Government takes aim at solar installation red tape | Herald NOW Business

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, May 8, 2026

Morning Headlines | Warning NZ fiscal path unsustainable, tourist fees to fund conservation, and hopes grow for US-Iran deal | Friday, May 8, 2026

Auckland FC v Adelaide United to face off in semi-finals this weekend | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Auckland FC Chief Executive Nick Becker joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Sovereign wealth funds: who has what? | Herald NOW Business

Fantail Ventures' Jonty Kelt joins Herald NOW Business to talk sovereign wealth funds, prediction markets and Open AI. Video / Herald NOW Business

Hitting the slopes at Deer Valley, Utah

Skiing at Deer Valley, Utah, this winter meant long, fun runs on groomers. The warmest winter on record meant off-piste skiing was rarely in condition.

Government takes aim at solar installation red tape | Herald NOW Business

Rewiring Aotearoa chief executive Mike Casey on how New Zealand can close the solar gap with Australia. Video / Herald NOW Business

MetService morning weather: May 8, 2026

MetService morning weather: May 8, 2026. Video / MetService

Wayne Brown says CRL review needed, projects must be cheaper

Auckland's mayor Wayne Brown says the CRL was set up poorly and too expensive.

McSkimming scandal – former top cop slams Police Commissioner and minister

Tania Kura claims Chambers and Mitchell threw her 'under the bus' for political gain.

Drone footage captures orcas on stingray hunt

Thrilled onlookers could be seen running along the sand and over rocks as the whales cruised Wellington's south coast. Video / Michael Lanzensberger

Research reveals what's worrying NZ youth the most

Youthline CEO Shae Ronald joins The Front Page with the latest research on what's keeping NZ young people up at night.

Simon Barnett and Davis Correos injured in Celebrity Treasure Island challenge

In a dramatic moment, two members of team Kahu had to be medically eliminated from the show last night.

A chat with International comedian Stephen K Amos | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Amos is appearing as part of the New Zealand International Comedy Festival. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Shane Jones doubles down after criticism over $50k fine for leaking fishing footage

The Commerce Commission and Ombudsman also raised serious concerns.

Grand Designs Waiheke home on the market | Ryan Bridge TODAY

OneRoof prestige property reporter Catherine Smith looks at what a $15 million renovation can buy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Blind tasting: Is L&P really just Coke and Sprite mixed? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

The daily panel with Dave Letele and Chelsea Daniels find out once and for all. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Rural sector weighs in on amalgamation | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Federated Farmers local government spokesperson Sandra Faulkner speaks about proposed local government amalgamation and its impact on the rural sector. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Are St John staff being asked to limit sheet cleaning between patients? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZAA secretary Mark Quin says cost-cutting wouldn't be needed if Hato Hone St John was funded properly. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'We produce 88% of Canada's oil': Why oil is driving Canada apart | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Alberta Prosperity Project leader Mitch Sylvestre speaks to Ryan Bridge about why oil is driving Canada apart. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Markets rally and oil price drops further on news of US peace proposal | Ryan Bridge TODAY

S&P 500 and Nasdaq head for new highs; US oil exports up 20%; plus the latest twist in the JPMorgan sexual assault lawsuit story. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Job numbers another 'sliding doors moment'. 2degrees wrap with Garth Bray | Herald NOW Business

400,000 New Zealanders are underemployed and under-utilised. Video / Herald NOW Business

Why Kiwis are turning to finance companies | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why people are putting $100k into separate finance company accounts. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Why the coalition will win the election | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Ryan Bridge breaks down why he thinks the coalition will win the election. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Former City Rail Link boss says mega projects could be built for less | Herald NOW Business

Infrastructure heavyweight Sean Sweeney tells Katie Bradford how cost blowout in New Zealand's biggest projects must stop. Video / Herald NOW Business

Trump issues fresh Iran ultimatum | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Donald Trump has warned Iran to accept a deal or face further military action, as tensions in the Middle East continue. Ryan Bridge explains. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

AI powering fresh momentum across chip and data-centre supply chain | Herald NOW Business

But where might it bottleneck? Grid capacity, memory, or data-centre buildouts? Tech with 2degrees - Danushka Abeysuriya from Rush digital.  Video / Herald NOW Business

Youth employment up again: Finance Minister Nicola Willis responds| Ryan Bridge TODAY

For those aged 24-29, unemployment is the highest level since 2013. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Infratil rallies on CDC Data Centres' 555MW data centre deal | Herald NOW Business

Infratil chief executive Jason Boyes discusses CDC data centre expansion Video / Herald NOW Business

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, May 7, 2026

Morning Headlines | Optimism grows for Middle East peace deal and unemployment dip may be short-lived. | Thursday, May 7, 2026

European markets could be bigger beneficiaries when Iran conflict resolves | Herald NOW Business

At the end of last year, European and UK markets were outperforming the US. Iran and AI have turned that on its head. Zoe Wallis - Forsyth Barr. Video / Herald NOW Business

MetService morning weather update: May 7

MetService morning weather update: May 7. Video / MetService

Inside the waterfront home that only locals can buy

OneRoof takes a tour of an architect-designed boat shed on Auckland’s Bucklands Beach Video \ Jason Dorday

City Rail Link blowout - project could have been half the price

Former City Rail Link boss says project could have been half the price but would have looked very different.

City Rail Link blowout - Country's largest infrastructure project could have been "half the price"

Former City Rail Link boss Sean Sweeney says the project could have been $2b cheaper had the design been "more Toyota Corolla, less Rolls-Royce"

Simon Barnett tears up over gift from Fast & Furious star

"I genuinely don't know, apart from my wife and kids, if I've ever been so touched by a gift," Barnett said through tears. Video / TVNZ+

Why over a third of ex-prisoners end up back behind bars within two years

The Salvation Army’s social policy mission officer, Ian Hutson, joins The Front Page to discuss why our current system is failing to build the "home base" that so many people need.

Eugene Bareman on Carlos Ulberg return timeline; expects UFC to book interim title fight

City Kickboxing head coach Eugene Bareman speaks about Carlos Ulberg's return to UFC and expectations about an interim title fight. Video / Alyse Wright

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, 6th May, 2026

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Broadcasting Standards Authority being scrapped, unemployment rate falls and further restrictions on collecting shellfish.

CAA secret recordings: Covert recordings rock safety watchdog

The CAA told the Herald the behaviour is being "taken seriously and addressed".

Infamous Crusaders horses spotted at Christchurch's One NZ stadium

The Crusaders horses have been spotted at One NZ stadium after the team previously announced it would be canning the 30-year tradition.

Shane Jones and Simon Bridges front up to an Auckland business audience

Shane Jones and Simon Bridges host a Q&A at the Cordis Hotel in Auckland.