New Zealand'Perfect day': MP marries long-time partner in surprise home weddingOnly 44 guests were invited to the surprise ceremony for friends and family.16 Dec 02:10 AM
EntertainmentPining for property: TVNZ's most watched shows for 2025 share a common themeTVNZ audiences' viewing habits across linear TV prove drastically different to streaming.16 Dec 01:27 AM
CrimePolice issue arrest warrant for man linked to Ruatiti double homicide as hunt for him continues People are urged to call 111 if they see Cole and not to approach him.16 Dec 12:38 AM
New Zealand'Bingo!' Long-time Lotto player bags $16m in sweet surprise ticket check, buys wine to toast win15 Dec 10:35 PM
New ZealandNZ's cocaine capital revealed: New data show the drug's use continues to soar15 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumBusinessAuckland businessman who took $773k in ANZ commissions gets home detention15 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandDavid Seymour promises to reignite Treaty principles debate in 2026The earlier Treaty Principles Bill sparked the largest hīkoi ever to Parliament.15 Dec 07:43 PM
Herald NOW'Fush and chups': Surprising new research on the evolution of the NZ accentLinguist Brooke Ross joins Herald NOW to discuss the evolution of the New Zealand accent.Watch15 Dec 07:19 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGregor PaulAnalysis: Why NZ Rugby has brought in external expert for ABs' reviewSome players were told to query non-selection with assistants, not Scott Robertson.15 Dec 06:01 PM
AgribusinessPrimary exports tipped to hit record $62b as food and fibre power aheadDairy alone is tipped to earn $27.4b, even with softer global prices.15 Dec 05:00 PM
TravelHow to do this NZ Great Walk in 3 hours instead of 4 daysMilford Track is now even more accessible, with no DoC huts or dehydrated meals required.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move inDaytime highs will plunge, with some towns reaching only 16C on Wednesday.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBack in growth: GDP data to confirm recovery hopesGDP data for the September quarter, due this week, are expected to show a strong bounce.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Meet Santa's special helpers at The Joy StoreReporter Amelia meets Santa's festive friends from The Kindness Collective, the team dedicated to spreading Christmas joy to everyone! Video / Kea Kids NewsWatch15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew measles case in Auckland as total reaches 31 nationwideThe new case brings the national measles total to 31 since the outbreak.15 Dec 07:52 AM
EntertainmentShortland Street’s cliffhanger hall of fame: These are the wildest Christmas episodes everHonestly, what more can go wrong at NZ's favourite (fictional) hospital?15 Dec 05:00 AM
CricketBrendon McCullum feels the heat as England's coaching comes into spotlightEngland have arrived with a patchwork coaching staff and no specialist fielding guru.15 Dec 04:01 AM
Kahu|UpdatedBondi shooting: Kiwi describes 'hundreds running' to his cafe seeking shelterNew Zealander Tiffany Salmond says she was only 20m from the shooting.15 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hawke’s Bay Special Olympians bring home 30 medals from national gamesThe Hawke’s Bay team collected 11 gold, 11 silver and eight bronze medals.15 Dec 01:51 AM
New ZealandMetService weather December 15-16MetService weather December 15-16. Video / MetServiceWatch15 Dec 01:41 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather December 15MetService severe weather December 15. Video / MetServiceWatch15 Dec 01:37 AM
New Zealand|UpdatedArmed police guard New Zealand Jewish sites following Bondi terror attackArmed officers can be seen standing guard outside Jewish sites around the country.14 Dec 10:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMarcos Pelenur: Don’t wait out the gas crunch – grab the opportunity to get aheadGas production for this year is now forecast to be 24% lower than earlier estimates.14 Dec 10:00 PM
LifestyleBeloved NZ cook on ‘unimaginable grief’ after death of grandson and father'It's enough some days just to be up and not crying.'14 Dec 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExtremist violence in crowds: Experts' warning to NZ three months before Bondi terror'The most plausible domestic violent extremist attack scenario remains a lone actor'.14 Dec 09:33 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW panel: Road side drug testing, robot surgeons and Government baby boomsSir Graham Lowe and Sarah Sparks debate the big issues of the day. Video / Herald NowWatch14 Dec 08:43 PM
Herald NOWConcerns over new roadside drug testing's impact on prescription medicine usersNZ Drug Foundation's Sarah Helm speaks with Herald NOW about the rollout of roadside drug testing and how it could impact drivers with prescription medications.Watch14 Dec 08:15 PM
BusinessUber driver takes on Uber, launching his own rideshare serviceDaniel Lowe has signed up 1500 drivers before aRide’s launch this Wednesday.14 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleA day in the life of an Uber driver: 'It's like an addiction for me'John started Uber driving for his mental health. Now he says it’s become like a game.14 Dec 08:00 PM