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High Speed Crash: One Critical, Three Injured in East Tamaki Collision

Serious Crash Unit is investigating the scene at the intersection of Smales Road and Te Irirangi Drive, East Tamaki following a three vehicle crash. Video / NZ Herald.

Footage shows the aftermath of a bus accident

Emergency services were at the scene after the bus crashed into a traffic light. Video / Supplied

Large pod of dolphins spotted in Wellington's Houghton Bay

A large pod of dolphins was seen in Wellington on Sunday afternoon, delighting onlookers. Video / Bruce Trevarthen

Wellington Pride

More than 100 Wellingtonians marched along the waterfront to mark the 40th anniversary of Wellington Pride, the longest running pride festival in New Zealand.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | US Marines moved to Middle East, Israel strikes kill 800 in Lebanon

NZ Herald Morning News Update | US Marines moved to Middle East, Israel strikes kill 800 in Lebanon, one dead in crash near Whanganui Airport. Video / NZ Herald

Watch: US bombs Iran's Kharg Island

President Donald Trump posted footage on Truth Social stating the US had heavily bombed targets on the island, which handles almost all of Iran's crude exports. Video / AFP

Shane Kereama: Surviving abuse in state care

Shane Kereama was abused in state care. Now 56, he is sharing his story because he wants to help others – especially men struggling with the aftermath of abuse. Video / Joe Allison

Z Manu World Champs Auckland

Z Manu World Champs Auckland: Results, winners and biggest splashes. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Car wreckers fire in Ngongotahā

Firefighters are responding to a fire at a car wreckers in Ngongotahā near Rotorua. Video / Supplied

Love Is Blind's Alex Henderson on his connection New Zealand

Henderson (Ngāruahine) got his tā moko while visiting Auckland. Video / NZ Herald

Wellington's Central Library reopens after $217M upgrade

Thousands of Wellingtonians flocked to the revitalised library, which reopened today after seven years closed for quake strengthening and upgrades. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Iran warfare capabilities 'misjudged', Gulf states hit by strikes

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Iran warfare capabilities 'misjudged', Gulf states hit by strikes, Greyhound racers seek compensation. Video / NZ Herald

Isabella Bolton talking about skiing in Canada

Isabella Bolton talks about skiing in Canada. The video was played at the service for Isabella after her death in an avalanche in Japan in 2024. Video / Jane Broughton

Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson on toddlers being killed by blinds

Scott Simpson has asked MBIE officials to report back to him on what happens overseas. Video / Mark Mitchell

Middle East conflict wrap: 13 March 2026

Iran’s new Supreme Leader makes first statement since taking power, vows vengeance. Video / AFP / Supplied

How to make Wattie’s tomato sauce (1940/ recipe)

Conor Mertens making tomato sauce at home. Video / Conor Mertens

From carless days to EV push: The fuel crunch options on the table

Transport commentator and Greater Auckland director Matt Lowrie is with The Front Page to break down carless days, and what other options there are as petrol continues to rise.

Young man violently kicks Tauranga delivery van in intersection outburst

A witness said the boy was allegedly driving an electric scooter recklessly on the road before the incident. Video / Supplied

MetService severe weather update: March 13, 2026

MetService severe weather update: Heavy rain and thunderstorms forecast.

MetService afternoon weather update: March 13, 2026

MetService afternoon weather update: A wetter end to Friday, drier tomorrow.

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday March 13, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Government weighs up options for addressing volatile oil prices and the Oscars are placed on high alert | Friday March 13, 2026

Inside Auckland’s rough sleeper wake-up call

How the council's compliance wardens balance homeless wake-ups with helping hands. Video / Michael Craig

Hamilton chicken shop targeted by machete-wielding robbers

Two masked men stormed in to Chicken Wicken in Hillcrest, one armed with a machete while the other appeared to take off with the cash register. Video / Supplied

Iran's new supreme leader vows for unrelenting war in first public message

Iran's new supreme leader ordered the vital Strait of Hormuz oil shipping lane to remain closed on March 12, Video / NZ Herald

From celebrity chef to manu contestant: Peter Gordon in the Z Manu World Champs

Internationally acclaimed chef, Peter Gordon is popping a manu at the world champs this weekend. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Media Insider: Crusaders training scuffle leads to restricted media access

Editor-at-large Shayne Currie joins herald NOW with the latest news from within the media industry. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Should we have carless days?| Herald NOW

Parenting expert Jo Robertson and The Elephant co-host Mark Crysell discuss the issues of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Oil supply disruptions yet to hit NZ, but they’re coming, plus Wattie's US owner in trouble

Last tankers bound for Singapore refineries before the Gulf closed have reached port, Red Sea and Oman Gulf terminals open, Kraft Heinz in the red, and it’s not ketchup.

Gloriavale family educated by police over dangers of force-feeding children | Herald NOW

The allegations form part of a wider investigation into concerning parenting practices at the commune. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

'Will the government resurrect Muldoon-era 'car-less days' policy? Nicola Willis responds

Finance Minister Nicola Willis on the options govt is considering to bring fuel prices under control. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

MetService: Storm clearing, fine weekend ahead | Herald NOW

MetService's Heather Keats with your weekend weather outlook, Friday, March 13. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Paul Goldsmith and Willie Jackson debate fuel rations, food prices amid global conflict| Herald NOW

Paul Goldsmith and Willie Jackson debate what's next for New Zealand amid rising global conflict. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Sealord CEO: Fuel crisis may cost millions

Sealord CEO warns things could get bad if fuel prices keep rising. Video / Ryan Bridge, TODAY

Fuel shortage: Should Marsden Point oil refinery have been closed down? | Herald NOW

Channel Infrastructure CEO reveals how New Zealand can secure its oil supply. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Suspect reportedly dead in active shooter incident at Michigan synagogue

The FBI has responded to an active shooter, where smoke could be seen billowing from a Michigan synagogue.

MetService morning weather update: March 13

MetService morning weather update: March 13. Video / MetService

Sport Headlines | Friday, March 13, 2026

Sport Headlines | Ryan Fox withdraws from The Players Championship and Formula One Bahrain, Saudi races in doubt | Friday, March 13, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, March 13, 2026

Morning Headlines | Could standstill in Strait of Hormuz send New Zealand back to the past and benefit numbers hit 12-year high | Friday, March 13, 2026

The DJ and the honey tycoon - their baby and his secret family

DJ Liv Nervo was in a relationship with New Zealand businessman Matt Pringle, unaware he had a family back home and a partner who was pregnant at the same time she was.

Middle East conflict wrap: 12 March 2026

Iran has stepped up strikes on shipping and infrastructure, hitting two foreign oil tankers. Video / AFP, X, NZ Herald