Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith joins Herald now to discuss the Government's new announcement and sentence structure for a one-punch attack, also known as a 'coward's punch'.
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Specialist learning staff to strike over pay and conditions
Speech Language Therapist Conor Fraser talks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW as 800 specialist learning staff strike over pay and conditions.
National and ACT claim credit for $200 million medical school savings
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 and rise in inflation | NZ Herald News Update: July 22, 2025
New funding for Waikato medical school, RSA seeking judicial review in high court and TAB may have to pay for rehoming of greyhounds.
'Whack-a-mole': The rapidly evolving world of scams in NZ
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.
Government considers compensation for greyhound racing trainers amid plans to ban the sport
The TAB could be asked to help front costs associated with rehoming.
Former Auckland teacher pleads not guilty to sex abuse charges
The former Auckland teacher appeared in the Auckland District Court today and has interim name suppression.
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference.
Inflation on the rise and boy racer meets | NZ Herald News Update: July 21, 2025
Inflation is on the rise again and the Government is working on anti-boy-racer legislation. Video / NZ Herald
A third of new builds in Auckland are failing final inspections
Home Owners and Buyers Association NZ president John Gray talks to Ryan Bridge about the high number of houses failing final building inspections.
Prime Minister warns drivers of crackdown
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’.
Herald NOW panel talks boy racers, poverty crisis, inflation and best country in the world
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.
Will inflation hit 3% and what will it mean for you?
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?
Reflections on All Blacks' series sweep and Warriors win
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 with Newstalk ZB South Island news director
South Island news director Claire Sherwood gives an update on South Island news.
What to expect from inflation figures and where will it go in the long term?
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.
Former All Black weighs in on France final test
Ian Jones gives his take on the final game against the French over the weekend.
New research points to growing poverty crisis
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.
Infrastructure could be threatened and inflation may rise | NZ Herald News Update: July 21, 2025
A stretched workforce could threaten infrastructure, RSA may fracture over withholding fees and police issue over 70 infringement notices.
Consistent infrastructure funding needed - Infrastructure New Zealand
Nick Leggett, CEO of Infrastructure New Zealand, speaks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the Government's $6 billion infrastructure announcement.
Live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike Hosking
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon talks to Mike Hosking live in the studio. Video / Newstalk ZB
AUT academic Paulette Benton-Greig speaks about possible dating app risk and bail conditions
AUT senior lecturer Paulette Benton-Greig describes typical bail conditions, repeat family violence abusers and dating apps.
Kea Kids News: 11-year-old makes magic with AI
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.
James Meager on South Island role, youth migration, and flight costs
South Island MP James Meager joins The Front Page to discuss his portfolios and that maiden speech.
Prime Minister Luxon makes infrastructure announcement
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
Car enthusiasts meet, SH2 and Rawiri Road in Mangatawhiri. Video / NZ Herald
Vietnam boat accident, car plows into LA nightclub crowd | NZ Herald News Update, 20 July 2025
Boat capsizes in Vietnam, dozens dead. Car plows into bystanders at LA nightclub. NCEA changes in spotlight. Video | NZ Herald
Maama Ghee jumps in the ring to raise awareness around suicide
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 in Blockhouse Bay
Flames shoot into the air as a house in Blockhouse Bay, Auckland is engulfed by fire this evening. Video / Supplied
Whakarewarewa win the Baywide Men's Premier final
In tough-fought battle the home side came out on top, with Whakarewarewa taking the win over Tauranga Sports 29 to 25.
Funeral director discusses rising costs
Funeral director Wade Downey discusses the high cost of funerals and challenges facing the industry. Video / Carson Bluck
Trump to sue Wall Street Journal, Wrexham FC in Wellington | NZ Herald news update: July 19, 2025
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.
Who can take credit for a drop in ram-raids?
Labour MP Ginny Andersen says National has kept Labour's measures because they work. Video / Mark Mitchell
Police Minister Mark Mitchell on the dramatic drop in ram-raids.
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
Jevon McSkimming case: New details on objectionable material
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
All Blacks gear up for final France test in series
All Black captain Ardie Savea spoke to media before the final test in the French series.
'Unexpected': Phoenix coach on facing Wrexham with underdone squad
Wrexham are owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. are taking on the Wellington Phoenix in a pre-season friendly. Video / Herald NOW
Anti-Corruption Taskforce launched in Auckland
Anti-Corruption Taskforce launch with Police Minister Mark Mitchell, Commissioner of Police Richard Chambers and SFO chief executive Karen Chang. Video \ Jason Dorday
US tech CEO caught in kiss cam scandal at Coldplay concert
The CEO was seen embracing his firm's HR director at a Coldplay concert. Video / Supplied