New ZealandMan thought he could hear cyclist's thoughts and was under attack, so he ran him downThe driver has now been found not guilty of attempted murder by reason of insanity. 13 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandCouncillors back rethink of controversial Grey St layoutGisborne's cycle-friendly trial, aimed at slowing traffic, inspired intense opposition.12 Nov 04:39 AM
TravelBest way to spend 12 hours in Gisborne: Sunrise, surf and cellar doors by the seaFrom beach walks to best restaurants, we've got you covered. 08 Nov 06:04 PM
WellingtonWatch: Driver films van 'engulfed in flames' on side of major highwayA passing motorist filmed the blaze on Transmission Gully this morning.05 Nov 09:55 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleGreen MP Tamatha Paul believed she would die young: 'You just want to lie in bed in the dark'The 28-year-old politician on living with invisible disabilities.31 Oct 06:01 PM
New ZealandFlights cancelled and power outages as 'powerful weather system' moves up NZ20 Oct 12:21 AM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomRebuilding Tourism: Industry at risk of fading away as big earnerChinese visitor arrivals are now just 55% of pre-Covid levels in 2018.30 Sep 04:00 AM
Mood of the BoardroomThe long game: Why business wants 30-year vision beyond election cyclesJohn Fraser-Mackenzie says bipartisan action can unlock long-term growth.29 Sep 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomUncertainty still weighs on business, but investment lifts in 2025 surveyMore than half of businesses say weak demand is among their biggest concerns.29 Sep 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomWhy overseas rivals are reshaping NZ’s international student boomChina and India are rapidly expanding their own university sectors, experts warn.29 Sep 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomBusiness chiefs urge faster OCR cuts to lift economySeventy-eight per cent of CEOs want the Reserve Bank to speed up rate cuts.28 Sep 04:00 PM
Today18°C14°CMostly cloudy, clearing to fine by mid morning. Northerlies developing in the afternoon.
Friday17°C9°CShowers before dawn, some heavy, then fine. Strong northwesterlies, easing in the evening.
New ZealandNo toilets, no refunds: Passengers stranded on Wellington train handed 'travel johns'Metlink handed out chemical toilet bags as makeshift loos on board.19 Sep 06:39 AM
New ZealandPhotographers called to capture NZ’s wild beauty in $15k photo contestPhotographers are competing for a $15,000 prize pool across six categories.19 Sep 05:20 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFrom psychosis to stillbirth and suicide: How mental health services are failing new mumsWhat three parents' experience reveal on the state of maternal mental health.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandIncoming storm: 120km/h gales, heavy rain to wallop regionsSevere weather warnings are in place for parts of the North and South islands.16 Sep 01:34 AM
New Zealand'It’s remarkable': Memorial seat lost in floods turns up across strait months laterJack Robertson’s mother says the chair now faces the island where family are buried.12 Sep 08:00 AM
New ZealandHarbour bridge may close at rush hour as 90km/h winds hit AucklandHeavy showers are also expected to affect the city during peak evening travel hours.10 Sep 01:36 AM
The Country$600m Hawke’s Bay Expressway upgrade officially under wayNoise and disruption over the next four years are unavoidable, Chris Bishop says.13 Nov 02:36 AM
The CountryThe Country at the Canterbury ShowSir David Carter, Lawrence Meredith, Stu Loe, Nicola Grigg, G Menzies, T Dodson, R Hyland.13 Nov 12:57 AM
The CountryComvita takeover bid looks set to fail ahead of key shareholder meetingProxies representing 80.3% of Comvita shares are already lodged.12 Nov 10:08 PM
The CountryGisborne-Wairoa Fed Farmers planning for a possible drought declarationBeef + Lamb is encouraging farmers in the east of both islands to be prepared.12 Nov 09:49 PM
The CountryCanterbury A&P show returns with royal statusShow was briefly put on ice last year after association said it wasn't financially viable.12 Nov 08:46 PM
The CountryHundreds of dog attacks recorded in Far North over three yearsCouncil data shows up to 500 dog attacks reported in the Far North since 2023.12 Nov 04:00 PM
Driven Car Guide2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E first drive: ‘real-world gain’ and GT speedLots of practical changes, but don't worry: there's a lot more power too.13 Nov 05:05 AM
Driven Car GuideMercedes-Benz rolls out electric G-Class for League of Legends Worlds 2025Modified G 580 chauffeured the Summoner’s Cup to the League of Legends World Championship.13 Nov 03:05 AM
Driven Car GuideNew Hilux pricing, specification: Toyota New Zealand reveals all about 9th-gen ute New Hilux for 2026: how much is it, and what do you get?12 Nov 11:05 PM
Driven Car GuideDongfeng Box first drive: are you a cat person?The sub-$30k Box claims to achieve 'price-parity-plus' with petrol hatchbacks. 12 Nov 05:05 AM
OneRoofAustralia’s trainer king selling Herne Bay home that once belonged to Sultan of Brunei Revamped wonder was one of 11 homes bought by the Sultan of Brunei in the mid-1990s. 13 Nov 08:08 AM
OneRoofLegendary Grey Lynn party house for sale“Someone told me they met their partner here in the 90s. It’s that kind of house."13 Nov 08:00 AM
OneRoofModest Brick-and-tile house on billionaire street sells for $8.6mAuction price blows away $6m RV.12 Nov 05:24 PM
OneRoofInventor’s ’007′ estate for sale - submarine test pool includedJames Bond-esque home is the birthplace of the $1m Q-sub. 12 Nov 06:09 AM
OneRoofQueenstown lakeside cottage for sale for first time in almost 70 yearsOld school charm in the rich-lister playground.12 Nov 06:00 AM
OneRoofTony Alexander: Go low or fix for five years? Kiwis' mortgage dilemmaAnother OCR cut is on the cards, but homeowners should expect rates to rise at some point.12 Nov 05:55 AM
WellingtonWoman dies following alleged assault in ParaparaumuA man has been charged with assault and breaching a protection order.09 Sep 10:49 PM
New ZealandThe first-timer and the stalwart: Meet two people helping make Aims Games happenKahleia Josephson runs water polo and Malcolm Taylor maps the cross-country course.05 Sep 04:33 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonKiller daughter to be sentenced: What did the jury know?The Herald breaks down the key points from the Khandallah trial that led to the verdict.04 Sep 05:00 PM
WellingtonSummer traffic woes: Months of roadworks planned for Transmission GullyNZTA acknowledges the disruption will be frustrating for drivers over the summer.28 Aug 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonKiller daughter to be sentenced: What did the jury know?The Herald breaks down the key points from the Khandallah trial that led to the verdict.04 Sep 05:00 PM
WellingtonSummer traffic woes: Months of roadworks planned for Transmission GullyNZTA acknowledges the disruption will be frustrating for drivers over the summer.28 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'The strutful Reeves': Farming pheasants back in the day"Their favourite titbit is a handful of gentles, vulgarly known as maggots."23 Aug 05:00 PM
WellingtonWhy Wellington teen with no convictions imported up to $6m worth of drugsThe judge noted Rowan Hewitson was not like most offenders who appeared before her.11 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandRaw milk fans keep dairy farmers busy“We’re allowed 30 hours to sell the milk, but we sell out sometimes before 24 hours.”03 Aug 10:09 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball: $15 million jackpot goes unstruckBig prizes remain elusive in tonight's Lotto draw.02 Aug 08:02 AM
New ZealandAuckland Lotto player wins $1m, Powerball jackpots to $12mThe Powerball jackpot has rolled over to $10m after going unstruck on Wednesday.26 Jul 09:30 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyHow a teen warehouse job led to a $73m supermarket openingHe started as a picker in a distribution centre, now he's buying a $14m supermarket.26 Jul 12:01 AM
RacingWhat should punters look for on heavy tracks?A top trainer explains how not all heavy tracks are created equal.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandLotto's Powerball jackpot rolls over to $10m, one punter wins $1m prizeTime to check your tickets to see if you are a winner after tonight's draw.23 Jul 08:27 AM
