New ZealandGovt delays new curriculum rollout after teacher feedbackThe new curriculum will start in 2027 for students up to Year 10.06 Aug 01:58 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Todd McClay on Trump's tariffsTodd McClay, Matt Bolger, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Emma Higgins, Hunter McGregor.06 Aug 01:52 AM
WellingtonAssault charge laid after baby found to have multiple broken bonesThe 3-month-old had a broken arm and fractures to her upper and lower body.06 Aug 01:52 AM
New ZealandFishing ban extended around Napier's new artificial reef, plan to sink trawler progressingThe fishing ban in a small area off Napier to boost lobster, cod and other species.06 Aug 01:22 AM
New ZealandStudent rescued after being left behind on school mountain biking tripThe student was stranded for hours after being separated while on the school trip. 06 Aug 01:10 AM
New ZealandParents' anger as sex offending Akl teacher travels abroad while young victim awaits closureShe admitted to sending nude photos to a boy under 12.06 Aug 01:09 AM
New ZealandKāinga Ora cuts plans for 72 new homes in Whakatāne The housing agency plans to sell 36 hectares of surplus land nationwide.06 Aug 01:01 AM
New ZealandHobson's Pledge Māori ward billboardsA Rotorua kuia is devastated after discovering her image is being used by a political lobby group that’s pushing to abolish Māori wards. Video / Aukaha NewsWatch06 Aug 12:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamily on why kids should never be banned from farm work: 'It empowers them'Firewood, pest control, raising stock - Lewis, 14, and sister Esther, 12, do it all.06 Aug 12:26 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'You're not going on the motorway!' - dashcam captures car heading wrong way on roadMotorists were left bewildered following the incident on the Waikato Expressway.06 Aug 12:10 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisKate MacNamaraGovt allocates $25m for potential referendum on four-year termsFinance Minister Nicola Willis reduced the original budget from $33.057m to $25m.06 Aug 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Pretty epic': Why this man walked 12-hours overnight in sub-zero temperaturesThe hardest part was from 2am to 6am: 'It’s pretty cold, and it’s a little bit lonely.'06 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Don't give up': Communities in rural police shake-up warned to fight hardMayor emphasises non-financial benefits of local police in rural areas.06 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandPerson charged with assault after March incidentThe man is due to appear in court on August 7.05 Aug 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonCrown observer says Tory Whanau made right call not to seek re-electionLindsay McKenzie says the mayor's lack of local government experience has showed.05 Aug 11:44 PM
New ZealandNational Youth Theatre responds after entertainer and ex-worker charged with rape, groomingThe man's identity was revealed last night. 05 Aug 11:25 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Finance minister addresses NZ’s rising unemployment rateFinance Minister Nicola Willis speaks to media after unemployment rate hits 5.2%.Watch05 Aug 11:16 PM
New ZealandMeet your Rotorua candidates for the regional councilRotorua voters have 11 options to pick from, with 3 contenders for the Ōkūrei Māori seat.05 Aug 11:10 PM
New Zealand'Masterwork' by famous Kiwi artist bought for $79 valued at more than $100,000 The painting was discarded in a storage barn before its true value was discovered. 05 Aug 11:08 PM
New Zealand'Voices not heard': Marina takes another step, Bay of Islands iwi oppose fast-track planThe marina will offer berths for 200-250 boats, including 14 superyacht spaces.05 Aug 11:06 PM
New Zealand'Cowardly assault': Man attacked, robbed at West Auckland major train stationTeenage boy arrested, police seeking second suspect after mugging at major transport hub.05 Aug 10:50 PM
PoliticsHow Govt is preparing to ditch the petrol tax and move all cars to road user chargesMinisters want it to be like paying for Netflix.05 Aug 10:34 PM
New ZealandUniversity clears student after exam cheating accusation processDavid, who has Asperger’s and ADHD, was accused of cheating in a June exam.05 Aug 10:11 PM
New ZealandIs this the toastie capital of NZ? City has two cafes in competition finalsHead judge Kerry Tyack said having two finalists from one city was impressive.05 Aug 09:43 PM
New ZealandK9 team partners in crime-fightingScott and Chip's role involves tracking offenders and supporting frontline police and AOS.05 Aug 09:36 PM
New ZealandPrices rise again in latest GDTThere was a 0.7% increase across the board in the latest event.05 Aug 09:24 PM
New ZealandDashcam footage captures wrong-way driver on Waikato Expressway off-rampA confused driver attempts to enter Waikato Expressway from an exit-ramp, forcing motorists to stop.Watch05 Aug 08:58 PM
Business'A lot of collateral damage': Business tax debt nears $1.4bBusinesses owe over $1.4b in unpaid GST and PAYE for the 2025 tax year.05 Aug 08:57 PM
New ZealandCheck your bill: Herald analysis finds big errors in Akl rates notices, owner overcharged $400k A $444,766 rates bill has been revised to $14,578. Council said errors are isolated.05 Aug 08:29 PM
New ZealandElderly woman dies a day after being struck by bus on Auckland street She was taken to hospital with critical injuries and died in hospital.05 Aug 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Serious safety risk': Police warn as copper thieves tamper with powerlinesPowerline tampering and thefts in Christchurch have led to power outages.05 Aug 07:54 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Disheartening': Why a bid to house homeless people in pods fell overA local business made the $2500 pods. A charity bought some. Then plans began unravelling.05 Aug 07:30 PM
New ZealandUnexplained death in Auckland park after hardware store burglaryPolice were called after a store alarm was set off around 1.30am. 05 Aug 07:16 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of August 4 - 10Rod Emmerson's take on the week.05 Aug 07:07 PM