NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026

ASB Classic men's final preview

NZ Herald tennis writer Michael Burgess looks ahead to the men's decider between third seed Jakub Mensik and seventh seed Sebastian Baez. Video / NZ Herald

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026

NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, January 17, 2026. US and European tensions rise as Trump threatens tariffs on opposition. Soundspalsh kicks off in Raglan this weekend.

Peter Burling reflects on finger injury as new SailGP season begins in Perth

Peter Burling speaks with NZME’s Christopher Reive in Perth as SailGP gears up for its sixth season.

The real story behind Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel frescoes

Vatican expert Christopher Longhurst goes behind the scenes of a new exhibition in Wellington. Video / Supplied

A date with Country Calendar

NZ's longest-running show this year celebrates its 60th birthday - it invited the Herald behind the cameras for a day on the farm. Video / Annaleise Shortland / TVNZ

Far North police pitch roles to waitlisted recruits

Police say Canterbury is so full they are not taking any new recruits.

Racing Bulls' 2026 Formula One car revealed

Kiwi Liam Lawson will drive the VCARB03 during this year's campaign. Video / Red Bull

Heavy rain causes flooding in Flaxmere

Heavy rain caused surface flooding in Flaxmere, with 20mm falling in one hour. Video / Regan Munro

Sir Tim Shadbolt's partner takes aim in funeral speech

Asha Dutt accuses council of contributing to Sir Tim Shadbolt's ill health.

Why the RMA is being scrapped (again) and what it means for your backyard

Herald political editor, Thomas Coughlan, is with us to break it down.

Watch: Three rescued from ocean near Tolaga Bay

A Royal New Zealand Air Force P-8A Poseidon spotted the trio, who had spent hours clinging to a lifejacket on Wednesday.

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, January 16, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | MetService lifts severe thunderstorm warnings and protests follow ICE shootings | Friday, January 16, 2026

Emergency services attend unfolding Auckland incident

Multiple police and ambulances were seen racing through central Auckland suburbs before 12pm. Video / Michael Craig, Supplied

Three in custody after early-morning electronics store raid

Security footage captured the heist.

NZ Herald Live: Sir Tim Shadbolt’s Invercargill funeral

Sir Tim Shadbolt’s Invercargill funeral

Explosion in Dutch city of Utrecht

People could be seen rushing down a street with shattered windows and other damage visible. Video / AFP

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, January 16, 2026

Morning Headlines | Severe weather warnings for the North Island and Scott Robertson's All Blacks departure | Friday, January 16, 2026

Partygoers left with life-altering injuries in late-night Auckland train attack

The victims say up to 35 teens swarmed them on the train and platform.

Watch: Tornado sweeps across Ōtorohanga field

A tornado downed trees and knocked out power in the Waikato village of Maihihi. Video / Luke Care

Huge queues as EB Games' closing down sale sparks rush for final deals

Kiwis lined up around the country as the closing-down sale got underway. Video / Brady Dyer

Watch: Mini tornado strikes Orewa in North Auckland

Orewa residents were left stunned when a mini tornado struck their Auckland suburb. Video / Kirsty Smee and Anna Stephenson

Scott Robertson is gone, so who will save the All Blacks?

NZ Herald sports reporter Alex Powell breaks down the shock exit of Scott Robertson, as well as looking ahead in the year of sport.

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 15, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Speculation about US action in Iran and talks about the future of Greenland | Wednesday, January 15, 2026

NZ Herald Live: NZ Herald Live: All Blacks to seek new head coach as Scott Robertson departs

Scott Robertson has departed his role as head coach of the All Blacks following the completion of NZR’s 2025 end-of-season review.

MetService Severe Weather Update: 15 - 16 January

MetService Severe Weather Update: 15 - 16 January. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 15, 2026

Morning Headlines | Waitārere Beach shooting, rising tension between Iran and the US and at least 32 killed in train accident in Thailand | Wednesday, January 15, 2026

Blair Tuke on Black Foils changes for SailGP season six

Black Foils wing trimmer and co-CEO Blair Tuke talks about the changes in the coaching team ahead of SailGP's first event in Perth.

Coca-Cola's Matthias Blume shares excitement for alcoholic RTD launch

Coca-Cola's VP and GM of aRTD for ASEAN & South Pacific, Matthias Blume, gives more insight into the global brand's decision to enter the alcohol market.

MetService Severe Weather Update: January 15

MetService Severe Weather Update: January 15. Video / MetService

Large fire breaks out at Dunedin Scout hall

Nearby residents have been warned to stay inside due to the smoke. Video / Ben Tomsett

Hosking, Bridge, O’Brien, Campbell: Who will win the battle for breakfast?

Media Insider Shayne Currie joins The Front Page to share his predictions for NZ media in 2026.

Kerre meets Paul and Brenda

Paul vowed he would always take care of his mum. Then came the turning point.

Inside Ed Sheeran's massive NZ stage setup

From NZ's largest screen build to crystal clear sound, Ed Sheeran's technical team discuss why his Loop Tour is one of the most impressive yet.

ASB Classic: Top seed Ben Shelton makes confident start

Top seed Ben Shelton makes confident start to his Auckland campaign.

Police at Waitārere Beach property after fatal shooting

A property on Waitārere Beach Rd cordoned off on January 14, 2026, after a shooting in which one person died and three others were left critical. Video: Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Morning Headlines | Trump risks inflaming Iran matters and the Electricity Authority's new power plan | Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Penrose businesses dismayed early road closures for Ed Sheeran concert

Retail operators along Station Rd in Penrose say they’re being shut out during peak trading hours due to road closures for the Go Media Stadium event. Video / Corey Fleming

Election 2026: Economy, health set to dominate the Beehive this year

We dive into where each party stands, what they’ve announced thus far, and what the election campaign could bring us with Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths.

Watch: Rubbish fire on Auckland's SH20 motorway

Video from an office window shows a rubbish fire near Lambie Drive on Auckland's SH20. Video / Rini Criz

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Afternoon Headlines | Police find bodies in Waikato River and renewed concerns grow over graduate jobs | Tuesday, January 13, 2026