PoliticsAbuse in state care: PM defends broken promise, emotional Hipkins slams Govt ‘injustice’ The inquiry into abuse in state care recommended a new redress scheme.12 May 07:26 AM
CrimeNearly 7 times over the limit: Former NZ Idol judge Paul Ellis caught drink driving, living in his carFormer New York-based music exec Ellis told police he was living in his car in a park.12 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Kill him': Crown alleges woman's Facebook messages incited man's murderBut the woman's lawyer said the murder would have happened regardless.12 May 07:00 AM
TalanoaWhy 'Tina from Turners' is leaving NZ for life in SamoaSieni Leo’o Olo is moving to Samoa for a simpler, more connected life.12 May 06:30 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly distressing': Search paused for missing climber'We know this is difficult news for them (the tramper's family).' 12 May 06:27 AM
New ZealandDriver in fatal Martinborough bike crash dies, no charges laidThe Martinborough crash involved a car and a four-seater bike.12 May 04:07 AM
New ZealandAuthor Rachel Paris on ‘massive’ writing failure before hit debut novelSuccess of See How They Fall follows the 'devastation' of a failed writing project.12 May 03:40 AM
New Zealand'Unsettling time': Police seek info in Northland homicide casePolice have launched a homicide inquiry and are calling on the public for information.12 May 03:28 AM
New ZealandFrom Wairoa to being an Antarctica ice driver Corporal Brian Jane, 27, led the day-shift transport at McMurdo Station in Antarctica.12 May 03:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Why the Waitangi Tribunal review is not a hatchet jobOn the face of it, the review into the Waitangi Tribunal looks rather puny.12 May 03:18 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Ex-Files: Should we put our family home in a trust?OPINION: Seek independent legal advice. Trusts can complicate asset division.12 May 02:36 AM
PoliticsGovt move to scrap ECE cultural requirements sparks backlashCritics argue the changes could harm tamariki Māori and prioritise profits.12 May 01:54 AM
New ZealandFirearms Safety Authority faces scrutiny over workplace allegationsAllegations of bullying and concerns about the management of complaints have been raised.12 May 01:33 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Brooking: What prison statistics get wrong on violent crime ratesOPINION: Our current prison rate is 187 per 100,000 people.11 May 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Past the first hurdle' - Fletcher Living on progress at $500m The HillFletcher bought site in 2021, earthworks now advanced, first four homes nearly finished.11 May 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingTip Top profits surge with $15m dividend after Froneri acquisitionTip Top's offshore shareholders are starting to reap rewards.11 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleWhich NZ winery came out on top in 2025's best of the year awards?A Central Otago winery took out top spot for the second year running.11 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Government must keep its 500-extra-cops promiseOPINION: This is a policy promise the coalition has to keep.11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandElderly woman found in Herne Bay identified, family contactedPolice confirmed an elderly woman in Herne Bay has been identified.11 May 05:32 AM
New ZealandPolice issue warning as they pull in staff for Gisborne gang tangiPolice contacted local gang leaders about expectations and insignia rules.11 May 03:47 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe complex emotions surrounding Mother's Day for many KiwisThe second Sunday of May is painful for many. Here's how some cope.11 May 03:19 AM
New Zealand'Critically injured': Teen dies, another hurt after Napier 'disorder event'Another injured teenager was found on Cottrell Crescent and later discharged.11 May 02:36 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia Robinson: 'Why didn't we learn this at school?'OPINION: The Government is embedding financial education from Year 1 in the curriculum.11 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandPolice goal of 500 extra officers by November unlikelyA new police campus in Albany will start training recruits on June 30.10 May 11:38 PM
PoliticsGovernment promises boy-racer crackdownMinisters Chris Bishop and Mark Mitchell announced new offences and penalties in Rotorua on Sunday, with Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell. Video / Kelly MakihaWatch10 May 10:28 PM
Entertainment'Failures are more powerful': How setbacks shaped a thriving Kiwi comedy careerBroken ankles and broadcasting school rejections couldn't keep David Correos down.10 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandExplosions rock Kashmir and Russia urged to accept ceasefire | NZ Herald News UpdateIndia-Pakistan ceasefire falters following explosions in Kashmir, and world leaders urge Russia to accept 30-day ceasefire proposal. Video / NZ Herald, AFPWatch10 May 08:39 PM
Entertainment'I nearly passed out': Robyn Malcolm on Bafta nomination momentOur celebrated star could have the after-party of her dreams come award time on Monday.10 May 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: Our high airfare curse is one of economics not competitionEighty percent of New Zealand's land is uninhabited.10 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrugs, bribes, body-image and Instagram: Lifting the lid on modern sportOfficials now recommend boundaries around 1:1 messaging between coaches and young people10 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Drug gangs and the Govt are both increasing funding, who will win? OPINION: New Zealand is a lucrative market for organised drug gangs.10 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Luxon's pay equity blunder shows he's taken his eye off the ballOPINION: Luxon's Government ended pay equity without consultation or a committee.10 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNadine HigginsNadine Higgins: How to safely invest in off-the-plan propertiesNew builds allow a 20% deposit instead of 30%, easing entry for buyers.10 May 05:00 PM
KahuMuttonbirding: 'It's a part of who we are'Daniel Tarrant is harvesting tītī on Rakiura's tītī islands.10 May 09:35 AM
