New ZealandWhat to do in Wellington this summerWhere to stay, what to eat, and what to do in the capital this summer.13 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Papamoa beachgoers rescue sharkOne man could be seen dragging the shark out to sea by its tail.13 Jan 03:48 AM
New ZealandShark in the surf at Papamoa beach A shark was captured in the waves at Papamoa Beach. Video / SuppliedWatch13 Jan 02:36 AM
LifestyleHeatwave help: Should you drink tea and sleep naked when it’s hot?Does extreme weather advice actually work? We asked the experts.13 Jan 01:00 AM
LifestyleHow do you use air conditioning efficiently in hot weather?Experts reveal whether it's better to blast your aircon or leave it on.12 Jan 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDenny and the Jet: Kiwi artist orbits the strange world of Silicon ValleyArtist Simon Denny on space and critiquing and selling to billionaires.12 Jan 05:43 PM
New ZealandWatch: Pro tips for rolling the perfect summer icecream scoopSeasoned scoopers share the secrets of a delicious trade.12 Jan 03:30 PM
New ZealandHealth authorities warn of potential killer heat with more hot days forecastMetService issues heat alerts in lower North Island, Te Whatu Ora warns of health impacts.09 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Close encounter - 10-year-old's shark shock on Hauraki GulfA spate of shark sightings and encounters have already made headlines this summer.09 Jan 07:17 AM
New ZealandHottest day of summer sees country hit 34C: 'Cry mercy' says Niwa with more scorchers to comeAuckland to reach highs of 27C, 26C every day till next Monday. High humidity to return.09 Jan 04:27 AM
New Zealand‘Tell mum and dad I love them’: Heroic rescue of boy trapped under waterfallIt took around 20 people to save 8-year-old Mackay Blaikie's life.08 Jan 05:24 AM
New ZealandSummer scorcher: Where temperatures could hit mid-30s this weekTemperatures could reach mid-30s in parts of NZ later this week, with humidity in the mix.08 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandJuicy Fest: Gang member bites off part of man's ear at hip-hop festivalPolice confirm man received medical treatment for 'injuries to ear'.08 Jan 02:14 AM
New ZealandWarm weather to welcome Kiwis back to workMetService anticipates a reasonably summery start to the week for most.06 Jan 11:00 PM
LifestyleHow to teach kids to manage their boredom these holidays‘Mum, Dad, I’m bored!’: how to keep the holidays boredom-free this summer.06 Jan 09:21 PM
New ZealandWatch: Family accidentally hooks mako sharkDramatic video captures huge shark leaping out of water.05 Jan 11:55 PM
New ZealandHow is the rest of summer looking? Forecasters take a long look at El NiñoThe latest Niwa Weather outlook is out - and it's a mixed bag.05 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandHerald Summer Photo Competition: Day 12 entriesThe Herald Summer Photo Competition is back, with three great Canon cameras up for grabs.05 Jan 05:36 PM
New ZealandNest Fest Hawke’s Bay: Behind the scenes of the popular festivalA look at Nest Fest from behind the stage.04 Jan 09:40 PM
LifestyleKids struggling with holiday boredom? Don't panic, say expertsMany children are still learning the skill of managing boredom04 Jan 08:31 PM
New Zealand'Tale of two days': Mixed weather for final holiday weekendThe periods of rain covering the country will move off by Sunday.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Electric' scenes as Bay Dreams festival debuts new venueThe crowd of about 8500 was 'pretty well-behaved', the festival organiser says.04 Jan 04:38 AM
New ZealandKai Iwi Holiday Park crammed for summer holidays'We’ve enjoyed fish and chips from the cafe here and we’ll be having some more tonight.'04 Jan 04:03 AM
New ZealandWorks necessitate two-week closure of Ruapehu state highway section'We’ve got our fingers crossed that we get good weather.'02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity embracing Yoga by the Awa'There’s something really magical about doing yoga outside.'02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFavourable weather conditions here to stay for now in NorthlandSettled weather offers a 'good opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities these holidays'.02 Jan 03:57 AM
New Zealand'The power of womanhood': Te Arawa legend to tour NZ as aerial dance and kapa haka performanceHatupatu | Kurungaituku premieres as part of the New Zealand festival of Arts in February.02 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Sunny day in a new venue': What you need to know about Bay Dreams 2024Roads will be closed in Tauranga CBD as the event takes place at Wharepai Domain.01 Jan 10:13 PM
New ZealandHappy campers fill Top 10 Holiday Park"We’re used to horizontal rain so the Whanganui rain doesn’t bother us."01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCrime, bad road behaviour among key concerns for North's communities over summerBurnouts, alcoho and roaming dogs are some of the things locals are worried about.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Large crowd 'freaking out' over orca pod surfacing at Northland beachAbout 1000 holiday makers were in awe as the pod hunted stingray metres from the beach.01 Jan 07:34 AM
New Zealand45 drink-drivers caught by police morning after Rhythm and VinesThere were no arrests during the festival, and police say crowds were well-behaved.01 Jan 05:26 AM
New ZealandSend us your snaps! Like summer, the photo comp is heating upSee it, focus, frame it and send it in!31 Dec 08:43 PM
New ZealandWhanganui weather: What to expect this weekThere will be lots of blue skies to start 2024.31 Dec 12:42 AM
