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Wellington Zoo’s Sumatran tiger Bashii dies

Bashii, aged 18, was euthanised after a rapid decline in his health.

Is Christchurch set to become the sporting capital of NZ?

OPINION: Ahead of the new stadium opening, Mike Thorpe says Chch can't be beat for sport.

Community win keeps Ōpua post services running after NZ Post rethink

The Ōpua General Store is one of only 10 partner stores to keep postal services.

MetService severe weather April 17-22

MetService's severe weather update for April 17-22. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday April 17, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Claims the Prime Minister’s leadership is on the rocks and police are in the early stages of reviewing Auckland's DNA database| Friday April 17, 2026

'They were really good boys': Kawerau mourns 'precious' river victims

Whānau for one of the boys have shared a tribute, describing him as having a gentle soul.

Can I refuse to go to work during a state of emergency? What the experts say

'I’m lucky my boss values our safety, but not everyone is in that position.'

'Not a finale': Period care brand to close online store after eight years

The period underwear company was bought by Somedays in January 2025.

Fresh weather warnings as weekend storm rolls in

Already-saturated regions are at risk of more slips and surface flooding.