Herald NOW Weather: July 25, 2025.
The Warriors match on Saturday against the Gold Coast Titans will be first NRL game - and major sporting event in this country - to be completely powered by the sun.
Israel continues it's attack on Gaza. The NZ Fire department issues a warning as house fires increase in numbers. The Polar Plunge is taking place today in Wellington.
Rotorua resident Ryan Gray believes police with drones could be part of the solution to Rotorua's issue with illegal dirt bike activity. Video / Ryan Gray
Warriors chief executive Cameron George on the club's remarkable growth over the last three seasons. Video / NZ Warriors
Whangārei District Council is consulting on changes to its carparking but businesses do not think it's a good idea. Video / Rosalie Liddle Crawford
Video of Cambodian residents fleeing border area as clashes with Thailand intensify. Video / AFP
Kiwi reggae artist Charlie Pome'e pays tribute to friend and island reggae legend George 'Fiji' Veikoso. Video / Flava
Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell grilled by top US official and Paul Goldsmith plans new voting restrictions. Video / NZ Herald
Herald Entertainment reporters Mitchell Hageman and Jenni Mortimer discuss the comedy series to put on your must-watch list.
South Island Breaking News reporter talks to Herald NOW about the death in a quiet Christchurch neighbourhood. Video / Herald NOW
Hulk Hogan was pronounced dead in hospital following a report of 'cadiac arrest' at his Florida home. Video / Herald NOW
Cure Kids Ambassadors Jordanna and Lucca Holecliffe talk to Herald NOW as Red Nose Day appeals for donations. Video / Herald NOW
ZB sports journalist Ben Plummer and Herald sports journalist Alex Powell join Michael Morrah in the studio.
Metservice Head of Weather Heather Keats talks to Herald NOW about the severe weather about to hit NZ. Video / Herald NOW
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson debate the electoral law changes on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray. Video / Herald NOW
A call for caution following research which suggests inhaling cannabinoids during cancer immunotherapy may be detrimental to treatment. Video / Herald NOW
National's Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson on Herald NOW's political panel. Video / Herald NOW
Public Health Researcher Dr Robin van der Sanden on dealers advertising drug sales on Facebook Marketplace. Video / Herald NOW
Kiwi golfer Steven Alker takes the lead at the senior British Open and the Black Caps beat Zimbabwe to wrap up group play in their T20 Tri-series in Harare.
PrimerAI founder Sean Gourley set up the Pentagon’s Project Maven. Now, he’s investing in the next wartime technology frontier - drones.
Government plans to redesign the New Zealand passport to put English before te reo, and professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has died aged 71. Video / NZ Herald
Meta has been criticised over delayed action.
Dr Nina Hood from the Education Hub is with us to discuss the future of high schooling in NZ.
“I can’t imagine the feeling of being able to speak the words of your ancestors, and then being able to bear the marks of them as well.”
Among the changes being proposed is stopping same-day enrolment for a general election. Video / Mark Mitchell
The snippet of the couple's ceremony uploaded to TikTok. Video / TikTok/antoniahachem
Talking to ZM’s Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley, new Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Faith Ward spoke of her pride in being a Welly girl.
A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in Christchurch last night.
Avis’ Straight to Car concept revolutionises the Kiwi rental vehicle experience.
Dannevirke Police Sergeant Gary McKernon on the investigation into the theft of 65 calves from a Dannevirke farm.
Environmental Defence Society Policy Director Raewyn Peart talks to Ryan Bridge about the urgent need to resettle towns to reduce climate change impact.
Engineer Michelle Dickinson talks to Herald NOW after a lithium battery on board a Virgin Australia flight caught fire.
RNZRSA board chair Lieutenant General Rhys Jones on the RSA's refocus on its core purpose on behalf of veterans and their whānau.
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.
Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker talks to Ryan Bridge as Auckland FC documentary series on the club's first season is released.
Nelson Hospital review highlights significant staff shortages and infrastructure challenges.
Ray White chief economist Nerida Conisbee tells Ryan Bridge what Kiwis heading to Oz can expect from the housing and rental market.