New ZealandLive shark tangled in fishing net washes up on popular Auckland swimming beachThe bronze whaler was the second shark to wash up on the North Shore beach this week.17 Jan 12:43 AM
New ZealandWatch: Two boys - aged 11 and 12 - each land their first marlinWilliam Andrews, 11, and Elliot Mobberley, 12, caught their first marlins on holiday.16 Jan 01:32 AM
New ZealandParking 'nightmare': Congestion to remain at 'hidden gem' waterfallMaraetōtara Falls is a rarity with other waterfalls closed.15 Jan 10:13 PM
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
