New Zealand'They were very lucky': Fire truck's delay came close to costing livesFire officer in charge says a delay could have ended up with two people trapped.28 May 05:38 AM
New Zealand6369 new Covid cases in the community, 13 deathsThe seven-day average of new community cases is about 1000 down on a week ago.27 May 11:28 PM
New ZealandTwo hurt - one seriously - in Parnell apartment fireFire and Emergency received "multiple calls" about a fire in the three-storey building.27 May 11:05 PM
New ZealandJudge tells drink-driver his excuses are 'bulls***'Judge Greg Davis calls repeat drink-driver out on his excuses for endangering the public.27 May 10:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTrust busting: Inheritance, divorce law changes mean assets will no longer be safeThe Law Commission has targeted trusts used to hide assets from children and spouses.27 May 05:00 PM
KahuHapū take a stand against gang violence in KaikoheFive hapū have joined forces to impose a rāhui, or cultural ban, on gang violence.27 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Get it done': Tradie told to ignore defects, leaky homeowner wins $1m payoutJudge rules in favour of former editor left with substantial repair bill for leaky home.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHealth expert slams Coca-Cola's sugar move in fizzy drink'Is this going to improve the health of the nation ... the answer is no,' professor says.27 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Brutal attack' - police reveal 'dangerous' suspect in walkway homicideA man has faced court over his alleged involvement in the Mt Albert death.27 May 05:24 AM
New ZealandA Moment In Crime: The body in the garden - the murder of Martin BerryA Moment In Crime podcast looks at the case of murderer Rena Joyce in Christchurch.27 May 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Red' Conway: Rugby star who had finger amputated to make the All Blacks diesRugby icon had no regrets having finger amputated to make the All Blacks.26 May 10:36 PM
New ZealandGolf course horror: Coroner faults player whose mate was fatally struck in head by ballCoroner cites mate of man killed by errant golf ball during birthday outing in Queenstown.26 May 08:58 PM
New ZealandRāhui against gang violence declared in KaikoheMore than 150 people marched against gun and gang violence in Kaikohe.26 May 07:56 PM
EnvironmentCouncillors say yes to kerbside collections in WhanganuiWhanganui to get kerbside recycling in 2023 and food waste collection from 2024.26 May 04:30 AM
CrimeJudge concerned jail will entrench teen's criminal behaviour and gang linksA judge reluctantly jailed a teen robber, fearing he will be more antisocial on release.26 May 03:12 AM
New ZealandCambridge tree death: 'Shattered' family pays tribute to amazing mumShe was one of the country's first bilingual teachers at Rakaumanga Kura Kaupapa Māori.26 May 02:47 AM
New ZealandHit-and-run survivor returns to finish race across US - with surgeons who saved himFive years on from the hit and run, Nick Ashill is returning to finish his ultra marathon.26 May 02:21 AM
New ZealandQuestions over NZ's 'broken' relationship amid China-Pacific dealAus, NZ remain largest donors to the region, indicating other issues at play.26 May 01:35 AM
New ZealandPolice find pistol during vehicle stop in KaikohePolice found a pistol during a vehicle stop in Kaikohe.25 May 07:55 PM
New ZealandWatch: Bullet holes in windows - more Auckland shootings overnightIt isn't yet clear whether the incidents are related to the recent spate of shootings.25 May 07:33 PM
New ZealandLive: 'Change is possible' - Ardern meets US lawmakers over guns; Biden meeting up in airPM set to reveal whether Joe Biden visit will go ahead.25 May 06:39 PM
New ZealandFirefighters vote to strike - unionThe members reportedly opted to take "all proposed forms of strike action".25 May 08:35 AM
New Zealand300 fishing vessels to be fitted with cameras from AugustThe software was designed to reduce footage storage and review costs.25 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi cameraman Joseph Day's farewell tomorrowIt comes as an investigation by the Avon Coroner into Day's death begins tomorrow.25 May 05:31 AM
EntertainmentWatch: Emotional PM talks gun control with Stephen Colbert after mass shootingThe PM also invited the talk show host to her wedding, which was postponed due to Covid.25 May 04:00 AM
Environment'Had I not had my stroke, had I been on top of my game, that fire would not have been lit' - SemenoffFormer Mayor says illegal rubbish fire was not his doing25 May 03:35 AM
New ZealandMahuta meets Solomons counterpart virtually over China pactShe says she was assured the 'agreement would not lead to a Chinese military base'.25 May 01:58 AM
New ZealandScott Watson wins legal challenge to argue crucial evidenceControversial photo montage evidence to go under microscope.25 May 12:42 AM
New ZealandHead Hunters MC 'standover': Man hospitalised after alleged drug debt recoveryThree men in court after yesterday's incident.24 May 10:40 PM
New ZealandThree arrests, firearm seized in Far NorthPolice have arrested three people and seized a firearm.24 May 08:05 PM
New ZealandSir Richard Hadlee opens new sports centre: 'It's my legacy to cricket'Hagley Oval is now NZ's premier cricket ground, game's great says.24 May 07:13 PM
New ZealandJacinda Ardern in New York: Aotearoa is 'open for business'Ardern winds up her New York day on The Late Show.24 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire Trevett: PM starts the hustle in NY to get tourists backPM now has to battle Covid wariness as well as the tyranny of distance to get tourists.24 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWinter bugs: Student outbreak of flu-like illnesses, vaccination coverage 'way too low'With winter fast approaching, the Herald examines how we're tracking with illness so far.24 May 07:00 AM
