WorldAustralia vows to cut emissions by 62-70% by 2035PM Anthony Albanese says the pledge puts Australia’s interests and science first.18 Sep 03:26 AM
World12-million-year-old porpoise fossil found in PeruScientists say its condition offers rare insight into prehistoric porpoises.17 Sep 11:54 PM
WorldCould extinct dodo really walk the Earth again? Scientists say yesChickens have been engineered to lay eggs carrying reconstructed dodo DNA.17 Sep 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Funding switch': Where the $100 foreign tourist levy is really goingEnvironmental groups say more of the IVL revenue should go towards protecting nature.17 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldHeat deaths in Europe: Study links 16,500 fatalities to climate changeResearchers say climate change drove 16,500 heat deaths in Europe, mostly people 65-plus.17 Sep 04:51 AM
LifestyleWhat readers really love (and loathe) about living in ChristchurchHerald readers quick to point out the downsides of 'NZ's most liveable city'.17 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: The PM on ag returning to the classroomChristopher Luxon, Shane McManaway, Andrew Murray, Nicola Grigg, and Jeremy Rookes speak.17 Sep 02:06 AM
LifestyleBoss slammed over response to mum needing hospital leave for sick childBen Askins said the exchange showed a lack of empathy for working parents.17 Sep 12:32 AM
TravelWhy London's parks are more than meets the eye'Many Londoners aren’t aware of these charming places.'17 Sep 12:11 AM
TravelHate food festivals? Why this Aussie event may be perfect for youA truly great food festival is never just about the food. 17 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandMissing evacuation mapping a threat to SouthlandSouthland still lacks full evacuation maps despite recent tsunami alerts.15 Sep 10:45 PM
WorldBrazil's Amazon lost area the size of Spain in 40 years, study saysScientists warn the forest is nearing a tipping point of 20-25% loss.15 Sep 10:13 PM
WorldResidents force suspension of Machu Picchu rail serviceThe citadel receives about 4500 visitors daily, many from overseas.15 Sep 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldNorway tests first city-to-city electric plane flightThe electric Alia CX300 cut a 160km journey down to just 55 minutes.15 Sep 06:00 PM
WorldInside Spain’s rural revival: Foreign buyers, eco‑villages and new jobsSpain’s rural population fell 4.4% from 2014 to 2023 despite national growth.15 Sep 06:00 PM
WorldGreen bus shelters: How living roofs cool cities and support pollinatorsBoston says greening all 8000 shelters would add 7ha of green space.15 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleKing Charles’ secret refuge: A royal retreat deep in TransylvaniaCharles has visited Romania almost every year since his first trip in 1998.15 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Black Ferns cause for celebration, All Blacks not so muchOPINION: The Black Ferns lift our spirits after that All Blacks display.15 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAuckland Airport gets giant bird-proof pond after flooding disasterA new wetland the size of 14 Olympic pools aims to clean up stormwater.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandStill on the table: Bay of Islands marina awaits key developer decisionDevelopers have two years to decide whether to lodge a full application.15 Sep 05:00 AM
WorldClimate report: 1.5m Australians at risk from rising seas by 2050Property losses could hit A$611b by 2050 as coastal areas face flooding.15 Sep 02:12 AM
New ZealandPenguin crisis: Emergency fishing ban ordered off Otago PeninsulaNorthern hoiho numbers have plunged 80% since 2008 to just 143 breeding pairs.14 Sep 11:42 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington'Woke' uproar or 'catastrophic blow'? Shane Jones defends prospecting bid near Zealandia'No one has started mining the Basin Reserve, we’re talking about private property'.14 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandFood rescue milestone: Northland charity delivers 1m kg of kai to hungry homesWhakaora Kai has redistributed tonnes of food in Northland since 2017.14 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandRees Hotel fined $22k for selling illegal crayfish after MPI investigationGuests paid up to $7750 for the luxury crayfish trips in Fiordland.14 Sep 06:10 AM
WorldAgency moves to scrap emissions reporting in major climate rollbackMore than 8000 facilities have reported emissions annually since 2010.13 Sep 02:55 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAl Brown: I still get triggered by tiny things. I'd be lost without fishingHang out on Cornwallis Wharf with the fishing chef. 12 Sep 09:00 PM
TravelOne way to truly immerse yourself when visiting NepalTired of being a tourist? It may be time to try this travel approach. 12 Sep 07:30 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Regional Council - will the cyclone define this year’s election?Hawke’s Bay Today asked all HBRC candidates how they thought council handled the cyclone.12 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandFisherman fined $15k for illegal trawl through marine reserveKelly Gavin Scoles trawled 16km through the protected Kahurangi Marine Reserve.12 Sep 09:31 AM
WellingtonShock as gold exploration bid lodged next to Zealandia ecosanctuaryThe proposed 1.4sq km exploration site directly borders Zealandia's sanctuary fence.12 Sep 02:47 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAuckland Airport, Allevia Hospital Epsom latest to probe asbestos door scarePacific Door Systems said last month it had become aware of 'contamination issues'.12 Sep 01:00 AM
TravelA toast to tradition: Munich's enduring love affair with beer The Hallertau region is the world's largest hop-producing area. 12 Sep 12:30 AM
New Zealand'What community care looks like': Offroading club helps remove close to 400 tyres from riverbankThe 4X4 club, whose oldest member is 24, plans to make it a monthly event. 11 Sep 10:48 PM
