'Stabbed so ruthlesslessly in back': Judge blasts ex-funeral director, sentenced to jail
The former employee and star of The Casketeers was found out by chance.
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Drink driver's wife spent three months in hospital after 'devastating' crash
Everton Augustine's passengers suffered multiple severe injuries in the crash.
School bans energy drinks after spike in sick bay visits
Students were feeling sick after skipping breakfast and "guzzling" energy drinks instead.
Reaction to Trump's Tariffs, Russel Brand accused and China watches closely | NZ Herald News Update
The world reacts to Donald Trump applying new global tariffs on trade. Russel Brand is accused of rape and sexual assault. China keeps an eye on NZ investigations.
Police not looking for anyone else after discovery of two bodies in Wellington
Police found two people dead in the Roseneath home after a welfare check.
Backpacker allegedly gang-raped by three men in ‘horrific’ Auckland CBD attack
Three men are before the court jointly charged with rape.
Wellington deaths: Neighbour says British boarders were ‘super lovely people’
Police found two people dead in the Roseneath home after a welfare check.
Under-fire Green MP plays anti-police anthems at festival
Songs included Killing in the Name and Sound of da Police.
Ombudsman changes mind, asks KiwiRail to release ‘excessive’ consultant spend
It's a complete turnaround from the Ombudsman's decision two months ago.
Two men face kidnapping charges after rural shooting incident
Multiple charges have been laid against a 48-year-old man and 67-year-old man.
Alleged offender targeting lone female passengers on buses arrested
Police received reports of several incidents earlier this month.
Widow of Efeso Collins interrupted by anti-vax heckler
Vasa Fia Collins was interrupted by an anti-COVID vaccination heckler while speaking to the media.
Media industry shake-up: Is Trade Me eyeing an audacious acquisition of Stuff?
In a back-to-the-future move, could NZ's biggest classifieds website buy into Stuff?
Georgina Campbell: Looming ferry decision one of the most significant for coalition Govt
ANALYSIS: Shipyards will soon be shortlisted and detailed ship specifications revealed.
Health NZ admits ‘gap in communications’ over non-existent sick baby unit
Documents reveal the timeline of how the unit was quietly shelved.
Health NZ refuses to release rent costs for sick baby unit that doesn’t exist
Negotiations are under way with another health provider to take on the lease.
Person injured after fight with Wellington home intruder, residents told to check properties
Police are investigating whether two serious incidents in a Wellington suburb are linked.
Car fire on State Highway 20, Auckland, caused chaos for motorists
The northbound lanes on the Southwestern Motorway between Massey Rd and the SH20A interchange had to be closed after a car fire on Saturday night. Video / Fade_oclock_nz
Christchurch Mosque tragedy remembered as new Canadian PM is sworn in | NZ Herald News Update
NZ PM Christopher Luxon is off to India as Mark Carney is sworn in as the new Canadian PM. Arrest in Christchurch on the sixth anniversary of the mosque tragedy. Video / NZ Herald
Nicola Willis had ferry paper ready to take to Cabinet before the power shifted
It never made it to the table as scheduled due to 'ongoing discussions with ministers'.
Ferry sailings cancelled due to large swells in Cook Strait
A southerly swell is expected to rise to 4m.
Legal expert says name suppression change won’t fix issue ‘exploited’ by some
Huge delays when defendants choose to appeal suppression decisions are hurting victims.
Police raid Levin property, seize meth, ammunition and $23k in cash
A 22-year-old man is due to appear in court.
Ports ‘reluctant’ to work with KiwiRail after mega-ferry fallout
It was hoped a new company would provide a pathway for a trusted approach to negotiations.
MetService National Weather: March 10th - March 13th
MetService National Weather: March 10th - March 13th. Video / MetService
Bus crash blocks road, motorists told to avoid area
Emergency services were alerted to the incident on Hutt Rd at 10.20am.
Damage shown as Ex-Cyclone Alfred hits the Gold Coast
Damage is shown in this video as Ex-Cyclone Alfred hits the Gold Coast this weekend. Video / Lulu Wood
Ex-cyclone Alfred touches down in Australia as Labour makes Kiwis promises | NZ Herald News Update
Ex-cyclone Alfred touches down in Australia, being downgraded. Chris Hipkins delivered his State Of The Nation address yesterday. Video / NZ Herald
Bogans heroes: Upper Hutt celebrates a lifestyle of Holdens, beers and black
Up to 5000 people are expected to attend the city's Bogan Day Out festival.
‘Helpless’ mum told toddler must continue visits with dad after sex abuse claim
The child has twice claimed her father has touched her inappropriately on the visits.
‘Get match fit’: KiwiRail cuts 227 jobs, signals further restructuring
KiwiRail has 'welcomed back' Winston Peters as Minister for Rail and briefed him.
Sociopath teen rapist named in rare suppression lift
The teen would normally have kept suppression but his case was sent to the adult court.
Willis told to renegotiate with shipbuilder three months after cancelling mega-ferries
Hyundai Mipo Dockyard is back at the table after a 'charming' meeting with Winston Peters.
Rugby club loses licence after patron’s drunk driving kills young mum
Cass Maguire's father said the club and others were responsible for his daughter's death.