‘That’s disgraceful and unacceptable.’

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Push for teachers to use AI and firefighters go on strike

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Push for teachers to use AI and firefighters go on strike

Herald NOW Weather: October 17, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: October 17, 2025

From landslides to MMP: How Jim Bolger left his mark on NZ politics

Newstalk ZB Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper is with us to take us behind the scenes of Bolger’s government, and what his legacy will be.

Cirque Bon Bon foot archer and contortionist brings Guinness World record act to ToiToi

Fun fact: the woman who holds the world record for the longest foot-archery bullseye is also a mother to a toddler. Video / Rafaella Melo / Cirque Bon Bon

MPs pay tribute to Jim Bolger in Parliament

MPs paid tribute to former Prime Minister Jim Bolger in Parliament. Video / Parliament TV

PM Christopher Luxon pays tribute to Jim Bolger

NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon pays tribute to Jim Bolger. Video / Mark Mitchell

Ngāti Toa to regain Whitireia land after historical confiscation

The iwi will regain ownership of 53 hectares of the headland from RNZ. Video / Mike Scott

NZ Herald Live: MPs pay tribute to Jim Bolger

Politicians honour former PM Jim Bolger in the House.

Police investigate West Auckland bar robbery

Police are investigating after a worker was hospitalised following a violent bar robbery in Glen Eden. Video / NZ Herald

Bridleways Estate selling fast amidst Cambridge boom

In a market shaking off uncertainties, Bridleways Estate is proving a strong pull for buyers eyeing a smarter, more sustainable slice of Kiwi life.

Rising construction costs in the September quarter

Chief Economist Kelvin Davidson talks to Ryan Bridges about rising construction costs in the September quarter and what it means for the market.

This Week in Veges: Glen’s picks for fresh produce

What’s in season and what’s on special - Glen Forsyth brings the latest vege news.

Award-winning author Trent Dalton on love, loss and storytelling

Award-winning author speaks about Trent Dalton on love, loss and storytelling in his upcoming play.

Gloriavale investigation ends with police warnings on child suffocation claims

Liz Gregory from the Leavers’ Trust reacts to police response over suffocation claims.

Today’s Panel: Tackling the Big Issues with Dave and Chelsea

The Herald Now panel unpacks the day’s headlines with sharp takes and hot topics. Video / Herald NOW

Historic Cardrona Hotel sold to kiwi investors

Cardrona Hotel publican Warren Barclay speaks to Ryan Bridge about the sale of the historic hotel. Video / Herald NOW

Talley's VS TVNZ: Defamation case draws to a close

Journalism lecturer Greg Treadwell talks to Ryan Bridge about the significance of the case.

Who are they? The two Chinese banks with the lowest home loan rates

Finance expert Claire Matthews breaks down the banks with the lowest home loan rates.

Dame Jenny Shipley remembers Jim Bolger

Former PM Jenny Shipley speaks to Herald NOW about Jim Bolger and his. Video / Herald NOW

NZ’s AA+ credit rating solid, FMA scolds Finbase, solar powered hospitals possible

Business with 2degrees: S&P’s stable outlook for NZ, ‘serious breaches’ warning for Finbase wholesale offers, new Health NZ power purchase agreement.

Simeon Brown on escalating industrial action by senior doctors

Health Minister Simeon Brown responds to escalating industrial action by senior doctors.

New Police Association President says he's in favour of arming police

New police association president, Steve Watt reveals on Herald NOW he believes police should be armed.

Screening Boost: Age cap raised to 74 for free mammograms

Up to 130,000 more women will now qualify for biennial breast cancer checks, Breast Cancer Foundation Chair Justine Smith tells Herald NOW.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Jim Bolger has died and airlines and airports fight over airfares

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Jim Bolger has died and airlines and airports fight over airfares

Jim Bolger’s final bow: A legacy of leadership

Former PM John Key speaks to Herald NOW about the legacy of his predecessor and mentor, Jim Bolger.

Herald NOW Weather: October 16, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: October 16, 2025

'This is suffocation': Mass allegation investigation at Gloriavale revealed

Police and OT interviewed 100 Gloriavale parents and children about the technique.

Kea Kids News: You won’t believe how many sirens they put on one bike!

Reporter Jude is at the Auckland Siren Bike Comp where no stack limit and amazing prizes have kids pulling off incredible feats of sound engineering.

Inside Gloriavale’s latest investigation into child discipline practice

NZ Herald senior investigative reporter, Michael Morrah, has been digging into this, and joins us today on The Front Page.

The Elephant | 'We need to stop hitting kids in the head': The call to ban youth contact sport

A growing international movement is calling for New Zealand to ban children under 14 from playing contact sports, amid mounting evidence of long-term brain damage.

Truck collides with freight train near Waikanae Railway Station

A truck driver has escaped uninjured after a collision with a freight train near Waikanae Railway Station. Video / YouTube

Watch: Outgoing police union boss warns of mental health crisis building amongst officers

Outgoing Police Association president Chris Cahill says funding needs to be put towards helping officers with the mental distress they suffer from the job. Video / Mark Mitchell

Jim Bolger dies, aged 90

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jim Bolger has died, aged 90. Video / NZ Herald

Body found floating in Te Atatū Peninsula inlet

Body found floating in Te Atatū Peninsula inlet, West Auckland.

Entertainment: The Inbetweeners revival; the Spring fashion festival and why black activewear is out

Chief Lifestyle and Entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer brings the week’s biggest entertainment stories.

Northland Local Body Elections wrap

Local Democracy Reporter, Susan Botting reports on the issues shaping Northland’s local elections.

From the mine to the screen: Honouring Pike River

The voices behind a new project on Pike River speak on memory, justice, and community.

Public executions after Trump leaves Hamas in control of Gaza

Hamas has carried out public executions of non-Hamas-aligned family-based armed groups.

Resene factory workers strike for living wage

About 45 Resene factory workers walked off the job this morning to strike after what they called an "insulting" pay offer. Video \ Melissa Nightingale

New Report: What's the value of a finanical adviser

Forsyth Barr Senior Investment Adviser Brad Gordon speaks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW