Sneak Peek from today's livestream from Peter Jackson of the latest trailer from The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. courtesy Facebook/The Hobbit.
Harlem Scalabrini describes how he tried to rescue a drowning man off Red Beach, north of Auckland.
Parker said he would leave Parliament “enthusiastic” for New Zealand and the Labour Party.
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson found himself in an unexpected wildlife fiasco during a family outing to a Texas safari park.
As the economy slides, the finance minister brief the country on the impact of tariffs. Video / Mark Mitchell
MetService Severe Weather Update: April 8th. Video / MetService
Leroy Tsuro arrived in New Zealand in September 2016 – one day after police interviewed him about his alleged participation in a robbery at a Perth restaurant.
PM Christopher Luxon delivers statement on world economic developments. Video / Mark Mitchell
Nicola Willis briefing on economic developments
Horowhenua District Council gives an update on wild weather. Video supplied
His parents believe new policy discriminates against all children with disabilities. Video / Cameron Pitney
Is self-belief the missing link in solving the economic puzzle? ANZ’s Chief economist breaks down the current state of the economy.
Reporter Malia is at Snow Planet’s first rail jam for 2025, where young snowboarders are gliding into winter with their most epic moves, and racking up medals on the way.
Liam Dann explains what the new US tariffs could mean for New Zealand.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Defence Minister Judith Collins announce $12 billion in funding over the next four years.
Metservice says there will be strong winds, rain, possibly thunder, hail and a switch to colder temperatures to begin the week.
A large industrial fire has broken out in Christchurch's Bromley.
Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
The Prime Minister has condemned the attack on Shane Jones' wife at Auckland Airport. Video / Newstalk ZB
Mike Hosking talks to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Mike Hosking Breakfast. Video / Newstalk ZB
Large-scale solar farms are popping up around the country with developers like Lodestone Energy behind major investments. Do the market economics of grid-scale solar stack up?
Seafood NZ says damage could be due to global warming.
Wayne Poutai surprised his son Awatea, 17, with a haka to acknowledge the teen as he was awarded a scholarship. Video \ Supplied
The business has experienced more than a 50% increase in orders since moving. Video / Megan Wilson
Uplifting stories showcasing success, inspiration and possibilities. Video / NZME
Reporter Maliyah is at a special World of Cultures event where kids are in the kitchen serving up a feast from all over the globe. Video / Kea Kids News
Kerikeri teen Annabel Knight – from bone cancer to running with a blade. Video / Corey Fleming
Lunch Money: BusinessDesk investigates Compass Group, the global giant gobbling up school lunch contracts in New Zealand.
Can thrown and one person arrested at Auckland FC match. Video / @miss_summergunn
Government to crackdown on online gambling influencers. Trump tariffs cause chaos in US. Video shows slaying of Red Crescent emergency workers in Gaza. Video / NZ Herald
Red Crescent releases video showing final moments for slain Gaza aid workers, appearing to refute claims from Israel regarding the circumstances of the killing. Video / AFP
John Scott’s architectural legacy thrives in Te-Matau-a-Māui as his son Jacob and granddaughter Hana weave themes of whānau, landscape, and innovation. Video / Faultline Films
Environment Canterbury says the deaths at Birdlings Flat were natural and caused by poorly timed migration. Video / NZ Herald
MetService Severe Weather Update: April 4th - April 6th Video / MetService
The ASB Polyfest has been in full swing this week, concluding today. Despite heavy rain the performances kept on. Video / NZ Herald
The Vimahi family has been running a stall at the Polyfest for just over 30 years. They have done this to help themselves raise 9 kids. Video / NZ Herald
The world reacts to Donald Trump applying new global tariffs on trade. Russel Brand is accused of rape and sexual assault. China keeps an eye on NZ investigations.
The pair performed the Crowded House hit, Don’t Dream It’s Over. Video / Supplied
A principal, parents and a safety educator speak about the risks to children amid obsessive social media consumption. Video / Mike Scott / Carson Bluck