New Zealand'He had big plans': Farmer killed in crash was planning marriage proposal Tony Fox, 34, died when a car hit a power pole on SH2 near Karangahake.11 Dec 05:00 PM
All BlacksAll Blacks star dominates NZ Rugby awardsArdie Savea has taken out New Zealand's biggest rugby prize for the third time.11 Dec 08:00 AM
New Zealand'He's not like others': Ten-year-old goes viral for mowing kaumātua lawns for freeYoung boys usually enjoy playing video games, but not Harry Muru-Kete, his dad says.11 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice charge three over Hamilton copper theftsThe alleged thefts targeted reels of copper at a Frankton commercial site.11 Dec 02:42 AM
BusinessLost in transition: The businesses trapped by New Zealand's energy crisisGas supply has fallen about 45% in six years as prices for industry double.11 Dec 02:36 AM
New ZealandState Highway 2 to get new $64m+ bridge, Bishop announcesConstruction of the two-lane bridge is expected to start in mid-2027.11 Dec 01:02 AM
New ZealandBrave 7-year-old takes on Tryathlon after major health battleThe Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon series has involved over 500,000 children since 1992.10 Dec 10:24 PM
TravelWeak dollar and 'Everyone Must Go' help push tourism near pre-Covid peakAustralian arrivals hit 1.5 million in the year to October, up 153,000.10 Dec 10:17 PM
New Zealand'Must be dismissed': Pregnant mum-of-five who stole $500k loses bid to get out of jail Ariana Thompson-Bell argued the 55% discount to her sentence was inadequate. 10 Dec 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Safe and well': Missing boy, 7, found after spending night away from homeThe boy's mum had earlier made a desperate plea for his safe return. 10 Dec 04:23 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Summer traditions can steady us in an unsettled worldOPINION: Summer getaways offer stressed Kiwis rare time to slow down and reconnect.10 Dec 04:00 PM
RacingElectron out to turn Ōtaki mile spark into Te Rapa Group 2 successElectron already owns Group 3 placings in the Cuddle and Easter miles.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCop named after being convicted of pepper spray assault on speeding motoristThe constable had applied for a discharge without conviction, but a judge declined it.10 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandDrugged driver ignored pleas to stop as he drove car across train tracks, killing three friendsNorton Sowerby tried to deny he was the driver when speaking to police after the crash.10 Dec 01:27 AM
PremiumPremiumDynamic BusinessInside the $100m Kotahitanga fund bid to scale the Māori economyAdrian Orr’s return helped draw major sovereign wealth funds to New Zealand.09 Dec 10:10 PM
New Zealand'Massive achievement': Kiwi Titus Proctor claims second world title at 21He becomes the first New Zealand male to hold the WBC Muay Thai world belt.09 Dec 05:31 PM
Rugby World Cup'Dream scenario': The Kiwis leading Hong Kong China to 2027 Rugby World Cup against the All BlacksThe Kiwis in Hong Kong China's team are excited at the prospect of facing the All Blacks.09 Dec 05:20 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailMobil self-service petrol stations launched to rival Z Energy and WaitomoThe business plans to convert 14 Mobil sites to the new model by the end of 2025.09 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Mistaken vigilante justice': Autistic man violently attacked on the street by trioThe victim was pushed to the ground, then kicked and punched in the head and chest.09 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandPrincipal defends $18.5k Queenstown trip as Auditor-General flags schools' travel spendingOther flagged trips include a $29,458 overseas tour and family travel to Rarotonga. 09 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Take extra care': Fire crews battle vegetation blaze by Karāpiro highwayCambridge, Tīrau and Matamata crews are there with three fire engines and a water tanker.09 Dec 04:33 AM
New ZealandStreet racer avoids conviction after injuring spectator during burnoutThe victim was hit and launched into the air before landing heavily on the road.09 Dec 03:53 AM
New Zealand'Vision finally becomes reality': Waikato medical school build beginsThe school will offer New Zealand's first graduate-entry programme.08 Dec 08:06 PM
New ZealandAuditors call out NZ schools for spending on boat cruises, travel for principalsAuditors flagged thousands spent on cruises, overseas trips and staff retreats.08 Dec 07:37 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: How much did retailers Anne and David Norman pay for ex-Beca House?The last 2025 column, reporting on the billionaire Normans and a big building deal.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSweltering summer temperatures continue for NZ with more heat alerts possibleTemperatures are forecast to remain in the low 20s to high 30s during the next few days.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSizzling start to summer as temperatures climb to 34C in North Island, heat alert issuedA heat alert has been issued for Gisborne as temperatures push into the 30s.07 Dec 08:15 PM
Auckland'How can this happen?': Murder charge after lunchtime violence in Auckland's suburbiaA 21-year-old man has been charged with murder after an altercation between motorists.07 Dec 02:51 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain and gales to hit South Island as temperatures soar in NZ's eastMost South Island weather watches and warnings are due to lift early tomorrow morning. 07 Dec 12:26 AM
New ZealandPensioner left in agony as taxi to clinic takes three hours to arriveSt John and Age Concern Auckland are now investigating the lengthy delay.07 Dec 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe offspring: How heirs to Kiwi family fortunes earn their keep Meet the heirs of New Zealand's wealthiest families.06 Dec 02:19 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Our Heroes of 2025 – the Herald's top picksWe honour the best in news, sport, business and entertainment.05 Dec 04:00 PM
RacingThe King of Spring ready to carry career-best form into summerWaitak ticks a lot of boxes heading into first Group 1 race of summer.05 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We don't need a rates cap; What a life sentence to hand to our youngOPINION: Readers hot on the issue of Govt rejecting NZ's emission reduction targets.05 Dec 04:00 PM
