UK Prime Minister Theresa May resigns after Brexit failure

Energy Minister Simon Watts hits out at ‘bumper sticker’ policy ideas

The Government has rejected major recommendations to restructure the market. Video / Mark Mitchell

Does Government believe energy announcement is bold action?

Ministers unveiled a package of changes to ensure security and supply of energy. Video / Mark Mitchell

Nigel Latta dead at age 58 following cancer battle

Broadcaster and popular psychologist Nigel Latta has died after a battle with stomach cancer. He was aged 58.

Govt to Genesis, Mercury, and Meridian - bring us your plans, we will invest.

Garth Bray from BusinessDesk joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman split and new Traitors NZ host announced

Jenni Mortimer talks the latest entertainment headlines on Herald NOW

Government energy announcement

Labour Energy Spokesperson, Megan Woods on the Government energy announcement with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW

What you need to know about breast cancer

Debra Leutenegger is the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ's community breast health educator. Video / Cameron Pitney

Expert weighs in on energy announcement

Margaret Cooney Chief Customer Officer, Octopus Energy joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

6.9 earthquake in Philippines

Church bell tower falls down as Philippines hit by earthquake. Video \ AFP

Wednesday's political panel talks energy sector reform and Trump's peace plan

ACT Minister David Seymour and Green MP Ricardo Menéndez March join Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW

NZ Herald Live: Government's Energy announcement

Energy and Resources Minister Simon Watts makes an Energy announcement in Wellington. Video / NZ Herald

Trump threatens tariffs on foreign films

NZ Trade Minister Todd McClay joins Ryan Bridge as more tariffs come from the US. Video / Herald NOW

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump says ‘waiting on Hamas’ and credit ban could raise surcharges

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump says ‘waiting on Hamas’, two more measles cases in Northland and credit ban may raise surcharges

What the business sector wants from Energy sector review

The EMA's Alan McDonald joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW and sets out his wishlist for the Government's energy sector review. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW Weather: October 1, 2025

Herald NOW Weather: October 1, 2025. Video / MetService

Blind New Zealanders left struggling every day

Blind Low Vision NZ community and inclusion GM Dan Shepherd is with us to speak about his own lived experience, and how we might be able to help.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon talks about leadership and managing the coalition

Christopher Luxon said National got everything it wanted from coalition talks except for two things. Video / Mark Mitchell

'We want to get her back': Mother of missing woman shares fresh detail

Te Anihana Beau Pomana withdrew cash and spent time in SkyCity basement prior to going missing on August 21. Video / Corey Fleming

Kea Kids News: The small town class saving snail mail

Forget Facebook! Reporter Rylee and the students at Clyde Primary School are going old school to connect with people all around the globe, by collecting postcards!

A big brand move: Why Westpac turned to Spark leader for marketing shift

Westpac New Zealand has hired Sarah Williams as chief marketing officer. Williams joins from Spark New Zealand, where she was brand and experience chapter lead.

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco marry

Gomez revealed the news via Instagram, sharing a carousel of images from the big day. Video / Video Elephant

MetService Weather: October 1, 2025

MetService Weather: October 1, 2025. Video / MetService

Talley's defamation trial against TVNZ at Auckland High Court

TVNZ Christchurch correspondent Thomas Mead read his statement at the trial at Auckland High Court today.

0 to 40 knots in 5 seconds: Naut demos new electric propulsion system for boats

The Whangārei firm's chief executive, Fiona Bycroft, on electric vs combustion systems. Video / Michael Craig

Black Ferns arrive home from the Rugby World Cup

After winning their Bronze Final match at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, the Black Ferns have arrived home at Auckland Airport. Video / Jason Dorday

Restaurant Brands New Zealand receives proposal to take over the business

Herald business reporter Tom Raynel breaks down the announcement of a potential takeover of Restaurant Brands New Zealand. Video / NZ Herald

Police searching for driver, passenger after car rams Ōrewa’s Shoreward Gastrobar

Police are searching for suspects after a car rammed Ōrewa Shoreward Gastrobar and a fire was lit.

NZ Herald Live: Police update St Johns bus stop homicide

Police update St Johns bus stop homicide.

Huntly deal for gentailers OK by ComCom

Business with 2degrees: Draft competition watchdog approval for strategic energy reserve Huntly Firming Option, independent retailers want more transparency on hedging.

The Panel discusses all the big stories of the day

Property Editor Anne Gibson and Editorial Director at Are Media, Sarah Henry join Ryan Bridges to discuss the big stories of the day.

From rugby boots to stillettos: Eden Park set to transform into a catwalk for Breast Cancer

Eden Park’s hallowed rugby turf will be transforming into a runway for Fashion on the Field — the first-ever runway show held on the stadium’s playing field, Katie Oliver reports.

Major energy users call for stronger backup as Huntly remains key to supply

As the Government response to a Frontier Economics report on the state of the electricity sector nears, major power users are making a case for more certainty in the system.

Matatā crash: Woman charged with murder after incident in car

A woman has been charged with murder following an incident in a moving vehicle in Matatā, Rotorua Daily Post reporter Kelly Makiha has the latest.

Calls for policy and training as teachers embrace AI tools for grading, lesson plans

Noel Leeming's Sam Gibson speaks to Herald NOW on AI use in the classroom.

Business with 2degrees: RBNZ admits Covid-era OCR too high for too long

BusinessDesk’s Garth Bray speaks to Ryan Bridge about the OCR and record-high health claims.

New World store bans staff water bottles

Employment law specialist Jennifer Mills speaks to Ryan Bridge about the no-water-at-checkout rule.

Trump says Israel will withdraw from Gaza in phases under a deal negotiated with Netanyahu

President Donald Trump said Monday that he had Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's backing for a wide-ranging Gaza peace plan that would bring an immediate ceasefire.

Synlait reports a net loss of $39.82m

Synlait CEO Richard Wyeth speaks to Ryan Bridges about becoming debt free.

Chris Hipkins on his letter from Christopher Luxon

Prime Minister Luxon urges Labour leader Hipkins to back offshore gas exploration for 10 years, seeking a credible bipartisan approach.

Overhaul of quake-prone building system

Minister for Building and Construction Chris Penk and MacAlister Heights bodycorp chair Mel Johnston discuss the overhaul of quake-prone building system.