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
New ZealandEx-judge appointed to head Mount Maunganui landslide reviewMayor picks Paul Davison to lead council's external probe into landslide that killed six.12 Feb 02:58 AM
PremiumPremiumWellington‘Isn’t sustainable’: Andrew Little commits to tackle commercial rates The mayor spoke at a "state of the capital" event this morning.11 Feb 09:56 PM
WellingtonWellington Water a ‘disastrous organisation’, ex councillor saysQuestions arose this week over funding delegations in a 2021 council meeting. 11 Feb 09:40 PM
New Zealand'It consumes me': Barking dog dispute leaves owner afraid to leave homeMore than 50 complaints have been made about the barking of Sam Hall's two Jack Russells.11 Feb 08:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBryce Wilkinson: Why a simple granny flat for grandma is anything but simple nowOPINION: Homeowners must juggle complex rules, records and 10-year legal liability.11 Feb 08:00 PM
Herald NOWDave Letele and Deb Pead join Ryan on the morning panel | Herald NOWDave Letele and Deb Pead join Ryan on the morning panel. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch11 Feb 07:45 PM
Herald NOW'That did not happen': Wellington Central MP on claims council funded cycleways over pipes'That did not happen': Wellington Central MP on claims council funded cycleways over pipes. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch11 Feb 07:36 PM
New ZealandFinance Minister Nicola Willis talks covid inquiry on Ryan Bridge Today | Herald NOWFinance Minister Nicola Willis talks covid inquiry on Ryan Bridge Today | Herald NOW.Watch11 Feb 07:13 PM
WellingtonOfficial silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failureThe Wellington Water boss revealed there were potential signals of trouble at the plant.11 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandFar North Mayor shuts down rumour after councillor’s 'false' MP candidacy claim Tepania plans to pursue a Doctor of Education after his current mayoral term.10 Feb 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyGulf Harbour golf course owner faces liquidation bid as debt battle deepensThe company is owned by The Phoenix Trust. The sole shareholder is developer Greg Olliver.09 Feb 09:18 PM
New Zealand'Who knew what, when?' What mayor wants from sewage catastrophe inquiryThe quality of work carried out at the plant will be investigated.09 Feb 06:41 PM
New ZealandGovt agrees to inquiry into Wellington's 'catastrophic' sewage spillMayor Andrew Little met with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon this evening.09 Feb 05:49 AM
New ZealandWayne Brown says Govt 'unqualified' to lead Auckland's economic recoveryWayne Brown wants a bed levy so visitors, not ratepayers, fund big events.09 Feb 03:35 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Too difficult': Developer pulls pin on major Ararimu managed fill proposalLocals feared years of dust, trucks and environmental impacts at Ararimu.09 Feb 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGary Taylor and Greg Severinsen: Reforms threaten Waitākere RangesOPINION: The new bills would strip legal backing from the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Act.08 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North pensioner left $700 out of pocket as council rebate delays drag onMore than 3000 Far North residents are reportedly awaiting rebates.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandRemoving sewage before it goes septic is main focus for Wellington WaterMayor Andrew Little will raise the plant failure with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.06 Feb 09:45 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026. Peter Mandelson is being investigated for his ties with Epstein. A high-ranking Russian general has been shot in Moscow.Watch06 Feb 06:52 PM
New ZealandSewage crisis eases as Wellington wastewater flows return to Cook Strait outfallRaw sewage had flowed directly into the South Coast for several days.05 Feb 10:43 PM
New ZealandNgāti Hine chair Pita Tipene says messages coming from Te Pāti Māori are confusingNgāti Hine chair Pita Tipene on Rawiri Waititi's "fantastic" speech but "confusing" tautoko haka. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Feb 07:52 PM
OpinionChristopher Luxon: Finding common ground – a vision for Waitangi and beyondOPINION: The PM reflects on the recent North Island tragedies and community support.05 Feb 04:00 PM
