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Paul Henry sails from Auckland to Fiji, compares journey to childbirth
Paul Henry updated social media followers on day 8 of his sailing voyage from Auckland to Fiji.
Kea Kids News: The small rugby player making big moves
One to watch! Reporter Ollie is in Rotorua, where 12-year-old Kyro’s physical size is no match for his talent, tenacity, and dedication on the rugby field. Video / Kea Kids News
PM grilled on Seymour's critical UN letter
Christopher Luxon says he has spoken to David Seymour about his United Nations letter. Video / Mark Mitchell
Tariff threat - has Trump cried wolf?
The Front Page talks to Liam Dann ahead of the looming August 1 deadline for Trump's tariffs.
Naturists Federation react to the controversial nude Lotto ad
New Zealand Naturist Federation President Alice de Wet weighs in on the naked Lotto advertisement.
Public Trust spreading a message of good will
Public Trust CEO Glenys Talivai tells Ryan Bridge charities recieve $320 million annually through bequests.
Commerce Commission to take Foodstuffs to court over 'cartel conduct'
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray. Video / Herald NOW
Lorna Riley talks micro cruising, European airports and Fiji reefs with Ryan
Is micro cruising for you, Why do European airports lose your luggage and Fiji limiting the number of tourists on reefs.
Christopher Luxon calls Ray Chung's explicit email 'pretty vile'
The Prime Minister has commented on the email scandal engulfing Wellington's mayoral race. Video / Mark Mitchell
'We need a lot more people' - Viv Beck on how to get Auckland thriving
Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck talks to Ryan Bridge as third annual 'The State of the City' report released.
Gorilla Technology CEO Paul Spain on why crypto ATMs are being taken away
Tech Talk with Noel Leeming: 15 July 2025. Video / Herald NOW
'It paints a grim picture' - services sector continues to shrink
Business with 2degrees with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray. Video / Herald NOW
Chris Hipkins on Government scrapping Te Pūkenga and the improvement in NCEA results
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins talks to Ryan Bridge about the Government's decision to scrap Te Pūkenga and the improvement in NCEA numeracy and literacy results.
Even basic funerals are becoming 'unaffordable'
Funeral Directors Association CEO Gillian Boyes talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge about the high cost of funerals
SPCA reports startling increase in ill-treatment complaints
Animal abuse complaints have increased by 40 percent in a year, according to new stats released exclusively to Herald NOW.
Customs wants stronger law to seize childlike sex dolls favoured by paedophiles
ECPAT National Director, Eleanor Parkes weighs in on whether New Zealand's child pornography and exploitation laws are strong enough.
England win third test at Lord's and Steel beat the Stars | NZ Herald Sports Update: July 15, 2025
England have won their third cricket test against India at Lord's and the Steel beat the Stars in Invercargill. Video / Herald NOW
Winston Peters on Trump's threat to Russia
Foreign Minister Winston Peters joined Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to provide more details of his meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Child-like sex dolls and Trump threatens 'severe' tariffs | NZ Herald News Update: July 15, 2025
Border officials call for stronger laws on child-like sex dolls and Donald Trump threatens 'very severe' tariffs on Russia. Video / NZ Herald
'Big, scary number': Trump tariffs could hike to 20% for NZ goods
The Front Page talks to Liam Dann ahead of the looming August 1 deadline for Trump's tariffs.
Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen clash ahead of Sydney boxing match
Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen go head-to-head in a verbal clash at a Sydney press conference ahead of their Wednesday night boxing match. Video / Alyse Wright
New Warriors halfback Tanah Boyd makes a splash
New Warriors halfback Tanah Boyd on his first match for the club following the injury to Luke Metcalf, and the long wait for a chance. Video / Michael Burgess
Welcome to the new-look NZ Herald website
We've rebuilt our website to make it more modern and faster. Video / NZ Herald
Malachi Subecz's mother cries in court
Jasmine Cotter, the mother of a murdered five-year-old Malachi Subecz, broke down in court while recalling her last phone call with her son.
All Blacks coach on South Africa’s controversial tactics against Italy
Scott Robertson responds to South Africa’s recent offside kickoff and fake lineout tactics against Italy, and the plan to play everyone.
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Malachi Subecz murder; energy sector plans | NZ Herald Afternoon Update: July 7, 2025
Lead investigator on the murder of 5-year-old Malachi Subecz and Government hints at energy sector announcement. Video / NZ Herald
One person has been killed after concrete truck falls on house
Emergency services are at the Rangitoto Ave scene in Remuera after a concrete truck fell on a home killing one person.
Whittakers release new limited edition flavour 'Banana Caramel'
Whittakers release new limited edition flavour 'Banana Caramel'. What do we think? Video / NZ Herald
Du Val investor case struck out and Chinese pet food giant scoping NZ factory
BusinessDesk's Garth Bray on Business with 2degrees. Video / Herald NOW
Fire at Parnell commercial premises attended by seven trucks and one ladder truck
An early morning fire at a commercial building in Parnell was attended by seven fire trucks and one ladder truck.
Thick fog blankets Auckland on Monday morning
Four flights were cancelled as thick fog coated Auckland on Monday morning. Video / Michael Craig
Locals fed up with 'plague of hoons' in Tauranga and Rotorua
Rotorua Daily Post Journalist Kelly Makiha talks to Herald NOW about problems being caused by 'plague of hoons' damaging parks and public spaces.
Former All Black Ian Jones weighs in on the weekend's win
Former All Black Ian Jones talks to Ryan Bridge about the All Blacks victory against the French on Saturday. Video / NZHerald
Government announces new 'go for growth' plan
The Government is releasing its plan to double the overseas student sector's economic contribution to $7.2 billion by 2034. Video / Herald NOW
How widespread is the damage after Nelson Tasman floods?
Nelson Tasman Civil Defence Duty Controller James Thompson speaks to Ryan Bridge about the immediate recovery in the region and what lies ahead this week.