AucklandPolice seek pool visitors after unexplained Devonport death on New Year’s DayPolice say a group, including one adult and two children, used the pool at the property.07 Jan 03:01 AM
New ZealandŌhope golf course turns tree error into restoration planA court order requires new plantings over three years and looking after them for 10.07 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandCourt rejects climate protester’s hand-drawn $50 note featuring Shane JonesThe note shows Jones, a vulture and the Beehive in place of the images on the legal note.07 Jan 02:48 AM
New ZealandAussie heatwave set to cook Hawke's Bay as sizzler extends eastwardsMetservice has forecast temperatures as high as 37C in Hawke's Bay on Sunday.07 Jan 02:25 AM
Auckland'Looking for trouble': Young woman charged after unprovoked assaults at Auckland bus stationPolice say the woman was caught trying to flee into live traffic. 07 Jan 02:07 AM
OpinionNZ Herald comments: The stories open for discussion todayWant to have your say on our stories? Here's how.07 Jan 02:03 AM
New ZealandPreparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threatWhat to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.07 Jan 02:01 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: What empire did the Romans defeat in the Punic Wars?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.07 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandHundreds gather in Northland to remember the Battle of Ruapekapeka PāThe 180th anniversary events commemorate the final engagement of the 1845-46 Northern War.07 Jan 01:57 AM
New ZealandTragic end in search for missing tramper, body foundA large-scale search has been underway for Connor Purvis, who planned to climb Mt Huxley. 07 Jan 01:50 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Wednesday, January 7, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Hacker claims ManageMyHealth hack ending and Trump has no claim to Greenland, says Danish MP | Wednesday, January 7, 2026Watch07 Jan 01:23 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather warning: Wednesday, January 7, 2026.MetService severe weather warning: Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch07 Jan 01:19 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Duped and conned': Toxic fight over failed housing project leaves landowner $20m in debtFailed project could leave multiple parties with tens-of-millions of dollars in losses.07 Jan 01:00 AM
Wellington'They’ll never be forgotten': Mum unveils Sanson memorial after children killed in triple homicideChelsey Field says she's been touched by the kindness of 'complete strangers'. 07 Jan 12:46 AM
CrimeMother of children killed in Sanson unveils memorial plaqueChelsey Field lost her three young children in what police now describe as a triple homicide and arson. Video / Viv's KitchenWatch07 Jan 12:05 AM
New Zealand45 GP practices affected by Manage My Health cyber hack identified in one regionUrgent High Court injunctions have revealed the scale of two recent cyber attacks.06 Jan 11:29 PM
New ZealandMotorists warned to avoid major Christchurch road after serious crashThe crash between a car and motorbike happened about 11am on Curletts Rd.06 Jan 11:19 PM
New ZealandGreat white hopes: Tagging project back under way as sharks return to BayPublic donors can name and follow tagged sharks via the Great White App.06 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Particularly low act': Man charged over theft of nine war plaques from cemeteryNine plaques vanished from St John's Cemetery over a month last year. 06 Jan 10:47 PM
AucklandSerious crash shuts Dairy Flat road as Auckland motorways hit by chaosPolice shut all northbound lanes at Greville Rd from about 10.50am.06 Jan 10:32 PM
New ZealandManage My Health hackers remove information about patient data onlineHackers calling themselves 'Kazu' had posted samples of the stolen data.06 Jan 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I'm not ashamed': Rape complainant who later had relationship with cop goes publicThe IPCA has reopened an inquiry into a complaint against the Christchurch detective.06 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ universities accepting English proficiency tests through DuolingoStudents get verified online and receive English results within two days.06 Jan 08:53 PM
New Zealand6yo's tonsil surgery death: Officials didn't do enough to support grieving family, review findsOfficials refuse to release the full report, citing the bereaved family's wishes. 06 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Screaming for help near rocks': Lifeguards race to save trio at Tairua BeachOne person was flown to hospital by helicopter, while two went by road.06 Jan 07:57 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of January 5 - 11Rod Emmerson's take on the week.06 Jan 07:14 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday January 7, 2025Morning Headlines | Trump speaks at Republican retreat, rodeo popularity rises on cusp of new regulations | Wednesday January 7, 2025Watch06 Jan 07:12 PM
New ZealandBig year ahead: Waikato’s event calendar already packedOn January 24, five events are already scheduled across the region.06 Jan 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘One part terrified, one part really angry’: Assault victim’s anger over health hackHackers are demanding US$60,000 or they say they will leak 400,000 files.06 Jan 05:10 PM
New ZealandSinger with cancer swaps mic for bike and credits forest rides for his survivalThe former Ready To Roll star has beaten cancer three times.06 Jan 05:01 PM
New Zealand'It's never too late': Mum with MS starts new career as police officerHolly Pass initially thought her MS diagnosis would hold her back.06 Jan 05:01 PM
New Zealand'Treated like a terrorist': Lodge owners fume at six-hour council raidCompliance officers and police asked dozens of tenants to leave, then broke through locks.06 Jan 05:00 PM
OpinionI broke my back in a mountain bike crash, now every descent is a bonusOPINION: I still remember the sound of the helicopter blades echoing through the trees.06 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLeague'I just want to help': Former Warriors star on using Instagram to mentor youngstersElijah Taylor wants to use social media to inspire and help the next generation.06 Jan 04:01 PM
