New ZealandWatch: Full video emerges of 'hate crime' vandalism of Auckland's rainbow crossingHooded and masked vandals can be seen filming themselves painting over rainbow crossing.28 Mar 08:03 PM
New ZealandGisborne brawl deaths: Gang leaders involved in peace talks ahead of tangi for fight victimDozens of people are at tangi for one of two men killed in 21st birthday party tragedy.28 Mar 05:39 AM
New ZealandGisborne brawl deaths: Tangi under way for victimThe incident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured.28 Mar 01:20 AM
New ZealandEaster Weekend weather: Bring out winter woolies, as rain, snow and winds forecastMost of the North Island will see rain at times during the long weekend.27 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne brawl deaths: Assault charge upgraded to cause grievous bodily harmIncident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured27 Mar 03:24 AM
New ZealandNI holidaymakers should prepare for heavy rain, gusty winds, harbour bridge restrictionsMost of the North Island will see rain at times during the long weekend.27 Mar 02:27 AM
New ZealandGisborne rainbow crossing restored after Destiny churchgoers paint it white'We’re thrilled the rainbow crossing was repainted overnight' - Mayor.27 Mar 01:06 AM
New Zealand'Arrest us': Protesters clash after Destiny Church members paint over rainbow crossingRehette Stoltz says she plans to seek reparations from the group.25 Mar 09:29 PM
New ZealandFocus: Gang member killed in Gisborne birthday brawlBlack Power member Kane Taare Gray has been named as one of those who died. Video / NZHeraldWatch25 Mar 08:45 PM
New ZealandGisborne brawl, mental health calls and Cyclone Gabrielle review | Focus Morning Bulletin March 26, 2024Gang member killed in Gisborne brawl named, cops prepare to pull back from distress calls and the Prime Minister addresses findings of Cyclone Gabrielle review in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZHeraldWatch25 Mar 06:47 PM
KahuTe Tai Rāwhiti, he pērā, ka whiti mai te rā - The East Coast, like that, the sun will riseHarata Gibson calls for all groups to come together to mourn after Gisborne party deaths.25 Mar 06:01 PM
New Zealand'Loving dad': Man killed in Gisborne party brawl had recently become a fatherThe brawl was sparked when two uninvited guests turned up at a 21st birthday celebration.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragically taken': Man celebrating 21st birthday and gang member killed in Gisborne brawlFamily members said he was 'taken from us on what was meant to be his special night'.25 Mar 03:38 AM
New Zealand'I heard all the screaming': Neighbour describes mass brawl that killed twoA neighbour says she saw a lot of young people involved in the brawl.24 Mar 10:13 PM
New ZealandFocus: Gisborne 21st birthday deathsAbout 100 people were involved in a massive fight in Gisborne after two gatecrashers arrived at a 21st birthday party. Two people were killed and three others were critically injured. Video / TVNZ / NZHeraldWatch24 Mar 07:22 PM
New ZealandPort plans, Gisborne brawl and SailGP | Focus Morning Bulletin March 25, 2024Prominent figures oppose plan for Port of Auckland, what is believed to have started the fatal mass brawl in Gisborne and SailGP CEO Sir Russell Coutts faces backlash in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / TVNZ / SailGPWatch24 Mar 06:36 PM
KahuMāori students honoured with scholarships and awards for outstanding achievementsGisborne's C-Company Memorial House hosted the 13 achievers for 2024.24 Mar 05:59 PM
New ZealandMan to appear in court after 21st party brawl leaves two deadGangs are believed to be involved in the incident, but not 'at war', city councillor says.24 Mar 05:44 PM
New ZealandHomicide investigation after brawl at 21st birthday leaves two deadThe mass brawl took place in Gisborne.24 Mar 03:11 AM
New ZealandFamily members of two dead gather at scene of mass brawlThree people are in a critical condition at Gisborne Hospital, which is in lockdown.24 Mar 12:06 AM
KahuBrian Tamaki cancels drag queen event created by ex-Destiny Church memberTamaki's team will put pressure on Hastings and Gisborne libraries to follow Rotorua.20 Mar 10:35 PM
KahuSean Wainui’s widow speaks of a ‘man of mana’ as the whānau unveils his beautiful headstoneThe widow of Sean Wainui has spoken for the first time of her devastating loss.18 Mar 04:10 PM
New ZealandPolo? Yolo! Meet legend of the sport Curly, still got it at 77Phillip 'Curly' Thompson is still playing polo at the age of 77.15 Mar 04:00 PM
Media and marketingNZME buys Gisborne Herald newspaper and websiteThe newspaper has served as a 'cornerstone' of Tairāwhiti for 150 years.11 Mar 09:15 PM
KahuTairāwhiti conservationist discovers new mānuka speciesGraeme Atkins confirms new manuka species 20 years after initial find.10 Mar 10:38 PM
New ZealandAudits on forestry practices will improve: industryInternational attention is continuing to hone in on forestry practices on the East Coast.05 Mar 09:38 PM
New ZealandMan says drugs were for own use - his safe password suggested otherwiseDrug seller claims money was from orchard work, building and pokies.27 Feb 05:00 AM
KahuTe Matatini 2025: 12 groups qualify from Mātaatua, Ngāti Kahungunu and Te Tauihu regionalsTwelve kapa groups from Mātaatua qualify for Te Matatini 2025.25 Feb 05:25 PM
New ZealandRain on its way for Auckland, set to spoil Black Caps T20Meteorologist's gloomy forecast spells doom for cricket fans today.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpoiler alert: Final T20 match in doubt due to dire weather forecastCricket fans are set to pay for today’s sun-soaked day.23 Feb 11:51 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessEast Coast's forestry nightmare: One year after Cyclone GabrielleMore than 160,000 tonnes of debris have been removed but foresters have a bigger worry.15 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandExplained: The bigger picture behind the Port Hills fireWith most of summer over, NZ is only beginning to get its most dangerous fire conditions.14 Feb 11:44 PM
KahuAt 5am, the siren sounded during which a karanga was heardTe Karaka remembers the night Gabrielle changed their lives forever.14 Feb 10:58 PM
KahuGisborne remembers as Gabrielle's wounds still impact communitiesCrowds acknowledge a year since Cyclone Gabrielle struck Tairāwhiti.14 Feb 10:45 PM