New ZealandKea Kids News: Drones make Matariki even brighter in RotoruaTwinkle twinkle little drone! Reporter Kanoa is in Rotorua, where the Aronui Arts Festival and 300 of its best drone friends take to the skies to tell magical Matariki stories.Watch06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBalancing power: What the employment law changes mean for youComment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsShould stealing kids be protected from citizen’s arrest? Child welfare watchdog airs concernsChief Children’s Commissioner says children should be free from 'all forms of violence'.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Serious-to-critical': Crash shuts SH1 in Northland, delays expectedEmergency services were called to the scene about 7.45pm.06 Jul 08:48 AM
Crime'No bad blood': Inmate apologises for shanking prison officerThe guard was lured from his office and then attacked by the prisoner.06 Jul 08:00 AM
Wellington'Exercise caution': Investigation into Kiwi's death in elephant attackAlison Taylor died alongside her relative, Easton Janet Taylor, while on safari in Africa.06 Jul 06:58 AM
New ZealandPolice respond to assault at pool: One hospitalised, charges laidThe incident occurred at around 3.15pm on Littlebourne Road.06 Jul 06:31 AM
New Zealand'Harrowing incident': Coastguard rescues boaties after 3m waves hit vessel near MotunauOne person was swept off the boat and into the water during the incident.06 Jul 06:20 AM
CrimeCaught on tape: Identity finally revealed of Jaguar-driving teen behind CBD rampagePolice and footpath pedestrians had to dodge the vehicle to avoid getting run over.06 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandNine Lotto players win nearly $31k each in Second Division – where tickets were soldLotto First Division Powerball was not struck and has jackpotted to $10m on Wednesday.06 Jul 05:31 AM
New Zealand'Remarkable' drugs: Benefits and drawbacks of Wegovy revealedSemaglutide drugs Ozempic and Wegovy are now available in New Zealand.06 Jul 04:12 AM
New ZealandTraumatised woman who found 'real love and care' in NZ avoids deportationImmigration and Protection Tribunal finds woman in 'genuine relationship'.06 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandAir NZ flight lands safely in Auckland after hydraulic issueFlight ANZ538 was travelling from Christchurch to Auckland.06 Jul 03:15 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What is the main language spoken in Egypt?Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.06 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandSick social housing tenant fights eviction bid linked to disruptive visitorsThe Tenancy Tribunal heard she was 'extremely vulnerable' and was likely being exploited.06 Jul 03:00 AM
AucklandWatch: Large fire engulfs incomplete apartments in MāngereThree two-storey units were well alight.06 Jul 02:30 AM
New ZealandLarge fire engulfs incomplete apartments in MāngereA large fire has broken out at an apartment building in Māngere that was still under construction. Video / NZ Herald, SuppliedWatch06 Jul 02:16 AM
New ZealandNZ actress accuses Australian policeman of using CCTV to spy on herLewis ran for mayor in Hamilton and Auckland. Earlier, she streaked at All Blacks game. 06 Jul 12:48 AM
New Zealand'There's still a lot to do': Road safety concerns despite $47m upgradesThe road rebuild in Northland cost $47 million over nine months.06 Jul 12:00 AM
New Zealand26-year-old beats six finalists to win Young Farmer of the YearHe hopes to showcase young talent and highlight tech opportunities in farming.05 Jul 11:41 PM
New ZealandMan dies on hunting trip on Stewart Island, police launch investigationSearch and Rescue team flying above remote island spotted man dead near Lords River. 05 Jul 11:39 PM
PoliticsMandatory sentences could replace judge discretion – GoldsmithThat would be an alternative to the normal 'maximum' sentence regime.05 Jul 11:35 PM
New Zealand'Safety risks': Concerns as hospital security guards double as cleanersSecurity guards at two rural hospitals have been doubling as cleaners on the same shift. 05 Jul 10:45 PM
New Zealand'It tore me to shreds': Rod Stewart on age-gap love and split with Rachel Hunter Stewart, 80, has made rare comments about his ex-wife. They share two children. 05 Jul 10:31 PM
New ZealandDozens dead, missing in Texas floods, infant death investigated | NZ Herald News Update: July 6 2025Dozens dead, more missing in Texas floods. Death of infant investigated in Foxton. Palestine activists designated as terrorists in UK. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Jul 10:18 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandDeath on a Remuera street: The tall, ‘harmless’ man with a tragic backgroundJules Turk, 74, was a common sight on Shore Rd in Remuera, with his spiky, coloured hair. 05 Jul 09:16 PM
New ZealandNoel Edmonds to marry again: British TV star proposes in hot tub in NZ The Deal or No Deal host has plans to do up a chapel on his Tasman estate. 05 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandFrench fare leaves sour taste after bakers vanish, leaving unpaid bills'There was always a story about where money was coming from.'05 Jul 08:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBusinessman loses $11.5k in bank transfer error, wages five-year legal battle to ID recipientThe wrongful recipient claimed she thought the money was 'inheritance'. 05 Jul 08:00 PM
New ZealandBid for inquiry into Ōhinemutu sewage spills failsA cracked pipe last month led to sewage spilling into a geothermal pond in Ruapeka Bay.05 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandRegion's first learning hub for migrant parents a 'transformative step' The hub is aimed at empowering families to better understand NZ's education system.05 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandFlaxmere Woolworths site work begins, supermarket built by mid-2026A big chain is coming to compete with the independent Flaxmere Supermarket.05 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouple behind lauded cocktail bar call it a day: 'I don’t think people are prioritising social lives''They would rather have eight streaming services than go and get a drink and a bite.'05 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Where have our statesmen gone?OPINION: Tougher penalties for assaulting first responders will hopefully make role safer.05 Jul 05:00 PM
