Politics'It's not impossible': Willis says National may join other parties to repeal Regulatory Standards ActThe National deputy leader said her party may also campaign to get rid of the law. 25 Nov 11:40 PM
New ZealandWatch: Nicola Willis says National may also campaign on repealing the Regulatory Standards ActNicola Willis speaks to Nick Mills and says National may also campaign on repealing the Regulatory Standards Act. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 Nov 11:36 PM
New ZealandHow prominent exec plied girl for sex services: Uber Eats, $200 gift card, $1000 cash'If anyone finds out, we wanted to have sex and I just gave you money,' man told girl.25 Nov 11:06 PM
ChristchurchWatch: Remarkable moment pod of Hector's dolphins seen assisting mother and her calf The all-female pod was supporting and protecting the new mum and her calf.25 Nov 11:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Prebble: How National squandered its economic edge — and what it must do to survive the next electionOPINION: Voters rate Labour ahead in every key area except law and order.25 Nov 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Perfect storm': Warning for concertgoers as street festival cannedThe confidence to buy tickets early has disappeared in NZ, event promoter says.25 Nov 10:58 PM
New ZealandBillions to be spent fixing flood-prone, mouldy defence estateAssociate Minister of Defence Hon Chris Penk and MP Simon Watts announced billions of dollars in defence infrastructure spending. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch25 Nov 10:58 PM
New ZealandThe remarkable moment a pod of Hector's dolphins comes to the aid of a mother and her babyA rare pod of Hector’s dolphins was spotted in Akaroa Harbour, supporting a new mother as her calf learned to breathe. Video / Black Cat CruisesWatch25 Nov 10:47 PM
PoliticsAndrew Little says poll pressure key to his 2017 exit, weighs in on Christopher Luxon's leadership woes'[It's] about understanding the impact you're having on others.' 25 Nov 10:17 PM
New Zealand'Get drunk and party': Chef sacked after assaults on teenage staff revealed in courtLazeez Mediterranean Grill confirmed Sumeer Thapa was fired after sentencing.25 Nov 10:17 PM
AucklandMan, 30, charged with arson after Waiuku recycling plant blazeThe man will appear in the Pukekohe District Court today.25 Nov 09:57 PM
CrimeLife sentence for mother's 'calculated' murder of her children she hid in suitcasesThe two children's bodies were only found in 2023, five years after the killings.25 Nov 09:46 PM
ChristchurchNZ’s largest indoor sport and aquatics facility to open in DecemberThe $300m Parakiore complex sits on Moorhouse Ave in central Christchurch.25 Nov 09:26 PM
New Zealand‘Hell yeah’: Havelock North favourite Black Barn Growers' Market returns'We’ve all been absolutely glued to the supermarket. There are other options out there.'25 Nov 09:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe new 'bomb squad': What to make of Govt's regional council plan?OPINION: 'Your regional councillors are for the scrap heap. Dead folk walking.'25 Nov 09:22 PM
New ZealandOne seriously injured after crash involving cyclist and car on busy Napier roadOne person has been taken to hospital following the crash on a busy Napier road.25 Nov 09:21 PM
New Zealand'A little bit frantic': Organising a mud run in the middle of a dry spellFlemington School contemplated cancelling its fundraiser. Then the local farm stepped up.25 Nov 08:45 PM
PoliticsGovt pledges $4b for Devonport Naval Base in major upgrade of flood-prone, mouldy defence estateThe Defence Force warns 70% of its infrastructure has less than 20 years of working life.25 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandEast coast prepares for 30C days, bringing 'dangerous' UV risk for partsSunny skies may turn to rain after lunch. The central North Island may get thunderstorms.25 Nov 08:18 PM
ChristchurchAoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered Thomas Vialletet died alongside the American client while trying to ascend the mountain.25 Nov 08:13 PM
New ZealandCrews battle fire at Hāwera commercial buildingEight fire engines and specialist crews remain at the scene in Hāwera.25 Nov 08:08 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW Panel: The stories Kiwis are talking about todayTim Wilson and Jo Robertson debate the day's news.Watch25 Nov 08:02 PM
New ZealandAll Blacks Power Rankings: best players revealedSports editor Winston Aldworth ranks the top performers and rising stars.Watch25 Nov 07:42 PM
New ZealandDollar cost averaging as an investment strategy - Mark Richardson talks personal financeForsyth Barr Investment Adviser Mark Richardson on effective investing.Watch25 Nov 07:23 PM
New ZealandSouth Island news wrap: Double Tragedy on Aoraki Mount CookNewstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire Sherwood on the climber and guide who have died on Aoraki Mount Cook.Watch25 Nov 07:10 PM
PremiumPremiumCartoonsRod EmmersonRod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of November 24 - 30Rod Emmerson's take on the week.25 Nov 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Deeply concerned': NZ Cricket's extraordinary letter to sport's world body revealedThe NZC board chair and all six Major Associations signed the letter.25 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW political panelRicardo Menéndez March and Simon Court unpack the big issues dividing Parliament.Watch25 Nov 06:54 PM
New Zealand‘It hurts’: Rotorua mayor ‘annoyed’ at Labour comments on rough sleepingTania Tapsell says moving people from contracted motels didn’t force them to the streets.25 Nov 06:49 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Major summer festival cancels 2026 date The 'economic climate' is being blamed for the move.25 Nov 06:49 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: November 26 2025MetService Daily Weather: November 26 2025 Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Nov 06:38 PM
New ZealandDisgraced surgeon jailed for attempted murder of landlord warned by Parole Board for victim ‘threats’He asked to move back to Canterbury, where his judge partner still lives.25 Nov 06:25 PM
New ZealandSport Headlines | Tom Blackadder on SpringboksNZ Herald Sport News Update | Tom Blackadder on Springboks, South Africa poised to win against India in cricketWatch25 Nov 06:25 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday November 26, 2025Morning Headlines | Government proposes new local government reforms, OCR cut expected today | Wednesday November 26, 2025 Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Nov 06:13 PM
