EducationDifferent educational regions could help attendance battle - SeymourDavid Seymour says fines for unjustified absences are 'back on the table'.08 Oct 08:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: Is the Reserve Bank gold-plating its regulations?OPINION: Nicola Willis now has power to push for a full independent review of the policy.08 Oct 08:00 PM
EntertainmentThe Chase NZ stars announcedSupernerd and The Governess tell us what to expect from the NZ version of the show. 08 Oct 07:55 PM
Kahu‘The slightest infection could be fatal’: Mum on daughter’s ultra-rare diseaseKatana is believed to be the only New Zealander with the incurable disorder.08 Oct 07:40 PM
New ZealandOfficials plot tougher rules for freedom campers in holiday hotspotsA new bylaw proposes a district's designated freedom camping sites jump from one to 15.08 Oct 06:53 PM
New ZealandFormer immigration minister Tuariki Delamere bankrupt, immigration licence revokedDelamere said he plans to appeal and has laid a complaint with the Banking Ombudsman.08 Oct 06:21 PM
New ZealandThe Elephant | The C-Word: Still offensive or just another swear word?It’s only four letters long - but for centuries, the C-word has been the most taboo word in the English language. But should it be?Watch08 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I won't give up': Woman pleads for help from businesses to find missing sisterTe Anihana's sister Ebony has travelled from Dunedin to renew the search in Auckland.08 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'That’s a compliment': The C-word – still offensive or losing its sting? Opinions differ on The Elephant, an online video series about topics we often avoid.08 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandAre you the big winner? Lucky numbers revealed for $15m PowerballIt’s the fourth time this year the jackpot has climbed above $15m.08 Oct 07:39 AM
New ZealandWatch: Man brandishes large knife, allegedly threatens guard at Pak’nSavePolice say the man fled before being tracked by the police Eagle helicopter.08 Oct 07:16 AM
New Zealand'Trying to intimidate us': Ex-Shortland Street actor reportedly intercepted in Gaza flotillaNew Zealand officials are seeking more information.08 Oct 07:15 AM
WellingtonOwners of iconic cafe apologise for blaming closure on Sir Peter Jackson, Dame Fran WalshThe cafe’s Shelly Bay lease ends on January 31, 2026, after 15 years in business.08 Oct 06:06 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Reserve Bank rate cut lifts NZ sharemarket as high‑yield stocks climbThe Reserve Bank’s 50-basis-point cut pushed dividend stocks to lead gains.08 Oct 05:05 AM
CrimePrimary school teacher who sent 11yo student nudes gets home detentionShe will not have to register as a sex offender but loses permanent suppression.08 Oct 03:59 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Rich-Listers' Herne Bay home 'set to break NZ record' and sell for more than $50mSimon and Paula Herbert bought the home in 2018 for $27.5 million. Now it's back on sale.08 Oct 03:13 AM
New Zealand‘They had very little time’: Expert at Whakaari inquest outlines how survivors stayed aliveShane Cronin told the inquest some ash particles were hotter than 400C.08 Oct 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailCooks Coffee signs Tesco deal for five new Esquires cafés in IrelandThe NZX-listed firm runs 108 Esquires outlets across 10 international markets.08 Oct 12:29 AM
ChristchurchProtesters and police clash outside Christchurch aerospace summit, 22 people arrestedPro-Palestine protesters object to links between the aerospace industry and US military.07 Oct 10:53 PM
New ZealandPolice to give update on Bucklands Beach fatal fireCounties Manukau District crime manager Detective Inspector Tofilau Faamanuia Vaaelua gives update on Bucklands Beach fatal fire. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Oct 10:53 PM
CrimeBus driver fatally punched belligerent passenger, left him at stop as he continued routeThe victim had refused to pay a fare and was racially abusing the driver when punched.07 Oct 10:29 PM
New ZealandPolice Ten 7 host Graham Bell diesThe former detective died age 78 after a police career spanning more than three decades.07 Oct 10:03 PM
New ZealandRepeat attacks: Third Wānaka cellphone tower torched within a monthIt follows two earlier tower fires near Wānaka that disrupted mobile networks.07 Oct 09:41 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessWestpac holds $10/kg milk price forecast despite softer dairy auctionHigher world production is putting downward pressure on Global Dairy Trade prices.07 Oct 09:28 PM
CrimeAuckland teen accused of street fight murder loses name suppressionHe was accused in August of wounding another man. Police have now added a murder charge.07 Oct 09:22 PM
New ZealandMore than 1000 seaside homes face extreme weather damage by 2060New Zealand’s oceans are warming 34% faster than the global average.07 Oct 09:16 PM
New ZealandPrestigious Auckland private school King’s College announces new headmasterThe school leader begins as headmaster in January 2026, after Simon Lamb’s departure.07 Oct 08:38 PM
New Zealand‘Massive opportunity’: Ignite7 set to spotlight rising sevens talentThe two-day event at Blake Park will showcase 48 up-and-coming players. 07 Oct 06:00 PM
New Zealand How a simple coffee stop could cost you $85 at the supermarketOne woman was fined $80 after briefly leaving the New World Orewa car park for a coffee. 07 Oct 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'F***ing amateur': Stuart Nash swears at minister via text after he's dumped from trade tripNash got in hot water after describing women as a 'p***y and a pair of t**s'.07 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy is NZ Blood asking me if my nipples retract?Blood service employees are asking us to 'check those titties' in a perfect' social video07 Oct 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Senseless act': Little blue penguin dies from injuries, footage of 'suspicious vehicle activity' soughtThe penguin was found injured on the night of Sunday, September 28, but died soon after.07 Oct 06:22 AM
New Zealand'Not a victimless crime’: Police make more arrests in major construction cash laundering probeSeven people were arrested after raids at nine Auckland properties today.07 Oct 04:03 AM
CrimeFake talent agent lured woman with promise of modelling career, then assaulted herDelfin Cruz convinced the 20-year-old she needed to get drunk to 'pass a test'.07 Oct 04:00 AM