New ZealandChristmas holiday road toll halves again but police say ‘still too many’Seven people died on the roads over the Christmas period, down from 15 the year before.04 Jan 06:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthwest Busway plan makes headway, but full fix still years awayStage one includes new stations at Brigham Creek, Westgate and Lincoln Rd.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'She was just so happy': Missing dog Rimu reunited with owner days after yacht capsizeThe curly-coated retriever was still wearing her bright orange lifejacket.04 Jan 02:29 AM
New ZealandSwimmer’s 1600km mission to end bottom trawling and protect the oceanThe 35-year-old plans to swim up to 30km a day for roughly 90 days.03 Jan 11:43 PM
New ZealandWeather: SH35 partially reopens, motorists urged to be cautiousThe highway near Tolaga Bay was closed overnight due to flooding.03 Jan 07:51 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after 'water-related incident' at Northland beachPolice were called to the beach near Dargaville at about 6.50pm Saturday.03 Jan 07:12 PM
New ZealandLucky Lotto player wins $1 million as Powerball jackpot rolls overThe $5m prize comes after the New Year’s Eve Powerball went unstruck.03 Jan 07:03 AM
New ZealandFour in hospital after SH1 Brynderwyn crash, road reopensTwo of the four injured people are in a critical condition.03 Jan 04:03 AM
New ZealandSerious crash closes SH1 near Brynderwyns, multiple people injuredThe two-vehicle crash was reported about 12.45pm03 Jan 12:24 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorms threaten torrential rain, hailMetService warns the storms could trigger flash flooding and make driving hazardous.02 Jan 11:13 PM
CrimeHow a barefoot kid became one of the country’s top defence lawyersArthur Fairley, who has almost 900 trials under his belt, says law is like a test match.02 Jan 09:21 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms hammer North Island as mayor opens relief fund for residentsThunderstorms with hail up to 20mm in diameter are possible from Taranaki to Auckland.02 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelNZ's Best Beach 2026: Help choose the 2026 winners, from hidden gems to city sandsThe search for the country's best beach returns and we need your help.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCove Rd closed for hours after ambulance crash leaves person in critical statePolice say the collision happened about 7.50pm on Cove Rd in Waipu.02 Jan 07:50 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warnings lifted for Auckland and Northland, weather watches remainHeavy rain could bring flash flooding and treacherous driving today.02 Jan 05:11 AM
New ZealandToo much screen time? Experts suggest stepping back this summerDr Lena Waizenegger says summer breaks are the ideal time to try a digital detox.01 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Our Heroes of 2025 – the Herald's top picksWe honour the best in news, sport, business and entertainment.31 Dec 09:00 PM
AucklandPerson found dead on highway north of Auckland; police seek dashcam footagePolice say the person is believed to have been hit by a vehicle and left on the road.31 Dec 08:47 PM
New ZealandWatch: Surfing French bulldogs wow beach crowds with fearless wave-riding skillsThe pair now surf between Paihia and Russell, even circling cruise ships at sea.31 Dec 05:17 PM
Black CapsThe three Fs that helped former Black Cap launch a new innings in lifeFor Lou Vincent, life is about giving back and enjoying the small moments with family.31 Dec 05:15 PM
New ZealandAuckland faces risk of severe thunderstorms on New Year’s EveA North Island region is forecast to finally catch a break after a week of poor weather. 31 Dec 05:32 AM
New ZealandAuthorities urge violence-free night in Auckland, New Year’s events cancelled elsewhereIt comes after two straight nights of violence in Auckland, involving group brawls.31 Dec 12:58 AM
New ZealandFar North traffic stop uncovers firearm, meth and stolen carPolice stopped the stolen car after clocking it speeding on SH11 in Kawakawa.31 Dec 12:53 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing dog after yacht capsizes off Northland coastWitnesses say the missing dog, Rimu, was wearing an orange life jacket.30 Dec 09:59 PM
New ZealandWild weather cuts power, cancels New Year events as warnings roll southAbout 10,000 Tasman homes lost power after trees brought down lines.30 Dec 05:01 AM
Crime'It's a miracle no one was killed': Victim of brutal dog attack speaks outNeighbours say repeated warnings about the four roaming dogs were ignored.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandEast v west: The Coromandel property divide driving $8.5m beach salesIn 2024, 74% of Coromandel buyers came from outside the peninsula.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hand sex offender prison death to Coroner 400 days after body found in cellKingi Hemi was serving six years in Ngawha Prison for attacks on children.28 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandThe council proposing a 0% rates increase for 2026/27Northland last held rates at zero in 2014, also under the regional council.28 Dec 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe offspring: How heirs to Kiwi family fortunes earn their keep Meet the heirs of New Zealand's wealthiest families.27 Dec 09:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Snails, dinosaurs and weirdness – my review of 2025OPINION: A look at the odd, fun and joyful moments that made us proud to be Kiwi in 2025. 27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland player scoops $5.5m Powerball days before new yearThe $5.5m ticket was sold at New World Green Bay in Auckland.27 Dec 08:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘I don’t know how to deal with it’: Why schools struggle with traumatic eventsPrincipal Murray Burton has never forgotten the words of a police officer that night.26 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandEyes, faith and resolve: Inside Whangārei man’s battle with locked-in syndromeRyan Scott, 41, was left able to only move his eyes after a stroke in June.26 Dec 04:09 PM
