New ZealandHow one hornet species could sting New Zealand’s environment and economyMahurangi Honey’s Peter Johnston is with us to chat local honey making, and why bees are so important.Watch06 Nov 03:45 PM
New ZealandAsh emitted in 'weak eruptions' on Whakaari/White IslandThe ashfall is unlikely to reach the mainland, scientists say. 04 Nov 04:27 AM
PremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The challenge of GM foods and climate changeOPINION: GM foods could be the key to local climate action. Do we want that?28 Oct 04:00 PM
EnvironmentNZ Herald Live: A Celebration of the Life of Nigel Raymond LattaNigel Latta’s family warmly invites New Zealanders to join them in a celebration of his life. This is an open funeral, and all are welcome. Video / SuppliedWatch10 Oct 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCan hybrid grapes solve the climate change dilemma for winemakers?New York Times: Growers in the US, France, Germany and NZ are experimenting with hybrids.03 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandA 'battle we can absolutely win': Climate Overshoot conference begins this weekWatch29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandFraud, bats, John Oliver: Looking back at Bird of the Year controversies as voting beginsWatch14 Sep 05:00 PM
Environment'End of the reign': Decades-long Pākiri sand mining battle ends as company eyes up new locationBut, MBL will need to be prepared for a new battle with Bream Bay locals.04 Sep 01:28 AM
EnvironmentRare white kiwi spotted in broad daylightThe kiwi has gone viral after a video of it strolling back to its burrow during daylight hours was posted on social media. Video / Pūkaha National Wildlife CentreWatch25 Aug 03:51 AM
WorldAlien object to pass Earth in 'cruise through inner solar system'The 'fun space rock' is likely a comet from outside the solar system.21 Aug 06:00 AM
PoliticsSeymour asked his ministry to look into ditching bike helmet rulesThe Ministry for Regulation said further work on this issue 'carries risks'.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMissing birdsong in your backyard? A new study might explain whyBirds use their songs to find mates as well as communicate about nearby food or danger.06 Aug 10:38 PM
EnvironmentWatch: Whale freed after being tangled in chain off the coast of Tonga'She actually turned and looked towards us for what felt like an hour.'04 Aug 11:23 PM
New ZealandSolving the climate crisis - Are more trees actually the answer?Today on The Front Page, University of Canterbury emeritus Professor David Norton is with us to break down whether we’ll be able to meet our ambitious climate targets.Watch03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandEat Well For Less: Mike Van De Elzen shares grocery savings tipsMike Van De Elzen shares tips to save on grocery bills in the new season of Eat Well For Less. Video / Dean PurcellWatch16 Jul 01:35 AM
EnvironmentDog helps find rare bird colony 'not seen for decades'Tui the golden retriever 'real key tool' in finding new population of whio.10 Jul 10:28 PM
EnvironmentWaikato eco-sanctuary first site to receive kōkako from HunuaOnce on the brink of local extinction, the Hunua Ranges kōkako have slowly bounced back.30 Jun 04:07 AM
Driven Car GuideCupra Formentor V e-Hybrid first drive: now with extra voltiosCupra has added plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) technology to its sporty coupe-SUV.28 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideTesla to open up NZ supercharger network to non-Tesla EVsCharging network receives a boost after Tesla opens up its superchargers to non-Tesla EVs.28 Sep 01:00 AM
Driven Car GuideToyota to triple EV production as competition heats upToyota has revealed plans to triple its EV production by 2025.27 Sep 06:17 PM
Driven Car GuideFord Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payloadCould this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?27 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideReport: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motorUpdated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.26 Sep 10:00 PM
Driven Car GuideMG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootoutWe take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.26 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideBYD launches Yangwang U8 Premium Edition hybrid SUVBYD's new large SUV will have 1000km range, 900kW of power and will float.25 Sep 10:00 PM
Driven Car GuideLexus open to building electric ute if demand is thereLexus will be leading EV development within the Toyota group.25 Sep 01:00 AM
New ZealandFeral goats' days numbered in 'unique' conservation parkAn eradication programme has won a $750,000 government grant to get it started.25 Jun 07:40 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Chlöe Swarbrick and the lost lessons of Monopoly Opinion: Why do we find it so hard to take Green economic planning seriously?17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland's first electric ferry is on the waterThe vessel, made locally, will carry up to 200 passengers and take 10 minutes for a top-up charge. Video / Dean PurcellWatch11 Jun 02:33 AM
Environment'Really nice guy': US talk show host Conan O'Brien meets Kiwi namesake in viral clip The US host joked: 'I've never met someone with the same name as me'.03 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandMinistry considers first parent prosecutions over school absencesFines range from $30 a day to $3000 for repeat truancy offences.09 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandMega-school split: Mount Albert Grammar proposes dividing into twoIt may be a blueprint for other big schools battling to cope with rising student numbers.09 Oct 04:00 PM
EducationDifferent educational regions could help attendance battle - SeymourDavid Seymour says fines for unjustified absences are 'back on the table'.08 Oct 08:15 PM
CrimePrimary school teacher who sent 11yo student nudes gets home detentionShe will not have to register as a sex offender but loses permanent suppression.08 Oct 03:59 AM
New ZealandPrestigious Auckland private school King’s College announces new headmasterThe school leader begins as headmaster in January 2026, after Simon Lamb’s departure.07 Oct 08:38 PM
EducationNZ’s Truancy Crisis: Why are so many kids skipping school?Papatoetoe principal on tackling the rise in chronic absenteeism. Video / Herald NowWatch06 Oct 06:54 PM
New Zealand'Throwing the baby out': Teachers warn of ‘one-size-fits-all’ school reformsGovt swings axe on NCEA, Kāhui Ako, Resource Teachers and open-plan classrooms.06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandSeymour hails U-turn on uni's compulsory Māori courses as 'massive victory'The courses were made compulsory for first-year students only this year. 28 Sep 08:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClass warfare: South Auckland principals hit back over NCEA claimsThe schools say they're 'chocka' with students and urgently need more classrooms.28 Sep 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMechatronics and AI: What kids can expect from the new school curriculumBusinessNZ says the updated curriculum will better equip future workers.27 Sep 07:00 PM
