New ZealandMother of 11yo girl killed in Kaikohe crash finds relief as teen chargedStaci Walkley, who died in the August crash, is being remembered for her big heart.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo injured after crash near Mt Victoria tunnelTwo vehicles collided on Paterson St shortly after 4pm on Monday.16 Dec 06:54 AM
ConstructionFinal SFO sentence over $1m Broadspectrum roading fraud handed downAll five defendants in the Broadspectrum case pleaded guilty.16 Dec 02:12 AM
New ZealandTwo guns found in separate overnight police stops across AucklandPolice found a 3D-printed gun and ammunition in a car in central Auckland.16 Dec 12:39 AM
New Zealand'Who has a spare $4000?' Seven streets must choose between chipseal and a big billAbout 435 Pāpāmoa households on asphalt streets invited to choose - with a tight deadline.15 Dec 05:05 PM
New Zealand'Pack some patience along with the presents': Holiday drivers urged to slow down, plan trips Motorists are urged to rest, buckle up and stay patient amid holiday traffic.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW panel: Road side drug testing, robot surgeons and Government baby boomsSir Graham Lowe and Sarah Sparks debate the big issues of the day. Video / Herald NowWatch14 Dec 08:43 PM
New ZealandFirefighters still battling large wildfire burning out of control in forest blockEfforts to fight the fire near Parikino were scaled back overnight due to safety concerns.14 Dec 07:41 PM
New ZealandNew roadside drug testing rolls out in Wellington - What you need to knowPolice Association President Steve Watt tells Herald NOW what to expect as new roadside drug testing for meth, cocaine, THC, and MDMA rolls out in Wellington. Video / Herald NowWatch14 Dec 06:38 PM
OpinionHigher speeds lower productivity: What the data shows crash delays really cost AucklandAuckland crashes cost an estimated $9.23b between 2022 and 2025.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Ash falling around house': Choppers, 14 crews tackle large wildfire Residents near forest blaze are ready to leave if it starts to threaten their homes.14 Dec 07:42 AM
New ZealandDunedin Southern Motorway lanes cleared after logging truck crashThe section of SH1 near Dunedin blocked by the crash has now been cleared.12 Dec 03:33 AM
New ZealandChristmas comes early for fans of speed reductionsSections of SH25 in the Coromandel will drop to 50km/h before the summer holiday peak.11 Dec 07:48 AM
Wellington'Now is the time': Wellington councils take first step towards amalgamationMayors have revealed early amalgamation talks are underway.11 Dec 03:57 AM
WorldIllegal alien: Florida driver blames extraterrestrials after crashing stolen BMWThe BMW's owner had left the keys in the cupholder while walking his dog.11 Dec 01:20 AM
New ZealandHastings is getting 180 new bus stops - not everyone’s happy'We bought this house without a bus stop and we don’t want one now.'10 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMt Victoria tunnel in central Wellington reopens after crashOne person received minor injuries, a police spokesperson said. 10 Dec 02:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The reason Chris Bishop seems so confused OPINION: Chris Bishop is the minister for almost everything, but he's not running things. 09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandLarge Tongariro blaze believed to have started accidentally An air fleet will help 30 firefighters tackling the blaze on the ground. 09 Dec 12:32 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Harman: Tense year ahead as tight Budget, health costs and climate targets collideNicola Willis has just $2.4b new spending to spread across the 2026 Budget.08 Dec 04:00 AM
AucklandEmergency response after West Auckland house fire in New LynnEmergency services were called to the New Lynn blaze at 1.37pm today.08 Dec 02:25 AM
AucklandMulti-car crash flips vehicle and chokes central Auckland trafficAn elderly driver was freed from a white Toyota that flipped onto its side.06 Dec 03:05 AM
WellingtonFive injured as car and van collide in Kumeū, road blockedOne person is in a serious condition in North Shore Hospital.06 Dec 12:36 AM
New Zealand'We’re all devastated': Northland families face losing farms to four-lane highwayThe Bryhams face losing a 100ha dairy farm with six homes built over 60 years.05 Dec 05:10 PM
New ZealandDramatic 55km dash from police across motorways ends in imitation firearms findPolice say the fleeing car was carrying three high-powered BB guns, among other items.04 Dec 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Govt is shaking up road user charges – use our calculator to see what you could pay With a fuel tax, efficient vehicles pay less towards roading than those using more petrol.04 Dec 09:30 PM
New ZealandBaby escapes uninjured after car crashes fleeing policePolice say they did not know a baby was in the car before laying spikes.04 Dec 08:16 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday December 5, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Friday December 5, 2025 Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Dec 05:14 PM
KahuHarbour Bridge march: Brian Tamaki protest denied permission – againFreedom and Rights Coalition leader wants the march to go ahead with or without approval.04 Dec 04:00 PM
WellingtonCapital's $3.8b tunnel project to won't be finished for ten years A timeline for the project was previously kept secret, but can now been revealed03 Dec 04:00 AM
AucklandMotorists told to brace for 'significant' delays across Akld motorways and roads as Ikea opensQueues of over 40 minutes are expected just to exit SH1 at Mt Wellington.03 Dec 12:45 AM
New ZealandOne dead, one injured after car crashes into BoP riverThe car left White Pine Bush Rd and plunged into a nearby river.02 Dec 05:59 PM
New ZealandCar plunges into Bay of Plenty river, one seriously injured and highway blockedState Highway 2 is blocked between Foster and Tāneatua Rds.02 Dec 06:18 AM
New ZealandSt Arnaud caravan crash blocks road, injures twoPolice say the caravan overturned about 5.55pm on Korere Tophouse Rd.02 Dec 05:57 AM
