New ZealandPriest admitted sexual abuse nearly 20 years ago, church sent him overseas without notifying policeThe Teaching Council has worked with police on the case since early 2025.08 Feb 08:52 PM
Wellington'It will be months' before wastewater stops discharging into Wellington coastAbout 70 million litres of raw sewage is still flushing into water off the South Coast. 08 Feb 08:05 PM
New ZealandWellington sewage failure: "It will be getting into seafood productsMarine Science Professor Andrew Jeffs says the Moa Point failure will be affecting marine life at sea and humans on the shore. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch08 Feb 07:57 PM
New ZealandWellington Water CEO: 'It will be months' before wastewater stops discharging into oceanWatch08 Feb 07:16 PM
New ZealandWhy the Christchurch mosque terrorist is back in court over his life sentence08 Feb 07:04 PM
New ZealandMental health patient who stabbed stranger while on escorted leave had history of violence08 Feb 06:39 PM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Wellington sewage snag yet another reminder of NZ's infrastructure deficit08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies trying to detonate old explosives as coroner calls for clearer guidance08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSewage spill cancels Island Bay boat blessing but festival crowds still turn out08 Feb 08:13 AM
New ZealandKiwi who managed Epstein’s properties left $3.3m in sex offender's estate days before deathBrice Gordon managed Epstein’s US properties for years, together with his wife Karen.08 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentThe secret life of trees – and what happens if you're sucked into a black hole in spaceArt collides with science in Breathe|Mauri Ora, Te Papa’s big summer show.07 Feb 07:15 PM
Travel newsFrom harbour racing to art and pride: Where to find the best of summer 2026Race, celebrate, explore and unwind with NZ’s biggest summer events.07 Feb 05:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom Greytown to glory: The life and legend of All Black Grant BattyFamily, friends and ex-teammates will honour him at a celebration of life on Friday.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwi scientists set honey trap in Antarctica for elusive colossal squid"Essentially we’re flirting and will see who comes along.”07 Feb 04:00 PM
Auckland FCAuckland FC get back to winning ways and go top againGoalkeeper Michael Woud responded to being dropped by keeping a crucial clean sheet.07 Feb 06:32 AM
ChristchurchSewage makes four popular Canterbury bays unsafe for swimmingResidents are urged to avoid swimming and other water activities there.07 Feb 05:46 AM
New ZealandTiny house or shed: Tribunal draws line on what counts as a homeThe prefab didn't have a working toilet, kitchen or running water.07 Feb 05:00 AM
WellingtonSH2 reopens after three-vehicle crash in Upper HuttDrivers are asked to be patient while congestion eases.07 Feb 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'Deeply dark and murderous': The world's bloodiest ballet premieres in NZChoreographer Alice Topp takes on Macbeth, Shakespeare's twisted psychological thriller.07 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandRemoving sewage before it goes septic is main focus for Wellington WaterMayor Andrew Little will raise the plant failure with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.06 Feb 09:45 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026. Peter Mandelson is being investigated for his ties with Epstein. A high-ranking Russian general has been shot in Moscow.Watch06 Feb 06:52 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentHe took drama classes because his mates were. Now this Kiwi actor is starring in a hit Disney seriesAlbert Latailakepa has found international fame on Disney’s The Artful Dodger.06 Feb 05:30 PM
New ZealandStirling sports Upper Hutt targeted once again in late night robberyStirling sports Upper Hutt was targeted once again in a late night robbery. Video / SuppliedWatch06 Feb 06:00 AM
Crime'Feel like I’m a prisoner': Owner sleeping in store after third burglary attempt in a yearSund, a father of two young children, now sleeps in his sports shop out of fear.06 Feb 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Washed out and dull': Why Sky’s 4K sport is falling shortSky TV says HDR would have added technical complexity – but could still be on the way.06 Feb 03:00 AM
Wellington'He did a 180': Fugitive boatie arrested after fleeing police in ‘old’ red boatPolice say the man led them on a dramatic chase after being told he was under arrest.06 Feb 02:30 AM
New ZealandSewage crisis eases as Wellington wastewater flows return to Cook Strait outfallRaw sewage had flowed directly into the South Coast for several days.05 Feb 10:43 PM
CrimeFive arrested after failed Upper Hutt store break-inThe four youths and a 20-year-old man will appear in court on February 12.05 Feb 07:26 PM
Crime‘I don’t mean to hurt people’: Hammer attacker jailed after violent assaultsDaniel Harris struck a man on the head with a hammer. Then he attacked a prison guard.05 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 6, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 6, 2026. Waitangi Day begins with a dawn service as hecklers interrupt speeches. The US and Russian Military resume 'high level talks'.Watch05 Feb 06:11 PM
OpinionThe Conversation: Is NZ defence and intelligence policy aligning with Aukus in all but name?OPINION: Plans include spending $100–300m on long-range drones for vast ocean patrols.05 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Forget Paris targets, NZ’s climate focus has to be survival and retreatOPINION: No NZ government will pay $3b to other governments for foreign climate projects.05 Feb 04:00 PM
