New Zealand‘Forced to marry a lesbian’: Bigamist denied refugee status in NZHe says a politician threatened him with a pistol and coerced him into marrying a lesbian.02 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSummer weather expected to stick around for Waitangi DayFine conditions are expected for most of the country up to and including Waitangi Day.02 Feb 04:00 PM
EnvironmentMajor review links microplastics to reproductive, digestive harmResearchers urge governments to ban single-use plastics immediately.02 Feb 06:30 AM
New ZealandLegal experts weigh in on length of former Act president’s name suppressionTim Jago abandoned his appeal for continued name suppression on Friday.02 Feb 06:22 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNZ must decide on growth path for decades ahead, says infrastructure groupOPINION: If we were to sell some assets, where could we reinvest or recycle that money?02 Feb 06:00 AM
BusinessHow much do you need to save each week for a comfortable retirement?So you want to save $500,000 for retirement. What does it take to get there?02 Feb 05:40 AM
OpinionOpinion: Why 90% of Kiwis misunderstand Te Tiriti’s promiseOnly '13% of New Zealanders have read the Māori text of Te Tiriti o Waitangi'.01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Weeding out summer gardening problemsOpinion: Kem Ormond battles oxalis, convolvulus and veldt grass.01 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: When even the world’s oldest profession is struggling, you know times are toughOPINION: The economy still feels bad but a recovery is slowly gaining momentum.01 Feb 04:00 PM
Lifestyle‘So excited’: Racing star Scott McLaughlin on fatherhoodThe motorsport star is besotted with his wife and baby daughter.01 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAllegedly fraudulent letter in support of speedway's move to Waikaraka ParkSpeedway fan Jason Jones and councillor John Watson spoke about an allegedly fraudulent letter they say was sent in support of the speedway's move to Waikaraka Park.Watch01 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelPlan now for an extended break: 5 of the best things to do over EasterBooked the full 10 days off? Maximise your extended Easter break with these top ideas.01 Feb 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Let me just play for five more minutes’: Partner on beach as swimmer swept to death at PihaPartner held on to hope for 'miracle' before body found after swimmer caught in rip.01 Feb 04:24 AM
New Zealand‘Disappointing’: Second police officer posing in gang colours sparks controversyOfficer shown posing in Mongrel Mob vest and hat. Police say behaviour below expectation.01 Feb 12:37 AM
New Zealand‘Big dreams’: Missing Piha swimmer wanted to buy house with partner; body found on nearby beach'Devastated' family now trying to fly to NZ from India.31 Jan 09:18 PM
New ZealandMetservice National Weather: January 31st - February 2ndMetservice National Weather: January 31st - February 2nd Video / MetServiceWatch31 Jan 08:09 PM
New ZealandRising rent causing trouble, fishermen warned and Dunedin Hospital hit | NZ Herald News UpdateRising rent is causing trouble for many New Zealanders, the Salvation Army send a warning. Fishermen receive fines for poor conduct as Dunedin Hospital takes another hit.Watch31 Jan 07:44 PM
New ZealandHomicide: Violent gang fight in Ōpōtiki leaves one dead after stabbingPolice said despite medical attention, the man died at the scene.31 Jan 07:36 PM
New Zealand'Totally dropped the ball': ANZ staff helped scam victim send $250k to known 'money mule'The victim is shocked to learn the bank was on notice about the suspect account.31 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFisheries crackdown: 4000 fishing offences in past year revealedCommercial fishing breaches hit 863; recreational offences more than 3,00031 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMDMA disguised as dodgy-looking crockery smashes 'sophisticated' drug operationPolice swoop after package declared to be dining plates was actually plate-shaped MDMA.31 Jan 07:29 AM
EntertainmentFeel the fire: Iconic Kiwi band loses farewell tour merch in airport blazeIt comes after the band's farewell tour kicked off on December 29.31 Jan 06:18 AM
New ZealandThousands tap KiwiSaver for ‘second chance’ at home ownershipExpert says there might be a number of people who did not realise it was an option.31 Jan 05:51 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMarket close: NZ stocks end the week on a positive noteThe threat of Trump tariffs reared its head again for some businesses.31 Jan 05:26 AM
Talanoa‘A complete lie’: Samoa’s health boss slams RFK Jnr’s deadly measles outbreak commentsKennedy claimed tissue samples sent to New Zealand did not show any trace of the virus.30 Jan 08:35 PM
New ZealandA rare celestial spectacle: How to see the planets alignFor those eager to see it, Hawke’s Bay Holt Planetarium is hosting a Sunday observation.30 Jan 08:31 PM
New ZealandTrump blames diversity after plane crash and public servants overworked | NZ Herald News UpdatePresident Trump blames diversity hires after deadly Washington DC plane crash and public servants report high workloads following job cuts. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Jan 06:48 PM
New ZealandWatch: Cyclist spins through the air after collision, confronts pensioner driver at home‘How the hell?’, grandmother says after cyclist told her to pay $12,000 in bike repairs.30 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCannonball run record holder, iPod creator hit NZ in 4X4s, looking for new scoresVenture capitalists go on a road trip, looking for the next big thing.30 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Are banks right to ditch ‘dirty’ customers?Debate gets deeply political.30 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsBNZ tells coal mine it will shut all accounts by 2030BNZ wrote to the mine saying its accounts would be closed by 2030.30 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Over $400 a month’: Economists see mortgage savings boost to economy in 2025Two economists have crunched the numbers on mortgage costs in 2025 and the news is good.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMajor retailer reviews helium warnings after mum’s party deathThe Warehouse plans to review helium warnings but won't impose age restrictions.30 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: NZ needs a strategic approach to building wealth like Singapore's TemasekOPINION: National, Act, NZ First and even Labour could achieve a historic agreement.30 Jan 04:00 PM
