New Zealand'Rain for most parts': Wet Christmas Day for much of New ZealandTemperatures will range from the low to mid-20s on Christmas Day.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious crash closes SH3 in Te Awamutu, eight injuredMotorists are advised to follow diversions and expect delays.21 Dec 04:33 AM
New ZealandLightning strike: Thousands without power in the North Island, outages hit South IslandThe outages are possibly due to lightning strikes.21 Dec 04:31 AM
New ZealandThundestorm alerts issued around NZ, motorists warned to take careMotorists are being warned to drive 'carefully' as heavy falls start in Rotorua, Taupō.21 Dec 02:16 AM
New Zealand'Pretty gutting': Teacher aide's nasty pre-Christmas surprise after bike stolen on last day of termSecurity camera footage shows a man taking the bike during class time.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Pothole Nation': Slow-moving road trips await Kiwi holidaymakers this summerAA's message to drivers: Be prepared for roadie delays – be polite to road workers.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorth Island braces for thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpoursMotorists are being warned to drive 'extremely carefully'.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChild in serious condition after falling, hitting their head at Whangārei FallsThe incident was reported about 7.30pm. 20 Dec 08:11 AM
New ZealandMan critical after being trapped under flaming lawnmowerThe man was airlifted to Auckland City Hospital from the North Auckland site. 20 Dec 05:56 AM
New ZealandPolice seize patches, charge gang members after social media post outside courtPolice have seized six King Cobra patches.20 Dec 03:59 AM
New ZealandPolice seize 300 cannabis plants at South Auckland grow houses Police executed search warrants at three addresses in Counties Manukau this week.20 Dec 03:37 AM
New Zealand'Festive spirit may be dampened': Thunderstorms, tornadoes possible in grim leadup to XmasHeavy rainfall, thunderstorms and elevated humidity levels are tipped for the next week.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWarning after Irishman electrocuted in ‘freak accident’ on NZ farm'He was such a nice chap. He had a word for everybody.'19 Dec 07:49 AM
EntertainmentPavlova and Pūkana: Harry Potter star crosses Ditch for new seriesThe award-winning actress said it was 'unforgiveable' she hadn't fully explored NZ.19 Dec 04:06 AM
New ZealandHighway chokepoints this Christmas seasonHolidaymakers in Auckland and Wellington can expect the heaviest traffic before Christmas and again before New Year. Video / Alyse Wright, NZ HeraldWatch19 Dec 01:01 AM
New ZealandCancer survivor, 79, completes 1700km hike for charityDuncan Smith, 79, completes 1700km hike of North Island for charity19 Dec 12:00 AM
KahuThumbs-up for central North Island village name changeNational Park Village is being renamed Waimarino.18 Dec 08:08 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful, caring little boy': Funeral set for 'beloved' Miles after park drowningThe 5-year-old died on Saturday night at Lower Hutt's Avalon Park.18 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice appeal after woman shot in Palmerston NorthPolice said those involved were known to each other.16 Dec 08:35 PM
New Zealand'Serious threat': Auckland Mitre 10 defends staff after viral video shows forklift worker threatening driver'He was not rational and his behaviour was highly erratic.'16 Dec 06:04 AM
New ZealandBoy playing near pond shortly before tragic death - witnessThe witness said council should change the depth of the pond to make it safer.16 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandMeth worth millions found in abandoned bags near Auckland Airport baggage carouselsThe estimated 28.5kg was found in duffle bags near the baggage carousels.16 Dec 04:08 AM
New ZealandBoy who drowned in Lower Hutt park moved to NZ a few months agoA Givealittle has been started to support the 'grieving family of Miles'.15 Dec 06:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Government all at sea on faltering ferry spendOPINION: This isn’t doing much for National's attempts to look like better money managers.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'I’m giving ya 30 seconds': Mitre 10 worker threatens ute driver with forkliftThe hardware store video sparked debate on social media.12 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelIt's time to upscale your family holiday from a campground to a bougie bachBook more. Pay more... Enjoy more.12 Dec 06:00 AM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: An indefensible ferry plan - Govt is finishing the year derailedOPINION: We’re getting back on track, the PM’s intoned time and time again.11 Dec 08:31 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms, downpours threaten North Island, Auckland under heavy rain watchThere is a risk of localised heavy downpours in Auckland.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDeluges forecast for North Island, Auckland faces thunderstorms and muggy temperaturesAkl forecast to hit 24C tomorrow, 26C on Fri. Hastings could reach 30C in weekend. 11 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Injuries are severe': Biker fighting for life in hospital after horrific triple-fatality crashFundraising to support Tautini Capper and his wife has so far raised just over $12,000. 10 Dec 04:39 AM
New ZealandGrief-stricken motorcycle community planning final ride for victim of crash that killed three peopleMotorcyclist mates determined to give beloved rider the send-off she would have wanted.09 Dec 09:54 PM
New Zealand'Ride free brother': Second motorcyclist killed in triple fatal 'will never be forgotten'Three people died in Saturday's crash. Lesley Brooks, 46, was a mum of three.09 Dec 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLabour MP Arena Williams: A second summer – and still no new ferriesOPINION: NZ still remains without a reliable Cook Strait connection.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Balmy weather': Warm temperatures remain but wet weather returns after winds fan flare-upsTemperatures will remain in the low to high 20s this week.08 Dec 05:27 AM
