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Mike Hosking discusses his family's Oasis issue
Would you fly 18,000km to the United Kingdom just to take your teenager to an Oasis concert? Video / Newstalk ZB
Focus: Police update Grey Lynn shooting
Police update Grey Lynn shooting. Video / Michael Craig
New Māori Queen and Auckland homicide | Focus Morning Bulletin September 6, 2024
Police investigate Grey Lynn shooting, Ngā Wai hono i te pō expected to continue her father’s legacy and hearing aid costs put older Kiwis at risk.
Markets with Madison: Metlifecare
The third-largest retirement village operator has transformed in secret since it was bought by private equity in 2020. Will the better business find its way back the public market?
Armed police team searches a block of flats near the scene of the fatal Grey Lynn shooting
A person was detained after an armed police team searched a home on Great North Road, north of Tuarangi Rd. Video | Hayden Woodward
Head trauma didn't stop Fraser Sharp, ACC battle might
A massive head trauma at the age of 16 did not hold back former Paralympian Fraser Sharp but his ongoing battle with ACC might just break him.
Reports of a firearm discharged in Grey Lynn
Police were called to a Grey Lynn address following a report of a firearm being discharged. Video / Hayden Woodward
Nigel Latta announces he has six to 12 months to live
New Zealand psychologist and author Nigel Latta has announced he has six to 12 months left to live after being diagnosed with inoperable, incurable cancer. Video / Nigel Latta
Thousands mourn the death of Kīngi Tūheitia
Thousands of mourners from across the country gathered today at Tūrangawaewae Marae for the funeral of Kīngi Tūheitia. Video / Carson Bluck / Chereè Kinnear
Thousands gather at Tūrangawaewae marae for Māori King’s tangi
Thousands have gathered at Tūrangawaewae marae for Māori King’s tangi and the announcement of the new Māori Queen. Video | Carson Bluck
Watch Live: Kīngi Tūheitia tangi
Full coverage of the funeral proceedings for Kīngi Tūheitia. Video / Kiingitanga
Ngāwai Hono i te Pō Paki anointed as the new leader of the Kīngitanga
Ngāwai Hono i te Pō Paki carries her birthright in the Kīngitanga and becomes 8th monarch, continuing the direct line to the first Māori King. Video / NZ Herald
Dame Lisa Carrington in studio with Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking
New Zealand's greatest Olympian joins Mike Hosking in studio to talk her success, what drives her to be the best and her venture into writing a kid's book. Video | Newstalk ZB
Māori King's tangi and Raygun speaks out | Focus Morning Bulletin September 5, 2024
Thousands gather at Tūrangawaewae Marae, pharmacies face shortages and Raygun breaks silence.
Inside the Rovers: Better Than Before
Napier City Rovers captain Jim Hoyle on the upcoming National League campaign and a special family milestone. Video / Neil Reid
Chocolate Dreams have come true for one Christchurch kid
Amateur chocolatiers from all over NZ fight it out in the annual Chocolate Dreams flavour contest! Reporter Penny takes us to the judges and we find out the Junior category winner.
Hollywood actor John Travolta spotted flying out of Queenstown Airport
US actor John Travolta has been spotted jetting out Queenstown on September 4, 2024 after spending most of the past week in the South Island resort town. Video | Supplied
Labour leaders farewell Kīngi Tūheitia
Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins and former PM Helen Clark remember Kīngi Tūheitia and the role of the Kīngitanga.
Grocery Commissioner Pierre van Heerden is working ahead of schedule to drive sector change
The Commerce Commission is planning an inquiry into the Grocery Industry Competition Act. Video | NZHerald
Bird of the Year voting is open
Voting in Forest and Bird’s Te Manu Rongonui o te Tau – Bird of the Year 2024 opened on September 2 and closes at 5pm, September 15. Video / NZ Herald
Politicians pay respects to Māori King Tūheitia
Numerous politicians were among the crowd at Tūrangawaewae Marae to mourn the passing of Māori King Tūheitia.
Car hits power pole, electricity out in Onehunga
A vehicle collided with a power pole on Onehunga Mall Road, causing a power outage in the suburb of Onehunga. Video / Hayden Woodward
Gang law concerns and Ukraine attack | Focus Morning Bulletin September 4, 2024
In today’s headlines, concerns over new gang laws revealed, Ukraine suffers its deadliest attack, and visitor levy hikes.
Two workers suffer electric shock at Parnell rail station
Emergency services responded to the incident at Parnell railway station after two workers suffer electric shock
NZDF lends a hand at King Tūheitia's funeral
An NZDF catering team is helping feed the multitude who have arrived at Tūrangawaewae Marae to mourn the passing of Māori King Tūheitia.
Civil Aviation Authority orders independent review into workplace culture
Management at the Civil Aviation Authority have ordered an independent review into workplace culture following an investigation by the Herald. Video | Cameron Pitney | Ben Dickens
GPs warn of primary care collapse in New Zealand
A group representing GPs has issued a bleak assessment of the state of primary care in New Zealand. Video | Corey Fleming | Ben Dickens
Kea Kids News: Kid’s musical theatre talent overcomes bullying, Tourette’s, and more
Boston Davis is a force on the theatre stage! Reporter Charlotte interviews Boston about the challenges he’s conquered to make his dreams a reality, and where he’s headed next.
Who will be the Māori King's successor?
As the country mourns the death of Kīngi Tuheitia, Attention is slowly turning to who will be his successor. Video | Carson Bluck, Chereè Kinnear
Tūrangawaewae Marae kitchen in full swing for Māori King Tūheitia's funeral
With the passing of the Māori King Tūheitia, the kitchen at Tūrangawaewae Marae in Ngāruawāhia is a hive of action for the thousands paying their respects.
Focus: Transport Minister announces lift to speed limit on Kāpiti Expressway
Transport Minister Simeon Brown announced a lift for the Kāpiti Expressway speed limit, from 100kph to 110kph. Video / Mark Mitchell
The impact of drought in the Hurunui district
Farmers in the Hurunui District talk about how they’re tackling the ongoing drought. Video | RNZ
How should NZ navigate growing US/China tensions?
Liam Dann sits down with Dr Darren Lim, Senior Lecturer in International Relations Australian University. Video / NZ Herald
Drone rains down molten thermite on Ukrainian battlefield
Video shows an unmanned aerial vehicle setting alight a line of trees with a substance that is hot enough to melt steel. Video / Fair Use
Financial stress and Cathedral Cove reopening | Focus Morning Bulletin September 3, 2024
Young Kiwis show signs of financial resilience, East Coast iwi gather at Tūrangawaewae Marae and work gets under way to reopen Cathedral Cove.
Market Watch: Risks to watch as we head into Wall Street’s high crash zone
Business editor-at-large Liam Dann talks to Pie Funds CIO and founder Mike Taylor about risks to watch as we head into Wall Street’s high crash zone. Video / NZ Herald
Kea Kids News: Waikato boy gives new shine to old tractors
While most 12-year-olds have a massive Hot Wheels collection, Max has built a massive tractor collection, and he’s fixed them all himself! Video / Kea Kids News
Loved ones remember slain scientist Stephen Thorpe
Around 200 people gathered to remember Stephen Thorpe, a highly regarded scientist who was killed in Blockhouse Bay. Video / Dean Purcell
Focus: Simeon Brown presents National Land Transport Programme
Transport Minister Simeon Brown presented the 2024-27 National Land Transport Programme. Video / Mark Mitchell