TalanoaNew Zealand to help Samoa battle dengue fever outbreakFive children have died from the mosquito-borne viral illness in Samoa.05 Aug 05:20 AM
New ZealandDoctors on alert as dengue fever cases surge among people returning from overseasMore than 2000 dengue cases have been reported in Samoa since April, with multiple deaths.05 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase on bus denied bailThe 27-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with neglect.05 Aug 04:47 AM
New Zealand'Must be a turning point': Pharmacists call for change after baby given 13 times prescribed doseAn intern pharmacist misread the dosage, leading to the fatal error.05 Aug 04:33 AM
New ZealandMeet the candidates running for Bay of Plenty Regional CouncilThere are 18 in the race for Tauranga's seats, 11 for Western Bay and three for Mauao.05 Aug 04:26 AM
New ZealandWhy a pub owner ditched travel plans to run for re-electionWhat drove Gregg Brown back into Rotorua's election race, after saying he would step down.05 Aug 04:15 AM
New ZealandRecord facility investment recorded for Gisborne's economic development agencyTrust Tairāwhiti supported 216 local businesses, delivering $114k in capability funding.05 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandUnlicensed security guards accused of listening to police scanner, responding to events Police say Brent Shaw turned up at incidents before them and questioned people. 05 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandGovt eases consent rules for small sheds, garages, sleepoutsStructures under 10 square metres no longer need to meet boundary setbacks.05 Aug 03:58 AM
New ZealandMan involved in daylight gang shooting breaches home detentionA teen offender who promised to change and avoided jail is back in court.05 Aug 03:30 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay elections guide: 114 candidates and some fierce competition aheadThe most contested seat is in Hastings-Havelock North, with 17 candidates for seven seats.05 Aug 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGovt, healthcare and bank staff passwords for sale on dark web – security expertThe cyber security expert also shares his top tip for keeping your login safe.05 Aug 03:15 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Which nerve is primarily responsible for triggering a sneeze?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.05 Aug 03:00 AM
WellingtonPolice dive team searches for missing diver in Wellington HarbourPolice were called at 11am after the diver failing to surface off Lower Hutt.05 Aug 02:44 AM
New ZealandTauranga GP honoured for 'investing in the next generation of doctors'In between patients, he manages an avocado orchard and writes stories.05 Aug 02:39 AM
PoliticsGovt to pass marine and coastal area bill despite court ruling in its favourThe Government says a Supreme Court ruling ‘doesn’t go far enough’.05 Aug 02:35 AM
New ZealandTeen hospitalised after youth gang attack at Auckland train stationA 15-year-old was attacked at Avondale Train Station before having his shoes stolen.05 Aug 02:34 AM
New ZealandPolice seek witnesses after man assaulted while walking with wife The suspect, walking two dogs, left the man with facial injuries and a concussion.05 Aug 02:03 AM
New ZealandThe Country: TB on Jeremy Clarkson's farmNathan Guy, Cameron Bagrie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Farmer Tom Martin.05 Aug 01:41 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Is bureaucracy slowing innovation in NZ farming?OPINION: NZ risks falling behind as innovation in biologicals outpace regulation.05 Aug 01:39 AM
New ZealandMan who allegedly killed brother, stole car at gunpoint gives up suppressionJack Hargreaves faces charges of murder, aggravated robbery and failing to stop for police05 Aug 12:38 AM
New Zealand'Three life sentences': Whānau's anger after man admits killing three in railway crossing crashThe 36-year-old admitted five charges, including three of manslaughter.05 Aug 12:08 AM
AucklandWatch: Man bitten by police dog, tasered at Auckland reserve was wanted for aggravated robberyThe man fled police on foot into mangroves before assaulting officers and being tasered.05 Aug 12:03 AM
PoliticsEducation Minister Erica Stanford defends ‘hasty’ six-week consultation period for NCEA upheavalThe upheaval will see the decades-old NCEA scheme abolished completely. 04 Aug 11:50 PM
New ZealandDunedin pub hit with booze ban after 'premium ham' and lawnmower giveaway promotionA Christmas drinks promo has landed The Kensington in Dunedin a brief alcohol suspension.04 Aug 11:10 PM
OpinionOpinion: NZ is looking for a deal over Trump’s new tariffs – that could come with a high political priceNZ negotiator Vangelis Vitalis is in Washington to address the tariffs.04 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthland College faces intervention after scathing ERO reportPrincipal Duane Allen emphasises ongoing efforts to address problems raised.04 Aug 11:00 PM
EntertainmentShotover Jet Documentary Trailer: Sixty Years of ThrillsA new documentary tracing Shotover Jet's journey from humble beginnings will screen in October during Air New Zealand flights.Watch04 Aug 10:49 PM
New ZealandWeka and chips? The argument for farming native wildlifeResearcher Dray Mark reckons NZ conservation efforts need some “outside the box” thinking.04 Aug 10:38 PM
Auckland Police investigate after 2-month-old baby taken to hospital with serious injuriesThe injured newborn presented at Middlemore Hospital in South Auckland overnight. 04 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Education Minister Erica Stanford speaks to mediaEducation Minister Erica Stanford speaks to the media.Watch04 Aug 10:16 PM
Christchurch'He lost everything': Community rallies around 84yo devastated by house firePopular volunteer worker Ronnie Dunbar is in hospital with burn injuries.04 Aug 10:04 PM
New Zealand‘NCEA is still worthy’: Minister denies students sitting axed qualification will be disadvantagedChanges will be phased in from 2028, with pupils in Year 9 now to be the last to sit NCEA.04 Aug 08:12 PM
New Zealand'Huge backward step': Debate over Govt's new education proposalThe new system replaces NCEA with national qualifications over five years.04 Aug 07:58 PM
