Watch: Wild weather washes over Auckland

Kiwi celebrity chef Ben Bayly joins Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking in the studio

Renowned NZ chef Ben Bayly talks about his exciting new venture in Wellington and the latest season of A NZ Food Story with Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking.

The Herald NOW panel with Deborah Pead and Mark Crysell

Deborah Pead from Pead PR and TV presenter Mark Crysell join Garth Bray in the studio. Video / Herald NOW

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks on the $7.5 billion Amazon investment in New Zealand

Christopher Luxon speaks on the $7.5 billion Amazon investment in New Zealand

Seasonal fruit and vegetables best buys

Glenn Forsyth on seasonal fruit and vegetables best buys.

Chinese government mandates AI education - Tech Talk with Noel Leeming

Garth Bray talks tech with Business of Tech Podcast Host Peter Griffin and Noel Leeming. Video / Herald NOW

Luxon announces $7.5 billion Amazon investment in NZ

PM Christopher Luxon has announced Amazon Web Services, which specialises in cloud storage and data centres, is setting up here in the country and will invest $7.5 billion.

36,000 nurses on strike today, over 'battle for patient safety'

Nathan Clark, Hutt Valley nurse and NZNO delegate, speaks with Garth Bray on Herald NOW about the day's planned action and what has led to this point.

Centrix data: Construction in Doldrums, Talleys buys Miraka baby milk processor

Business with 2Degrees: BusinessDesk editor Victoria Young speaks to Garth Bray on Herald NOW.

Act MP criticises Western Bay of Plenty District Council Māori ward posts

Act MP Cameron Luxton claims the Western Bay of Plenty District Council is campaigning on social media to keep its Māori ward. Video / Herald NOW

Chris Hipkins on foreign investors buying houses and Tāmaki Makaurau byelection

Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins talks to Garth Bray on Herald NOW about the government's decision to allow wealthy investors to buy a house in New Zealand.

New Zealand's productivity is going backwards': Do we need to adopt a wartime mindset?

New Zealand’s productivity is going backwards, Infrastructure NZ Chief Executive Nick Leggett talks to Garth Bray about how it’s time to adopt a wartime mindset.

Coroner: Agencies 'failed to protect' baby boy who was murdered by meth-addicted dad

CJ White was just 10-months-old when he was murdered by his meth-addicted father — a tragedy a Coroner says could have been prevented.

Herald NOW Weather: September 2, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 2, 2025.

Investment firm outlines potential pros and cons with foreign investment changes

Icehouse ventures CEO Robbie Paul joins Garth Bray on Herald NOW to discuss the loosening of foreign property buying restrictions and how it might benefit the nation.

Ōtara kids give Mozart a run for his money

Reporter Zelcius is at Due Drop Events Centre, where kids from South Auckland’s Sistema Aotearoa program are taking the stage with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.

MetService National Weather September 2 - 5

MetService National Weather September 2 - 5. Video / MetService

Spain: Barcelona Thousands Send Off Gaza-Bound Volunteers

Thousands of supporters gathered in Barcelona, Spain, waving flags and chanting slogans as they bid farewell to a convoy of activists departing for Gaza.

Ardie Savea to play 100th All Blacks test

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith reflect on Savea’s inspiring journey and his impact on the All Blacks legacy.

Food For Thought: Digital tool helps kids make better food choices

Gamified learning makes healthy eating lessons stick.

Who holds the edge: Rassie Erasmus or Scott Robertson?

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith debate which coach has the upper hand ahead of the big clash.

Countdown to the All Blacks test against South Africa

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith break down the build-up to one of the biggest clashes between the All Blacks and South Africa.

Loafers Lodge trial: CCTV shows accused before fatal fire

A High Court jury viewed CCTV footage of the murder accused in the Loafers Lodge trial.

Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess discuss the Warriors’ efforts in the NRL

The Warriors’ match-winning try denied amid NRL knock-on debate.

All Blacks v Springboks: Scott Robertson, Finlay Christie & Tyrel Lomax media conference

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson with Finlay Christie and Tyrel Lomax speak to media in Auckland ahead of the Springboks Test at Eden Park. Video \ Jason Dorday | NZ Herald

PM announces changes to the foriegn investment scheme

Wealthy foreign investors with an investor residence visa can now purchase homes under a new policy.

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Pharmac extends vaccine access and Jetstar fined

NZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Jetstar fined for misleading customers and Pharmac extends access to meningitis vaccine.

Ikea announcement expected and RBNZ chair steps down

Business with 2degrees - Dileepa Fonseka joins Herald NOW's Garth Bray to discuss an expected Ikea announcement and the RBNZ chair stepping down. Video / Herald NOW

Nuclear power, sex crime and plastic waste on the Herald NOW panel

Corporate Director Rob Campbell and Sarah Sparks from Sparks Consulting join Garth Bray in the studio to discuss the issues of the day. Video / Herald NOW

The man running 617km for Mental Health and the Rolling Meadows lineup announced

Newstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire Sherwood on running for mental health and the Rolling Meadows lineup announcement. Video / Herald NOW

Monday Markets with Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst Aaron Ibbotson

Garth Bray takes a look at the the markets with Forsyth Barr. Video / Herald NOW

Shane Jones on $30m loans for small regional airlines

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones on Herald NOW talking about $30m in loans being given to small regional airlines. Video / Herald NOW

Fire devastates West Auckland Rose Nursery

Van Lier Nurseries Owner Harry Van Lier on the devastating fire that destroyed large parts of West Auckland rose nursery. Video / Herald NOW

PM Christopher Luxon on foreign buyers, crime and fast track legislation

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Herald NOW talking foreign buyers' announcement coming this week, efforts to reduce crime and fast-track legislation. Video / Herald NOW

DoC launches new campaign in an effort to raise funds

Department of Conservation Deputy Director General Sia Aston talks to Garth Bray about the campaign to increase awareness and raise funds. Video / Herald NOW

Black Ferns win and Liam Lawson's tough time on the track

The Herald NOW sports panel on Black Ferns at the Women's Rugby World Cup and Liam Lawson's disappointment on the track.

AI experts sign open letter to government calling for urgent regulations

20 AI experts have signed an open letter to the government calling for better AI regulations. Video / Herald NOW

Black Ferns beat Japan in second game at Rugby World Cup

The Black Ferns have won their second game at the Women’s Rugby World Cup, beating Japan 62-19 in Exeter. Video / Herald NOW

Young homeless people 'being denied emergency accommodation'

Co-Founder of Kick Back, Aaron Hendry, joins Garth Bray on Herald NOW to talk about the falling number of grants for emergency housing. Video/ Herald NOW

Language learning at crisis point, calls for compulsory second language lessons

New report calls for compulsory second language learning for years 7 to 10. Belinda Sydenham, Baradene Colleage Dean of International Students, speaks to Garth Bray on Herald NOW.

Herald NOW Weather: September 1, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: September 1, 2025