05:58 AM
WorldDamage to Turkey's Balikesir province after a 6.1-magnitude quakeBuildings have been destroyed and damaged in the Balikesir province after a 6.1-magnitude quake that struck Sindirgi in western Turkey.Watch10 Aug 07:01 PM
New Zealand'Stress being released': Scientists monitor earthquake clusterA Government agency has recorded 34 earthquakes in the same spot this week.07 Aug 08:03 AM
New Zealand'I jumped as much as the house': 3.8 quake rattles WhanganuiTremor was felt as far north as Ohakune and as far east as Palmerston North.07 Aug 05:13 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturnNumbers are down but thousands of new homes are being built by the leaders in the sector.06 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandMagnitude 4.7 earthquake rattles Bay of PlentyThe rumble was registered at a depth of 127km.05 Aug 05:49 AM
