EnvironmentDeadly disease kills 100-year-old tree despite vaccinationThe fatal and fast-spreading disease was found to be present in the Waikato in February.02 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Must be all that rich food': Council cleaner reveals the worst toilet users, and how she handles it'It can be quite amusing to watch ... it's not so amusing to clean up.'27 Dec 11:00 PM
KahuHorizons formally opposes Treaty Principles BillHorizons Regional Council votes to oppose the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in April 2024?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.22 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandLife of an Animal Control officer: 'I have never seen a person on the streets with a skinny dog''Section sizes have shrunk but all dogs need exercise, no matter what breed they are.'22 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Local Government Act needs urgent reform for accountabilityOPINION: The act has critical deficiencies that undermine its goals.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRainbow connection: Should new crossing have had official opening?A pride advocate is upset an opening hasn't been held for Tauranga's new rainbow crossing.20 Dec 01:31 AM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking' report: Council land acquisition from mana whenua detailedGisborne adopts a new strategy after revealing historical land disputes.19 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘I wasn’t being Green’: Tory Whanau admits she has upset her baseThe mayor ends the year with her legacy project intact but other plans in tatters. 18 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandFluoride-free water option 'waste of time', campaigner saysTauranga City Council is still undecided about providing a fluoride-free water supply.18 Dec 04:05 PM
KahuRiver safety plan pushes 'behaviour change''It's not about bylaws, it's about educating people.'18 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Business resignations another blow for Tory Whanau’s leadershipOPINION: The mayor's special business group had held such potential.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSilt Recovery Taskforce finishes restoring 7000 hectares of landMore than 2.5 million cubic metres of silt removed from Hawke’s Bay17 Dec 02:42 AM
OpinionChristmas message from Bernie WandenMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden.17 Dec 01:47 AM
PoliticsRoads in, social housing out as Govt forces councils ‘back to basics’The Government hopes to rein in years of high rates rises with its 'back to basics' drive.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsThe winners and losers of local politics - who is at risk at next year's elections?On the Tiles: Local Edition runs through the big political winners and losers of 2024.13 Dec 12:49 AM
New Zealand'Everyone's had a guts-full': Dargaville residents rail against water rulesResidents blame Kaipara District Council inaction on water supply for summer restrictions.12 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandHas this beloved golf course been saved? Depends who you askA heated council debate includes claims of 'coercion' and 'disrespectful' behaviour.11 Dec 04:03 PM
KahuCouncil's alcohol policy targets harm in 23 high-crime suburbsHealth advocates praise Auckland's new policy, aiming to curb alcohol-related harm.09 Dec 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: ‘Our Eiffel Tower’ - why Wellington should fight to save the City to Sea bridgeOPINION: Saving Wellington's City to Sea Bridge is about saving what we really value.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News UpdateThe fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.Watch06 Dec 07:15 PM
KahuJoin the debate: New iwi-council agreement proposed in WhanganuiWhanganui Council to discuss world-first indigenous-council partnership at public events.05 Dec 06:10 PM
PremiumPremiumDynamic BusinessOliver Hartwich: From comedy dreams to reshaping NZ public policyDr Oliver Hartwich, head of The New Zealand Initiative, pushes for improved education policy.05 Dec 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Too old': Local board chairman claims 'ageism' forced him to quit the roleThe Waihī Beach Community Board chairman stepped down at a tense meeting.05 Dec 12:25 AM
New ZealandThe tiny town being bowled for progressAuckland Council plans for 60,000 new residents in Drury, sparking mixed local reactions.04 Dec 07:06 PM
New ZealandCouncil reinstates berm mowing on main routes after community outcryHorowhenua District Council votes 8-3 to partially reinstate berm mowing.02 Dec 10:50 PM
New ZealandNew CEO has spent 30 years with Matamata councilManaia Te Wiata has been the council's group manager for business support for 30 years.02 Dec 02:42 AM
PoliticsChris Hipkins speaks at close of Labour’s annual conferenceLeader Chris Hipkins addressed Labour Party members at his party’s annual conference in Christchurch, as the party inches closer to campaigning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Dec 02:43 AM
PoliticsLabour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media following conference speechLabour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media following conference speech in Christchurch. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Dec 02:39 AM
New ZealandFrench investors concerned with CRL costs as Labour meet in Christchuch | NZ Herald News UpdateFrench investors are reportedly worried about time and cost blowouts on Auckland's City Rail Link project. The Waikato River is safe again from extreme arsenic levels. V/ NZ HeraldWatch29 Nov 07:12 PM
Politics'A behind-the-scenes operator': Nick Smith on Wellington's Crown observerThe former Cabinet minister successfully recommended Lindsay McKenzie for the job.29 Nov 04:00 AM
PoliticsHealth Minister Dr Shane Reti details the benefits of the Healthy Homes InitiativeHealth Minister Dr Shane Reti details the benefits derived from the Healthy Homes Initiative, which has led to fewer hospitalisations and better school attendance.Watch29 Nov 03:24 AM
PoliticsJudith Collins' update on the Manawanui sinkingThe initial findings into the sinking of HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa last month have been revealed. Video / NZ HeraldWatch29 Nov 02:45 AM
PoliticsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks in Ashburton after first Royal Commission Covid-19 reportPrime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks in Ashburton after first Royal Commission Covid-19 report. Video / NZ HeraldWatch29 Nov 01:41 AM
