WorldPulitzer-winning combat reporter, NZ-born Peter Arnett dies at 91In 1997, he interviewed Osama bin Laden at a secret hideout in Afghanistan.19 Dec 12:32 AM
Christchurch'People aren’t willing to tolerate violence like this': Two arrested over Gore shootingThe men, aged 36 and 54, were arrested in Invercargill on Thursday.19 Dec 12:18 AM
New ZealandPolice wrongly abandoned ketch, unsafely transported cuffed men during flawed rescue at sea: IPCA The IPCA found police left Jabe Carey’s $250,000 yacht home to drift and vanish.17 Dec 09:12 PM
New Zealand'It's unusual for Gore': Cops hunt gunman after two people shotTwo helicopters and three ambulances were sent to the scene after last night's shooting. 17 Dec 08:20 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannGDP data is due today. Why should we care?ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.17 Dec 06:55 PM
New ZealandPolice cordon in place after reported Gore shooting injures two peopleSt John has three ambulances and two helicopters at the scene.17 Dec 08:20 AM
New Zealand'Dumb move': How a hunter misidentified target before fatal Stewart Island shootingPolice say Paul Stevens fired from 20m at movement he thought was a deer.16 Dec 09:35 PM
New ZealandUni student who fell off Dunedin flat roof and nearly died accepts rugby career likely overThe 19-year-old suffered a severe brain injury, broken ribs and a collapsed lung.16 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandCool change sweeps in as wet, windy front spreads across the countryA sharp cool change will leave many towns stuck in the mid to high teens.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Chunky' showers: Thunderstorm warnings issued for South IslandThe severe thunderstorm warning issued for the Ashburton area has now been lifted.16 Dec 04:51 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyReal NZ house values down 31.3% since peak of October 2021New REINZ data only focuses on month-to-month changes.15 Dec 11:57 PM
New ZealandHunter pleads guilty over Stewart Island shooting death of Jock DaviesPaul Stevens admitted causing the death during a Stewart Island hunting trip.15 Dec 10:08 PM
New ZealandCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move inDaytime highs will plunge, with some towns reaching only 16C on Wednesday.15 Dec 04:00 PM
EmploymentCautious optimism: Job market recovery gathers pace but remains unevenJob adverts were up 1% in October and 9% on a year ago.15 Dec 12:18 AM
New ZealandGales, heavy rain and cooler temps on way as active front sweeps up NZIt's expected to reach the North Island by tomorrow and draw temperatures down.14 Dec 09:53 PM
New ZealandPerson dead after single-vehicle crash in MatauraThe death will be referred to the coroner.14 Dec 05:17 AM
New Zealand'Horrific scenes': Kiwi harness racing driver seriously injured in fallThe seat on the rider's cart appeared to collapse, tipping him on to the track.12 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam NapierUnder pressure: Inside the unhappy All Blacks camp and NZ Rugby’s big callFeedback on the All Blacks environment points to widespread concerns and frustrations. 12 Dec 04:01 PM
New ZealandPunctured lungs, shattered ribs: Warning after severe injuries in risky storm clean-upsOne farmer needed four hours of surgery after a four-metre chainsaw fall.10 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuFrom field to lecture hall: Rugby star on return to medicine after World Cup successShe will return to Otago University in 2025 while staying contracted to NZ Rugby.10 Dec 02:00 AM
ParalympicsFrom the pool to the velodrome: Siobhan Terry's cycling switchSiobhan Terry won four medals at October's Para Cycling Track World Championships.08 Dec 04:02 PM
New ZealandPatched gang member beaten for hours with various weapons, including a child's bikeThe victim, 28, had serious injuries, including a collapsed lung and broken bones.08 Dec 04:03 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain and gales to hit South Island as temperatures soar in NZ's eastMost South Island weather watches and warnings are due to lift early tomorrow morning. 07 Dec 12:26 AM
New ZealandDaughter's anger after sex abuse complaint against own father 'misassigned' by policeGordon Kane died suddenly soon after her daughter made serious allegations against him. 06 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandThe Crown looks to confiscate a Mongrel Mob gang pad where 'tortuous' beatings took placeThe 'symbolic' gang headquarters in Mataura was the scene of several 'prolonged' beatings.06 Dec 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam NapierRating Razor: How the All Blacks coach performed in year twoOPINION: The All Blacks' second season under Scott Robertson failed to meet expectations. 05 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDisabled children may be forced into homeschooling as specialist school rolls fill upAn Auckland school has a waitlist of more than 100 disabled children.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Our Heroes of 2025 – the Herald's top picksWe honour the best in news, sport, business and entertainment.05 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tragedies reinforce need for hunters to follow safety rulesOPINION: Hunting can be a wonderful sport, but it can also be deadly.05 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew Alderson: Black Caps need Duffy, Foulkes to stand up in push for winOPINION: Playing in their second test matches, the duo will need to lead NZ on day five.05 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandHeat alert: Temperatures set to tip 30C in early summer scorcherChristchurch, Ashburton and Dunedin are forecast to hit around 30C today.04 Dec 09:07 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
PremiumPremiumBusinessFonterra's Peter McBride named top chairperson for second timeMcBride first became Fonterra chairman in 2020, guiding major structural reform.04 Dec 04:03 PM
WorldWanted inmate caught after ordering Ubers during three-day escape bidRockdale County had offered a $5000 reward, calling the escaper 'armed and dangerous'.04 Dec 02:39 AM
