Home / Herald NOWSouth Island snapshot: The stories making headlines todayNZ Herald2 Nov, 2025 06:53 PMSaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditNewstalk ZB South Island News Director brings the region into focus.
LifestyleLegends of the PeaksThe event, which begins this Friday, is expected to attract more than 3000 runners and walkers across six different distances. Video / Legend of the PeaksWatch03 Nov 12:01 AM
New ZealandTongan Fans Take Over Otahuhu -Streets Turn Red in Celebration.Thousands of Tongan fans packed Atkinson Ave and Great South Rd - the whole 650-metre stretch lit up red as the celebrations roared late into the night. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Nov 11:45 PM
Herald NOWSports panel: The Big MomentsThe Herald sports team breaks down this week’s biggest wins, wobbles, and sporting controversies.Watch02 Nov 08:54 PM
EntertainmentSimon Dallow to resign from TVNZ after more than 20 yearsSimon Dallow to resign from TVNZ after more than 20 years. Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 08:03 PM
Herald NOWPanel: Simon Bridges and Deborah Pead on the reputational damage to Netball NZAuckland Business Chamber CEO Simon Bridges and Pead PR founder Deborah Pead join Herald NOW’s Panel to discuss the reputational damage facing Netball NZ.Watch02 Nov 07:44 PM
Herald NOWRural round up: What's happening in farmingDroughts, prices and policy - BusinessDesk's Riley Kennedy on the latest from the farm frontlines. Video / Herald NOWWatch02 Nov 07:38 PM
PoliticsMeet the Mayor: Far North Mayor on what's next for the regionMeet the Far North Mayor: Mayor Moko Tepania on what's next for the region. Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 07:22 PM
Herald NOWKeeping older people safe: New project launched amid shocking St John statisticPeople over 65 make up half of St John call outs. Video / Herald NOWWatch02 Nov 07:11 PM
EntertainmentRoyal turmoil: What’s next for the Windsors?Royal biographer Andrew Lownie on the scandals shaking the House of Windsor. Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 07:02 PM
Herald NOWPersonal finance with Forsyth Barr: What's next for China and Trump?Personal finance with Forsyth Barr: What's next for China and Trump? Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 06:55 PM
Herald NOWSouth Island snapshot: The stories making headlines todayNewstalk ZB South Island News Director brings the region into focus.Watch02 Nov 06:53 PM
New ZealandInfraKiwi chases council assets, ERA tests WFH; FMA slaps lawyers & accountantsBusiness with 2degrees: Simplicity’s InfraKiwi pitches alternative to debt-funded infrastructure; ACC return-to-office tested, FMA flags wholesale investor eligibility again.Watch02 Nov 06:37 PM
Silver FernsDame Noeline Taurua speaks for the first time since stoush with Netball NZDame Noeline Taurua speaks to Mike Hosking for the first time since being reinstated as Silver Ferns coach. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Nov 06:37 PM
Herald NOWAll Blacks Vs Ireland: Former All Black reactsIan Jones says Ireland vs All Blacks game was ruined by officiating: 'Missed opportunity' for world rugby.Watch02 Nov 06:36 PM
Herald NOWMeasles outbreak: What's the latestHealth NZ says vaccination rates still too low to protect communities. Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 06:27 PM
Herald NOWLuxon's catch up with China: What it means for New Zealand politicsCanterbury professor Anne-Marie Brady on Luxon's brief catch up with the Chinese President.Watch02 Nov 06:21 PM
WorldMass Stabbing on a UK train: Police say it's not a terrorist eventMass Stabbing on a UK train: Police say it's not a terrorist event. Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 06:15 PM
PoliticsInside the Beehive: What’s driving the week’s politicsThe Herald’s Thomas Coughlan unpacks this week’s political shifts. Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 06:11 PM
PoliticsSam Stubbs: 'InfraKiwi will keep our infrastructure Kiwi-owned'Simplicity’s new venture aims to use KiwiSaver funds to build and own NZ infrastructure. Video / Herald NowWatch02 Nov 06:02 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Update: Monday 03 NovemberMetService Severe Weather Update: Monday 03 November. Video / MetServiceWatch02 Nov 05:56 PM
Herald NOWDaily Sports Update: Monday November 3 2025Daily Sports Update: Monday November 3 2025. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Nov 05:51 PM
New ZealandWatch Live: Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike HoskingPrime Minister Christopher Luxon joins Mike Hosking live on Newstalk ZB. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch02 Nov 05:44 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Simeon Brown promises hospital improvements as measles cases riseNZ Herald Morning News Update | Simeon Brown promises hospital improvements as measles cases rise. School zoning set to change, cybercrime remains prevalent. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Nov 05:29 PM
New ZealandSisters Yvonne Gurtler and Cecelia Gaylard unmask their monster three decades after child abuseAs children, Cecelia Gaylard and Yvonne Gurtler endured unspeakable horrors. More than three decades later, the Auckland sisters came face-to-face with their rapist in court.Watch02 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids: Bloody Butcher serves severed fingers to kidsReporter Puawai takes us on a tour of Howick Historical Village’s Halloween Fright Night with a spooky haunted house, and a creepy costume contest featuring a special guest judge!Watch02 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSimplicity bosses announce InfraKiwiA new company has been formed to buy infrastructure assets, aiming eventually for an NZX listing. Video / Michael CraigWatch02 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow new biometric privacy rules will change what businesses must disclosePrivacy Commissioner Michael Webster is with us, to take us through what all of this means, and how we can protect ourselves.Watch02 Nov 03:45 PM
SportEli Katoa stretchered from Eden Park after suffering three head knocksThe Tongan forward required urgent medical assistance during the loss to the Kiwis. Video / NZ HeraldWatch02 Nov 08:06 AM
New ZealandPorn-recovery app accused of using Jazz Thornton videos without consentFaith-based porn-recovery app accused of using Jazz Thornton videos without consent. Video / TikTok / @jazzthornton_Watch02 Nov 06:14 AM
SportDodgers beat Blue Jays 5-4 in extra inningsDodgers beat Blue Jays 5-4 in extra innings to claim back-to-back World Series. Video / ESPNWatch02 Nov 05:40 AM
WorldUK police arrest two after ‘multiple people’ stabbed on trainStabbing on a London-bound train left 10 people in hospital. Video / AFPWatch02 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandElectric bus catches fire under bridge on Constellation DriveA bus has caught fire after getting stuck under an overpass at the Constellation Bus Terminal NZ. Video / Dean PurcellWatch02 Nov 01:35 AM
New ZealandRace day surge: Thousands take on Auckland Marathon challengeMore than 17,000 people will participate in the Auckland Marathon 2025 today. The event will take place on Auckland's streets, drawing significant local and international runners.Watch01 Nov 10:07 PM
All BlacksAll Blacks defeat Ireland 26-13The All Blacks have defeated Ireland at Soldier Field in Chicago, 26-13. Video / Sky SportWatch01 Nov 09:43 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Measles cases rise around the country, fire in OrewaNZ Herald Morning News Update | Measles cases rise around the country, fire in Orewa, Hurricane Melissa ravages Caribbean. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Nov 08:14 PM
All BlacksBrad Weber responds to All Blacks XV hakaBrad Weber responds to All Blacks XV haka. Video / Sky Sport 2Watch01 Nov 07:51 PM
New ZealandCar goes up in flames in Auckland suburbThe car can be seen engulfed in flames in Newmarket, Auckland. Video / SuppliedWatch01 Nov 06:17 PM
EntertainmentQuick-fire questions with Temuera MorrisonMultimedia Journalist Mitchell Hageman sits down with Kiwi actor Temuera Morrison for some quick-fire questions. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch01 Nov 06:00 PM
SportMitchell Santner hits ball out of Sky StadiumThe Black Caps captain is just the third player in history to achieve the feat.Watch01 Nov 06:43 AM
New ZealandLamborghini goes up in flames after Remuera crashEmergency services in action as they work to douse the burning Lamborghini in Remuera.Watch01 Nov 02:56 AM
