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Two men winched out Fiordland River after Christmas Day capsize
Two men winched out Fiordland River after Christmas Day capsize, the rescue was one of 20 on Christmas Day.
‘Absolutely devastating’: Promising young rugby player killed in crash before Christmas
The 18-year-old has been described as a wonderful person who everyone loved.
Christmas Day capsize: Two men found clinging to boat in Fiordland
Photos show the helicopter hovering over the men before they were rescued.
Rāhui in place as family gather at Ōhope for man who swam from police
Police have instructed holidaymakers to stay out of the water.
Shoppers pack the stores for Boxing Day spending sprees
Kiwis have packed into stores on one of the busiest shopping days of the year.
Store owners "pretty happy" with Boxing Day sales
Plenty of shoppers around for Boxing Day sales but few loaded up with bargains
Retailers cashing in on customers' happy vibes
Boxing Day shoppers in Rotorua and Tauranga are happy to be spending.
Watch: 'Pretty freaky' - Bottles thrown from car, man punched in Christmas Day road-rage attack
A family who witnessed the incident said it caused disruption and fear.
Search continues for missing Ōhope man
The man swam away from police and has not been seen since 6pm yesterday evening.
Decent weather to open festival but rain likely for New Year’s Eve
Many sites north of Gisborne were hit with 100mm of rain over a 24 hour period.
Auckland’s Karanga Plaza Pool declared unsafe to swim days after opening
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown had described the pool as “really nice”.
Afternoon quiz: Who succeeded Winston Churchill as Prime Minister of the UK in 1955?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Heavy traffic heading to Auckland Airport for Boxing Day sales and flights
One airport shareholder is furious with bosses for building a mall.
‘Yeah nah’: Nearly 5000 unwanted Christmas gifts flood Trade Me
The gifts range from a used hair removal tool to a banana duct-taped to a wall.
Family shattered after ‘precious toddler’ killed in Christmas Day driveway tragedy
Police are investigating after the child was struck by a vehicle yesterday.
Opinion: How Māori scholarship reshapes our understanding of history
'Maranga! Maranga! Maranga!' empowers Māori history, offering diverse, scholarly essays.
Final year of school to remember: 'I wasn’t thinking I would make it to where I did'
A Year 13 student achieves success – and has big career goals.
Gisborne tops country in Givealittle generosity for 2024
'This shows that even smaller communities can have an outsized impact'.
One dead after crash on SH35 between Gisborne and Bay of Plenty
One lane of the road remains closed with traffic management near the crash scene.
It started with a $1.2m money drop: King Cobras and the Air NZ baggage handlers
Inside the police investigation which uncovered corruption at Auckland Airport.
Summer quiz: What does the abbreviation Eftpos stand for?
Test your brains with the Herald’s summer quiz.
Aquarium work includes all the 'icky' bits
'Picking up penguin poo is not even that bad, especially when I get to do my dream job.'
‘Pretty disgusting’: Gisborne Hospital roads under fire for poor condition
Gisborne Hospital tackles road issues; safety prioritised in repair plans.
Severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Nth Island, orange heavy rain warning issued
Some localised downpours of 25-40mm/h are possible.
Art exhibition, winery party and R&V on in Tairāwhiti this weekend
What is on in Tairāwhiti this weekend and beyond?
Auckland rail shutdown begins: What you need to know
Auckland's railway lines will have no trains operating on them for the next 32 days.
‘Drongos like you’: Mayor hits back at trolls in Christmas video
'You're a bit of a d***, mate.'
South Auckland councillor to stand down at next elections
'It is important to know when to step aside and let new blood come through.'
Air New Zealand brings the magic to those flying on Christmas Day
Air New Zealand surprises hundreds of passengers missing Christmas Day with holiday magic at 30,000 feet. Video / Air New Zealand
Ōtorohanga man who vanished on Christmas Day found safe
He was reported missing by his family.
Business mentor’s journey from sports-loving teen to industry leader
Kiri McRae's journey from class disruptor to logistics pro inspires as a business mentor.
Auckland road rage incident on Christmas Day
Dangerous driving and bottle throwing led to a road rage confrontation in Flat Bush, Auckland on Christmas Day. Video / Supplied
Shark attacks rare in NZ, but swimmers should be wary
People should remember 'it is their supermarket we are venturing into', scientist says.