WellingtonSerious Fraud Office weighs findings against former council CEOThe ex-MP altered documents that misled the Auditor General over his 'excessive' spending.13 Mar 02:40 AM
CrimeWatch: Chicken shop owner 'sleepless' after machete-wielding robbers strike twice in 2 daysA worker was sweeping up after a long night when two masked men stormed through shop door.12 Mar 09:22 PM
New ZealandPies and baked beans: Simon Watts responds to mayors' worries about rates capsThe Local Government Minister is currently considering feedback from councils on his plan.12 Mar 04:00 PM
WellingtonInvestigators appointed over Wellington sewage disaster, answers months awayThe public have still not been told what caused the catastrophic failure.12 Mar 01:15 AM
WellingtonWatchdog finds ex-MP misled probe into his council role, 'excessive' spending on house renoAn investigation found the ex-council CEO made misleading docs. He said he 'panicked'. 12 Mar 01:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnnette Brosnan: Napier council leadership breakdown extraordinary, deeply concerningOPINION: These are far from normal political theatrics, or the mayor 'just doing his job'.11 Mar 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Our economy is still suffering from the lockdown damage, Nathan Healey part of NZ's golden athletics eraOPINION: Hopefully there are some valuable lessons from the Covid report, a reader says.11 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Won’t be making myself available': Stood-down deputy mayor doesn’t want job backThe role's up for grabs for the third time since Napier Mayor Richard McGrath was elected.11 Mar 03:17 AM
Ryan Bridge TODAYWinston Peters discusses sale of Air NZ | Ryan Bridge TodayThe Foreign Minister spoke to Ryan Bridge after the national airline suspended its earnings guidance. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch10 Mar 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington Most business leaders back Little but say Wellington still on wrong trackThe capital's top business leaders have shared their views on the state of the city.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNapier mayor to let his councillors decide city’s third deputy mayor in a monthRichard McGrath appears to have offered an olive branch to councillors.10 Mar 03:34 AM
New ZealandMayor challenged after YouTuber told to stop filming meetingMayor Gary Petley asked YouTuber Bruce Simpson to stop filming.10 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandLegendary West Coast pub removes outdoor seats to avoid $20k fineBlackball pub owner says the outdoor tables have been there for decades.09 Mar 10:00 PM
Wellington'Not welcome in this region': Wellington leaders against move-on ordersThe Justice Minister has hit back at the letter, calling it "overly simplistic".09 Mar 09:39 PM
AucklandCity fringe focus: Council plan to shift housing growth closer to city centreTrustees of a Parnell property have hired lawyers and written to Christopher Luxon.09 Mar 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCan rooftop solar shine in this term of Government? It's a narrow window, closing fastThe scheme could lend up to $5b within 15 years, backed by taxpayer guarantees.09 Mar 04:00 PM
ChristchurchMussel farmer warns plan to filter sewage into ocean could devastate industryFisheries Minister Shane Jones said marine farmers shouldn’t be put at risk. 09 Mar 03:27 AM
New Zealand‘Caught our hearts’: Rotorua’s steady population growth and fast-growing diversityStats NZ projects Rotorua’s population will reach about 90,200 by 2053. 08 Mar 05:04 PM
Wellington'Free ride': Fresh calls for Govt to pay rates on Crown landCouncils could collect more than $200 million each year if the rules changed.08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Could Winston Peters be the Prime Minister NZ needs?OPINION: New Zealand's petroleum products supply chain is more diverse, a reader argues.08 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Connection and belonging': Napier backs new multicultural strategyAbout one in five Napier residents were born overseas.07 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandDad hits out at 'concerning' gaps in AT injury data after mass assault of daughter on trainAn OIA shows AT does not separate injuries caused by crime from slips or falls.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, March 7, 2026NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, March 7, 2026. The US continues the devastate the Middle East with endless bombings. Endurance athletes prepare in Motatapu and ChristchurchWatch06 Mar 08:03 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuElection 2026: Familiar name to bid for Tāmaki Makaurau seat held by Oriini KaiparaTwo are vying for the Labour nomination and the party is yet to confirm its candidate.06 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandCould dredged sand finally stop a Napier beach washing away?It has cost councils $5.5m to maintain a pea-metal bund over 39 years of repairs.06 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPaper road row: Hunter, neighbours clash over guns and accessPolice have been called to the Franklin Rd dispute at least eight times.06 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Wall of poo': Minister warns Christchurch over ocean sewage proposalThe city wants to pipe one third of its sewage, only partially treated, out to sea.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHigh Court upholds decision voiding Papatoetoe local electionJudge Richard McIlraith earlier found 79 votes were cast without voters' knowledge.06 Mar 02:18 AM
WellingtonStaff cuts possible as Wellington City Council unveils multimillion-dollar savings proposalConsultant spending and climate work are targeted to avoid a double-digit rates rise.05 Mar 11:12 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty$650m Hunua quarry fast-track expansion bid aims to secure Auckland's aggregate supplyAbout 28% of Auckland's current aggregate supplies come from the existing quarry.04 Mar 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDaniel Newman: Chaos and the risk of endless declining property valuesOPINION: More than 10,000 Aucklanders lodged submissions on Plan Change 120.04 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Sitting thigh-to-thigh': Why Whanganui's taxi-buses will not return'A Toyota HiAce is a great vehicle for your family, band or church group.'04 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe votes are in: Meet Rotorua's newest elected representativesThe Rotorua Lakes Community Board byelection was held to fill two vacant seats.04 Mar 04:11 AM
Auckland'No giant button': Bishop pushes back on Seymour over Auckland density mapsMayor Wayne Brown refuses to spend millions on maps before new housing law.04 Mar 04:00 AM
