OpinionPolitical Roundup: The triumph and tragedy of Jacinda ArdernOPINION: Jacinda Ardern was a political superstar heading towards an election defeat.20 Jan 08:48 PM
New Zealand'Absolute tragedy': Lifeguard begs people to swim between the flags after deaths, rescuesThe search continues for a person who got into difficulties at Oputere Beach.19 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fatal water incident at Opoutere Beach 18 January 2023 | One person has died and a search is underway for another person missing after a water incident at a Coromandel beach. Video / Auckland Rescue Helicopter TrustWatch18 Jan 07:19 PM
New ZealandBeach tragedy: Heroes’ heartbreak as woman loses husband, son ‘in front of her eyes’One person has died and a search is under way for a missing person after the incident.18 Jan 05:27 PM
New ZealandDesperate mass water rescue, Akl crash injures 8 & tragic Ukrainian helicopter crash | Focus Morning Bulletin: 19 January, 2023 Holidaymakers recall tragedy at Coromandel beach, eight people rushed to hospital after crash overnight and why we shouldn’t be alarmed after Qantas issued a mayday call in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Jan 04:41 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn Robertson: Three Waters - the debt is in the detailOPINION: Waitomo Mayor says ratepayers may be exposed to debt recovery.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne bucket for cleaning cars: Water-use restrictions implemented in South IslandOtago Daily Times: The dry weather of the past few weeks is starting to bite.11 Jan 02:38 AM
EnvironmentWater restrictions in place for QueenstownHand-held hoses or night-time irrigation only for gardens in popular tourist destination.09 Jan 05:17 PM
WorldRussia hits key infrastructure after missile strikes across UkraineBiggest wave of strikes in weeks have damaged power stations, critical infrastructure.29 Dec 04:33 PM
New ZealandBody recovered in search for missing canoeistThe person had been missing since last night.25 Dec 11:36 PM
New ZealandAntarctica Christmas is ‘like your own private bach’, NZ researcher saysKiwi freshwater professor hoping to make Christmas day feel as traditional as possible.24 Dec 08:23 PM
TravelFiji for $60? This secret Auckland island comes closeHaven't heard of this island? Don't worry, most people haven't.23 Dec 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Wai wise': Residents urged to conserve water in Queenstown this summerWater consumption has already started to rise rapidly following the end of winter.19 Dec 06:53 PM
OpinionBryce EdwardsBryce Edwards: National failing to inspire votersWhat did Hamilton West by-election result say about the state of the National Party?15 Dec 09:34 PM
New ZealandBanks Peninsula residents told to stop using water after widespread power outageChristchurch City Council have urged residents to watch their water use.15 Dec 12:53 AM
WorldDonors pledge millions to get Ukraine through winterRussian strikes have ravaged power stations, water facilities, other essential services.13 Dec 06:51 PM
PoliticsThree Waters: Officials warn water bills could increase ‘significantly’Officials warn regulation will be needed to avoid households being hit with big bills.12 Dec 04:39 AM
New Zealand$3.88m Three Waters funding approvedThe majority will go to upgrades of the Masterton wastewater network.12 Dec 02:08 AM
New ZealandWater plant shut down over fears of chemical contaminationAn Onehunga water treatment plant was closed due to chemical detection.11 Dec 09:34 PM
New ZealandWatch: Boat capsizes in large surf off Manu BayVideo shows the moment a boat capsized in large surf off Manu Bay in Raglan early on Sunday morning. Video / Supplied Watch11 Dec 09:34 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Rebuilding Better, petty crime, Three Waters, Auckland Council savings, superannuationOPINION: Letters on FIFA World Cup, blaming the government, Kainga Ora, and inflation.09 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn MacDonaldJohn MacDonald: Three Waters is still a dog's breakfastOPINION: Nothing is going to stop the Government's water reforms.08 Dec 11:48 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Individual and collective responsibilityOPINION: Letters on Winnie the Pooh, Sir Murray Halberg, vernacular, and Three Waters.02 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: National's Superannuation "attack"OPINION: Letters on the Reserve Bank, Sky TV, Kirikiriroa, Russia, and a WWI memorial.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGang crackdown extended, Three Waters warnings & rare protests in China | Focus Morning Bulletin: 29 November, 2022Police crackdown on gangs extended, Three Waters entrenchment warnings were made & rare protests sweep China in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Nov 04:32 PM
PoliticsThree Waters entrenchment: Labour warned a year ago that clause could be 'constitutionally damaging'Cabinet decided to kick the matter back to Parliament’s Business Committee.28 Nov 06:02 AM
Politics‘Dangerous precedent’: Lawyers’ concern over entrenched Three Waters provisionAmendment is to protect against privatisation, but many are concerned about the process.27 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance$2b raid: How emergency Covid funds were redirected to bolster Budget '22Former Treasury adviser says it was an “accounting trick”.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ’s groundwater still ‘widely vulnerable’ to faecal contamination - stocktakeNew analysis links intensive farming to areas with concerning nitrate and E. coli trends.24 Nov 12:53 AM
New ZealandFocus: PM admits 'confusion' over Three Waters billPM Jacinda Ardern admits there is 'confusion' over the Three Water bill and has asked for the scope to be clarified. Video / Mark MitchellWatch22 Nov 10:21 PM
Infrastructure reportInfrastructure: Breaking down barriers to sustainable successOur approach to infrastructure is not working, so what do we need to do differently?21 Nov 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris Bishop: Results of underinvested infrastructure in plain sightCOMMENT: We need new tools to better use what we have already.21 Nov 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumInfrastructure reportThree Waters 'the right thing to do’ - Grant RobertsonGovernment will press ahead with plans for co-governance in Three Waters reforms.21 Nov 03:59 PM
New ZealandBill backlog: Wellingtonians stung with three water invoices at onceOne resident was shocked when a bill worth more than $850 arrived in her letterbox.17 Nov 04:00 PM
