PremiumPremiumSportAuckland stadium debate: Eden Park’s hosting of councillors comes under scrutinyThe revelations come ahead of a crucial vote on Auckland’s future stadium strategy.22 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandHeathrow Airport on fire, Western Springs Speedway revs up for a final lap | NZ Herald News UpdateHeathrow Airport is closed due to a fire breaking out. PM Luxon has touched back down on home soil after a productive trip to India. Western Springs Speedway closes its doors.Watch21 Mar 07:53 PM
New ZealandBrakes pumped on SH3 speed limit increase'The minister and NZTA have heard us.'21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo backing down for Napier health services protestA Napier health services protest rally will start on Sunday at 1pm, at the Sound Shell.21 Mar 02:57 AM
New ZealandWater-saving efforts: Dargaville adapts to severe drought measuresDargaville's water use dropped by 166,000 litres a day under level-four restrictions.20 Mar 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘Step backwards’: MP’s equal voting rights bill challengedIwi group leaders argue the bill ignores political disadvantages faced by Māori.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGreen shoots: Hundertwasser Art Centre hopes to arrest its financial lossesThe centre had 13,000 visitors in the last six months of 2024 and 12,500 this year.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCar wreck left on Havelock North hill for months: ‘Someone will get squashed’The hatchback came off the road coming down the peak on December 20, 2024.20 Mar 02:12 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyS&P cuts councils' credit ratings - will their borrowing costs rise?Strength of Local Government Funding Agency counters risks. 18 Mar 04:56 PM
New ZealandLGxit: Another council legs it from LGNZWestern Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer highlighted LGNZ's support for elected members.18 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsJesus ‘very well might support Act’: David SeymourThe party would endorse a mayoral candidate if Christ hypothetically came back to stand.17 Mar 10:35 PM
New ZealandTokoroa receives biggest housing boost since the 1970sStrathmore Park is expected to deliver 187 homes in stages.17 Mar 07:26 PM
New ZealandPrime Minister's India trip and Act reveals local body election move | NZ Herald News UpdateNarendra Modi calls for Christopher Luxon's support to address anti-India activities in New Zealand and Act reveals it is looking for candidates to run in local body elections.Watch17 Mar 06:09 PM
Politics‘Time for a clean-out’: Act reveals major election moveDavid Seymour is expected to speak to media later about the announcement.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua’s suggested ‘rates swap’ labelled ‘unfair’ by deputy mayorDeputy mayor says it makes district council look like "bad guys" with a rates rise.16 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand$180m retirement village approved under fast-track consent'The economic impacts of the development are significant.'16 Mar 08:09 PM
New ZealandThree to tango: Council pitching multi-council water delivery'Time is going to go fast. We need to hear from you.'16 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Eroding a democracy’: Backlash over community board changesWestern Bay council proposes three boards to improve representation and reduce rates.15 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Roaming freely’: Dogs linked to spate of kiwi deaths in Bay of IslandsConservation groups are frustrated by ongoing kiwi deaths in the area.15 Mar 08:12 PM
New Zealand‘Battered and bullied’: Ex-council boss ends five-year pool battle with councilCouple reached a confidential agreement days before a Supreme Court hearing.15 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandLandfill lament: Region's yearly recycling mistakes could fill a cruise shipWhy organics are the biggest waste challenge in Hawke's Bay.15 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow to keep NZ water park afloat: ‘Your customers get a bit bored’Hanmer Springs has turned profits for 25 years, while Splash Planet leaks ratepayer cash.14 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandResidents criticise mayor for inconsistency over ‘s*** deal’ Tauranga Mayor Mahe Drysdale called the marine precinct sale a ‘s... deal’.13 Mar 09:16 PM
New ZealandNorth Mole regeneration project may need extra fundingThe project received $876,250 from MBIE's Tourism Infrastructure Fund.13 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandEels returned to stream after being dumped at compost facility'Any live eels that have hitchhiked to BioRich are collected and returned to the stream.'13 Mar 02:02 AM
New ZealandWellington mayor opens up on resilience, battling challenges at eventTory Whanau considered quitting because of the public challenges she faced.13 Mar 02:02 AM
New ZealandOperation Trolley: Why Rotorua’s top cop says opposition workedPolice positive that many homeless had since referred to agencies. 12 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Most fundamental’ change: LGNZ urges end to postal votingLocal leaders want postal voting replaced with voting booths for future elections.12 Mar 09:10 PM
New ZealandHundreds sign petition to keep busy stretch of highway 80km/hMayor is urging NZTA for safety improvements on the highway stretch.12 Mar 07:48 PM
KahuWhy $155m Whānau Ora shake-up has left many in shockNew agencies will replace them in July, two in the North Island.12 Mar 07:02 PM
New ZealandNgāti Tūwharetoa and Taupō District Council move in togetherThe entities are now under the same roof in He Whare Hono ō Tūwharetoa.12 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandUser pays an option to fund Dublin St replacementThe bridge is regularly inspected for safety.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Third World’: Northland town water restrictions spark concernsRainfall in February was less than 10% of the expected amount in Dargaville.12 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe rise of the influencer – and how NZ tourism operators are trying to cash inTwo of our four major cities have spent tens of thousands on social media influencers.12 Mar 04:00 PM
