PremiumPremiumOpinionBarney Irvine: A new Waitematā Harbour crossing? Break the cycle of planning failure firstOPINION: NZTA is weighing bridge and tunnel options for the new crossing.22 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe district where councillors are getting an average $29k pay riseThe Remuneration Authority has boosted the total salary pool, but not everyone is happy.22 Feb 04:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside the alcohol monopoly of this NZ city and the power of the licensing trustA 1944 vote created a trust that still blocks beer in supermarkets.21 Feb 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Nimbys shouldn't be vilified for defending their castleOPINION: Chris Bishop has cut Auckland's housing target after public outcry.21 Feb 04:00 PM
Auckland'I speed myself': Local board member faces investigation for potential conduct breachThree complaints allege Geoff Upson breached the elected members' code of conduct.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandBuilder who bought former Wellington mayoral desk happy to give it backAn inquiry found three council checks on the old desk missed the confidential files.20 Feb 03:55 AM
WellingtonCouncil criticised in investigation over secret files sold in old mayoral desk tip shop saleMultiple failings show the council is at risk of repeating a privacy breach. 19 Feb 05:58 PM
New Zealand'Saved my home': Residents hopeful new sea wall will protect homes'When Mother Nature brings more sand in, we’ll be well equipped to get with it.'19 Feb 05:00 PM
AucklandWhich Auckland suburbs will be spared blanket density under Govt housing U-turn? Intensification will be pushed to the CBD, rail links, busways and town centres.19 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandControversial high-rise development approved in WellingtonNeighbours concerned about 25,000 truck trips over two years on their shared driveway.19 Feb 04:48 AM
New ZealandSinkhole warning after suspected wastewater leak on Coromandel Peninsula’s eastern coastlineTreated wastewater is believed to have entered a wetland and nearby stream.19 Feb 04:35 AM
New ZealandAuckland's housing plan is changing again. What will happen over your fence now?Chris Bishop has unveiled new capacity plans, reducing blanket intensification.19 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandRegional Council election spending revealedStuart Crosby got in, but others who spent thousands failed to win.18 Feb 11:08 PM
New ZealandRunner attacked by dogs weeks before fatal maulingBrandon Tai was chased by three dogs in the area and suffered a bite to his calf.18 Feb 09:32 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We all have a right to comment on Auckland's futureOPINION: The battle over Auckland's future is a bizarre situation.18 Feb 04:00 PM
WellingtonCouncil puts cycleway expansion on hold after Wellington sewage disasterSeeking financial savings, the council is prioritising its response to Moa Point.18 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt scraps plans for referendum on four-year termThe coalition deals only guaranteed the legislation reaching the select committee stage.18 Feb 07:15 AM
New ZealandRift developing as mayor removes under-investigation councillor from committeeHastings Mayor Wendy Schollum says she didn't have time to ring Steve Gibson and tell him.18 Feb 03:01 AM
New ZealandFamily of Northland woman killed in Kaihu dog attack say death was 'tragic'Mihiata Te Rore, 62, died at a rural State Highway 12 property in Kaihu on Tuesday.18 Feb 01:52 AM
New ZealandSevere jail terms needed for owners of ‘homicidal dogs’, Shane Jones says after Northland maulingMinister Simon Watts has ordered urgent advice, with new rules due this year.17 Feb 08:50 PM
New ZealandControversial councillor has building access restricted over claims of 'accosting' staffThe move is another in a long line of controversies involving the first-time councillor.17 Feb 06:13 PM
New ZealandCyclist breaks shoulder and pelvis on Gisborne cycleway rail gap, fixes underwayEastland Port will fill the track gap and add anti-slip coating this month.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandKaihu dog attack: Multiple complaints made about animals before woman's deathResident says they complained at least four times about roaming dogs in the area.17 Feb 06:42 AM
New ZealandTitirangi residents fear being cut off as 10-week road closure beginsResidents say six weeks' notice is not enough to plan hospital visits.17 Feb 03:15 AM
WellingtonHeckles and jeers at community meeting over sewage plant failureThe cause of the catastrophic failure remains unknown.16 Feb 06:17 PM
WellingtonGovt announces review into 'completely unacceptable' Wellington sewerage plant failureSenior figures from the water services sector will probe what went wrong.16 Feb 01:16 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle debt: Hastings residents will pay recovery fee for next 16 yearsThree years after the cyclone, home and business owners are facing a long-term headache.16 Feb 12:15 AM
New ZealandWatch: Group fight erupts outside bakery in Waikato town, police deploy taserPolice say about eight people were involved in the fight on George St.13 Feb 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Good luck': Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown slams Kaipara-Rodney breakaway pitchThe plan would merge North Rodney’s 50,000 people with Kaipara’s 30,000.13 Feb 03:00 AM
WellingtonComCom weighs tougher powers over Wellington's water servicesThe watchdog has expressed concern after a catastrophic sewage failure.12 Feb 11:42 PM
New Zealand'Entirely flawed': Regional councillors hit back at government reformsBay of Plenty councillors criticise government’s local reform, seek stronger Māori voice.12 Feb 11:09 PM
New ZealandCould a $315k one-way fix solve Mount Maunganui street's parking squeeze?One resident says more parks needed, but council's one-way idea is not the right option.12 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 13, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 13, 2026. Hospital parking changes, Valentine's Day and Sail GP returns to Auckland. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Feb 05:52 PM
New ZealandOwners can't move boats away from leaning wharfAt least 17 owners are prohibited from “approaching their vessel from land and water”.12 Feb 04:04 AM
