OpinionAlison SmithFirst HC Post editor remembers community paper's early daysOPINION: Alison Smith was the newspaper's first editor.19 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandBomb threat to daycare, sporting campus over, police find no 'items of note'Police have now left the scene.18 Dec 11:11 PM
New ZealandCelebrating community and history as we say farewellOPINION: The enduring legacy of local stories in the Horowhenua Chronicle.18 Dec 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘I wasn’t being Green’: Tory Whanau admits she has upset her baseThe mayor ends the year with her legacy project intact but other plans in tatters. 18 Dec 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Solutions must be found' for lack of local journalism, Jeanz saysLoss of local news meant 'weaker communities' as the climate crisis bites.18 Dec 07:30 PM
New Zealand'Extremely wasteful': Cook Strait ferry ministerial advisory group paid $300,000Two 220m ships were recommended but no contract has been signed.18 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderThis popular town's newspaper was closing. And then the editor stepped upA newspaper has been saved, paving the way for several similar deals for other towns.18 Dec 08:16 AM
New Zealand'Character from a horror movie': Man's horrific assault injuries described in courtThe victims were enjoying Christmas drinks with workmates before the unprovoked attack.18 Dec 03:59 AM
New ZealandFinal decisions on TVNZ restructure to be announced in coming daysTVNZ chief executive Jodi O'Donnell appeared before MPs at the select committee.18 Dec 03:10 AM
New ZealandDeveloper, bar owner resign from Tory Whanau's business advisory groupWellington's mayor only announced the group of high-flyers in May.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice launch homicide investigation after Porirua man dies in hospitalTitahi Bay resident Sean Remnant was found at a property with critical injuries.17 Dec 03:39 AM
New ZealandFarewell to the 'Chron': Former Horowhenua Chronicle reporter shares memoriesFrankie Webb reflects on her decade reporting for the Horowhenua Chronicle.17 Dec 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellAnalysis: How Winston Peters regained control of Cook Strait ferriesPeters is back at the helm and going back to the drawing board.16 Dec 11:36 PM
New Zealand'Mountain' of Christmas gifts for decile one school after kids expected to miss outThe school was hundreds of gifts short after a technical glitch.16 Dec 11:20 PM
New ZealandOne killed, one critical in Coromandel incident, Kiwibank predicts growth | NZ Herald News UpdateA 77yo man has been charged with murder and attempted murder after an incident in Waiau, Coromandel yesterday. Kiwibank predicts growth in 2025, record migrant numbers leave NZ.Watch13 Dec 07:16 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Very disappointed': Govt puts digital news bill on hold, may follow hardline new Oz lawThe Government has signalled a potentially harder line – but it will be delayed.13 Dec 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellAnalysis: What does 'rail-enabled' ferries mean and can KiwiRail survive without them?KiwiRail has changed its tune as to how its freight business might be affected. 12 Dec 10:21 PM
New ZealandWellington property valuations ‘out of whack’ and need to change, agent saysOne real estate boss described RVs as a 'revenue grab'.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPM left in the dark about assault of women by Vietnamese officialsPolice confirmed they were unable to charge the men, but were certain the crime happened.12 Dec 02:27 AM
New Zealand'Everything in the mix': Winston Peters says rail-enabled ferries still a possibilityPeters says rail should be regarded as a critical part of New Zealand's infrastructure.11 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandWhy police can't charge Vietnamese officials despite having 'no doubt' of sex assaultPolice confirmed they were unable to charge the men, but were certain the crime happened.11 Dec 09:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Ferry flop - Govt reveals it still hasn't sorted its ship outOPINION: What has the Govt been doing in the year since it cancelled the mega-ferries?11 Dec 06:00 AM
BusinessStuff ‘consciously uncouples’ into two separate digital and print media businessesLeaked emails and documents show that the media giant will soon break apart.11 Dec 04:15 AM
New ZealandD-day for Interislander, Government to reveal new Cook Strait ferriesThe Government has promised the plan will be cheaper than the cancelled mega-ferries.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Ready for our next chapter': Wellington to lose another restaurantOwners say they have missed their children terribly after working so many nights. 09 Dec 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellGovt to announce future of Cook Strait ferries after year of uncertaintyANALYSIS: Ministers have promised a cheaper alternative to KiwiRail's mega ferries.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News UpdateThe fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.Watch06 Dec 07:15 PM
New ZealandPregnant mum discovers toddler has advanced cancer after tummy pain complaintMagnus has a 38% chance of survival and will soon start chemotherapy.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Our Heroes of 2024 – the Herald's top picksWe honour the best in news, sport, business and entertainment.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Get help': Brave teen faces rapist in court, pleads for him not to harm anyone elseThe girl has battled daily suicidal thoughts since the rape two years ago.06 Dec 05:10 AM
New ZealandPolice release name of man who died after being found injured in PoriruaPolice are treating the death as suspicious. 05 Dec 09:24 PM
KahuNZME's local paper closures: How Wairoa's iwi is leading the wayWairoa Star, revived by iwi, offers advice to struggling papers amid NZME closures.05 Dec 06:47 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Freaked out a bit': TVNZ star reveals why she quit and reaction; RNZ salaries jump $5m in a yearCommunity editors consider ways to save titles; Former leader takes Whakaata Māori to ERA.05 Dec 06:24 PM
New ZealandKiwiRail bosses says negotiations to exit mega ferry contract will extend into next yearMeanwhile, the Government is poised to announce its new plan for Cook Strait transport. 05 Dec 05:21 AM
