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Paul Goldsmith speaks to media about a new citizens' arrest initiative

Minister for Justice Paul Goldsmith spoke to media about a new initiative that plans to ease laws around citizens’ arrests. Video / Dean Purcell

Bungling burglar busted after dropping into supermarket

A hapless thief's awkward efforts to gain entry to a supermarket were captured on CCTV.

Winston Peters discusses Chinas live firing exercises

Winston Peters called China's lack of notice before a naval live-fire exercise in the Tasman Sea a “failure” in the NZ-China relationship.

Galway St cordoned off after large brawl

Detectives are at the scene following a large fight among a group of men on Galway St in Auckland CBD, which resulted in one male suffering serious injuries.

New Zealand's new deal with Vietnam and citizen arrest laws to be eased | NZ Herald News Update

New Zealand's new deal with Vietnam, citizen arrest laws to be eased and international tourist spending on the rise.

Kea Kids News: Kid actor takes us to work at his guest starring role on Shortland Street

Reporter Anaya is behind the scenes of the smash Kiwi tv hit Shortland Street, where 7-year-old Finlay Grey is getting his hair done and lines down before he heads to set.

Liz Mitchell: where's there's wool, there's a way

Sustainable, regenerative and good for the economy – fashion designer Liz Mitchell talks about why we should be buying and using more wool. Video / Dean Purcell

Civil Aviation Authority review into workplace culture reveals bullying, leadership issues

The CAA hired a consultant to review culture after an investigation by the Herald. Video / Cameron Pitney, Ben Dickens

NZ Herald Live: David Seymour makes announcement on charter schools

Associate Minister of Education David Seymour announced today that round two of the charter school application process is open.

Council and AT respond to mayor's concerns about roadworks

Council and AT say the roadworks are for a temporary cycleway and bus stop outside SkyCity. Video / Michael Craig

Legendary singer Roberta Flack dies at 88

Roberta Flack, the legendary singer known for her heartfelt ballads, has died at 88.

Watch Live : Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking

Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking in the studio

Lake Rotokākahi protest as Tarawera sewerage project restarts

Arrests have been made as work on a controversial pipeline resumed at a tapu Rotorua lake overnight. Video / Protect Rotokakahi

Pope Francis battle and “Outdated laws need to be looked at” | NZ Herald News Update

C: Pope Francis battles illness, childcare centres attendance rises and “outdated laws need to be looked at”.

Kea Kids News: Trolley fever sweeps Auckland as gumboots, cavemen, and moa race for glory

Auckland’s epic Trolley Grand Prix is back after 10 years! Reporter St. John gets the inside scoop from the wackiest pit crews as they prepare to blaze the track.

First look inside Auckland Temple

The new Latter-day Saints (Mormon) temple is opening to public tours for the first time. Video / John Weekes, Supplied

NZ Herald Live: PM Luxon to be questioned on Bayly staff incident, makes policing announcement

Christopher Luxon, Police Minister Mark Mitchell, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith, and Police Commissioner Richard Chambers speak to the media

NZ Herald Live: National MP Andrew Bayly resigning

PM accepts Andrew Bayly’s resignation as a Minister following an incident involving a staff member last week.