WorldKiwi dad shares son's survival story after electric shock renders teen a double amputeeThe 15yo suffered severe burns after coming into contact with overhead powerlines. 11 Oct 03:59 AM
New ZealandAndrew Little elected mayor of WellingtonThe former Labour leader spoke to media after getting the call from the council CEO. Video / Mark MitchellWatch11 Oct 03:37 AM
New ZealandSchollum claims she's won race to Hastings mayoralty, closest rival yet to concedeHastings' 23rd mayor will be decided by the special votes.11 Oct 03:29 AM
New ZealandAuckland Harbour Bridge maintenance costs nearly double because of paint jobThe original coating - from 1969 - is reaching the end of its designed life.11 Oct 03:22 AM
CrimeOne seriously hurt in crash; SH15 briefly shut in both directions near KaikoheThe crash has been cleared and the road reopened.11 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: 'Filbert' is an alternative name for which type of nut?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.11 Oct 02:57 AM
New ZealandRehette Stoltz on course for re-election, new faces set to join old at council tableGisborne Mayor Rehette Stoltz leads with 6330 votes so far to Colin Alder's 4564.11 Oct 02:36 AM
New ZealandGore’s youngest ever mayor re-elected after term of ‘horrible’ internal conflicts, no confidence voteBen Bell made history as the district’s youngest-ever mayor in 2022, but things soured.11 Oct 02:30 AM
New ZealandWill Foley elected mayor of CHB, Alex Walker outThe progress results also show that the district has voted to remove the Māori Ward.11 Oct 02:17 AM
New ZealandWairoa election: Craig Little leading race to be mayor over his deputy Progress results put Craig Little in the box seat for another term.11 Oct 02:05 AM
New Zealand'Find joy again': Widow shares heartfelt love letter left by Nigel LattaLoved ones shared memories of Latta at his funeral service today at The Cloud.11 Oct 01:56 AM
New ZealandRichard McGrath elected Napier Mayor, beating Kirsten WiseWith roughly 85% of the vote counted on Saturday, McGrath has the votes.11 Oct 01:24 AM
New ZealandCAA deciding whether to investigate Fiji Airways bird strike emergencyChristchurch Airport recorded 304 bird strikes last year, the most nationwide.11 Oct 12:13 AM
New Zealand'Some kind of hell': Father of teen cyclist killed in truck crash assumed driver was to blame But, when he learnt otherwise, he actively sought out the companies involved.11 Oct 12:00 AM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Mayoral candidate Kerrin Leoni speaks to mediaLocal elections 2025: Mayoral candidate Kerrin Leoni speaks to media.Watch10 Oct 11:34 PM
New ZealandHonouring 50 years of service: Kamo volunteer marks firefighting milestoneFamily travelled from far and wide to help the 83-year-old celebrate his achievement.10 Oct 11:30 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Wayne Brown speaks to the mediaLocal elections 2025: Wayne Brown wins second term as Auckland MayorWatch10 Oct 11:28 PM
PoliticsNZ Herald Live: Andrew Little runs for Wellington MayorAndrew Little is a candidate in Wellington's mayoral race this year.Watch10 Oct 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe century-old hotel that shaped Auckland’s fashion and party cultureDeBrett's house bar was the starting point for Friday night fun in Auckland's High St.10 Oct 11:02 PM
EnvironmentNZ Herald Live: A Celebration of the Life of Nigel Raymond LattaNigel Latta’s family warmly invites New Zealanders to join them in a celebration of his life. This is an open funeral, and all are welcome. Video / SuppliedWatch10 Oct 10:36 PM
New ZealandTeachers to strike this week as pay talks with Govt stallSecondary and area school teachers will refuse to teach certain year groups this week. 10 Oct 10:02 PM
New ZealandDog dragged by car along New Plymouth one-wayA dog jumped out of a vehicle travelling along Powderham St in New Plymouth, resulting in her being dragged along the road.Watch10 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandMassive quake hits near Antarctica, no tsunami riskThe 7.8 magnitude quake struck 10km below the surface in the Drake Passage.10 Oct 09:52 PM
New ZealandDrink-driver pulls fingers at motorists trying to tell him his dog was being draggedMotorists manoeuvred their vehicles around David Devenport's to force him off the road. 10 Oct 09:39 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Auckland Fire Station closed down, thousands return home to GazaNZ Herald Morning News Update | Auckland Fire Station closed down, thousands return home to Gaza. Rain warnings, local elections and concern for families with disabled teenagers.Watch10 Oct 08:19 PM
New Zealand'Practical and compassionate': Govt backs longer hospital stays for new mumsHealth system will be prepared for longer hospital or birth unit stays, minister says.10 Oct 07:57 PM
New ZealandFreeze-dried meals recalled over undeclared allergenThe meal pouches are sold around New Zealand and internationally.10 Oct 06:51 PM
WorldMultiple dead, more missing as blast rocks Tennessee explosives plantImages show scorched ground, still burning and burned-out cars after a deadly blast rocked a US explosives factory in the Bucksnort area along the Hickman County line, Tennessee.Watch10 Oct 06:48 PM
New ZealandBusiest fire station in New Zealand closed after asbestos was detectedFirefighters put through decontamination after further asbestos was detected at Auckland Central Fire Station. Video / NZ HeraldWatch10 Oct 06:43 PM
EntertainmentPrince William left fighting back tears in painful talk about suicidePrince William was left fighting back tears during a candid talk with a woman who lost her husband to suicide as part of a video filmed to mark World Mental Health Day on Friday.Watch10 Oct 06:35 PM
AucklandAuckland’s busiest fire station shut after asbestos detected – againAuckland Central Fire Station was also closed in 2023 because of asbestos.10 Oct 05:50 PM
New ZealandChip seal ordeal: Pāpāmoa road noise 'unbearable' and 'constant''You don’t even dare sit outside because it’s so loud,' says one disgruntled resident.10 Oct 05:06 PM
New ZealandWorld-beating 'kick': Bay's first world athletics champion in home laneThe world 3000m steeplechase champ won't be able to compete at the big local meet.10 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal elections: The races to watch and the cities getting new mayorsAlmost a third of councils are guaranteed new leadership.10 Oct 04:00 PM