New ZealandBoom time over: Timeshare dream fades as ageing owners look to sell upThe tide that brought in the wave of 1980s investors now appears to have also turned.26 Dec 04:00 PM
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
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
EntertainmentSummer podcast guide: 9 top celebrity, comedy and sports shows to streamFrom Taylor Swift to Paula Bennett, the list spans global heavyweights and local heroes.25 Dec 01:00 AM
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
