PoliticsPreviously unseen documents show Chateau Tongariro needs millions in urgent repairs, plus quake workProposals to revive the hotel will start being evaluated from April. 19 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeBailed for stomping, coward-punching, he shot another stranger in the backThe judge said she was especially disturbed that Declan Vaikele had a homemade gun.19 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessFrom Xero to zero emissions: New Zealander of the year Sir Rod Drury's power play for Aotearoa's futureDrury is backing massive solar, data centre and fusion power projects.19 Mar 04:00 PM
Kahu'He can rest now': Treaty-signing chief’s bust back with whānauThe taonga is now back in Aotearoa after decades circulating in Europe.19 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why a rushed Māori seats referendum risks damaging our democracyOPINION: This may seem like a simple democratic choice. It is not. 19 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandWaipawa Lotto ticket wins $333k First Division share in midweek drawThe BP Waipawa ticket is one of three sharing $1m First Division.19 Mar 03:11 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Disappointing': Soft GDP growth exposes fragile recovery and households reluctant to spendPrivate consumption fell 0.1%, the first drop in household spending since 2024.19 Mar 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturing$100m Waikato steel manufacturing plant wins fast-track consent'The ultimate goal is to reduce the need to import steel' – expert panel on fast-tracking.19 Mar 01:51 AM
New ZealandFire breaks out next to Z petrol station in PonsonbyThick smoke and flames could be seen billowing from an automotive mechanic workshop next to the Z petrol station in Ponsonby. Video / SuppliedWatch19 Mar 01:18 AM
New Zealand'Dripping liquid': Major blaze near petrol station started after car fireThe fire is burning close to the Z Energy petrol station in Ponsonby.19 Mar 01:17 AM
Business‘Lobbying tactic’: Economists push back on $24.8b property investor reportThe Infometrics report says investors generate 5.9% of New Zealand’s GDP.19 Mar 01:02 AM
New ZealandRocket Lab wins record contract with US Department of WarThe four‑year deal funds 20 hypersonic test flights using Haste rockets.18 Mar 11:39 PM
Business'Still fragile': GDP growth not as strong as hoped, Iran war casts 'shadow' over outlookStrong agricultural returns a bright spot as GDP growth disappoints.18 Mar 10:38 PM
New ZealandVigilantes racially profiling Asian community at Auckland rockpoolsSix groups have so far been stopped and warned, but no one has been fined.18 Mar 10:28 PM
New ZealandPacific power shift: Whangārei company’s electric ferries win PM’s support Luxon viewed the E-Alia boats during his Pacific visit.18 Mar 10:00 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNZ 'not immune' to Chinese missiles - Defence Minister | Ryan Bridge TODAYJudith Collins says Chinese missiles have the capability of reaching New Zealand and we should not consider ourselves immune from attack.Watch18 Mar 06:39 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGDP due today: Did the economy keep growing through the end of 2025? Economists are divided on how strong growth was in the fourth quarter. 18 Mar 06:10 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, March 19, 2026NZ Herald Morning Headlines | 2024 Christchurch airport accident and Strait of Hormuz in chokehold.Watch18 Mar 06:00 PM
OpinionIran oil crisis: Why NZ’s car dependence is now a strategic liabilityOPINION: The crisis underlines how reliance on cars could become a strategic liability.18 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSport'Significant strain': Top water polo identity urges clubs to weigh no-confidence vote in board, CEO following bullying claimsChair: 'I won’t allow this to become a trial by media'.18 Mar 04:10 PM
RacingPromising filly being lined up for shot at elite-level raceSummer Schemer will be chasing a second win at Pukekohe over 1200m on Friday.18 Mar 04:01 PM
Sport'It's make or break' now for Phoenix womenThe Phoenix have conceded just 13 goals and boast a +19 goal difference.18 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandOne fine every minute: Police dish out skyrocketing number of speeding fines AA says tougher policing has coincided with the lowest road death rate on record.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Disturbing dynamics': Inside the private groups helping cult leavers rebuild their livesGroups in Christchurch and Auckland now meet fortnightly in secret venues.18 Mar 04:00 PM
RacingMagic beach test: Habana out to revive stalled career at PukekoheThe 7-year-old bay gelding has not won since the Rich Hill Mile at Pukekohe in 2024.18 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingPlastics sector warns of 75% material price surge as Iran conflict bites supplyAbout 22% of New Zealand's polymers come directly from the Middle East.18 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldAussie occult podcast host admits killing Kiwi fiancee at homeTobias Nuttall, 32, admitted murdering Alisha Hendren-Krippner, 30, in Perth.18 Mar 07:22 AM
New ZealandLotto Powerball number are in – are you $17m richer?The numbers have been drawn and it's time to check your ticket to see if you are a winner.18 Mar 07:21 AM
New Zealand'I wouldn't even know where to go' – former US Marine facing deportation to NZPaul Canton faces deportation despite 36 years living in the United States.18 Mar 07:15 AM
Politics'Lies are being spread' linking Hipkins' ex-wife to NZ First – PetersChris Hipkins says he considered quitting politics but is 'absolutely committed' to stay.18 Mar 06:57 AM
New ZealandPrivate lives, public trust: Where should we draw the line for politicians?Chris Hipkins says he considered resigning after his ex-wife's online claims.18 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandA small city rises in Auckland Domain: How Synthony’s biggest-ever show is setting up a global showcase'We've got a special show,' vows Synthony's promoter, David Higgins.18 Mar 03:11 AM
New ZealandWestport to lose only direct Wellington flight within weeks as service faces axe Originair warns it will end the Westport–Wellington route by May 1 without aid.18 Mar 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Is New Zealand betting too much on 'paper' oil reserves?OPINION: Politicians need to front up on the tough fuel questions.18 Mar 02:00 AM
