PremiumPremiumEntertainment‘Once in a lifetime’: Tom Hiddleston on filming Sir Ed Hillary epic in NZThe acclaimed actor went from high-stakes espionage to mountaineering feats.10 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandOne of first NZ women to climb Mt Cook lies in unmarked grave – a 13yo’s quest to honour herJane Thomson was 57 when she successfully climbed Aoraki/Mt Cook in 1916.07 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragic outcome': Young tramper mourned by community after body found near Lake ŌhauConnor Purvis, 20, was found after a nearly week long search near Mt Huxley.07 Jan 10:37 PM
New ZealandPolice issue urgent appeal in large-scale search for missing 20-year-old tramper04 Jan 08:46 AM
PremiumBusiness‘All careers end in failure’: Finance guru on how to retire comfortably26 Dec 09:00 PM
Christchurch‘He lived life to its fullest’: Family's tribute to climber killed on Fiordland peak18 Dec 04:23 AM
PremiumNew ZealandThe vanished: 62 people have disappeared without trace on NZ’s tallest peak03 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandAfter tragedy on Mt Cook: What needs to change?Mountaineer and son of Sir Edmund Hillary, Peter Hillary discusses safety improvements on the mountain. Video / Herald NowWatch27 Nov 07:27 PM
Christchurch'The kindest possible man': Mother mourns American lawyer son who died on Aoraki Mt CookRescuers found the two missing climbers deceased near Aoraki Mt Cook's summit.26 Nov 09:41 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Tuesday November 25, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Climbers found dead on Mount Cook, crews extinguish Waiuku blaze | Tuesday November 24, 2025 Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Nov 11:57 PM
TravelEnjoy European charm for a fraction of the price in this lesser-visited spotThis destination may earn raised eyebrows from family and friends, but it's a true gem.18 Nov 05:00 AM
WorldRemains of climber missing since 1994 found on Swiss glacierTwo climbers disappeared in the area on November 4, 1994. One was found in 2000.12 Nov 09:20 PM
New Zealand‘Breathtaking’: Moment avalanche descends South Island mountain captured on filmGuide Derek Jolley filmed the avalanche near Mt Sefton in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park.30 Oct 09:35 PM
WorldClothing titan's death being probed as homicideJonathan Andic was the only person with his father during the fatal fall.17 Oct 01:18 AM
WorldWhat really makes a mountain: Data reveals surprising US differences In the West, the average mountain rises four times higher than in the Midwest.14 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldHiker dies, hundreds rescued after sudden Everest snowstorm in TibetFirefighters used yaks and horses to reach stranded hikers near Mt Everest.06 Oct 07:47 PM
WorldOne mountaineer dead, two missing in Slovenia avalanchePoor weather forced crews to halt the search amid rain, snow and strong wind.05 Oct 09:56 PM
TravelHow to see the best of Switzerland in 8 daysSqueeze the most out of this incredible country in the centre of Europe.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not a sensible place to be': Warning issued after group caught in avalancheDramatic footage shared on social media shows the people suddenly being swept away. 07 Sep 02:07 AM
WorldBus plunges 300m in Sri Lanka, killing 15 touristsThe bus hit another vehicle before crashing through guardrails on a mountain road in Ella.05 Sep 05:47 AM
WorldSearch suspended for Russian climber stranded on Kyrgyzstan's highest peakAn Italian climber died on August 15 trying to save the injured woman.25 Aug 08:01 AM
New Zealand'Serious injuries': Cyclist airlifted to hospital after Woodhill Forest incidentEmergency services rushed to the forest's mountain bike park after a crash today.02 Aug 01:58 AM
SportOlympic champion’s wish not to risk lives to save her before mountaineering death'Her wish was to leave her body on the mountain in such a case.'30 Jul 09:46 PM
WorldSoaring heat driving Italy’s tourists to the Alps – and into deadly terrainMore than 80 hikers have died this year, many slipping and falling from steep paths.28 Jul 10:55 PM
New ZealandHigh Noon Express opening marks opening of Mt Ruapehu ski season The High Noon Express chairlift has a vertical rise of 398m, offloading at 2322m.22 Jul 10:02 PM
New ZealandCoroner urges caution after fatal Mt Ruapehu skiing accidentIan Howat, 64, fell in icy conditions on Mt Ruapehu, suffering fatal injuries.22 Jul 12:25 AM
New ZealandFamily seeks answers over woman's death on Mt RuapehuThe coroner's report is pending, adding to their long wait for closure. 13 Jul 09:12 PM
TravelLive octopus and martial arts classes: What South Korea is really like The destination is like no other place on Earth. 01 Jul 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt considering 'demolition' for Chateau Tongariro, deemed a ‘fiscal risk’ in Budget 2025Options are being investigated for the site, 'including demolition'.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTūroa Ski Field amps up for winter seasonAfter a period of uncertainty, Tūroa Ski Field is ready for the 2025 season.28 May 01:03 AM
