WellingtonCouncil criticised in investigation over secret files sold in old mayoral desk tip shop saleMultiple failings show the council is at risk of repeating a privacy breach. 19 Feb 05:58 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderRadio go-go: Top NZ music stations primed for sale; Podcast reborn after abrupt ending, tears - but where's Caitlin?MediaWorks leader working from home after complaint; Firm behind cheeky ad shuts for good.19 Feb 05:06 PM
OpinionNZ’s $2.5b shoddy building bill: How to fix the ‘build now, fix later’ cultureIn Auckland, about one-third of new homes do not pass their final inspection.19 Feb 05:00 PM
CrimeIdentity finally revealed for female teacher who groomed 11yo studentShe sent the boy nudes, encouraged him to ask her out, and spent the night with him. 19 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuVote of no confidence for committee of Māori body as court considers application to investigate financesTwo new members, Wiremu Ruru and Emma Pere, won seats on the committee.19 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Deliberate misuse': Brian Tamaki threatens action over Big Gay Out pride flag with his face on itBrian Tamaki says he is exploring possible defamation action over the flag.19 Feb 05:41 AM
BusinessSky TV to lift prices of Sky Sport and Sky Sport Now by about 10%It is the third Sky Sport price rise since February 2024, when the service was $37.99.19 Feb 05:26 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyMining firms eye share of Govt's $80m pot for critical minerals pushCoalition earmarks money for minerals miners, even as one loses fast-track bid.19 Feb 05:00 AM
All WhitesAll Whites star blow deepens Phoenix woes before Auckland FC clashSingh's absence means he will likely miss the All Whites games against Finland and Chile.19 Feb 04:16 AM
PremiumPremiumTelecommunications‘A relief’ – Spark earnings draw analyst upgrade, but also some chipped-down target pricesAnalyst Arie Dekker now tips a lower 16cps dividend, down from his earlier forecast 17cps.19 Feb 04:00 AM
Paralympics'Sport is not separate from politics': Ukrainian Kiwis condemn Paralympics' Russia moveSix Russians and four Belarusians can compete with flags and anthems.19 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandHurricanes BBQ scrapped as Resene workers protest amid living wage row'We are sick of Resene putting its profit into the Hurricanes rather than supporting us.'19 Feb 03:47 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingDaikin opens $30m Christchurch hub to recycle climate-damaging refrigerantThe 7861sq m site will recycle refrigerant from end-of-life heat pumps.19 Feb 03:11 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Hunt for ABs coach exposes NZR's broken high-performance systemOPINION: NZR is flying panel members to Dunedin and Japan to watch both coaches at work.19 Feb 02:47 AM
CrimeHow undercover investigators nailed Jonah Lomu's brother in a drug schemeThe rugby legend's younger brother used his job at FedEx to circumvent Customs inspectors.19 Feb 01:25 AM
CrimePolice charge three men in Dunedin in organised crime and drug supply casePolice say the Willis St raid targeted illegal activity being run through businesses.19 Feb 01:10 AM
New ZealandSerial heckler interrupts Chris Bishop's Auckland housing speechVision NZ candidate Karl Mokaraka interrupts Housing Minister Chris Bishop's Auckland housing speech. Video / Dean PurcellWatch18 Feb 11:52 PM
Agribusiness$3.2b windfall: Fonterra farmers back $2.00-a-share capital returnThe $2.00 a share payout, totalling about $3.2b, is expected to be tax-free.18 Feb 10:45 PM
Property'A number of commercial buildings' – SkyCity eyes $200m asset salesUnderlying FY26 ebitda guidance is confirmed at $190m-$210m as dividends remain suspended.18 Feb 09:01 PM
Entertainment'It's easy to overlook the toll it can take': Marlon Williams announces touring break after final NZ showsThe 35-year-old plans a rāhui-inspired pause after touring nonstop since high school.18 Feb 07:00 PM
OpinionKevin Trenberth: What northern NZ’s wet and sticky summer reveals about our warming atmosphereOPINION: On February 2, Whangaparaoa sweltered at 24C with 98% relative humidity.18 Feb 05:00 PM
ChristchurchUni students warned over ‘aggressive' recruiting by 'cults', unofficial groups on campusStudents who feel pressured are urged to contact university security or chaplaincy.18 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJenée TibshraenyReserve Bank's dovish statement to pause mortgage rate hikes for nowANALYSIS: Could change in housing market dynamics slow the economic recovery? 18 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandChris Hipkins accuses Winston Peters of ‘pure racism’ in ParliamentGerry Brownlee ruled the NZ First leader's personalised question was unacceptable.18 Feb 06:58 AM
CrimeGerman backpacker sobs in Auckland pack rape trial as defence suggests she instigated group sexThe woman acknowledged she had few memories of the New Year's morning incident.18 Feb 05:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash Rate'At the early stages of a recovery': Reserve Bank keeps OCR on holdInflation at 3.1% in 2025 is now tipped to drop back into the 1-3% band.18 Feb 05:03 AM
New ZealandChild Safety Review press conferenceChildren's Commissioner Claire Achmad, Independent Children's Monitor chief executive Arran Jones and Chief Ombudsman John Allen announce the latest review into children's safety.Watch18 Feb 04:09 AM
New ZealandHow a Kiwi TV producer made a Hollywood escape amid fraud charges Media Insider Shayne Currie unpacks the tangled world of Alex Breingan18 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandCats blamed for 'worst' banded dotterel nesting season in NapierCats have wiped out 18 of 42 monitored dotterel nests this season.18 Feb 03:58 AM
EntertainmentHeated debate erupts as Brit claims Aussie milk is superior"I thought you guys were competitive over the rugby league, not milk?"18 Feb 03:31 AM
New ZealandDavid Seymour responds to OCR announcementDeputy Prime Minister David Seymour responds to OCR announcement. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Feb 03:28 AM
New ZealandNicola Willis responds to OCR announcementFinance Minister Nicola Willis responds to OCR announcement. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Feb 03:18 AM
Crime‘He looked evil’: Witness describes man's demeanour on night he allegedly killed ex-partner'He is fried as f***, he’s scratching his head with a big knife', man messaged partner.18 Feb 03:00 AM
BusinessNZ Herald Live: Reserve Bank Governor Anna Breman explains the OCR decisionReserve Bank Governor Anna Breman explains the decision to keep the Official Cash Rate at 2.25%.Watch18 Feb 01:12 AM
