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Govt announcement at Manuka Doctor Tennis Arena

PM Christopher Luxon and Tourism Minister Louise Upston are expected to make a significant announcement, possibly about improvements to the Manuka Doctor Arena.

The "F*** OFF" email, self driving Teslas and junk food restrictions?

Panel discussion with Jo Robertson, Parenting specialist and economist Rob Campbell with Ryan Bridge Herald NOW.

Mayor tell lobby group to "F*** OFF"

Sam Warren from Auckland Ratepayers’ Alliance with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Test driving Tesla's self-driving car

Damien O'Carroll, Driven reporter reports on a TESLA self-drive experience.

TVNZ closer to a sale? Sky TV's changes to Israel Dagg promo; Top ad exec resigns

Media Insider columnist Shayne Currie joins Herald NOW host Ryan Bridge.

MetService weekend weather forecast

Mmathapelo Makgabutlane MetService Meteorological on this weekend's weather forecast.

Dargaville Racecourse sells for less than a third of government valuation

A century of Northland horse racing ends as the Dargaville Racecourse is sold for less than a third of its government valuation, reports Susan Botting.

Elon Musk net worth tops US$500B, NZX seen better days, Govt on market for new energy projects

Garth Bray from BusinessDesk joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Manchester synagogue attack: London reporter provides the latest

London correspondent Kethaki Masilamani gives the latest on the Manchester synagogue attack.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Manchester synagogue attack & Bucklands Beach house fire

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Manchester synagogue attack - Two killed, four injured in ‘terrorist attack’ & Bucklands Beach house fire.

MetService Weather: October 3, 2025

MetService Weather: October 3, 2025.

NZ Herald Sports Update: October 3, 2025

NZ Herald Sports Update: October 3, 2025.

Surging violence, record numbers: What’s driving the prison system 'crisis'

NZ Herald senior reporter, Derek Cheng, talks to The Front Page to dive into the numbers.

Sky TV changes Israel Dagg betting segment

Sky TV has introduced clear new protocols to differentiate TAB advertising from editorial content following a complaint to the advertising watchdog. Video / Sky Sport

All Blacks spring selection surprises for Wallabies rematch

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith discuss the All Blacks big selection talking points in Perth.

MetService Weather: October 3, 2025

MetService Weather: October 3, 2025. Video / MetService

Resene Dab Hand: Tip #21 divide before you dip

Resene paint tips

Ngāti Whakaue housing partnership announcement in Rotorua

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at announcement for next stage of Rotorua Manawa Gardens Rental Housing Development Video \ Annabel Reid

Whangārei Tesla owner Lindsay Faithfull tries out the full self-drive feature

FSD was enabled for Kiwi Tesla drivers - or at least those willing to pay a $159/month sub - on September 18. Video / Fiona Bycroft

Israeli forces intercept Gaza aid flotilla: Greta Thunberg detained

Released video shows Greta Thunberg being detained after Israeli forces intercepted her Gaza-bound aid flotilla.

Scientist and conservationist Dr Jane Goodall has died, aged 91

Dr Jane Goodall was considered the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees. Video / AFP, Getty Images

Warehouse cutting losses on flat sales; Bremworth takeover bid

Business with 2degrees: The Warehouse Group records a $2.8m loss as it sharpens margins; plus Godfrey Hirst & Floorscape owner Mohawk in takeover bid for Bremworth.

Welcome uptick in property values after five months on the decline, latest data shows

Oneroof's Owen Vaughan talks through the latest Cotality house price data with Herald NOW.

Measles Outbreak: Should we be concerned?

All you need to know about this measles outbreak with Professor Helen Petousis-Harris.

Power prices challenging communities, secret mayoral desk documents and the new Pharmac boss

Herald NOW panel with former Labour Minister Paula Bennett and Dave Letele join Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW

T20 and White Ferns update, AB team naming for Bledisloe Cup

Sport panel with Winston Aldworth, NZH Head of Sport and Chris Reive, NZH Sports Journalist with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Splitting up gentailers risks increased cost to consumers, energy report finds

Meridian's Mike Roan joins Herald NOW following announcement on Frontier energy sector report. Video / Herald NOW

Fire guts East Auckland home

Bucklands Beach residents were jolted awake as a fire gutted an East Auckland home.

Anaru Moana murder trial: Defence challenges gun evidence

Defence lawyers for four accused argue the Crown can’t prove a gun taken to a planned attack was used to kill him, reports Jazlyn Whales. Video / Herald NOW

From free to fees: Visitors face new parking charges at DOC sites

DOC’s Catherine Wilson explains the new parking fee model and what it means for both locals and tourists. Video / Herald NOW

US senators fail to pass spending bills, government shuts down

University of Iowa Political Science Professor Tim Hagle joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to discuss the US government shutdown. Video / Herald NOW

NZ Median property values, ACC set to make $10M from KFC and Pizza Hut

Garth Bray from BusinessDesk joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW

Inside Wellington’s secret mayoral desk documents accidentally sold at dump

Confidential Wellington City Council papers found in a mayoral desk sold at a dump, later revealed after ending up in a buyer’s hands.

28 new fire trucks can't carry rescue gear

NZPFU’s Martin Campbell talks to Herald NOW about how millions were spent on trucks that can’t carry all the life-saving gear

Renowned primatologist Jane Goodall dies at 91

The Jane Goodall Institute confirms its founder passed away in California while on tour. Her discoveries revolutionised science and her advocacy inspired the world.

Herald NOW Weather: October 2, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: October 2, 2025. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Energy reform faces criticism and Nigel Latta hailed an inspiration

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Energy reform faces criticism, Trump warns of layoffs and prison assaults rise.

Energy Minister responds to reforms criticism

Energy Minister Simon Watts joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW following his major energy reform announcement. Video / Herald NOW

Trump claims Gaza ceasefire deal within reach, but could it be deja vu?

Australian National University Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies senior lecturer Dr Anas Iqtait is with The Front Page to discuss the latest in the plan for peace.

Kea Kids News: Spring has sprung and talent blooms at the Kōanga Festival

Reporter Anya is at Te Pou Theatre, where Whānau Day for the Kōanga Festival has performers, family activities, and amazing kai to celebrate the arrival of Spring.