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Dawn Aerospace sells its first spaceplane – what the US buyer paid

The Aurora can reach 100km altitude, achieving three minutes of microgravity.

The best cosy cabins in New Zealand for a winter getaway

There’s no better time to go off-grid than in the midst of a New Zealand winter.

The lawyer, the horse magazine and ex-TVNZ news chief's evidence – court orders retrial

Defamation jury should not have heard expert evidence of Bill Ralston, says court.

10 Kiwis lose $100k each to scams within three months

The first quarter of the year was the second-highest for online financial losses.

‘A silly decision’: Safety advocate Sterling Maxwell on drinking and driving under 20

Maxwell emphasises the importance of rangatahi driving safely and responsibly.

Favouritism v loyalty in $75k Waikato Steeples

'I can't tip against The Cossack': Nelson's heartfelt admission.

Ute rockets onto Ngauranga Gorge during rush hour, clipping car

The ute careens out of the off-ramp onto Ngauranga Gorge, clipping a car travelling on SH1. Video / Luke Drabble

Social media hacks targeting KiwiSaver hardship claims on the rise

Over $389 million was withdrawn for financial hardship between July 2024 and April 2025.

Long queues after ute crash on SH1 Ngauranga Gorge during evening rush

Footage captures lengthy queues for those heading home from Wellington CBD tonight after a crash on Ngauranga Gorge. Video / NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

Anti-ICE protests continue, and Nicola Willis criticises Reserve Bank | NZ Herald Afternoon Update

Anti-ICE demonstrations continued across several American cities and Finance Minister Nicola Willis criticised the Reserve Bank over Adrian Orr's resignation.

Auckland University vice-chancellor ‘lost trust and confidence’ of staff

Other colleagues said Dawn Freshwater was widely supported and a 'visionary' leader.

Collins downplays reports of Aukus review

The US has told Australia it needs to significantly boost its defence spending.

'This is not a drill': Napier chosen for cruise industry rethink

Cruise numbers will drop 40% next summer. So what is the solution?

Second Northland Two by Twos member charged with sex offences to stand trial

The 80-year-old faces a number of charges.

11 sunscreens sold in New Zealand don't meet SPF claims

One sunscreen was marked SPF50+ but only clocked an SPF of 4.

Cautious spending: Card data shows dip in retail sales for May

Economist Satish Ranchhod says retail spending likely to remain 'soft for a while'.

Defence Force's Waiōuru housing project fails to break ground

Budget 2023 earmarked the thick end of $75 million for 50 new houses.

Unequal palliative care access is harming end-of-life choices - report

Fully funded hospices and improved end-of-life education needed, report finds.