WorldSwiss investigators rush to identify victims of New Year's fireThe blaze at Crans-Montana’s Le Constellation bar killed about 40 people.02 Jan 06:29 AM
New ZealandFireworks still the boom attraction on New Year’s Eve800 driver breath tests were done at a Hawke's Bay checkpoint and no-one failed.01 Jan 03:20 AM
New ZealandPolice Commissioner on the beat in Nelson for NYEPolice Commissioner Richard Chambers joined police on the front lines in Nelson on the one year anniversary of officer Lyn Fleming's death. Video / NZ HeraldWatch31 Dec 07:43 PM
PremiumNew ZealandNZ’s wealthiest man joins billionaire superyacht flotilla for Caribbean island NYE party31 Dec 06:12 AM
New ZealandAuthorities urge violence-free night in Auckland, New Year’s events cancelled elsewhere31 Dec 12:58 AM
New ZealandFireworks and bands ready to rock Hawke’s Bay on New Year’s Eve The occasion was once dominated by disorder in the streets, but is now a family night out.29 Dec 12:37 AM
New ZealandFestival delays opening, holiday plans disrupted as upgraded weather warnings cloak NZMetService has issued orange rain and wind warnings for much of the country. 28 Dec 10:42 PM
Travel newsWhere to eat, hike and play this summer if you are staying closer to homeBig flavours, outdoor adventures and unforgettable ways to ring in 2026.20 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, December 20, 2025NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, December 20, 2025. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Dec 06:36 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'We have a date set': Julian Dennison's wedding plans at 23 - and his next big career moveThe 23-year-old actor got engaged earlier this year.19 Dec 06:00 PM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this summer: Ed Sheeran, ASB Classic, and moreFrom beachside festivals to big city spectacles, here’s how to fill your summer calendar.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFireworks, live music and dancing for free: Napier plans big New Year’s Eve partyFamilies can enjoy fireworks shows at 9.45pm and midnight for free.13 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Summer traditions can steady us in an unsettled worldOPINION: Summer getaways offer stressed Kiwis rare time to slow down and reconnect.10 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentRhythm and Vines locks in Grammy-winning rapper and film star as headliner for NYE festivalOther acts in the first line-up include Lance Savali and comedy musician Marc Rebillet.26 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandUK hitmakers Rudimental to headline expanded NYE festivalFamous Last Words returns to Bay Park Mount Maunganui on December 31, 2025. 19 Aug 09:40 PM
EntertainmentNorthern Bass festival reveals 2025 lineup with Aitch, Dizzee RascalCapacity is reduced to 6000, and tickets are expected to sell out quickly.14 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandMore than 12 times the police force, 60 arrests: Holiday data from summer hotspot revealedCharges included assault of police, threatening to kill and dangerous driving.28 Mar 04:00 AM
OpinionLana AndelaneOpinion: When should you stop saying 'Happy New Year?'It's January 9 and the Herald's Lana Andelane wonders when people will finally stop.09 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Drone flies during Auckland’s NYE fireworks display, CAA assessingThe Civil Aviation Authority is assessing the incident.06 Jan 07:01 PM
New ZealandDrone view of Sky Tower NYE fireworksThe Civil Aviation Authority is assessing an incident where a drone was flown in a prohibited area and time on NYE, 2024/25. Video / Brian OuroWatch06 Jan 05:38 PM
New ZealandThames-Coromandel deputy mayor calls out ‘rich little s***s’ at troublesome holiday hotspotTerry Walker says there is a regular pattern of vandalism at Pāuanui over New Year.06 Jan 01:12 AM
WorldFive killed on night of fireworks chaos in GermanyPolice call to ban celebrations with pyrotechnics in the streets.01 Jan 09:19 PM
ReviewsKatie OliverRhythm and Alps: South Island celebrates with Dave Dobbyn, ShapeshifterReview: The three-day festival in Wānaka has wrapped for another year. 01 Jan 08:41 PM
New ZealandFights, fireworks, family fun and almost 4500 breath tests: Tauranga rings in 2025Police were 'pleased' overall but not everyone in the city was on their best behaviour.31 Dec 11:29 PM
Travel news12 peculiar New Year’s traditions around the worldThere are countless bizarre and beautiful practices intended to welcome the new year.31 Dec 10:49 PM
New Zealand‘It made me cry’: Former drug-dealing gang member on the words that changed his lifeKamonn Flavell-Downey helps 170 youth, proves change is possible.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year 2025 Honours ListCelebrating those who are to be made knights or dames companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in this year's Honours list. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Dec 04:00 PM
SportLydia Ko youngest ever to be made a dame'You don’t really grow up thinking, ‘Oh, I’m going to become a dame',' says star golfer.30 Dec 04:00 PM
