New Zealand'Huge backward step': Debate over Govt's new education proposalThe new system replaces NCEA with national qualifications over five years.04 Aug 07:58 PM
New ZealandA life well lived: Celebrating Neil and Zoe Olsen of PeriaCherished members of the Peria community, Neil and Zoe Olsen, have earned deep respect and affection from generations of locals. Video / Yolisa TswanyaWatch04 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandThree staff involved in pharmacy error that led to two-month-old's deathThe parents don't blame the intern, saying he lacked proper support.04 Aug 06:57 PM
PremiumBusiness'It was a shock': NZ trade group warns NZ will be worse off under 15% US tariff regime04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPoliticsKiwi principals have their say on axing NCEA: A 'huge step forward' or a game of political football?04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Stupid and immature': Hoons' burnouts at intersection contributed to tourist's death near Hastings04 Aug 05:00 PM
TalanoaFamily lose toddler to dengue fever just days after brother dies from same disease04 Aug 05:00 PM
Infrastructure reportWhy NZ must strengthen cyber defences for critical infrastructure04 Aug 04:59 PM
PremiumBusinessFree Speech Union’s bid to take over InternetNZ: The results are in – Tech Insider04 Aug 08:35 AM
New ZealandMan tried to bribe court registrar with $2 million in Bitcoin in cryptocurrency caseCryptopia was allegedly hacked in 2019, and liquidators are still trying to wind it up. 04 Aug 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailZuru nappy trial: Former business partner settles before court showdownThe court suppressed details of Rascal's pricing, factories, and marketing.04 Aug 05:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorJamie Ensor: What led Government to abolish NCEA – and why we shouldn't be shockedANALYSIS: It's likely to be a popular move at the right time for the Government.04 Aug 05:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBaby in bus case: Community blindsided by incident involving well-known familyThe defendant was bright and engaging as a child and positive things were expected of her.04 Aug 05:15 AM
OpinionJenni MortimerWhich famous NZ faces might be heading to Celebrity Treasure IslandSeven seasons into the winning format, you might be wondering who's left to cast. 04 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandCalls made for fast-tracking of 'coward punch' laws after rugby supporter's deathDaniel Nganeko died after he was allegedly punched outside a rugby clubroom. 04 Aug 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRare rescue: 'The textbooks don’t tell you what to do with a constipated petrel'The blue petrel is believed to be the first nursed back to health in Hawke's Bay. 04 Aug 04:14 AM
New ZealandOperator of troubled Kāeo water scheme trespassed from plantThe operator was trespassed from Kāeo’s treatment plant over unpaid rent.04 Aug 02:44 AM
PoliticsPeters marks Cook Islands anniversary with coded message: Don't risk it all on ChinaWinston Peters delivered a coded warning. 04 Aug 02:18 AM
EntertainmentTV favourite Celebrity Treasure Island to return for Season 7, here's when The show features 18 Kiwi celebs competing for a $100,000 charity prize.03 Aug 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismTourism Holdings board rejects $2.30 per share takeover offerA consortium was spearheading a bid to acquire all of THL’s shares. 03 Aug 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'New money': Higher-end housing development sparks strong interestPrices start at $700,000, with home and land packages from $1.4 million.03 Aug 10:31 PM
New ZealandEx-top cop Jevon McSkimming’s name suppression dropsEx-top cop Jevon McSkimming’s name suppression drops on objectionable material charges. Video / NZ Herald, PoolWatch03 Aug 10:27 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFullers boss on electric v diesel ferries as AT changes course PLUS: Queen's Wharf megachargers get the go-ahead. 03 Aug 09:00 PM
LifestyleOprah returns to NZ for one-off show after 10-year hiatusThe queen of talkshows, bookclubs and podcasts is returning to NZ for one night only.03 Aug 08:00 PM
Crime'Nothing for him in society': Judge grants arsonist's wish, sends him back to jailHe told police he was tired of his boarding house roommates always fighting and yelling.03 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandNegotiations over trade tariffs and the future of NCEA | NZ Herald News Update: August 4, 2025Trade Minister Todd McClay intends to negotiate the 15% trade tariff imposed by Donald Trump and a major announcement over the future of NCEA is expected. Video / NZ HeraldWatch03 Aug 06:53 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailNick Mowbray’s Zuru company heads to High Court over $30m diaper disputeHigh Court at Auckland to hear claims about Zuru's $30m purchase of Rascals.03 Aug 05:00 PM
EmploymentUnemployment expected to hit nine-year highEconomists fear the labour market downturn will be prolonged.03 Aug 05:00 PM
Kahu$28m funding for Northland kura, opposed Kaiwaka school to open by 2028Te Kura o Ngāringaomatariki will move 11km to a new campus in Kaiwaka.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPharmacist let colleague take rap after stealing cash from till more than 200 times The woman's new boss had no idea until her probation officer called. 03 Aug 08:00 AM
New Zealand'No point buying it': Mayor reacts to gang patches being sold onlineProducts featuring gang patches are sold on Temu, despite a public display ban.03 Aug 06:54 AM
CrimeMeth experiment goes badly for first-time user who stabbed stranger with forkA 21-year-old tried to force his way into a woman's home before fleeing to a New World.03 Aug 06:00 AM
