New ZealandWellington CBD tunnel reopened after crashA crash that closed the Terrace Tunnel in Wellington has been cleared and the tunnel has re-opened, NZTA Wellington said.23 Dec 12:32 AM
New ZealandChristmas day forecast to be mainly fineWet weather today will clear throughout the country making way for a mainly fine Christmas weekend.22 Dec 05:35 PM
New ZealandFestive twist at NZ zoosFather and daughter bears Sean and Sasa tucked into their usual meal at Wellington Zoo today, but with a Christmas twist. The sun 22 Dec 06:46 AM
New ZealandHoliday traffic: Slow, getting slowerTraffic has already slowed to a crawl in parts of the country as holidaymakers head out of town for Christmas.22 Dec 03:50 AM
New ZealandChristmas traffic: Man dies of heart attackA man has died from a heart attack while in Christmas traffic near Wellington.22 Dec 02:40 AM
Freight and logisticsKiwiRail criticised for backward stepKiwiRail has announced it will replace its electric train fleet on the North Island main trunk line with diesel locomotives.20 Dec 10:23 PM
New ZealandCan I sit outside for Christmas lunch?What will the weather be doing on Sunday for Christmas?20 Dec 07:36 PM
New ZealandSanta's sack stolen right before ChristmasThe Porirua community is rallying around their local Santa after his sack was stolen just weeks before Christmas.20 Dec 05:32 PM
New ZealandWarm, wet, wild: 2016's extreme weatherThere was a record downpour in Auckland, a tornado in Taranaki and "quake lights" above Wellington. Oh, and 2016 was likely also New Zealand's hottest year on record.20 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandNobody hurt in Wellington gas explosionNobody has been hurt in a gas explosion in a Wellington suburb.20 Dec 01:56 AM
New ZealandMega-cruise ship cancels Dunedin visitA bad weather forecast has scuppered the historic Dunedin visit of mega-cruise ship the Ovation of the Seas on Thursday.20 Dec 01:14 AM
New ZealandChance of 6.9 magnitude aftershockGeonet say there is a 98 per cent chance of an aftershock of 6 to 6.9 magnitude in the next year.19 Dec 08:40 AM
New ZealandXmas week weather: Gusts, rain, sunIf variety is the spice of life, this week is set to be a lively one.18 Dec 05:24 PM
New ZealandFamily reeling as suspects still soughtLois Tolley's aunt always looked forward to her niece stopping by to give her a hug and natter about the world's problems. Those visits are memories now.18 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBare-chested for Free the Nipple causeDozens of people went topless to beaches in Auckland and Wellington yesterday.18 Dec 12:07 AM
LifestyleKiwi's butt tattoo story just got weirderWoman whose odd auction on TradeMe reaped $6500, will fly to Miami to have the artwork done - and we reveal what the tattoo will say.17 Dec 03:28 AM
New ZealandHoliday Babies: How bad can it be?How does it feel to share your birthday with Jesus Christ? Herald reporter Tess Nichol finds out in our Holiday Babies series.15 Dec 11:47 PM
New ZealandKitten saved from traffic finds new homeA Wellington kitten had a close shave this morning after becoming trapped in rush-hour traffic.15 Dec 11:36 PM
New Zealand'Good vibes to Lotto gods' pays offA Wellington MyLotto player won $5million in Wednesday's Lotto Powerball after his friend joked about sending "good vibes out to the Lotto gods".15 Dec 11:15 PM
New ZealandOrca and dolphins visit WellingtonA stunning summer's day in Wellington has attracted some aquatic visitors to the coastline, with locals spotting orcas and dolphins.15 Dec 10:54 PM
New Zealand7.8 quake: Goldfish survived weeks aloneBrittany Godderidge retrieved clothing and documents from her quake-evacuated Wellington apartment - as well as her 2-year-old goldfish, Sir Swimsalot.15 Dec 07:07 PM
New ZealandFinally, it's time to crank up the BBQIt's going to be a sunny one this weekend for most of the country.15 Dec 04:28 PM
New ZealandWelly workers evacuated, sent homeMore office workers have been sent home in central Wellington as more earthquake damage comes to light.15 Dec 06:13 AM
New ZealandArrest due to 'tenacity of investigators'A 32-year-old man has been arrested over a string of aggravated robberies in Porirua that took place more than a year ago.15 Dec 02:43 AM
New ZealandGunman still on the runA man who pulled a gun on a police officer remains on the run.14 Dec 09:30 PM
New ZealandTe Papa charity launch draws $1.45m in cash and artKiwi couple donate seven works including pieces by Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol and Joan Miro at inaugural event.14 Dec 09:17 AM
New Zealand$5m Lotto Powerball winnerThe big win comes only days after a young Auckland woman won $10 million in Saturday's draw.14 Dec 07:59 AM
New ZealandQuake demolition: Some belongings returnedDemolition contractors have been able to get a small amount of material out of the quake-damaged building at 61 Molesworth St.14 Dec 05:34 AM
LifestyleButt tattoo auction goes to an AussieA last minute flurry of bidding saw Wellington woman's auction go for $6500.14 Dec 04:03 AM
New ZealandKaikoura struggling on quake anniversaryThe quake struck just after midnight on November 14, causing massive fault line ruptures and slips, damaging buildings and closing key roads.13 Dec 09:08 PM
New Zealand'Dear old man' lay dead for daysAn elderly man who died alone in his Wellington home could have been dead for days before neighbours called police.13 Dec 08:19 AM
New ZealandLower Hutt teen's swearing charge withdrawnA teenager who was charged after allegedly saying "this teacher is mean as f***" in a public place has had his charges withdrawn.12 Dec 11:57 PM
New ZealandMan jailed for horrific Porirua sex attackA 40-year-old man has been sentenced to 11 years and six months jail after "exceptionally cruel offending".12 Dec 10:52 PM
New ZealandA shaky omen for Bill English?If Bill English was as superstitious as his predecessor, he would be a bit nervous that when he is asked about Andrew Little an earthquake strikes.12 Dec 05:06 PM
