PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Crisis': Devastated McCain growers want an overhaul of food value chain'The question we have to ask is, why can't they make money?'24 Mar 11:16 PM
New ZealandFarmers urged to adopt saving measures as fuel prices biteFarmers and growers reminded that they don't always have to use the biggest tractor.24 Mar 11:09 PM
New ZealandEmbattled Dunedin councillor reads from Kafka before being censured, urged to resignBenedict Ong lost his deputy technology role and museum posts, cutting his pay package.24 Mar 11:02 PM
New ZealandNZ-born US Marine facing deportation’s last hope: Will Congress or President Trump step in?Paul Canton spoke to the Herald about his case and how his options are running out. 24 Mar 11:00 PM
AucklandHow two faulty vehicles sparked $1.4m Tongariro fires a month apartThe two SH47 fires were sparked by faulty vehicles a month and a few hundred metres apart.24 Mar 10:54 PM
CrimeMan accused of violent home invasion rape extradited from Asia to stand trialHe has pleaded not guilty to all 12 charges. 24 Mar 10:49 PM
New ZealandDunedin councillor Ong censured, mayor calls for resignationBenedict Ong has been stripped of roles and faces a pay cut following a “very serious” breach of the council code of conduct.Watch24 Mar 10:49 PM
Wellington'No more possums, rats, stoats': Govt announces plans for Wellington to become first predator-free city'People aren’t coming to New Zealand to see feral cats or possums,' Tama Potaka says.24 Mar 10:23 PM
PoliticsSpeaker Gerry Brownlee asks judge to 'recall' and reconsider expelled Te Pāti Māori MP rulingMariameno Kapa-Kingi is the MP for the Māori seat of Te Tai Tokerau.24 Mar 10:17 PM
New ZealandPod of common dolphins sighted on Whanganui coastA pod of common dolphins swam alongside a Whanganui fisherman's boat on Monday morning between Kai Iwi and Ototoka Beach.Watch24 Mar 10:07 PM
New Zealand'Perfect storm': Diesel, shipping costs put logging operators under pressureForest Management's group director says remote forests may soon be uneconomic to harvest.24 Mar 10:01 PM
New ZealandDog mauling leaves family pet fighting for life, sparks call for tougher lawsThe 11-year-old dog suffered extreme injuries and has already had two surgeries.24 Mar 09:56 PM
New Zealand'An exciting time': Te Arawa buys iconic Rotorua Duck Tours businessTe Arawa Lakes Trust said the strategic move will create jobs for descendants.24 Mar 09:55 PM
New ZealandOne critical after car hits tree on Rotorua's Fenton StPolice tape remains around the car and tree on the Fenton St median.24 Mar 09:55 PM
WellingtonCar flips upside down into stream in rural WellingtonPolice say Mākara Beach Rd will stay closed until at least 11.30am.24 Mar 09:26 PM
CompaniesQantas cuts some Jetstar services to NZ amid rising jet fuel pricesMore than 55 flights have reportedly been cut from the route.24 Mar 09:18 PM
New ZealandHouse fire in Bay of PlentyFire ripped through this Te Puke house. Video / SuppliedWatch24 Mar 09:14 PM
New ZealandWaipawa to get $100,000 town centre refresh with park, library and sign upgrades'Welcome to Waipawa' signs will be refreshed and relocated as part of town improvements. 24 Mar 09:07 PM
New Zealand'I've got to drive': The towns with little choice amid fuel crisis'I think people are going to have to look at car-sharing, or going without a car.'24 Mar 08:50 PM
New ZealandVehicle 'stolen at gunpoint' in dangerous dash across city before being spiked, crashing - policePolice officers found two handguns and a large amount of live ammunition in the car.24 Mar 08:41 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYRyan Bridge: Why you're paying $5600 a year | Ryan Bridge TODAYOff the back of National's fuel-relief package, Ryan Bridge asks what $50 a week will cost us in the long run. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch24 Mar 08:39 PM
New ZealandBoard accused of interfering in Columba College, accuses ministry of ‘overstepping’ in turnStaff told officials they feared retribution if they raised concerns.24 Mar 08:29 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYHerald NOW Panel: Grant Schofield and Sarah Sparks | Ryan Bridge TODAYFuel packages, lotto and check your lumps. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch24 Mar 07:54 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYHow to win $60 million on Lotto | Ryan Bridge TODAYLotto NZ CEO Jason Delamore says there will be more winners, and a bigger Powerball jackpot, but it will be harder to win. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch24 Mar 07:17 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay man accused of kidnapping, rape as police seek more informationThe 37-year-old was arrested on Monday and remains in custody.24 Mar 06:59 PM
New Zealand'Implausible': Coroner in notorious Beckenridge case rules out staging death, fleeing theory New findings say it's likely the pair died when their vehicle went off a cliff in 2015.24 Mar 06:50 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYOne million cows collared by Halter, $120m tagged for Revolut NZ, medium-term focus for RBNZUK Neobank Revolut growing local operation, Halter expanding into Ireland, UK & South America backed by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, RBNZ not warning firms but watching pricing.Watch24 Mar 06:50 PM
New ZealandCrews battle Bay of Plenty house fireCrews from five Bay of Plenty stations fought the blaze for five hours.24 Mar 06:48 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of March 23 - 29Rod Emmerson's take on the week.24 Mar 06:42 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYHow much extra will you pay? Reserve Bank chief economist weighs in | Ryan Bridge TODAYRBNZ chief economist Paul Conway joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch24 Mar 06:35 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, March 25, 2026NZ Herald Morning Headlines | John Beckenridge case, the Government's $50 fuel subsidy, Hastings' McCain vegetable factory to shut.Watch24 Mar 06:26 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYIsrael ramps up campaign in Lebanon | Ryan Bridge TODAYUS-Iran peace talks could happen this week as Israel ramps up its campaign in Lebanon. Video / Ryan Bridge, TODAYWatch24 Mar 06:15 PM
New ZealandSmall eruption spotted at Whakaari-White IslandThere are no sensors on the island, so experts rely on cameras and flights.24 Mar 06:01 PM
New ZealandMetService morning weather update: March 25MetService morning weather update: March 25.Watch24 Mar 06:01 PM