Mountain biking event returns to Whangamatā
Hundreds of mountain bikers will take on a 20km course in Whangamatā.
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Petrol cars could be hit with road user charges from 2027
Simeon Brown announced plans for moving all light vehicles to the RUC system.
Overnight deal buys Darleen Tana more time, but Greens keen to 'move on'
The parties struck a deal before Thursday's court hearing.
Rescue of caged puppy from floodwaters prompts pet safety reminder
The puppy was 'at real risk' of drowning.
Destination Hospice Shop to rival Frankton
Te Awamutu Hospice Shop aims to be a $1m business within five years.
Sir Bill leaves his mark on cancer research
Te Awamutu College Dux makes his mark in cancer research field.
'Butchered' cherry trees not a pretty sight
Cherry trees on Pirongia Golf Course 'butchered' by contractors.
Serious injuries after vehicle crashes into power pole
Road at Hamurana, near Rotorua, blocked and live wires are down.
'Very large dent': Police say mass gang arrests have disrupted drug trade
Police arrest 18 men as part of an 8-month-long investigation.
Ricardo Menendez-March speaks to media
Ricardo Menendez-March speaks to media live in Wellington. Video / NZ Herald
'Tragic accident': Coroner rules child died after oven tipped on her
'Dearly loved' girl’s death a reminder of need for constant adult supervision - Coroner.
Fuel taxes could be gone by 2027, tolls coming for new roads
The end of fuel taxes could come sooner than thought.
Inside story: When police took down the Comanchero hierarchy
Exclusive book extract on how detectives investigated the Comancheros motorcycle gang.
NZ supports Taiwan’s Pacific forum links amid report China pushing for exclusion
Luxon confirmed he met with the US yesterday but Aukus wasn't discussed.
Pacific Music Awards: The top 5 artists to win big over the years
Some of the Pacific's and NZ's most well-known artists will be celebrated big tonight.
Air New Zealand reveal financial results
Air New Zealand’s underlying profit has dived, more than halving to $222 million. Video / Air NZ
Police speak to media about Comancheros bust
Police have arrested every patched member of the Christchurch chapter of the Comancheros. Video / NZ Herald
Polkinghorne murder trial not sitting today, defence to open tomorrow
The trial will resume on Friday at 10am.
'Really great timing': New China deer velvet deal a relief for industry
New Zealand exports about $70 million worth of velvet to China each year.
Motorcycle enthusiasts to converge on Coromandel town
Kickdown Festival with music and motorcycles set to return to Whangamatā.
'Worst nightmare': Kiwi skydiving instructor dies after botched landing
His dad, a Kiwi skydiver of 30 years, was with him the day of the fateful fall.
Person dies on Takanini train line - delays, cancellations expected
Auckland Transport is warning of train delays and cancellations.
‘Significant investigation’: Five people charged over ACC fraud
The group were making fraudulent ACC claims, police allege.
'A real stretch': Law expert says Darleen Tana's chances of winning in court 'not good'
Tana is seeking a judicial review to avoid being booted from Parliament.
Tana heads to court and Paralympics under way | Focus Morning Bulletin August 29
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, former Green MP Darleen Tana heads to court, concerns over Health NZ job cuts and Paralympics under way in Paris.
Man charged with murder of scientist at Blockhouse Bay tennis club
He will appear in the Auckland District Court today.
Top of the table: Magpies' dream season start continues with victory over Canterbury
The Magpies scored four tries to hit the top of the NPC ladder.
Beauty pageant contestant appeals drug money laundering convictions
She was this year crowned Miss Bay of Plenty in the Miss Rotorua beauty pageant.
Erosion found on both sides of Waikato River control gates
The banks on either side of the Lake Taupō bridge need stabilising.
Māori concerned at the 'desecration' of wāhi tapu by sewage scheme
Local MP urges council to stop the works at Lake Rotokākahi.
Lightning strike ends day's racing
A lightning strike during Team NZ’s race against Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli brought an early end to proceedings on day five of the Louis Vuitton Cup challenger series. Video / Three
Far North musicians raise funds for Jayson Norris' cancer battle
‘’It’s just one way to help a fellow Far North musician.’’