Travel newsDream trips on sale: Fiji escape, Vietnam journeys and vintage NSW rail tourFrom laid-back escapes to unforgettable adventures, where will you go next?11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDad's free-diving death prompts warnings for middle-aged divers to get medical checksIakopo Sagote's friends saw him struggling and dragged him to shore but couldn't save him.11 May 05:00 PM
Wellington'Heavy heart': The reason an iconic Wellington nightclub is closingThe central Wellington bar and nightclub announced it will be closing on May 30. 11 May 05:00 PM
Auckland FCChelsea Women to face Auckland FC Invitational XI in Eden Park showcaseFormer Football Ferns goalkeeper Jenny Bindon will coach the Invitational XI.11 May 04:59 PM
Entertainment20 years of Soulstice: How crayfish and sunshine helped Shapeshifter write the classic Kiwi album'We’re still learning how to make music together,' says frontman P Digsss.11 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandFourth measles case confirmed in Wellington as health officials warn of spreadHealth experts warn measles is now likely circulating in the Wellington community.11 May 05:10 AM
PoliticsPossible fuel purchase limits under most extreme alert level phase not yet knownThe Government is stressing it is unlikely the country will move to phase four. 11 May 02:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTory Whanau testifies to Waitangi Tribunal: Racism, sexism, abuse drove me out of NZThe former Wellington Mayor told of an environment of "sustained harm for wāhine Māori".11 May 12:30 AM
WellingtonEnd of an era for popular Wellington nightclub as yet another CBD late-night haunt shuttersThe popular nightclub is 'opening its doors for the last time' on May 30.10 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFrom Foxton to first class: Kiwi berry start-up lands Emirates farming dealA 12-month Dubai trial led Emirates Bustanica to seek a commercial agreement.10 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandPoll of polls: Coalition strong despite Luxon's leadership wobbles | Ryan Bridge TODAYHerald political editor Thomas Coughlan joins Herald NOW to unpack the latest Poll of Polls results. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 May 07:48 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: The returning All Blacks star who can define Super Rugby playoffs chargeOPINION: The Crusaders have a tough schedule ahead of the knockout rounds in three weeks.10 May 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Could regional passenger trains make a comeback?OPINION: Tickets for the Kaimai Express heritage trip sold out within 48 hours.10 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Quite a chilly week’: Parts of NZ set for frost, ‘colder than normal’ temperaturesA high-pressure system will sweep across NZ this week, bringing settled but cold weather.10 May 05:00 PM
SportThe reality of life for NZ's top women's rugby playersNon-Black Ferns earn about $17,000 a season in Super Rugby Aupiki.10 May 06:20 AM
Wellington PhoenixPhoenix women book historic A-League grand final spotThe Wellington side beat the Brisbane Roar 2-0 in extra time to book a historic A-League grand final spot. Video / NZ HeraldWatch10 May 05:16 AM
Wellington PhoenixHistory makers: Phoenix women reach first A-League grand final after extra timeWellington have beaten the Brisbane Roar to book their place in the final.10 May 04:44 AM
New Zealand16 Kiwis now $21k richer after Lotto draw – where lucky tickets were soldThe $10m Powerball jackpot was not struck and grows to $12m on Wednesday.10 May 03:05 AM
New Zealand'Necessary illustration of dimwits': Lawyer slams standards committee over puberty blockers rulingSix complaints were laid about the 3-page letter that was sent to 20 healthcare workers.10 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua artist's 'confronting' portrait: Finalist for 'difficult competition'The portraits will tour New Zealand galleries. 09 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: You can cut all the town bins you like, it won't reduce your ratesCouncils have three months to decide who they join and how it will work.09 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandElite education: Tuition fees at every senior private school and how much they've jumpedThe Herald has analysed fees at every senior NZ private school so you can compare.09 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSoil-first farmer grows thriving Bay bananas on just 5.5haNow semi-retired, Brett Petersen happily gives away the bananas he grows.09 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPaul or Paul? Who deserves credit for landmark anti-stalking lawStalking has become a crime but there has been confusion about who drove the change. 09 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentA cardboard comedy club and 3am kebabs: Joel Vinsen's favourite spots in AucklandEvery week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.09 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyMoorby scores four as Hurricanes blow past Moana PasifikaThe win puts the Hurricanes on top of the table with a five-point buffer.09 May 09:18 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFrom the devil to the deep blue sea: Lisa Harrow on life, loss and turning down Marlon BrandoAt 82, the legendary Kiwi actress is starring in a new feature film.09 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Very in shock': Son witnesses mother's death on Wellington motorwayWoman struck and killed after getting out of her vehicle after a minor crash last night.09 May 04:42 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBack to school: Why big-name pros, ex-ABs are coaching First XV rugbyMike Thorpe reports on the rise of the schoolboy super-coach. 09 May 04:27 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday, 9th May, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday, May 9, 2026. Raw sewage spilt in Wellington's south coast after rain overnight. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 May 01:08 AM
New ZealandSix rescued after becoming trapped in Marlborough floodwatersThe group were rescued from vehicles trapped in floodwaters near Canvastown.08 May 10:49 PM
MotorsportOn The Up: The Kiwi driver making waves in powerboat racingA sudden E1 call-up in 2026 saw Rianna O’Meara-Hunt eventually become a permanent pilot.08 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Luxon’s Singapore playbook for pulling a lagging economy into shapeOPINION: NZ could do with an injection of Singapore's small-state survival ethos.08 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, May 9, 2026NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, May 9, 2026. US hopeful Iran will send a proposal today to 'try and end the war'. Weather related disruptions across the country.Watch08 May 08:26 PM
