New ZealandSeaweed to gold: Inside NZ’s nanocellulose breakthroughThe biorefinery can produce up to 1600kg of nanocellulose hydrogel weekly.13 Jan 02:47 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyLizard lives on the line? Major Aussie housing developer pledges to protect animals at Queenstown siteSeveral hectares of lizard habitat at Homestead Bay are involved.13 Jan 12:36 AM
New ZealandHell's Angels central Auckland headquarters swarmed by PoliceA heavy police presence was seen around the Mt Eden gang headquarters on Tuesday morning following a fleeing driver incident. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Jan 11:36 PM
New ZealandSouthland man accused of war veteran plaque theft keeps name secret for nowPolice allege nine plaques worth $5000 were taken over four weeks in 2023.12 Jan 08:56 PM
TravelHow one train captures the South Island’s spirit in just five hoursThe TranzAlpine crosses the South Island from Christchurch to Greymouth.12 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It's important locals support independent supermarketsOPINION: Competition is healthy, and smaller operators offer shoppers an alternative. 12 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow iwi are reshaping investment and driving the next growth waveIwi setting sights on global infrastructure and renewable energy deals.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWet change coming: Low-pressure system on way after scorching spellA heavy rain warning could be issued for Thursday across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.12 Jan 04:00 PM
CrimeThird member of well-known dog breeder family admits neglect after underweight dogs, lethargic puppiesThe odd case included an order to take off her wig in court after impostor fears.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRedundancy 'charade': Influencer wins $48,000 after unfair dismissal findingThe ERA found the firm's redundancy process was rushed and largely predetermined.12 Jan 06:00 AM
BusinessNews of a second healthcare data breach emerges - six months after the factThe scope of the attack is still not clear.12 Jan 01:29 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday, January 12, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Man and woman charged in Manurewa shooting and demonstrations continue in Iran | Monday, January 12, 2026Watch12 Jan 12:57 AM
New ZealandMore than 50 flights cancelled as high winds batter WellingtonMetService says winds have eased and no severe weather is expected this week.11 Jan 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland film-maker jailed for child sex abuse material; industry in shockThe actor and director was caught sending images to a 'decoy' police detective online. 11 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Monday January 12, 2026Morning Headlines | Forest fires in Te Haroto and Wairarapa, and advisory group seeks to drive reform in aged care | Monday January 12, 2026Watch11 Jan 06:18 PM
New ZealandHomes evacuated amid North Island forest fires as temps across NZ remain high Many centres in the North Island were pushed towards heat records on Sunday.11 Jan 06:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSearch our map: Swathes of NZ land bought by Ikea for forestryIkea's NZ land holdings will soon be the size of the entire Nelson region. See it mapped.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpearfishing champion warns: Ban bottom trawling or risk more fishery collapsesDarren Shields says the method risks Northland scallop collapses being repeated elsewhere.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerHow 2026 could play out for your mortgage, investments and the electionOPINION: The OCR, now 2.25%, is tipped to reach the bottom of its cycle in 2026.11 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandHigh temperatures to persist across NZ on Monday with some showersMany centres in the North Island were pushed towards heat records today.11 Jan 08:58 AM
New Zealand‘Aggressive’ overtaking on Canterbury highway leads to near missThe driver of a 4WD gave fellow motorists the finger when they objected the highly dangerous manoeuvre near Omarama. Video / SuppliedWatch11 Jan 06:59 AM
CricketHow England's booze-fuelled Ashes left Stokes and McCullum dividedPlayers drank heavily in New Zealand and at Noosa as fitness standards slipped.10 Jan 10:10 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Sunday, January 11, 2026Morning Headlines | Fires tear through Australia and search continues for missing swimmer | Sunday, January 11, 2026Watch10 Jan 07:51 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment‘Once in a lifetime’: Tom Hiddleston on filming Sir Ed Hillary epic in NZThe acclaimed actor went from high-stakes espionage to mountaineering feats.10 Jan 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: What not to spend money on in 2026 if you want to get aheadOPINION: Buy now, pay later on non-essentials can sink future home loan hopes.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWill our skies turn orange? Aus bushfire smoke drifting towards NZ this eveningMetService satellite images show smoke moving towards the South Island.10 Jan 07:16 AM
New ZealandLuxon shares 27-track summer playlist - who does PM have on heavy rotation?The PM's seasonal selection mixes Kiwi classics with viral TikTok hits and pop.10 Jan 05:30 AM
HealthcareManageMyHealth breach victims warned to beware of bank account theftAbout 125,000 ManageMyHealth users have had records stolen in the hack.09 Jan 11:27 PM
New ZealandPod of whales restrands at Farewell SpitAt least six whales from the Golden Bay strandings have died so far.09 Jan 10:35 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'A really unfair kick in the guts': Mark Richardson on losing his media careerThe former Black Cap and broadcaster has started again - in a very different kind of job. 09 Jan 10:00 PM
Cycling'Rest, recovery and personal reconnection': Kiwi world champ to take year off competitive sport'This is the right moment for me to pause, breathe and return to my roots.'09 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandMan shot dead in Auckland, homicide investigation launchedThe incident happened in Manurewa.09 Jan 08:50 PM
Olympics'Pretty nuts': Alice Robinson on World Cup success and hectic Olympics build-up'A lot of big moments are about to happen,' the Kiwi alpine skier said. 09 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandSir Tim Shadbolt's Invercargill funeral service details revealedSir Tim was knighted in 2019 for services to local government and the community.09 Jan 07:01 PM
