New ZealandLive: Highways blocked, motorists trapped, rivers rising as heavy rain hits BoPAn orange rain warning is in place for the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel Peninsula.09 May 05:02 AM
New ZealandActing Auckland Mayor says council has learned from mistakes made during January floodsIt's a case of keep calm and carry on, says Desley Simpson.09 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandTeen motocross rider airlifted to hospital from Tokoroa in critical conditionSouth Waikato Motorcycle Club said the crash happened at their first meet for the year.09 May 01:49 AM
New ZealandAuckland declares state of emergency: What it means for youAuckland's state of emergency explained.09 May 01:25 AM
New ZealandOne student still missing in cave after school group got trappedHerald understands one student is still trapped.09 May 12:20 AM
New ZealandGeraldine triple-fatal crash: Police confirm the deceased were all from Singapore'None of us had been to anything that major in recent times.'08 May 09:25 PM
New ZealandPassenger made 111 call before campervan burst into flames, killing all three occupants"None of us had been to anything that major in recent times."05 May 02:54 AM
New ZealandFocus: High-speed crash leaves destruction in Te AtatuThe driver walked away from the high-speed crash on Te Atatu Rd, in West Auckland, overnight before being taken away by police. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 May 05:14 PM
New ZealandWatch: Landslide rips through home: 'The sink is up in the air''Dad heard this noise and thought “what was that?'03 May 11:07 PM
KahuMarae containers packed with emergency supplies for top of the south MāoriThe containers house generators, portable loos and showers and BBQs.03 May 07:13 PM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentIkea-linked Dutch forestry giants buy 1600ha more landMinisterial inquiry into destructive slash examining what needs to change.03 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandPerson dies after incident with tractor on Auckland propertyPolice say family of the person killed in rural tragedy are being supported.29 Apr 07:27 AM
New ZealandFour injured, two seriously in Taupō campervan crashTraffic management is in place and motorists should expect delays.29 Apr 02:55 AM
New ZealandPedestrian in serious condition after hit by car outside Auckland HospitalA witness said they could see someone lying on the ground covered in blood.28 Apr 05:18 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist remains in critical condition after Sunday crashPolice have confirmed he wasn’t wearing a helmet or any protective clothing.28 Apr 02:22 AM
New ZealandTwo seriously injured after Raglan crashTwo helicopters were dispatched to the scene.27 Apr 06:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDavid Fisher: The real problem with cops, plate-tracking and facial recognition techAnalysis: Police failed on two occasions to put in place safety nets for new technology.27 Apr 02:19 AM
New ZealandFirefighters battle ‘well-involved’ house fire in Blockhouse Bay, AucklandThe fire, which started in the roof, was reported to Fenz around 4.30pm.26 Apr 05:40 AM
New ZealandOne dead after motorcycle crash on Kaipara Coast HighwayThe crash was reported about 12.45pm this afternoon.25 Apr 09:00 AM
New ZealandMultiple Anzac Day crashes as holiday-makers attempt to return homeTwo people died and multiple people were seriously injured in crashes across the country.25 Apr 08:59 AM
New ZealandFlood-impacted Rissington holds Anzac service amid silt and debrisThe community has 'had it pretty rough' but knows the importance of remembering Anzac Day.25 Apr 03:17 AM
New ZealandHorizons starting flood resilience projectsThe work in Whanganui is expected to get under way in mid-May.23 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow to rebuild Hawke's Bay after Cyclone GabrielleOPINION: There is no such thing as a 'stable' area on the East Coast, writes Cam Wylie.23 Apr 03:08 AM
New ZealandArrest after person rushed to hospital following shooting in West AucklandPolice swooped on an address in Triangle Rd shortly before 10pm.22 Apr 06:52 PM
New ZealandTwo pedestrians injured, road partially closed after crashThe pair were struck by the vehicle just before 6.30pm.22 Apr 07:35 AM
New ZealandOne person critical following motorcycle crash in Hawke’s BayThe crash occurred on State Highway 2 this afternoon.22 Apr 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionEnvironment Minister allows Auckland Council reprieve on Government intensification push after floods, cyclone'Extension to enable staff to investigate flooding impacts and its implications': Parker21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlood fallout: Council plots new build rules for storm-lashed areasPeople want a home they don't have to flee when dark clouds gather, says Lyall Carter.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: PM Hipkins reacts to findings from the IPCA investigation into the Parliament protestPM Chris Hipkins reacts to the findings from the IPCA investigation into the Parliament protest while on a visit to Auckland's Chelsea Sugar Factory. Video / NZ HeraldWatch20 Apr 01:23 AM
New ZealandWait times increase at Whanganui Hospital's emergency department'It’s not really a quick, simple answer as to why those waiting times have increased.'19 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services responding to three-car crash on SH3Waka Kotahi are warning delays in the area are likely.19 Apr 05:40 AM
New ZealandAuckland floods: Council chief executive apologises over poor storm responseThere was scrambling on a massive scale by mid-afternoon, said Phil Wilson.18 Apr 06:12 AM
New ZealandState Highway 3 closed after serious crash in TaranakiEmergency services rushed to the scene around 4.20pm.18 Apr 05:37 AM
New ZealandThree killed in rented campervan crash; fire brigade speak on devastating call-outThe Herald understands the occupants are from overseas.16 Apr 11:34 PM
