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Donald Trump and Erika Kirk speak at Charlie Kirk's funeral service

Donald Trump and Erika Kirk speak at Charlie Kirk's funeral service in Arizona this morning. Video /

Politics preview: Will NZ recognise Palestine as an independant state?

Foreign Minister Winston Peters is on his way to New York, for what commentators say will be a defining week for the United Nations, Adam Pearse reports. Video / NZ Herald

Lolo Heimuli: From a church storeroom, to training world champions

Lolo Heimuli speaks on Herald NOW about his combat sports legacy, and new documentary. Video / NZ Herald

Herald NOW: Rawdon Christie and Trish Sherson discuss GDP shock and more

Herald NOW: Rawdon Christie and Trish Sherson discuss the recent GDP shock and more on this mornings news panel. Video / NZ Herald

Christopher Luxon reacts to Doctor's strike and state of the economy

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon weighs in on the doctors strike and general state of the economy.

What NZ's shrinking GDP means for markets: Zoe Wallis, Forsyth Barr

Forsyth Barr Investment Strategist, Zoe Wallis weighs in on NZ's shrinking GDP and what it means for the market outlook. Video / Herald NOW

Christchurch's new stadium hits major milestone

Christchurch's new stadium has reached a major milestone, Newstalk ZB South Island news director, Claire Sherwood reports.

Independent report supports Irish Dawn Meats buyout; Trump whacks US big tech with visa fees

Business with 2degrees: Northington report says Dawn Meats buyout of 65% of Alliance would put it in position to pay dividend, and Trump puts $170k price tag on Silicon Valley's

More nations move to recognise Palestine as invasion of Gaza continues

Palestinian-Kiwi activist Mohammed Gouda joins Michael Morrah on Herald NOW to discuss the planned recognition of a Palestinian state. Video / Herald NOW

'It's simply going to keep the lights on, the water running' - $100m hospital upgrades criticised

ASMS Executive Director Sarah Dalton talks to Herald NOW after the Government announced $100m will be spent on hospital upgrades.

Herald NOW Weather: September 22th, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 22th, 2025

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Hospital infrastructure and Palestinian state decision expected

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Patient advocate group calls for focus on bigger projects and the Government is expected to decide whether or not to recognise a Palestinian state.

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Max Verstappen wins Grand Prix and Silver Ferns beat South Africa

NZ Herald Sport News Update | Max Verstappen wins Azerbaijan Grand Prix and the Silver Ferns beat South Africa in opening test.

Brando Peričić’s rocky road to the UFC

Recently signed heavyweight Brando Peričić speaks to the Herald ahead of his UFC debut in Perth. Video / Annaleise Shortland

The Kiwi communities left stranded in the news desert

NZ Herald editor-at-large Shayne Currie joins The Front Page to discuss what the rise of news deserts could mean for New Zealand.

Union movement in good heart says departing union leader Richard Wagstaff

Richard Wagstaff has been president of the Council of Trade Unions for the past 10 years and a union official for 37 years. Video / Mark Mitchell

Kea Kids News: Seven-year-old saving the forest with TikTok

Reporter Manukura is in magical Te Urewera, where Aotearoa’s newest TikTok star Nohorangi and his whanau are going viral with content about living in and loving the ngahere.

In Whose Name - Official Full Trailer (2025) Documentary

A new unauthorized Kanye West documentary has intimately detailed the last six years of the rapper’s turbulent personal and professional life. Video / IGN Movie Trailers

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Strong winds warning in Canterbury, gang gathering in Hawke's Bay

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Red strong winds warning in Canterbury, gang gathering in Hawke's Bay, Kimmel meets with execs amid free speech uproar. Video / NZ Herald

Charlie Kirk vigil held in Auckland

Brian Tamaki held a vigil for Charlie Kirk in Auckland's Aotea Square. Video / NZ Herald

LeBron James admits marriage with wife Savannah isn't 'picture-perfect'

LeBron James says he and wife Savannah are willing to put in the work to keep their marriage on track. Video / VideoElephant

Trump publishes video of strike on alleged drug smugglers' boat

A video posted by US President Donald Trump on his Truth Social platform as part of a message announcing a military strike against drug smugglers shows a vessel blowing up. / AFP

Trump says it's 'illegal' for TV networks to consistently criticize him

Trump says it's 'illegal' for TV networks to consistently criticize him. Video / AFP

Travis Kelce Jokes Wedding Planning Is Easier Than Winning Football Games

Travis Kelce jokes planning a wedding is easier than winning football games. Video / VE

Auckland suburb overrun with speed humps

Henri Labuchagne encounters 22 speed humps on the drive home through Milldale. Video / Annaleise Shortland

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Peters to attend UN conference in New York, heavy rain coming for NZ

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Peters to UN conference in New York, rain warnings issued for NZ. Russia also violates Estonian airspace sparking fears and responses.

Murderer Bronwyn Warwick speaks out

Convicted killer and kidnapper Bronwyn Warwick, 74, once on the run from police, tells the NZ Herald about her past and her search for redemption. Video \ Jason Dorday

Sudden hailstorm lashes Tauranga

A thick layer of hail has coated the streets of Bethlehem, Tauranga, this evening. Video / Supplied

Matt Doocey says better perinatal mental health is coming

Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey speaks to the Herald after perinatal mental healthcare report published, showing gaps in the system. Video / Mark Mitchell

Forensic psychiatrist tells jury Hakyung Lee not eligible for insanity defence

Dr Erik Monasterio told jurors auditory hallucinations this long are rare.

Behind the hoardings: What the Bledisloe House transformation will deliver

Cristian Monreal of consultants RCP on the refurbishment of the old council-owned Bledisloe House. Video / Dean Purcell

MetService Severe Weather Warning: September 19th-21st

MetService Severe Weather Warning: September 19th-21st. Video / MetService

Vote for Lockwood’s best home of 2025

This year’s Lockwood House of the Year finalists demonstrate that bigger isn’t always better.

NZ Herald Live: PM Christopher Luxon speaks to media

PM Christopher Luxon speaks to the media

Herald NOW's Panel: Economic slow down, Jimmy Kimmel & Briscoes

Jo Robertson Parenting Specialist and Sam Stubbs Simplicity NZ co-founder on todays hot topics.

Fed Farmers calls nitrate 'emergency' a "shameless stunt"

Fed Farmers calls nitrate 'emergency' a "shameless stunt". Video / NZ Herald

Auckland Airport braces for busiest day of the year, Air New Zealand announces opening of new hangar

Auckland Airport braces for its busiest day of the year, and Air New Zealand announces the opening of its new hangar. Video / NZ Herald

Liam Lawson addresses Formula One future in pre race interview

Liam Lawson Formula One driver addresses Formula One future.

Herald NOW: Ryan speaks to Finance Minister Nicola Willis on the GDP results

Herald NOW: Ryan speaks to Finance Minister Nicola Willis on the GDP results. Video / NZ Herald

NZ flag football teams chase Olympic dream with LA 2028 in sight

NZ flag football teams chase Olympic dream with LA 2028 in sight. Video / NZ Herald