WorldBrutal heat dome plagues parts of Europe, Asia and the Middle EastRecord temperatures test several regions and the heat is expected to stick around.14 Aug 09:30 PM
World5 ways there's a new chill in America's summer holidaysTrump's trade wars, immigration crackdown may be dampening the post-pandemic travel boom.05 Aug 06:00 PM
LifestyleSmooth, simple, refreshing: The art of homemade cold-brew coffeeCold-brew concentrate can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks.04 Aug 11:54 PM
New ZealandQuiet summer for Northland beaches as water safety efforts take holdSurf club patrols wrapped up last weekend and will restart on Labour weekend.25 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandMore than 12 times the police force, 60 arrests: Holiday data from summer hotspot revealedCharges included assault of police, threatening to kill and dangerous driving.28 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘Prepare for heat stress’: Extreme NZ hot streaks expected to riseScientists warn Hamilton's once-in-a-decade February heatwave is sign of what's to come.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismAuckland hotels get $5.2m boost from major summer eventsThe sector is facing the duelling impacts of an oversupply of rooms and reduced demand.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTotal fire ban for all of Northland as 11ha blaze in scrub containedFar North fire crews have managed to contain a large blaze in vegetation at Mangakahia.09 Mar 01:36 AM
New ZealandWatch: Beachgoers attempt rescue of mako shark at Christchurch’s Sumner BeachThe shark washed ashore at Sumner Beach on Thursday night, prompting a police call out.01 Mar 01:26 AM
New ZealandSummer's not over yet: 30C coming again for Hawke’s BayHawke's Bay is the place to be for the first three days of meteorological autumn.27 Feb 10:22 PM
TravelNeed-to-know travel news: From high-end luxury to local light installationsWe've got you covered, from new Queenstown hotels to sky-high extravagance.21 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelBest things to do in Bali beyond sun, sea and cocktailsFrom a day of silence to gong massage and soul purification.21 Feb 06:00 AM
LifestyleDry skin after summer? Kiwi botanicals like kānuka and harakeke can helpThe same properties that allow native plants to thrive in our environment can help skin.15 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailKiwi summer spending lifts as cultural habits changeThe data from Kiwibank shows Kiwis spent more on experiences than retail products.11 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelThis unusual summertime activity will make you want to visit CromwellThe otherwise unsavoury deed only happens once a year.08 Feb 06:00 PM
TravelExperts reveal the 10 best spots to stay during a NZ roadieExperts reveal the iconic and lesser-known gems you shouldn't miss.07 Feb 11:31 PM
TravelLife’s a beach: Best Beach 2025 winners react to victoriesThe Herald Travel’s Best Beach competition has hung up its jandals for another year.02 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelBest Beach: NZ’s favourite beaches of 2025 revealed – and Ōhope isn’t one of themThe winners of Best Beach 2025 have been revealed – did your favourite triumph?01 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoanna Wane‘Is this your hammer?’ - how I triggered an airport security alertJoanna Wane on why your hair straighteners could be next.01 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandRolling hills and a joyful dog: Photo competition winner captures Hawke’s Bay summer spiritAmy Knight wins photo contest with stunning sunrise shot of her fox terrier Frankie.30 Jan 11:00 PM
TravelThe cutest collab at sea: Bluey meets Mickey onboard Disney WonderFrom family fun to solo adventures, here's five new things in travel to try this year.25 Jan 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Wayne again – the 2025 mayoral election campaign has begunOPINION: Part of Brown's positioning is to burn off potential rivals. It’s working.25 Jan 12:19 AM
TravelBest Beach 2025: Shape, safety, skyscrapers? What truly makes a great beachThe Herald's esteemed team of lifestyle journalists describe what makes a beach, the best.24 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 hidden gem beaches – how to vote for the winnerThe hidden gem shortlist has been chosen and now you can vote for your favourite.23 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 camping beaches – how to vote for the winnerThe results are in for NZ's top 10 camping beaches – vote for your favourite now.22 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelSummer Photo Competition winnersThree winners plus the best of the rest chosen from 6,000 entriesWatch21 Jan 04:10 PM
