New Zealand'Cowardly attack': Public rush to help taxi driver assaulted on Christmas DayPolice are calling for more information.26 Dec 06:11 AM
New ZealandHead lifeguard in Christmas Day double rescueOpunake surf lifeguard credited with being part of two Christmas Day rescues. 26 Dec 01:55 AM
AucklandPerson dies after being swept away by waves at Piha BeachThe police Eagle helicopter was deployed to help find the person.26 Dec 01:30 AM
PremiumNew ZealandWhy this multi-millionaire is giving 250 first-time house-buyers $100k each26 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Fishing fury – Matt Watson blasts Shane Jones and his 'mates' over rule changes25 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Free trade deal with India deserved better coverage, Peters resorts to populist response25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhere Christmas Day rain, hail and thunder are most likely todayHeavy rain and strong wind watches are in force for several South Island ranges.24 Dec 10:51 PM
New Zealand'Thought my new TV was a dud': Christmas Eve glitches hit free-to-air channels for second day A separate Canterbury transmission fault left some channels glitching for days.24 Dec 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'You feel pretty badass': Inside the motorbike group for 155 Hawke’s Bay women'My life two years ago was completely different. I never ever expected it.'24 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: New Zealand's deadliest Christmas disaster!Reporter Ethan uncovers the shocking true story of what happened the night before Christmas, when a volcano, a mudslide, and a devastating train wreck collided.Watch24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Eve Lotto draw: $4m Powerball jackpot on the line tonightYou could be the big winner just hours before Christmas Day.24 Dec 07:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: Chlöe Swarbrick joins forces with Wayne Brown for 'stupid season' Christmas videoAuckland Mayor decries lack of common sense and signs off with a cheeky jab at Wellington.24 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Cost my brother’s life': All Black shares drowning story in water safety plea'I know what it feels like to lose a loved one,' Tupou Vaa'i says.24 Dec 04:15 AM
New ZealandTrade Minister McClay confident Labour will support India Free Trade AgreementThe deal cuts tariffs on about 95% of New Zealand exports to India.24 Dec 04:14 AM
New Zealand‘This Christmas may not be as joyous’: Luxon acknowledges tough year for some in Christmas videoHe said 2025 had been tough for some Kiwis but that the country was progressing.24 Dec 03:54 AM
New ZealandAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown’s guide to the silly seasonAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown has released a humorous Christmas message that took a dig at Wellington and even enlisted several special guests. Video / Auckland Council / Wayne BrownWatch24 Dec 03:41 AM
New ZealandChristmas at the zoo: No rest for the wildKeepers at Auckland Zoo spend Christmas Day giving animals extra treats and care.24 Dec 03:27 AM
New ZealandAll Black Tupou Vaa'i backs water safety campaign after brother's drowningTupou Vaa’i was just seven when he watched his brother Tevita drown. Video / Water Safety New ZealandWatch24 Dec 02:47 AM
RetailBudgets still constrained: Christmas peak spending falls for fifth yearWorldline NZ processed 563,303 transactions from noon to 1pm on Christmas Eve.24 Dec 02:24 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, December 24, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Calls for UN reform as US does not pay its dues, and body found in search for missing rock fisher | Wednesday, December 24, 2025Watch24 Dec 02:24 AM
New Zealand'Expect delays': Five injured in SH25 truck crash as holiday traffic ramps around NZStop-go controls are currently in place near the Waihou (Thames) River bridge. 24 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandThe rules if you’re working, or running a business, over the Christmas breakRetail workers have clear legal rights over Christmas and New Year.23 Dec 11:26 PM
New Zealand'TV3 is unwatchable': Viewers vent as glitch hits multiple channels, technicians work through nightViewers reported severe pixelation and audio issues during the 6pm news.23 Dec 11:11 PM
LifestyleWhy weather apps give different forecasts – and which ones to trust in NZ'Do you want to take it with glass half full or glass half empty?' a meteorologist asks.23 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Is the economic recovery enough to save the coalition?OPINION: Fragile recovery puts coalition’s re-election on the line.23 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandNZTA orders data analysis to identify full scale of falsely recorded breath testsAbout 130 NZ Police staff are being investigated over 30,000 suspect tests.23 Dec 06:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperOpinion: Naughty and nice list of the year in women’s sportSchool Sport NZ moved to further restrict which students can compete in 2025.23 Dec 06:01 PM
New ZealandOpinion: Christmas, Jesus, and what gifts say about usOpinion: A thoughtful present is important. God got the gift to us spot on.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWill it be wet or 30C on Christmas Day? Forecasters reveal where rain and heat most likelyThunderstorms are possible in the western and southern South Island this evening.23 Dec 04:00 PM
