New ZealandSouthern Motorway closed overnight following serious crashPolice have closed the Southern Motorway from East Tamaki Rd overnight following a serious crash involving a motorcyclist. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Jan 04:08 PM
New ZealandSearch called off for driver missing after being swept down swollen riverPart of Falls Rd is closed with emergency services in attendance.21 Jan 05:06 AM
New ZealandPolice swarm Auckland's Karangahape Road.Police say one person has been taken into custody. Video / SuppliedWatch20 Jan 08:51 AM
New ZealandSingle-vehicle smash: Driver in serious condition after Hastings road closure20 Jan 01:50 AM
New Zealand'Devastating': Police vehicle in area before pedestrian hit by car in Northland19 Jan 04:36 AM
PremiumNew ZealandPrice of meth in NZ dropped to new low in 2025, cocaine market growing according to new research18 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'There's a nuance to Ben': Sister defends long court history of man killed at Waitārere Beach17 Jan 05:05 PM
New ZealandGirl who made Waitārere 111 call 'incredibly traumatised'Police have yet to speak to the three critically injured victims of Wednesday's shootings.15 Jan 10:43 PM
ChristchurchFriends mourn 'gold-hearted' man who died in Christchurch housing complex fireFriends say Callum Dale was a loyal mate with a passion for making rap music.14 Jan 05:24 PM
New ZealandYoung driver dead, passengers hospitalised after vehicle of interest crashes into truckBystanders and police used about 18 extinguishers to douse the burning vehicle.14 Jan 03:31 AM
New ZealandSouthland man accused of driving 4x speed limit, burnouts in $160k Corvette The $160,000 sports car was seized and impounded for 28 days by police.14 Jan 02:58 AM
WellingtonPolice involved after women complain about public servant's post-Christmas party conductThe staff member at the centre of the complaints has since resigned.14 Jan 02:45 AM
New Zealand'Tragic family incident': One dead, three critical after Waitārere Beach shootingA 60-year-old man is dead and a woman and two young men in critical condition. 14 Jan 01:36 AM
New ZealandPolice at Waitārere Beach property after fatal shootingA property on Waitārere Beach Rd cordoned off on January 14, 2026, after a shooting in which one person died and three others were left critical. Video: Mark MitchellWatch13 Jan 10:53 PM
New ZealandHell's Angels central Auckland headquarters swarmed by PoliceA heavy police presence was seen around the Mt Eden gang headquarters on Tuesday morning following a fleeing driver incident. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Jan 11:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandElite private school taught Tom Phillips bushcraft, shooting skillsThe future fugitive trained in bushcraft, survival, and firearms at posh private school10 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Call 111 immediately': Police hunting Lawrence SchwalgerThe 50-year-old is thought to be somewhere in the wider Auckland area.08 Jan 01:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBusinessman loses $11.5k in bank transfer error, wages five-year legal battle to ID recipientThe wrongful recipient claimed she thought the money was 'inheritance'. 07 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Thursday January 8, 2025Morning Headlines | Nestle baby formula recalled over toxin fears, ACC gym-related injury data revealed | Thursday January 8, 2025Watch07 Jan 07:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I'm not ashamed': Rape complainant who later had relationship with cop goes publicThe IPCA has reopened an inquiry into a complaint against the Christchurch detective.06 Jan 10:00 PM
Crime‘He just froze’: Dairy owner alleges axe-wielding youths threatened his son before stealing chips, drinksPolice believe the trio of lawbreakers were aged between 11 and 15.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hunt William Nelson-Bell over thefts and assaultsThe 23-year-old is known to frequent the Counties Manukau area, police say.05 Jan 11:52 PM
WellingtonCaregivers located after toddler found wandering in nappy down main road‘If you are missing your child… he is now with the police as we had no other choice.'05 Jan 09:49 PM
New Zealand'Call 111': Diesel spills into harbour after Wellington tanker crash, authorities monitoring About 4000 litres of diesel spilled across Aotea Quay before dawn.05 Jan 06:50 PM
New ZealandHastings council's plea to thieves: return our 'much-loved' stolen turtlesA large square hole was cut in the fence of the Cornwall Park aviary in Hastings.05 Jan 02:37 AM
New ZealandBlue Springs visitors warned after unsafe parking continuesThe 4.7km Te Waihou Walkway reopened mid-2025 after rockfall repairs.05 Jan 12:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Blade or bayonet': FBI tip helps NZ Police foil mass stabbing by 21-year-oldThe young extremist was raided just before executing his plan for a mass stabbing attack.04 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDetective investigated after having intimate relationship with rape complainantQueensland Police withdrew a job offer while they investigate the man's conduct.02 Jan 01:00 AM
CrimePolice investigating unexplained death in Devonport on Auckland’s North ShorePolice are investigating an unexplained death in the suburb of Devonport on Auckland’s North Shore.Watch01 Jan 11:50 PM
New ZealandThree injured, one critically, in Levin crash shortly after police pursuitPolice are appealing for any witnesses in relation to a crash in Levin last night.01 Jan 10:46 PM