Herald NOW: Daily News Update: July 1 2025
Finance Minister Nicola Willis defends FamilyBoost rebate after figures reveal only 153 families received the maximum credit.
Otago University Business School Associate Professor Paula O'Kane says new research which shows a four-day work week is linked to improved employee wellbeing and job satisfaction.
Racing Minister Winston Peters joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss government plans for funding the end of greyhound racing in New Zealand.
Speech Language Therapist Conor Fraser talks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW as 800 specialist learning staff strike over pay and conditions.
Foreign Minister Winston Peters talks to Ryan Bridge about joint statement which condemns 'horrifying' killing of Gazans trying to get food aid.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis talks to Ryan as the Government approves $83 million funding for new medical school at Waikato University, in attempt to strengthen health workforce.
New funding for Waikato medical school, RSA seeking judicial review in high court and TAB may have to pay for rehoming of greyhounds.
NZ Herald senior reporter Lane Nichols joins us today on The Front Page to discuss the latest scammers and what solutions there could be in future.
Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference.
Inflation is on the rise again and the Government is working on anti-boy-racer legislation. Video / NZ Herald
The consumer price index (CPI) increased 2.7% in the 12 months to the June 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today.
The daughter of Kelly Tarlton discusses the rediscovery of an anchor, which has been described as 'one of the oldest relics of early European contact with New Zealand'
Home Owners and Buyers Association NZ president John Gray talks to Ryan Bridge about the high number of houses failing final building inspections.
Hundreds of boy racers spent Saturday night in a cat-and-mouse chase with police across Auckland as the Prime Minister warns that the drivers’ ‘days are coming to an end’.
Maxin Institute Executive Director Tim Wilson and The Prosperity Project Podcast Host Nadine Higgens talk boy racers, poverty crisis, inflation and best country in the world.
NZ Herald Business Editor at Large Liam Dann speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW, ahead of the second quarter inflation figures being released. What is predicted?
Sport panel: Sports reporters Chris Reive and Nathan Limm join Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss the All Blacks series sweep, the Warriors' win and more from the world of sport
South Island news director Claire Sherwood gives an update on South Island news.
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.
Ian Jones gives his take on the final game against the French over the weekend.
An increasing number of low-income households are just able to afford the bare essentials, according to a new report from the Child Poverty Action Group.
A stretched workforce could threaten infrastructure, RSA may fracture over withholding fees and police issue over 70 infringement notices.
Nick Leggett, CEO of Infrastructure New Zealand, speaks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the Government's $6 billion infrastructure announcement.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon talks to Mike Hosking live in the studio. Video / Newstalk ZB
AUT senior lecturer Paulette Benton-Greig describes typical bail conditions, repeat family violence abusers and dating apps.
Reporter Stella is hanging out with Harley, an Auckland kid who has developed an incredible talent for prompting artificial intelligence to create beautiful works of art.
South Island MP James Meager joins The Front Page to discuss his portfolios and that maiden speech.
Hospital and roading upgrades form the bulk of infrastructure projects the Government intends to start before Christmas. Video / TVNZ
Car enthusiasts meet, SH2 and Rawiri Road in Mangatawhiri. Video / NZ Herald
Boat capsizes in Vietnam, dozens dead. Car plows into bystanders at LA nightclub. NCEA changes in spotlight. Video | NZ Herald
After a life of hard knocks, first-time boxer Kimi Putere Parata AKA Maama Ghee is stepping into the ring to raise awareness around suicide. Video / Cameron Pitney
Flames shoot into the air as a house in Blockhouse Bay, Auckland is engulfed by fire this evening. Video / Supplied
In tough-fought battle the home side came out on top, with Whakarewarewa taking the win over Tauranga Sports 29 to 25.
Funeral director Wade Downey discusses the high cost of funerals and challenges facing the industry. Video / Carson Bluck
Trump plans to sue the Wall Street Journal following a new article related to himself and Epstein. Wrexham FC owned by Ryan Reynolds arrives in Wellington to play tonight.
Labour MP Ginny Andersen says National has kept Labour's measures because they work. Video / Mark Mitchell
Police Minister Mark Mitchell says giving Labour credit for lower ram-raids would be like praising an arsonist for putting out the fire. Video / Mark Mitchell
New details about the objectionable material allegedly found on electronic work devices of former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming can be revealed. Video / NZ Herald