New ZealandHawke’s Bay short film aims to make region a film powerhouseThe team seeks $18,000 in crowd funding and plans to shoot at Ocean Beach and Waimārama.25 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandMove targets late-night booze sale loophole Council consults on closing a loophole that lets some off-licences sell alcohol later.25 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumBusinessEconomic recovery rolling north – slowly Infometrics says the economic boom in the southern regions is finally starting to spread. 25 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand|UpdatedSingle-digit temperatures incoming as 'sharp cold front' brings autumn chill25 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Happy, hungry boy': Damian McKenzie and Georgia O'Sullivan reveal new baby's name25 Feb 08:37 AM
Crime‘Moral weapon’: Health worker snoops through ex and his new girlfriend’s medical recordsJudge says the woman wanted ammunition in a hostile dispute with her ex-partner. 25 Feb 02:26 AM
WellingtonThief steals wood meant to cover storm damage costs for small rural school Ōpiki School is a rural primary school of 113 students near Manawatū.25 Feb 01:00 AM
WellingtonWatch: Wellington Mayor Andrew Little swims at Lyall BayThe mayor took a swim to prove it was safe to go back in the water after a catastrophic sewage spill. Video / Janhavi GosaviWatch24 Feb 11:59 PM
WellingtonMan disappears in Manawatū River, search and rescue underway Officers tried to call to the man to come back to land. 24 Feb 11:38 PM
WellingtonWatch: Wellington mayor swims at Lyall bay to prove beaches are safe after sewage spillRaw sewage is still flowing, but the mayor says swimmers can return to the beaches.24 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Andrew Little update on Wellington sewage spillWellington Mayor Andrew Little gives an update on the Wellington sewage spill. Video / RNZWatch24 Feb 10:11 PM
WellingtonPolice looking for burglar find litter of kittensOne of the kittens is expected to be named after the officer that found them.24 Feb 10:05 PM
CrimeMan admits killing woman on bus by stabbing her 20 times after she ignored himDetails of the terrifying scene were made public for the first time today in Auckland.24 Feb 10:01 PM
White Ferns'It was a very special moment': HBJ title hero on cusp of White Ferns debutOff spinner Nensi Patel is one of two Northern Brave players called up.24 Feb 09:30 PM
TelecommunicationsSpark to block 300 phones that can’t make emergency calls after 3G shutdownOwners of some models can fix the issue by installing a software update.24 Feb 08:49 PM
WellingtonWoman facing organ removal claims GP clinic lost her medical records The woman claimed her infertility was ignored by a Palmerston North clinic for years. 24 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentFans discover Russell Crowe's secret social media account for his niche hobbyThe Wellington-born actor uses the handle “igp366″ instead of his real name.24 Feb 04:21 AM
Wellington PhoenixWellington Phoenix star turns to Givealittle to fund $135k knee surgeryShe wants surgery at Qatar's Aspetar hospital after a second serious ACL tear.24 Feb 03:29 AM
White Ferns'A natural leader': Amelia Kerr set to lead new-look White Ferns sideKerr leads a reshaped New Zealand side that is missing several senior stars.24 Feb 02:28 AM
Wellington'Radio silence': Labour MP at odds with Andrew Little over sewage disaster commsLabour's Wellington spokeswoman says the public deserve answers on the plant failure.24 Feb 02:00 AM
LifestyleYour flat white might soon cost you $10.50, says Wellington coffee roaster'That’s what rational economics says... but we're not there yet.' 24 Feb 01:00 AM
GolfOn The Up: Teen amateur eyes rare NZ Open breakthrough after NZ PGA near-missThe 17-year-old St Bede's student was runner-up at the NZ PGA Championship.23 Feb 11:00 PM
Wellington'The risk looks pretty low': Mayor looks to reopen Wellington beaches after sewage disasterA rāhui is in place, but the mayor says people may soon make their own calls on the risk.23 Feb 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandDeparting Teaching Council CEO paid more than $400k salaryThe council won't say if Lesley Hoskin got full pay while on four months' 'agreed leave'.23 Feb 09:49 PM
New ZealandWellington wrap: Leaky hotels, plus infertility ignored | Herald NOWWellington reporter Sammy Carter gives the latest Wellington news. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch23 Feb 07:55 PM
WellingtonCheap but steep: How housing bargains on a slope could cost you moreWellington has lots of affordable properties on steep hills - but there's often a catch.23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree vapes, $500k deal, questions over risks: Inside Health NZ’s new vape planHealth NZ signed a $500,000 deal with Kiwi-owned vape company alt in December.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyWealth of 10 biggest iwi edges higher in tough yearIwi have had three consecutive years of difficulty, but 2025 showed a modest improvement.23 Feb 04:00 PM
