Scott Morrison has been criticised for suggesting the deadly bushfires in Australia are happening in the backdrop of Test cricket. Video / SKY News
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Israel continues it's attack on Gaza. The NZ Fire department issues a warning as house fires increase in numbers. The Polar Plunge is taking place today in Wellington.
Call to use drones to tackle illegal dirt biking issue
Rotorua resident Ryan Gray believes police with drones could be part of the solution to Rotorua's issue with illegal dirt bike activity. Video / Ryan Gray
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Warriors chief executive Cameron George on the club's remarkable growth over the last three seasons. Video / NZ Warriors
Whangārei carparking proposal
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Video of Cambodian residents fleeing border area as clashes with Thailand intensify. Video / AFP
Charlie Pome'e pays tribute to friend and island reggae legend George 'Fiji' Veikoso
Kiwi reggae artist Charlie Pome'e pays tribute to friend and island reggae legend George 'Fiji' Veikoso. Video / Flava
Ghislaine Maxwell grilled and voting restrictions | NZ Herald News Update: July 25, 2025
Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell grilled by top US official and Paul Goldsmith plans new voting restrictions. Video / NZ Herald
The top 10 best comedy series of all time as chosen by the Herald Entertainment team
Herald Entertainment reporters Mitchell Hageman and Jenni Mortimer discuss the comedy series to put on your must-watch list.
What we know about the death that's shocked a quiet neighbourhood
South Island Breaking News reporter talks to Herald NOW about the death in a quiet Christchurch neighbourhood. Video / Herald NOW
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has died aged 71
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Herald NOW sports panel on the Black Caps' win and Liam Lawson's hopes in Belgium
ZB sports journalist Ben Plummer and Herald sports journalist Alex Powell join Michael Morrah in the studio.
Everything you need to know about severe weather on the way
Metservice Head of Weather Heather Keats talks to Herald NOW about the severe weather about to hit NZ. Video / Herald NOW
'This is what's called gerrymandering' - reaction to Government's electoral law overhaul
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson debate the electoral law changes on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
First details - who could benefit from Golden Visa scheme?
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray. Video / Herald NOW
'People should be alarmed' - Cannabinoids seem to be interrupting cancer immunotherapy drugs
A call for caution following research which suggests inhaling cannabinoids during cancer immunotherapy may be detrimental to treatment. Video / Herald NOW
Paul Goldsmith and Willie Jackson on the political panel
National's Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson on Herald NOW's political panel. Video / Herald NOW
Dealers selling hard drugs on Facebook Marketplace
Public Health Researcher Dr Robin van der Sanden on dealers advertising drug sales on Facebook Marketplace. Video / Herald NOW
Steven Alker takes the lead and Black Caps beat Zimbabwe | NZ Herald Sports Update: July 25, 2025
Kiwi golfer Steven Alker takes the lead at the senior British Open and the Black Caps beat Zimbabwe to wrap up group play in their T20 Tri-series in Harare.
Markets with Madison: Drone Tech
PrimerAI founder Sean Gourley set up the Pentagon’s Project Maven. Now, he’s investing in the next wartime technology frontier - drones.
Passport redesign and Hulk Hogan dead at 71 | NZ Herald News Update: July 25, 2025
Government plans to redesign the New Zealand passport to put English before te reo, and professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has died aged 71. Video / NZ Herald
Drug dealers openly advertise the sale of class A drugs on Facebook Marketplace
Meta has been criticised over delayed action.
Why schools are moving away from NCEA and is there anything better?
Dr Nina Hood from the Education Hub is with us to discuss the future of high schooling in NZ.
Frank: PE’A Ancestral Markings - On a Journey with Poasa Alaifea
“I can’t imagine the feeling of being able to speak the words of your ancestors, and then being able to bear the marks of them as well.”
The Government is making a “significant, but necessary change” to New Zealand’s electoral laws
Among the changes being proposed is stopping same-day enrolment for a general election. Video / Mark Mitchell
Groom’s expletive statement at wedding divides online opinion
The snippet of the couple's ceremony uploaded to TikTok. Video / TikTok/antoniahachem
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Faith Ward affirms her Kiwi identity
Talking to ZM’s Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley, new Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Faith Ward spoke of her pride in being a Welly girl.
Man charged with murder after death of woman
A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in Christchurch last night.
Hire your car, skip the queue and drive away
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Who did it? 65 calves stolen from Dannevirke farm
Dannevirke Police Sergeant Gary McKernon on the investigation into the theft of 65 calves from a Dannevirke farm.
'We need to be thinking about moving' - call to shift towns ahead of climate change impact
Environmental Defence Society Policy Director Raewyn Peart talks to Ryan Bridge about the urgent need to resettle towns to reduce climate change impact.
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Engineer Michelle Dickinson talks to Herald NOW after a lithium battery on board a Virgin Australia flight caught fire.
RSA announces programme to refocus on New Zealand's veterans
RNZRSA board chair Lieutenant General Rhys Jones on the RSA's refocus on its core purpose on behalf of veterans and their whānau.
Japan-US trade deal and 90 days until Sky City gets NZICC keys
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.
Watch: First look at behind the scenes Auckland FC documentary series
Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker talks to Ryan Bridge as Auckland FC documentary series on the club's first season is released.
A ‘plan to make a plan’: Nelson Hospital staff push back on Health NZ report
Nelson Hospital review highlights significant staff shortages and infrastructure challenges.
How do NZ housing prices compare to those across the ditch?
Ray White chief economist Nerida Conisbee tells Ryan Bridge what Kiwis heading to Oz can expect from the housing and rental market.