The latest entertainment news from NZ Herald Chief Lifestyle and Entertainment Reporter, Jenni Mortimer.
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Indonesia volcano spews huge ash tower into sky
The eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on the tourist island of Flores has stranded Kiwis in Indonesia. Video / AFP
A look back at Liam Lawson's turbulent 2025 Formula One campaign
Alex Powell and Bonnie Jansen discuss how Liam Lawson has fared and what he needs to do to secure a seat next season.
Whakaari/White Island large plume
A large plume from Whakaari/White Island this morning prompted speculation of an eruption. Video / Moxi Cafe
Kea Kids News: Tamariki in Te Aroha prepare for their Matariki show
Reporter Sarah-Jane is at Te Aroha Primary School, where the kapa haka group is learning a new waiata just in time to ring in Matariki. Video / Kea Kids News
What's next for New World Victoria Park?
NZ Herald property editor Anne Gibson discusses what is next for the owners of New World Victoria Park. Video / Herald NOW
Sydney Sweeney bathwater soap sells for $1500, and concerns for Justin Bieber's wellbeing
The latest entertainment news from NZ Herald Chief Lifestyle and Entertainment Reporter, Jenni Mortimer.
South Island regions dominate ASB economic rankings
Regional Reporter Claire Sherwood South Island News Director on South Island regions ASB economic ranking.
PR founder and Business CEO on Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap
Herald NOW panel Deborah Pead and Mark Knoff-Thomas speak about body language and Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap. Video / Herald NOW
Inside the Amazon AI chip Lab
Madison Malone discusses the inner workings of the Amazon AI chip lab featured in the latest Markets with Madison episode. Video / Herald NOW
Chlöe Swarbrick and David Seymour on Herald NOW
Green Party Co-Leader Chlöe Swarbrick and Act Leader David Seymour talk to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge.
Herald NOW: Business with 2degrees: 18 June 2025
Garth Bray speaks with Ryan Bridge about food prices and inflation. Video / Herald NOW
Fire and Emergency gives an update as investigations begin after major supermarket fire
Fire and Emergency Incident Controller Phil Larcombe gives an update following major Auckland New World fire.
Foodstuffs CEO talks to Herald NOW after major supermarket fire
Foodstuffs North Island CEO Chris Quin talks to Ryan Bridge following fire at Auckland New World. Video / Herald NOW
Latest from the scene after major supermarket fire in Auckland
Investigations will begin into how a major fire started at an Auckland New World.
Which regions are doing the best economically?
ASB Chief Economist on economic rankings, with rural New Zealand doing the 'heavy lifting'. Video / Herald NOW
Winston Peters comments after Trump says US won't kill Iran's supreme leader "for now"
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters talks to Herald NOW after Trump calls for the "unconditional surrender" of Iran
Markets with Madison: America's atomic effort
Valar Atomics is attempting to add nuclear energy to the global grid by building thousands of small modular nuclear reactors. Markets with Madison went inside its LA factory.
Herald NOW: Daily News Update: June 18 2025
Herald NOW: Daily News Update: June 18 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 18 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 18 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 18 2025
Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 18 2025. Video / Herald NOW
Inside the Rovers: On Target
Footballer Sam Lack’s star has shone bright in 2025. Video / Neil Reid
Former MKR contestant Teal Mau announces Wellington City Council bid
Teal Mau has run a salon in Wellington for more than 25 years and is running for a seat on council to support local businesses. Video / Ethan Manera
Inside look: Damage revealed after fire engulfs Auckland supermarket
Video shared to RNZ shows what is left of the supermarket ceiling, while water floods out the door and down the stairs. Video / RNZ
Josh Emett and the eclair that became an icon
It’s been an Onslow signature menu item since day one. Now, Josh Emett’s famous crayfish eclair has clawed its way into the Iconic Auckland Eats Top 100 list. Video / Alyse Wright
New drone footage reveals damage as Foodstuffs CEO, Chris Quin gives update on New World fire
Foodstuffs CEO, Chris Quin, on what they know about the fire at New World Victoria Park. Video / NZ Herald
Watch: Aerial footage shows scale of Auckland supermarket blaze
View of the Victoria Park supermarket fire from the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter.
Fire at New World supermarket in Auckland’s Victoria Park
Customers have been evacuated from New World at Auckland CBD’s Victoria Park after a fire.
Kaibosh gets a clean-energy boost in the fight against food waste
Kaibosh gets a clean-energy boost in the fight against food waste
Labour MPs apologise for swearing at acting PM David Seymour
Regulation Minister David Seymour responds after Labour MP Deborah Russell apologised for swearing at him to kick off a tetchy select committee. Video / Mark Mitchell
Herald NOW: 2degrees business 17 June 2025
Gentrack turnaround lands power biller in NZX20. Video / Herald NOW
Matariki weekend: The top 10 most searched destinations
Trip Notes podcast Host Lorna Riley tells Ryan where the best places to be are this Matariki, and the rise of dark sky destinations. Video / Herald NOW
Pre-schooler survives blind cord hanging: Mum's warning to other parents
A horrified mother of a 4-year-old boy who nearly died after accidentally strangling himself on a blind cord has warned other parents of the dangers. Video / Herald NOW
2degrees CEO talks to Ryan Bridge about the Shaping Business Study
2degrees CEO Mark Callander speaks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the company's Shaping Business Study Video / Herald NOW
NZ's most successful male winter Olympian on decision not to return
Free ski halfpipe gold medallist Nico Porteous talks to Ryan Bridge about his decision not to defend his Olympic title.
An Iranian perspective on the Israel conflict
As conflict between Israel and Iran erupts into constant exchange of fire, we seek an Iranian perspective on the conflict. Video / Herald NOW
Carmel Sepuloni talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about sick leave changes
Labour's Deputy Leader Carmel Sepuloni talks to Herald NOW about changes to sick leave, school attendance and US travel ban for some Pacific countries.
New vape laws come into effect today
With the new vape laws coming into effect today, Ryan Bridge speaks to Hāpai Te Hauora, Public Māori Health group CEO, Jacqui Harema. Video / Herald NOW
Acting Prime Minister David Seymour talks to Ryan Bridge's Herald NOW
David Seymour on penalties for re-offenders, school attendance and what he thought about Jacinda Ardern's new book. Video / Herald NOW
Military escalation between Iran and Israel continues
Missile strikes have continued between Israel and Iran as the conflict enters the fourth day. Video / Herald NOW