New ZealandNCEA overhaul: More emphasis on exams, literacy and numeracy skillsExternal assessment will increase from 30 per cent to 50 per cent in NCEA.12 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandTributes continue as friends struggle with Pua Magasiva's deathPua Magasiva's former co-host Sela Alo says he's struggling with his mate's death.12 May 08:05 PM
New ZealandPua Magasiva mourned: Family thank public for supportTributes continue for actor Pua Magasiva who died suddenly this weekend.12 May 05:37 PM
EmploymentSacked after one day: Cafe worker's total payout now $12,000Costs order tops up trial cafe worker's legal win to more than $12,000 for a day's work.12 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandJustin Lester launches mayoral campaignThe incumbent wants to end homelessness and remove cars from the Golden Mile.12 May 12:30 AM
BusinessIconic menswear chain closes after 100 yearsStaying afloat in today's retail climate has proved to be a "tough gig", says owner.11 May 06:24 AM
New ZealandNarcos NZ: Agents who inspired Netflix show 'not surprised' cartels targeting NZThe Herald spent six months with users, recovering addicts and those trying to save them.11 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland fog: 50 flights cancelled before restrictions liftedMore than 80 domestic flights were affected before fog restrictions were lifted.10 May 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice urge care when buying concert tickets onlineWhangārei police are investigating complaints of online fraud from victims around NZ.10 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandResidents back closure of high-risk local roadThe road will continue to be closed because of safety risks and congestion.09 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWellington consents up, but housing deficit remainsDistrict Plan "close to breaking point" in some places and needs to change.09 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan charged following fatal fight in PoriruaA man was found with serious injuries this evening but died at the scene.09 May 08:08 AM
New ZealandChina expert Anne-Marie Brady continues to be harassedIn 2017, her home was burgled and she suspected it was due to her criticism of China.09 May 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLucky ones: Why surviving cancer in NZ is a lotteryEmma Russell talks to researchers and patients about what needs to change.08 May 09:30 PM
New ZealandCommuters urged to take the bus after train disruptionsA mechanical fault has caused major disruptions to Hutt Valley trains.08 May 07:58 PM
New ZealandLet's Get Wellington Moving needs a laxativeCouncillors voice their frustration as the wait for the transport project continues.08 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandVic Uni name change row prompts law amendmentUniversity name-change plan highlighted anomaly, Minister says.08 May 01:42 AM
New ZealandSpate of mental health killings under reviewTight suppression surround five deaths being investigated by a coroner.07 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNarcos NZ: The South American meth smugglers targeting KiwisEXCLUSIVE: Mexican cartels are coming to NZ. So the United States DEA is following suit.07 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman who refused to watch safety video kicked off Air NZ flightThe woman failed to comply with the instructions of flight staff, police report.07 May 09:30 AM
New ZealandPeter Jackson commissions independent report on Shelly BaySubject of film-maker's latest email is truck movement impact on a "fragile" road.07 May 06:07 AM
New ZealandFour accused kidnappers of Wellington woman given name suppressionFour people were arrested and several vehicles were seized.07 May 04:56 AM
New ZealandFour people arrested after Wellington woman kidnappedAn incident occurred in the Wellington CBD in the early hours of March 13.07 May 12:34 AM
LifestyleWhy breastfeeding mum was ordered out of pool"I was shocked that anyone paid attention to me breastfeeding."06 May 08:50 AM
New ZealandVic Uni puts to bed more than just a name changeThe university's council has unanimously agreed on the move.06 May 04:41 AM
New ZealandMeasles confirmed in WellingtonA teenage girl was in the Bay of Plenty before being hospitalised in Wellington.06 May 01:20 AM
BusinessManager at Sir Peter Jackson's firm charged with fraudThe manager at Sir Peter Jackson's company has pleaded not guilty.05 May 11:50 PM
New ZealandHundreds march for teen suicide awarenessPeople have travelled from across the country to Parliament.05 May 10:34 PM
New ZealandIwi leaders speak out over Shelly Bay allegationsClaims parcels of land at Shelly Bay were sold to fund Eastbourne development.05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandVictoria University to reveal decision on name change battleThe university's council is meeting today, press conference scheduled this afternoon.05 May 05:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSpotlight on moa in Te Papa's new nature zoneEver touched a real moa bone? Now you can.04 May 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Stupid' Te Papa museum visitor ignores signs, climbs on $700,000 exhibitThe woman claimed to be a close friend of the late Kiwi legend John Britten.04 May 09:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGirl who disappeared: New theory in 58yr cold caseNew theory claims missing teen Wendy Mayes' body hidden in construction site in 1961.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDitch the winter coat - stellar weather to continueMild, settled weather not going anywhere.04 May 08:52 AM