Oil dips on hope of Gulf talks, Ockham layoffs on weak sales | Ryan Bridge TODAY

‘We are gonna get slammed’: Call for national population strategy

Paul Spoonley unpacks the data, the risks of inaction, and what a credible strategy would look like for our cities, regions and prosperity.

Four boys going shark fishing at Pāuanui

Four boys in Pāuanui have gone viral after fishing a shark on to the beach at Pāuanui yesterday, then casually pulling the hook out of its mouth and letting it go.

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Christopher Luxon holds a post-Cabinet press conference

Glendene fire quickly contained, assistant area commander says

Culperry Rd, Glendene was blocked at both ends by police as firefighters contained the blaze. Video / NZ Herald

Why the Beijing motor show matters to NZ | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Nordeast group manager Dane Fisher speaks to Ryan Bridge about why the Beijing Motor Show matters to New Zealand. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Black smoke billows from large Auckland fire

A large blaze was burning in West Auckland, sending smoke over the city. Video / Supplied

King Charles arrives in the US for high stakes state visit with Donald Trump amid tensions

Britain’s King Charles III arrives for a high-stakes state visit aimed at repairing strained relations with US President Donald Trump. Video / AFP

PM Christopher Luxon defends cancelling regular TVNZ Breakfast appearance

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has defended cancelling his weekly appearance on TVNZ’s Breakfast, saying he’s “pretty accessible”.

India-NZ Free Trade Agreement - a good or bad thing? Daily panel discusses

Lorna Riley says this year's Bookabach Bach of the Year winner is a luxury lakehouse in Queenstown, while Singapore has won Best Airport. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Christchurch has exceeded expectations' following successful opening weekend for new stadium

'Christchurch has exceeded expectations' following the very successful opening weekend for the new 'One NZ stadium'. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Queenstown pad revealed as 'Bach of the Year' | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Lorna Riley says this year's Bookabach Bach of the Year winner is a luxury lakehouse in Queenstown, while Singapore has won Best Airport. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY.

Tesla's self-driving promise in doubt for some models - What happens now? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Tesla admits some of its models are not capable of full self-driving features, despite customers already paying for it. Paul Spain joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Market Outlook: What to expect from Powell's final Fed rate decision | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Forsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis joins Herald NOW for a look at the week ahead in the markets, Tuesday, April 28. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Warriors flying high & Super Round deemed a massive success | Ryan Bridge TODAY

A huge weekend of sport unfolded as the Warriors moved to second on the NRL table. Video | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Changes coming to blood donor screening process | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Changes are coming to the blood donor screening process. Video | Ryan Bridge TODAY

How did a gunman access Trump dinner? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Ex-Secret Service agent speaks about how security could have been breached. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

What makes India a new age FTA? Plus, Disney + ESPN = competition for Sky | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Beyond market access, FTA adds IP, investment and immigration access; new AVOD offer from Disney+ challenges SKY TV sports streaming dominance. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

The case for a population strategy | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Former chief science advisor Sir Peter Gluckman joins Ryan Bridge to speak about a population strategy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

NZ meat and wool exporters reax: Indian free trade agreement | Ryan Bridge TODAY

National meat and wool chair Richard Dawkins reacts to the India/NZ free trade agreement. Video | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Indian economist reacts to the landmark Indian free trade deal | Ryan Bridge TODAY

A historical free trade agreement was signed overnight between India and New Zealand. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

The Milford Report | Herald NOW Business

How to become comfortable with volatile markets. Philip Morgan Rees, general manager Wealth Management and Advice at Milford. Video / Herald NOW Business

Unplugging the economic potential of supermarket jobs | Herald NOW Business

Duncan Bridgeman - Managing Editor, NZME Business, looks at what it takes to go from stacking shelves to running your own supermarket. Video|Herald NOW Business

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, April 28, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, April 28, 2026. King Charles due to arrive in the US as White House Correspondants dinner shooter is due to arrive in court.

Productivity Propelled - looks at AI's impact on NZ productivity |Herald NOW Business

Andrew Fairgray - Chief Business Officer at 2degrees. Video|Herald NOW Business

Divergence in Asian markets – Mohandeep Singh from Craigs Investment Partners | Herald NOW Business

South/Southeast (Philippines, Indonesia, India) and Northern Asia (Taiwan, South Korea, Malaysia), punishing one and driving up the other. Video | Herald NOW Business

MetService morning weather update: April 28, 2026

MetService morning weather update: April 28, 2026. Video / MetService

Inside Four Square: How to become a supermarket owner

NZME business editor Duncan Bridgeman speaks to three Four Square owners about becoming a supermarket owner and the challenges they face.

Police cordon in place after West Auckland critical injury

Police have made an arrest after a person was critically injured at a West Auckland home. Video / NZ Herald

Man found with 200 undersized pāua at Auckland beach

Fishery officers stopped the man at Castor Bay and seized his vessel and fishing gear. Video / Chris Jellie

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Monday, April 27, 2026

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Monday, April 27, 2026. Investigation continues into shooting at Correspondents’ Dinner, global warming is causing issues for billions.

Person rescued after going overboard in Cook Strait

A person has been rescued after going overboard from a ferry in the Cook Strait.

The Garage Club: Auckland's newest luxury vehicle storage facility

The Garage Club, set to open in Newmarket in 2027, will house 160 vehicles. Video / Supplied

$5.5 billion Hornby Quadrant

Calder Stewart's new export and warehouse hub on the southern outskirts of Christchurch. Video / Calder Stewart

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, April 27, 2026

Morning Headlines | Writings show strong anti-Trump sentiment and advice to boost vehicle security amid fuel thefts | Monday, April 27, 2026

The money mistake that can cost parents everything

Wealth and succession lawyer Andrew Clements has seen what happens when providing financial assistance to children goes wrong, he joins Nadine Higgins on The Prosperity Project.

Behind the scenes with the Black Ferns Sevens in Hong Kong

The team powered themselves to a fourth straight Hong Kong title.

Chiefs prop scores bizarre try following Fijian Drua error

Jared Proffit scores by squeezing the ball down with his forearm for one of the most unlikely tries in the history of this competition. Possibly this sport. Video / Sky Sport

Trump speaks after shots fired during White House Dinner

US President Donald Trump addresses media after loud bangs were heard during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Video / White House

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Sunday April 26, 2026

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Sunday April 26, 2026. Lebanon continues to take a beating despite ceasefire calls. Trading in your house could be the new way to downsize.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | US cancels Iran peace talks in Pakistan, Auckland kayaker rescued

NZ Herald Morning News Update | US cancels Iran peace talks in Pakistan, Auckland kayaker rescued from Waitematā Harbour, State Highway 35 reopens. Video / NZ Herald