New ZealandUnion says police memo on pay bargaining a bid to ‘intimidate members’The 'Repay the Risk' push seeks pay that reflects dangers faced on duty.16 Apr 06:49 AM
Crime'He's trying to stab me!' Neighbours recall haunting last minutes of family violence victim's lifeCharlie Watson had a plan to leave the abusive relationship but feared it could end badly.16 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandTwo people dead after ‘water-related incident’ at Tarawera RiverTwo people have died after a water-related incident in Kawerau’s Tarawera River near Boyce Park late this morning. Video / Annabel ReidWatch16 Apr 03:41 AM
PremiumOpinionAlice SoperOpinion: Charlisse Leger-Walker’s WNBA leap crowns a Kiwi hoops dynasty16 Apr 03:01 AM
PremiumPersonal FinanceRelationship property: Why an outdated law helped fuel a $6m legal bill 16 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragically taken': Hunter shot in bush near Dannevirke was 44-year-old father16 Apr 01:12 AM
New Zealand756 lightning bursts light up night sky as cold blast lashes lower South Island16 Apr 12:06 AM
New ZealandRare 4.5 billion-year-old meteorite tracked across NZ skies to go on display Only 10 meteorites have ever been recovered in New Zealand.15 Apr 10:56 PM
CrimeTwins admit violent machete robbery that resulted in shotgun blast, attempted murder chargeA Facebook Marketplace seller was attacked with a machete while trying to sell a ring. 15 Apr 10:00 PM
BusinessFord hybrid owners ‘could ask for compensation’Ford has told affected owners to cap charging at 80% and use auto EV mode only.15 Apr 09:24 PM
BusinessFlipping the bird: Shares soar 700% as Allbirds pivots from shoes to AI chipsGreen aims go out the window.15 Apr 08:52 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYWhy are elderly Kiwis doing $20bn of unpaid work? | Ryan Bridge TODAYDave Letele and Carmen Parahi discuss today's headlines. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch15 Apr 08:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRadioactive seeds to treat prostate cancer: First Hawke's Bay patient back on motorbike in weeksNick Mardle said he felt 'privileged' to be paving a path for other Hawke's Bay men.15 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘The beauty in the ordinary’: Biscuit ads spotlight real Kiwi livesThe Life Needs a Biscuit series features 24 unscripted Kiwi mini-docos.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Overwhelming psychological distress‘: Experts' warning as 'magic mushroom season' beginsHarm reduction services are also cautioning Kiwis about mixing drugs in a potent cocktail.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandRestaurant owner died after being swept from rocks while fishingIn 2025, 10 men drowned while fishing from land, up 27% on the 10-year average.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandAre you $14m richer? Lotto's winning Powerball numbers are inTonight's lucky numbers have been drawn.15 Apr 08:36 AM
Interest ratesNZ's largest bank hikes fixed rates, nudges up some depositsANZ's 2-year fixed home loan rate will rise by 20 basis points.15 Apr 05:47 AM
Wellington PhoenixPhoenix leader Mackenzie Barry re-signs as 2027 World Cup push gathers paceShe hopes another season in Wellington will boost her 2027 World Cup chances.15 Apr 05:29 AM
New ZealandFounder of monastery where NZ monk vanished reveals theory over disappearanceJustin Evans, 24, vanished after leaving his monastic cell on Papa Stronsay.15 Apr 05:09 AM
New ZealandAlleged hammer burglar caught at South Auckland laundromat after eight raids Police say the Manurewa laundromat was burgled eight times in three weeks.15 Apr 04:52 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather April 15-19MetService provides an update on severe weather forecast for April 15-19. Video / MetServiceWatch15 Apr 04:13 AM
InvestmentGood deal: Investment in Kiwi start-ups surges 61%Later-stage rounds made up 49% of deals but 83% of all capital invested.15 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday April 15, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Trump's naval blockade carries into second day and recruitment drive to bring Kiwi cops back to NZ | Wednesday, April 15, 2026Watch15 Apr 03:52 AM
CrimeFour relatives to stand trial for death of woman found floating in plastic bagSuppression lifted today for the four defendants after a Court of Appeal decision.15 Apr 03:03 AM
New ZealandYouth arrested after violent back-to-back dairy robberiesPolice say they aren't ruling out further arrests. 15 Apr 02:45 AM
CrimeAssault outside MSD office left victim with teeth knocked out after alleged name-callingThe victim suffered a second blow after she coughed and her veneers fell out and broke.15 Apr 02:00 AM
CommoditiesCow-ching: State-owned farmer to hand Crown $10m special dividend The $10m payment follows a $9.5m capital repayment from Fonterra.15 Apr 12:37 AM
New ZealandXero launches misconduct probe into former boss and New Zealander of the YearXero has employed a King's Counsel to undertake a review of the events.15 Apr 12:24 AM
New Zealand‘Devastating’ scenes as wildlife lay dead on dry lakebed in ManawatūThousands of eels and other taonga species were found dead at Pukepuke Lagoon.14 Apr 11:59 PM
