PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unaffordable': Simeon Brown reveals estimated cost of Wellington's scrapped mega tunnelThe capital will be getting two new tunnels instead.05 Nov 06:29 AM
New ZealandElderly man fighting for life after third suspicious fire at block of flatsThe fire is the third suspicious blaze at the property in the space of a month.05 Nov 02:01 AM
New ZealandTory Whanau reveals projects facing the chop as city awaits observerA swimming pool, a new skate park and cycleways are among the projects at risk.04 Nov 11:09 PM
New Zealand'Who can say no to KFC?' Missing cat lured back after vet and cattery fireIt was 'heartbreaking' telling the family's 2-year-old Beans was missing.04 Nov 09:37 PM
New Zealand'Bit of a shudder': 4.9 magnitude earthquake felt in WellingtonThe shake was reported at 4pm.04 Nov 03:13 AM
New ZealandTrick-or-treat warning: Meth lollies still a risk, police sayEach 'lolly' is 3g of meth, or 300 doses.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMongrel Mob member ‘Fats’ Moke remembered as 'lovable guy' with 'colourful history'His funeral took place in Lower Hutt followed by a procession to a Porirua cemetery.29 Oct 03:53 AM
New ZealandBody found in water at Eastbourne confirmed as missing pensioner, death 'unexplained'The 74-year-old had been missing since Friday after last being seen on a walking track.29 Oct 02:31 AM
BusinessTVNZ backtracks on proposal to scrap 1News website, but says it is to be ‘reduced’Bosses held an all-staff meeting at 1pm.29 Oct 12:28 AM
New ZealandWellington councillors warned to 'get on with it and behave'Councillors have met for the first time public since the Crown observer decision.28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandShots fired at Levin building; those involved likely known to each otherPolice are investigating after the incident on Mabel St.28 Oct 02:36 AM
New ZealandMan’s body recovered from the water in EastbourneA member of the public discovered the body this morning.27 Oct 10:29 PM
New ZealandLabour weekend road toll at zero, US far right commentator to tour NZ | NZ Herald News UpdateThe labour weekend road toll remains at zero with less than 24 hours to go. The country still has a shortage of doctors. Far right US commentator Candace Owens hopes to tour NZ.Watch27 Oct 06:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Self-serving': Cook Strait ferry uncertainty fuels tensions between portsCentrePort's chairman says ferry terminal proposal is laughable.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandResidents saved from balcony as Kāinga Ora apartment in South Auckland goes up in flamesFirefighting crews were called to the fire on Albert St, Ōtāhuhu just after midnight.27 Oct 06:25 AM
CrimeMike King offers reward for return of stolen bikeMike King's UBCO bike was stolen in Tauranga during his 4,700km nationwide “I Am Climate Hope” tour. Video / Mike KingWatch27 Oct 12:44 AM
New ZealandDu Val collapse: Properties owned by failed developer listed for sale onlineEleven-thousand square metres of land around Auckland is up for sale.26 Oct 09:25 PM
New ZealandWatch: Family thrilled to have sold winning $30m Lotto ticket; prize still unclaimedThe owners of Albany Central Superette say the win is very exciting.24 Oct 01:29 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellThe clue that Wellington's Crown observer was waiting in the wings in JanuaryAnalysis: Bursting water pipes are the inescapable backdrop to the city's problems.24 Oct 12:23 AM
New ZealandMan not guilty of encouraging child to kill himself, raping boy's motherThe defence case was that the allegations were simply not true, his lawyer said.23 Oct 11:10 PM
New ZealandClimate activist taken into custody after blocking Wellington street with carMichael O’Hara is protesting because he wants a climate wealth tax.23 Oct 06:18 PM
New Zealand'I was begging them': Man with broken neck went home fed up after ED wait"They just didn't take my concerns seriously," Urlich reflects on his ordeal.23 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamilies allegedly fleeced by undertaker desperate for answers from Tipene FuneralsA 48-year-old woman is due to appear in court on Friday to face charges.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne lucky ticket wins $30 million Lotto Powerball jackpotThe winning numbers for tonight’s draw are in.23 Oct 07:22 AM
New ZealandThe observer: Who has the chops to rein in Wellington City Council?Several names have been floated as potential candidates to sort out the 'shambles'.23 Oct 03:06 AM
New ZealandUnveiling of Jason Butler's memorial plaqueJason Butler went missing three years ago, His family, who are still seeking answers into his disappearance, have unveiled a memorial plaque at an urupa in Ngāpuna.Watch23 Oct 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Angry Wellington ratepayers vindicated as Government steps inAdvice raises concerns about financial mismanagement and Wellingtonians being overcharged.22 Oct 04:57 AM
New ZealandYouth facility kids act up again, Yanfei Bao murder trial begins | NZ Herald Update 22 October 2024The murder trial for Yanfei Bao begins as children in youth facilities continue to rebel against those trying to help them. The NZDF continues to keep a close eye on their ship.Watch21 Oct 07:03 PM
New Zealand'End of story': Man reveals how he survived after falling into sewage tankThe orchard worker has a chest infection and a few strained muscles after falling in.21 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandAdvice on Govt intervention at Wellington City Council lands with Simeon BrownMeanwhile, Tory Whanau is aiming to 'share the pain' with her budget cuts.21 Oct 03:43 AM
New ZealandAmerica’s Cup to be hosted here? Team NZ boss says return ‘not off the table’Political heavyweights have made their opinions clear, but it is up to Dalton and Team NZ.20 Oct 08:05 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball not struck, jackpot rolls over to $30 million prizeThe jackpot will be $30m on Wednesday.19 Oct 08:40 AM
New ZealandSchool 'appalled' council roadworks will coincide with examsRoadworks on Thorndon Quay have already been blamed for the closure of Bordeaux Bakery.18 Oct 04:49 AM
New Zealand'Horrendous': Man falls into tank 'chocka' with sewage, hosed off by fire crewsThe 'lucky' man told firefighters he was off to buy a Lotto ticket.17 Oct 11:55 PM