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G.J Gardner's Matt Lelean speaks to Herald NOW about new regulations that make it simpler to add a granny flat to your property.

Lotto rolls over to $55 million

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Survivor advocate Claire Buckley on how one woman’s case exposes systemic failings in the police response to sexual misconduct. Video / Herald NOW

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'Devious liar': Sir Brian Roche on the McSkimming scandal

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Herald investigative reporter Jared Savage on the extraordinary fight to publish the McSkimming story - and the systems that tried to bury it.

Herald NOW Weather: November 13, 2025

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NZ Herald Morning News Update | Police still prosecuting woman and Trump in new Epstein documents

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MPs back cross-party action after IPCA exposes police investigation failures

Police Minister pledges new oversight after Jevon McSkimming findings. Video / Parliament TV

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NZ Herald Live: Question time

MetService Severe Weather Update: Monday 12 November

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How the McSkimming allegations unfolded inside police leadership.

How can AI work for NZ’s small businesses?

Silicon Valley exec Clara Shih on how NZs SMEs may be the right size to get the most from AI applications.

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One Young Mind: B416's new podcast unpacks growing up online

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Rawdon Christie and Dileepa Fonseka on the Herald NOW panel

Rawdon Christie and Dileepa Fonseka join Ryan Bridge on the Herald NOW panel. Video / Herald NOW

Creatine craze sweeps NZ gyms - but is it safe?

AUT’s Professor Grant Schofield separates fact from hype in the nation’s latest supplement obsession. Video / Herald NOW

First-home buyers capture record share of NZ housing market

Cotality’s Kelvin Davidson explains why cheaper mortgages and easing LVRs are giving new buyers an edge.

Hunt for the Wainoni shooter

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AI bubble burst fears signal return to value investing

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Nicole McKee explains new gun laws

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NZ Herald Sport News Update | Two All Blacks return home and Kingman claims Trotting Cup

NZ Herald Sport News Update | The All Blacks have farewelled two further players from camp and Australian-bred Kingman claims the New Zealand Trotting Cup.

Government moves to tighten oversight of NZ Police

Police Minister Mark Mitchell on restoring accountability and confidence in the wake of the scathing IPCA’s findings.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Major failings by senior police and road congestion charges

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Report reveals major failings by senior police and law lays out framework for councils to charge drivers at peak times.

NZ Police Commissioner responds to McSkimming fallout

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers fronts up after the McSkimming report exposes major failings in Police oversight.