New ZealandPedestrian rushed to hospital after being hit by vehicle in Te AnauThe incident happened outside a business around 8.45am. 22 Feb 09:44 PM
New ZealandBehind the scenes at the Hokonui Moonshine Museum and DistilleryMary McRae’s legacy of distilling lives on at the Hokonui Moonshine Museum and Distillery.22 Feb 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside the alcohol monopoly of this NZ city and the power of the licensing trustA 1944 vote created a trust that still blocks beer in supermarkets.21 Feb 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'I know how to wield a sword': EnableMe founder Hannah McQueen sets out to revolutionise NZ's health system'If we do this properly, we’re going to change so many lives.'20 Feb 08:00 PM
CyclingOlympic silver medallist Nicole Shields calls time on high-performance careerShields won silver in the women's team pursuit at Paris 2024.20 Feb 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksFrom Twickenham flashpoint to 'hit job' claims: The untold story and new details of Scott Robertson's All Blacks exit'F*** it': Coaching box and comms, politics and players – why Razor's dream fell apart.19 Feb 11:01 PM
New Zealand'Autumnal chill': Single-digit lows and mountain snow as temperatures tumbleOvernight temperatures will fall into the single digits in multiple South Island centres.19 Feb 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Hunt for ABs coach exposes NZR's broken high-performance systemOPINION: NZR is flying panel members to Dunedin and Japan to watch both coaches at work.19 Feb 02:47 AM
New ZealandHave you seen Kevin? Police continue search for Southland manThe 62-year-old was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm last month.18 Feb 04:43 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia and marketingMarketing company preyed on customers - including elderly woman with dementiaA liquidator is trying to stop direct debits after cold callers targeted customers.18 Feb 01:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisSuper Rugby takeaways: New rules, too much boot and the All Blacks boltersNew pace-boosting rules clashed with a tedious volume of kicking in key games.17 Feb 08:00 PM
Rugby'Gained his angel wings': Son of former All Black dies after health battleAngus Ta'avao shared the news in an emotional post with family photos.17 Feb 03:39 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyContact raises $525m to fast-track renewable energy buildoutNew funds will back a 200MW battery, Glorit solar and Tauhara 2 drilling.16 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandPerson airlifted to hospital after serious crash near Otago tourist beauty spotThe crash happened on Purakaunui Falls Rd.16 Feb 12:33 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHousing market softens in January as threat of rising rates loomsAn economist warns that concern about rising interest rates may be a headwind.15 Feb 10:32 PM
New ZealandBarter to bust-up: Farmers fall out over digger-for-grazing dealThe barter deal ended badly when one farmer sent the other a large bill.14 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandThree injured, road closed following serious Gore crashThe accident was between a car and truck and trailer unit.13 Feb 08:00 PM
Super RugbyHighlanders stun All Blacks-laden Crusaders in Joseph's fairy-tale openerA 40m Cam Millar penalty in the dying minutes sealed the 25-23 upset.13 Feb 08:21 AM
New ZealandThe Country at Southern Field DaysLuxon, D. Fagan, Bryce McKenzie, Bruce Weir, Vanessa Winning, Simon Beamish, Hamish McKay.13 Feb 01:50 AM
New ZealandDamian McKenzie and Georgia O'Sullivan welcome first childThe couple had only gone public with the pregnancy on Instagram in October.12 Feb 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam NapierThe team looming as Super Rugby's big moversThe Chiefs boast unrivalled depth as they chase a title defence.12 Feb 04:01 AM
New ZealandTrixie, Scout, Trevor, Gordon, or Finn? Gore's iconic brown trout statue needs a name | Herald NOWVoting is open to officially name Gore's trout, Gore Mayor Ben Bell joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch11 Feb 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationSpecialist school faces closure after 32 student assaults, parents fight to keep it openThe Govt-appointed commissioner at the school says officials need to give it a chance.11 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbySuper Rugby Selections: Which All Blacks are being rested for opening round?Many new faces feature as the the Super Rugby teams have been named.11 Feb 03:01 AM
Super RugbyStar All Blacks lock ruled out of entire Highlanders seasonFabian Holland will also miss the All Blacks' three tests at home in July.11 Feb 02:57 AM
New Zealand'Out of character': Police hold serious concerns for missing Southland farmer Kevin Belling, 62, was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm on January 9.11 Feb 01:07 AM
PremiumPremiumTourism'Trading its head off': Queenstown hotel set for major upgrade as high-end tourist demand surgesIHG says Queenstown leisure demand has the hotel running near 90% most of the year.10 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: What the new All Blacks coach will want to see in Super RugbyWill Jordan's progress at fullback is pivotal to fixing the aerial issues.10 Feb 01:25 AM
New ZealandCoroner’s findings released after Highlanders star found dead in his bed aged 25Connor Garden-Bachop retired for the night 'well and happy' on June 16, 2024.09 Feb 08:23 PM
New Zealand'Surreal': Thomas Slee wins Otago Southland Young Farmer finalSlee, 28, a dairy farmer from Nightcaps, is now prepping for the grand final in July.09 Feb 02:05 AM
CrimePolice rule out foul play after early morning Southland car fireThe fire broke out on Dunsdale Valley Road near Hedgehope at about 6.15am.08 Feb 10:43 PM
New ZealandMan dies trying to detonate old explosives as coroner calls for clearer guidanceThe coroner found that NZDF bomb squad advice could have prevented the fatal blast.08 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbyFull Super Rugby draw and results for 2026All you need to know for the Super Rugby campaign.07 Feb 11:22 PM
New ZealandWhat caused last month's hospital IT outageThe southern outage on January 13 took out systems doctors and nurses need.07 Feb 08:57 PM