New ZealandEnd of an era for Dannevirke NewsDannevirke's newspaper archives have a new home.31 Jan 11:33 PM
KahuSettlers Day organisers pull the plug on planned eventOrganisers of the European Settlers Day event on Waitangi Day pull the plug.30 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandChinese settlement included in school curriculumMulticultural origins explored through lens of Otago Chinese migrants.22 Jan 05:52 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'More fondly remembered than she is now' - How will history judge Ardern’s legacy?How will our kids and grandkids remember Jacinda Ardern? And, one day, how will we?21 Jan 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Mind-blown': Julia Roberts' 150-year family secretThe Hollywood star has uncovered the truth about her past.12 Jan 07:09 PM
EntertainmentDocumentary marks anniversary of first Otago migrant shipThe first migrant ship from Europe arrived in Otago 175 years ago.10 Jan 01:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland’s historic Wintergarden gets new lease of life with $7.5m makeoverSeismic strengthening will also make the popular attraction safer for visitors.01 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldJack the Ripper’s true face finally revealedThe suspected face of notorious serial killer Jack the Ripper has been uncovered.29 Dec 08:57 PM
TravelLessons from the past: Stepping out of the comfort zone on a luxury cruiseThe argument for facing the truth of history on holiday.21 Dec 05:00 PM
TravelA city with a past: Unearthing scandals and secrets in WhanganuiThere's no time like the present to air Whanganui's dirty laundry.26 Nov 10:29 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldCold War sexpionage: The Stasi spies who traded romance for secretsTimes: What’s the best way to spy on your enemies? Sleep with their secretaries.22 Nov 11:00 PM
Travel‘Shame!’ Tourist caught walking on Mayan ruins mobbed by crowdFrightening scenes emerged of a tourist bein led through jeering crowds. in Mexico.22 Nov 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelInside the house of Frida Kahlo, and other Mexico City must-seesCoyoacán’s house museums offer a window into the neighbourhood’s artistic history.14 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuNew study suggests Māori settlers arrived in 13th centuryToday's study used updated radiocarbon technology at 436 archaeological sites.08 Nov 01:01 AM
New ZealandFocus: Emotional moment PM Ardern visits ‘childhood hero’ Shackleton's HutAn emotional Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern explores her 'childhood hero' Ernest Shackleton's hut and speaks on the duty of care Aotearoa has to the preservation. Video / Mike ScottWatch27 Oct 04:21 PM
TravelLady of the lake's birthday cruise: TSS Earnslaw turns 110A birthday party for the grand old lady of the lake celebrated heritage and the future.18 Oct 02:11 AM
New ZealandSpecial report: NZSAS takes fresh look at historic link to 'murderers'Historical links to the Forest Rangers and Gustavus von Tempsky cause NZSAS discomfort.02 Oct 04:00 PM
RoyalsFirst coins featuring King Charles unveiledThe king is depicted without a crown on the new coins.30 Sep 06:41 PM
KahuErosion threatens to wash away secrets of the pastThis is not a renewable resource, and we risk losing a lot forever.30 Sep 12:58 AM
KahuMāwai Hākona kapa haka group reflect on te reo Māori journeyMāwai Hākona won the second year of the Polynesian Festival in Rotorua in 1973.17 Sep 09:47 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuWhite wash? New claims on what the Treaty of Waitangi really meantBritish sovereignty and Maori self-government were supposed to co-exist, says author.02 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe baby farmer: Dark tale of the Dunedin woman who adopted unwanted babiesUgly truth about enterprise laid bare in November 1890 when police raided her house.28 Aug 03:07 AM
WorldGolf balls 'are the product of colonial exploitation'The game was 'imposed' around the world by the British Empire, says major university.26 Aug 05:43 AM
OpinionColonial environmental damage: Why it's time NZ faced up to its pastEuropean settlers transformed "wild untamed nature" into "productive land" in the 1800s.05 Jul 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMargot McRae: Character areas won't provide affordable homesOPINION: 'This legislation will scatter bad housing randomly across the city.'26 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOscar Sims: Inner suburb density will improve affordabilityOPINION: 'Let young New Zealanders live within a convenient distance of their needs.'26 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'It would've bought you a house': The single Kiwi banknote once worth $15,000Specimen banknote once changed hands for almost $100,000.17 Jun 08:00 PM
EntertainmentAncient Greeks exhibition on in AucklandExhibition is largest selection of Classical world artefacts loaned by Brit Museum to NZ.11 Jun 02:34 AM
New ZealandFocus: Auckland Museum's latest Ancient Greeks exhibitionEncounter the fascinating civilisation of the Ancient Greeks, and the Athletes, Warriors, and Heroes that laid a legacy still influential millennia later. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Jun 12:00 AM
WorldMystery over climber's death solved as boot emerges 50 years laterReinhold Messner says discovery sets record straight about death of brother in Himalayas.10 Jun 11:36 PM
New ZealandWhy does the university still hold the remains? Skull sparks questionsA skull has sparked controversy more than 90 years on from a grisly murder.04 Jun 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuHistories of NZ can cause friction between cultures if not delivered rightNorthland education experts reflect on the teaching of the new NZ history curriculum.03 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPetition to officially name country Aotearoa delivered to ParliamentThe document has 70,000 signatures backing the name change.02 Jun 08:41 AM
New ZealandBehind the photo: Muhammad Ali on Queen StHow a former Herald photographer snapped the legendary pic of the world heavyweight champ.31 May 03:59 AM
