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Sir Russell Coutts speaks to Newstalk ZB on the Auckland SailGP
Sir Russell Coutts spoke to Newstalk ZB about the Auckland Sail GP and his future plans for the event. Video / NZ Herald
Watch: Firefighters battling large blaze on Mangere Mountain overnight.
Fire crews have contained a large blaze that broke out on Mangere Mountain last night. Video / NZ Herald
Interview with country star Mitchell Tenpenny ahead of his Eden Park debut
Nashville native Mitchell Tenpenny speaks to the Herald about the influence of country music and his journey before opening for Luke Combs. Video / Alex Burton
Crispy tofu salad
Try this crispy tofu salad for an office lunch that definitely isn’t boring. Video / Fresh Media
'It's escalated': Fire tears through house in rural Taranaki
Firefighters from five stations scrambled to the blaze on the outskirts of Inglewood about 5.30pm. Video / Hamish Hemi
Peter Burling discusses SailGP in Auckland with Newstalk ZB
Peter Burling talks about SailGP, boat speeds, and navigating a crowded course with 12 boats. Video / Dean Purcell
Large fire at former Centrepoint commune in Albany, Auckland
Firefighters were called to a large fire overnight at the former Centrepoint commune in the Auckland suburb of Albany. Video / NZ Herald
Inside the fight against smuggling at New Zealand's largest port
How New Zealand Customs uses intelligence and technology to battle rising drug smuggling at the Port of Tauranga. Video / Mike Scott
Waldorf salad with a twist
Turn a traditional Waldorf salad into a more substantial dish with this twist on the classic. Video / Fresh Media
Sharks stranded in rock pools near Ahipara
A group of bronze whaler sharks made the rock pools in the Te Kōhanga / Tauroa area their temporary home. Video / Lisa McNab
Delays on SH12 Northland after Taheke truck crash
Motorists are experiencing delays after a truck rolled between Kaikohe and Waima about 11am today. Video / Miria Henry
Auckland teen reels in 52kg tuna on jetski in Hauraki Gulf
Hector de Mornac, 18, caught a 52kg yellowfin tuna from a jetski on Wednesday by Little Barrier Island. Video/ gonefishing3797 Youtube
Unruly passenger stabs AFP police with pen at Perth airport
A 34-year-old woman is now facing charges. Video / Australian Federal Police. Video / Australian Federal Police
NCEA level 1 pass rate revealed and Ministry of Justice privacy breach | NZ Herald News Update
Figures show how many NCEA students achieved level 1 qualification last year and the Ministry of Justice has been encouraged to check its systems following a privacy breach.
Police respond to firearms incident in Pakuranga Heights
Armed police respond to firearms incident at Applejack's Bar & Eatery in Pakuranga Heights. Video / Hayden Woodward
Derelict building up in flames, Point Chevalier
Firefighters have extinguished a fire at a derelict building in Point Chevalier. Video / Hayden Woodward
A new lease on life at age 103
After losing her home twice, Mavis finds joy in her new life.
Westpac's Satish Ranchhod on food price inflation
Westpac senior economist Satish Ranchhod talks to Tom Raynel about what the rise in food prices means for the wider economy.
NZ Herald Live: Nelson policewoman Lyn Fleming’s farewell
The funeral for slain policewoman Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming
Kayakers paddle Huka Falls
Professional kayakers are paddling over Huka Falls near Taupō despite warnings. Video / Supplied, Fourb.nz
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming's funeral and California’s fire threat continues | NZ Herald News Update
The funeral for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming is in Nelson today and California remains under critical fire threat. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Kea Kids News: Posh meets plush at Care Bears High Tea
Care Bears are gracing the Cordis! Throw on your glad rags and bring your politest appetite because reporter Maya is in Auckland city for a very special high tea.
Jackson Garden-Bachop opens up on brother's death
The 30-year-old is about to begin a new stage in his career, seven months after his shock loss. Video / Michael Craig
Watch: Sail GP teams in Auckland
Sailors testing new T-foils in Auckland conditions ahead of racing. Video / Sail GP
Shark spotted at Whangaumu Bay in Tūtūkākā Coast
A shark was spotted at Whangaumu Bay on Saturday and on Sunday a man had a rendezvous with a 5m great white in Tamaterau near Parua Bay. Video / Masey Hammann
NCEA results released and Lotto ticket ban for under 18s | NZ Herald News Update
160,000 students can check their NCEA results online today and those under 18 will soon be banned from buying Lotto tickets. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Sea lion city! What’s it like to have these guys as your neighbour?
Reporter Sierra and the St. Kilda Scouts introduce us to the Dunedin sea lions, who are making a stunning comeback thanks to years of conservation efforts.
13-year-old boy died after falling from cliffs in Hāhei
People are still accessing Cathedral Cove via a closed walking track after a young boy on holiday with family at Hāhei fell from the cliffs. Video / Al Williams
Mea Motu sends warning to Ellie Scotney
Boxer Mea Motu discusses her upcoming world title fight against Ellie Scotney in Nottingham on January 26. Video / Dean Purcell
AA's Terry Collins shares why petrol prices are set to rise
AA's Terry Collins talks to Tom Raynel about the international factors causing petrol prices to rise. Video / NZ Herald
Fire threat in Los Angeles continues and firefighters battle Coromandel fire | NZ Herald News Update
Strong wind predictions cause more fire concerns for Los Angeles and firefighters are expected to be battling Coromandel vegetation fire for several days. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Should you pee on a jellyfish sting? Let’s ask the experts
Reporter Harriet is at Kelly Tarlton’s in Auckland where a new jellyfish exhibit brings you up close and personal with the lava lamps of the sea.
Fire destroys bach
A blaze has destroyed a bach on Nelson’s Boulder Bank. Video / Tim Cuff
Ali Riley loses home in Palisades fire
Football Ferns captain Ali Riley's home in Los Angeles burned to the ground during the recent Palisades fires. Video / Ali Riley
Dangerous winds return to Los Angeles
Dangerous winds have returned to Los Angeles, threatening to worsen wildfires that have killed 16 people. Video / AFP
Watch: 'Crazy' near-miss on North Island road near Turangi
A driver heading home to Rotorua captured a close call on his dashcam when a car crossed the centre line, January 11, 2024.
Watch: Kiwis, NZ-bound tourists stranded in US airport
Travelers, including Kiwis trying to get home, were stranded at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on Saturday, 11 January 2025, after a snowstorm. Video / Carina Fischer
Where will these dogs run when greyhound racing is put down?
Reporter Rocco meets three sisters who are devastated to see their family’s racing legacy cancelled, and an animal rights advocate who believes it’s what’s best for the dogs.
Water main bursts on Queen Street, CBD
Water main bursts on Queen Street, CBD. Video | Supplied