Home / Herald NOWGDP: What does the 1.1% increase actually mean?NZ Herald18 Dec, 2025 06:40 PMSaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditBrad Olsen joins Herald NOW to unpack what the GDP actually means.
New ZealandSurfers and swimmers congregate at Bondi BeachSurfers and swimmers congregate at Bondi Beach as they participate in a tribute for the victims of Sunday’s Bondi Beach attack, in Sydney on December 19, 2025. Video \ AFPWatch18 Dec 10:08 PM
New ZealandHow you can help kids in need this ChristmasMore than 3,200 families were helped by the Kindness Collective this Christmas, Katie Oliver reports.Watch18 Dec 08:45 PM
Herald NOWFederated farmers: The 12 pests of ChristmasFed Farmers' Richard Dawkins tells herald NOW about their 12 pests of Christmas campaign, and a message to buy local for your Christmas feasts this year.Watch18 Dec 08:42 PM
New ZealandThe year in Business – NZ gets up off the couchBusiness with 2degrees: Garth Bray dishes out financial highlights, lowlights and ones to watch.Watch18 Dec 08:36 PM
Herald NOWGDP tide rises for most, can we trust the drop in US inflation, and don‘t forget the gas-tastropheBusiness with 2degrees: Growth in 14 of 16 sectors, take 2.7% US inflation with a grain of salt, and what’s a petajoule and where can we find 20 of them to keep industry running?Watch18 Dec 08:19 PM
New ZealandA Kiwi hero from the Bondi terror attack talks to Herald NOW about restraining a terrorist.A New Zealander who helped restrain one of the Bondi gunmen reveals what happened live on Herald NOW.Watch18 Dec 08:09 PM
Herald NOWWhy do some RNZ board members have concerns about re-hiring John Campbell?Herald Editor at Large Shayne Currie talks to Herald NOW about RNZ's big new hire.Watch18 Dec 08:02 PM
New ZealandThe Christmas traditions you wish your family would ditchFormer Labour Minister and Auckland mayor Phil Goff and PR guru Deborah Pead on the Herald NOW panel.Watch18 Dec 07:55 PM
New ZealandSouth Island news wrap: Gore shooting suspect still at largeDunedin reporter Ben Tomsett reveals the latest on South Island news.Watch18 Dec 07:47 PM
Herald NOWYour Christmas weather outlook with Heather KeatsMetService's Heather Keats gives her forecast over the Christmas period.Watch18 Dec 07:47 PM
New ZealandHeavily armed police detain group of men on Sydney streetThe group of men are believed to have been on their way to Bondi Beach, with police revealing a "violent act" was possibly being planned. Video / news.com.auWatch18 Dec 07:18 PM
Herald NOWGovernment fast-tracks Waihī North gold mine expansion to 2043The boss of the Canadian gold mine speaks to Herald NOW about what his company expects to pull from the ground.Watch18 Dec 07:17 PM
EntertainmentRita Ora surprises Ben Boyce and daughter Sienna on When I Grow Up podcastRita Ora spotted Ben Boyce's viral tattoo online, urging her to join the podcast. Video / When I Grow UpWatch18 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandWillie Jackson says Matt McCarten's words have "been a betrayal”Willie Jackson responds to Matt McCarten's allegations about his wife, who is CEO of Māori Urban Authority.Watch18 Dec 07:00 PM
Herald NOWGDP: What does the 1.1% increase actually mean?Brad Olsen joins Herald NOW to unpack what the GDP actually means.Watch18 Dec 06:40 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: December 19 2025MetService Daily Weather: December 19 2025. Video / MetServiceWatch18 Dec 06:39 PM
Herald NOWGloriavale’s private school to close amid safety concerns, lawyer respondsGloriavale leavers lawyer, Brian Henry reveals details about the schools closure.Watch18 Dec 06:26 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Sport News Update | New Zealand amasses a wall of runs against West IndiesNZ Herald Sport News Update | New Zealand amasses a wall of runs against West Indies, England heads into day three of third Ashes test in trouble.Watch18 Dec 05:35 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, December 19, 2025Morning Headlines | Gloriavale school to close, more hope in the economy and Auckland to get new cemetery | Friday, December 19, 2025Watch18 Dec 05:24 PM
CricketTom Latham, Devon Conway plunder centuries on day one of final test against West IndiesBoth NZ openers reached triple figures on a dominant first day. Video / TVNZWatch18 Dec 05:30 AM
New ZealandMetService afternoon weather update: 18 DecemberMetService afternoon weather update: 18 December. Video / MetServiceWatch18 Dec 05:28 AM
TennisTātaki Auckland Unlimited confirms final $5m for Manuka Doctor Arena’s new Centre Court roofChief Executive Tātaki Auckland Unlimited Nick Hill confirms final $5m for Manuka Doctor Arena’s new Centre Court roof. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch18 Dec 04:41 AM
New ZealandWaihī Mine fast-track approvalOceanagold is welcoming the Government's announcement that is has approved the Waihī North mining project, extending gold and silver extraction in the Waihi area until 2043.Watch18 Dec 04:03 AM
New ZealandLawyer Tania Waikato on choosing the Green PartyLawyer Tania Waikato on why she is deciding to enter politics with the Greens now. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Dec 02:31 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Donald Trump addressing the nationNZ Herald Live: Donald Trump addressing the nationWatch18 Dec 01:56 AM
New ZealandState Highway 2 at Devil's Corner - TimelapseNZTA and TREC have restored the road along State Highway 2 at Devil’s Corner.Watch18 Dec 12:42 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday, December 18, 2025Afternoon Headlines | New Zealand economy officially rebounds and suspects still at large after Gore shooting | Thursday, December 18, 2025Watch18 Dec 12:19 AM
New ZealandSH29 Car FireA car is engulfed in flames on State Highway 29, near the Kaimai Summit. Video / Kate AngellWatch17 Dec 11:15 PM
Herald NOWTop fruits and vege picks this ChristmasVege man Glenn Forysth reveals the best produce to be eating this festive season.Watch17 Dec 08:53 PM
Herald NOWFonterra chops forecast again, to $9.00/kg msBusiness with 2degrees: Second cut to Fonterra payout slashes $1 off 2025/26 season forecast inside a month, as global dairy prices continue falling on strong production worldwide.Watch17 Dec 08:36 PM
New ZealandFrom 3G to satellite-based connectivity: What's next for 2degrees' network2degrees Chief Technology Information Officer Stephen Kurzeja speaks to Herald NOW about the future of mobile connectivity.Watch17 Dec 08:32 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW panel: Deepfake AI, the road cone hotline and puppiesThe Front Page Podcast host, Chelsea Daniels and Herald senior journalist Simon Wilson discuss the big topics of the day.Watch17 Dec 07:41 PM
Herald NOWSPCA warns against buying pets as gifts this ChristmasSPCA warns rushed decisions can end in abandonment once the festive season is over.Watch17 Dec 07:35 PM
Herald NOWBest sporting moments of 2025, controversial calls, and Brendon McCullum’s final chanceCam McMillan and Nathan Limm join Michael Morrah to discuss all things sport on Herald NOW.Watch17 Dec 07:22 PM
New ZealandGDP preview with Business editor at large Liam DannLiam Dann joins Herald NOW to discuss the impending GDP figures and why they matter.Watch17 Dec 07:11 PM
New ZealandProperty with G.J. Gardner, Medium density housing: What you need to knowG.J Gardner's Grant Porteous reveals what you need to know about medium density housing and why it matters.Watch17 Dec 06:59 PM
Herald NOWBlack Caps and the West Indies start the third cricket test in Mt MaunganuiThe Black Caps and the West Indies start the third cricket test in Mt Maunganui this morning, ZB Sports journalist Andrew Alderson reports.Watch17 Dec 06:58 PM
New ZealandNZICC fix & finish cost $1.1b, milk price payout heading down, TV Shop mislead consumersBusiness with 2degrees: 9.7m working hours on NZICC after fire, court hears; $9.20/kg ms in sight for farmgate milk price forecast, 13 breaches of fair-trading law by TV Shop.Watch17 Dec 06:43 PM
Herald NOWYouth suicide cluster: What needs to changeAn inquest into youth suicide has found that young people were ‘lost’ in the system.Watch17 Dec 06:21 PM
New ZealandExpert warns spike of deepfake AI after Bondi terror attackDisinformation researcher, Byron Clark says disinformation is being spread using deepfake AI images of the Bondi terror attacks.Watch17 Dec 06:12 PM
