New ZealandKiwis demand harsher penalties for drink-drivers, survey showsFifty-nine per cent want heavier fines for drunk and disorderly behaviour.09 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: It's a long walk to Maungawhau StationOPINION: We need to make sure people have easy access to CRL train stations09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: 11-year-old is blazing up the track and breaking world records!Reporter Joseph is in Hawke’s Bay, where Taradale kid Jack is celebrating after unofficially beating a world record for running a 5k race in Rotorua. Video / Kea Kids NewsWatch09 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Insider threat': NZ and Pacific being corrupted by organised crime - expertsExperts recommend a national anti-corruption agency to investigate reports of bribery.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s all backwards’: Father admitted to bar thanks to his daughter"It was a very proud moment to say the least." 09 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘One-in-a-million’ Gisborne netball coach to be farewelled after sudden deathIconic, legendary netball coach Ronnie Martin's funeral service is on today.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Where was New Zealand's first McDonald's?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPedestrian seriously injured on SH8 in OtagoThe accident was on State Highway 8, near Roxburgh.09 Jun 08:59 AM
New ZealandCustoms busts $600k meth haul hidden in portable BBQA 45-year-old foreign national appeared in court today.09 Jun 08:28 AM
Crime'Astonishing' road rage: Campervan driver assaults elderly man on highwayAnother motorist was forced off the road to avoid a collision with Daly.09 Jun 08:00 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori attack Greta Thunberg’s ‘abduction’, Israel says she’s safeIsraeli forces intercepted ship destined to deliver aid to Gaza. 09 Jun 07:58 AM
New Zealand‘I’ve never worked a day’: Radio’s Brian Kelly on 55 years pursuing a childhood dream'When I was 5, I wanted to be a radio announcer – and I've followed that dream.'09 Jun 07:53 AM
New ZealandDentist criticised after woman's painful dental ordeal revealedThe dentist failed to explain the risks, leading to a prolonged undiagnosed infection.09 Jun 07:18 AM
New ZealandNZ's richest people got wealthier in the past year. Did you?Here's how the average New Zealander's wealth compares to the rich list.09 Jun 07:12 AM
New ZealandPrivate ambulance operators accused of doctoring records to obtain morphine and fentanyl The couple claimed to treat a man who had been dead for three years.09 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandSuspected arson in Auckland City Hospital ED sees man arrestedAnother fire allegedly deliberately lit inside carpark building at the hospital complex. 09 Jun 06:45 AM
New ZealandRotorua CBD crash: Woman charged with wounding with intentA woman received serious injuries and was still in hospital.09 Jun 06:09 AM
New ZealandIDF board Greta Thunberg's aid ship and the end of 3G approaches | NZ Herald News Afternoon UpdateIsraeli forces board a Gaza-bound aid vessel and capture activist Greta Thunberg, plus Telcos prepare for 3G network's demise. Video / NZ Herald, AFPWatch09 Jun 06:02 AM
New Zealand'The man cannot be trusted': Former rogue cop John Dewar jailed for company theftThe judge said the 73-year-old enjoyed a high level of trust in his role as CEO.09 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandCancer campaigner dies after eight-year battle'An ambassador, advocate, incredible fundraiser and friend.'09 Jun 05:33 AM
New ZealandCourt martial for NZ soldier accused of filming women during sex without consentCorporal Manu Smith has pleaded not guilty to all charges.09 Jun 05:15 AM
New ZealandOver 1200 exhibitions to open at Fieldays 2025'Fieldays is our home for four days each year. A space for connection and celebration.'09 Jun 05:03 AM
New ZealandBoy racers targeted in small town NZ: Cops 'surprised' 33% of cars stopped were not roadworthyOnly 8 of the 161 vehicles police pulled over had zero faults.09 Jun 04:46 AM
New ZealandMark Robinson resigns as NZ Rugby CEO after six yearsHis tenure included managing through Covid-19, a $200 million Silver Lake deal, and financial challenges.Watch09 Jun 04:40 AM
New ZealandLata Visinia: 29 and widowedLata Visinia lost her husband, James Visinia, to cancer. She was left to raise two children under 2 and is sharing what life has been like two years on. Video / Michael CraigWatch09 Jun 04:20 AM
New ZealandSam Carter wins Hawke's Bay Young Grower titleCarter's keen for others to give horticulture a go: “Once you try it, you can get hooked”.09 Jun 04:17 AM
New ZealandSnow-like sighting creates a flurry as temperatures plummetA bitterly cold front moving north delivered temperatures of less than 4C.09 Jun 04:00 AM
PoliticsGovt makes another investment into tourism marketingIt's predicted to lead to another 72,000 visitors. 09 Jun 03:30 AM
New ZealandRebecca Fisher wins lifetime achievement award for horticulture leadership'Her enthusiasm for the sector, tenacity, & ability to get stuff done is second to none.'09 Jun 03:28 AM
New ZealandLotto's detective work tracks down $500k prize winner after ticket lostThe ticket was purchased last June at an Auckland supermarket. 09 Jun 03:07 AM
New ZealandNew self-service petrol station targets Whangārei's high pricesThe Porowini Ave U-GO opening Tuesday will be the first outside of Auckland.09 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'It means a lot': Hunting contest's crucial role in rural rescue'Pongaroar' brings together hundreds of hunters, farmers, locals and spectators.09 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: When did Labubu characters first appear? Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.09 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandMPI to review controls for tomato virusTomato brown rugose fruit virus can reduce crop yields by 70%.09 Jun 02:30 AM