The Country: NZ politics with Stuart Nash
Phil Duncan, Stuart Nash, Pita Alexander, Grant McCallum.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromNew Zealand
Afternoon quiz: What is the primary function of sweat?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Man jailed after boy fatally shoots hunter
John Atkins, a 44-year-old father-of-three, died after he was shot in the head in August.
One dead after serious crash on South Island’s Karamea Highway
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area.
One person in custody after firearm sighting near school
Frankton School was in lockdown due to the police presence.
Woman charged with murder over death of 8yo in Bay of Plenty
The young boy died in Whakatāne Hospital following an alleged assault last month.
Family hide camera in elderly man's room, see rest home carers abusing him
Hidden camera footage exposes abuse at Ōamaru care facility.
Kiwi deaths in leg-hold traps 'doesn't need to happen' DoC says
Leg-hold traps should be installed off the ground to avoid catching birds like kiwis.
Man suffers electric shock during alleged copper theft at flood-affected home
Police vowed 'he will be held to account for his actions'.
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council installs cameras to monitor flood risk at river mouth
The next step is to make the camera views available to the public on HBRC’s website.
Police investigate if students on camp may have started large Canterbury fire
Camps filled with pupils were evacuated soon after the fire broke out.
Tongan PM resigns ahead of no confidence motion
Tongan PM Hu’akavameiliku resigns in tears, avoids no confidence vote in parliament.
'Impound their bikes': Ex-cop turned politician wants police to come down hard on illegal dirt riders
It comes after a group of around 100 dirt bikers were seen driving through Auckland.
Machete, tools used in liquor store robbery
Police said they were called to Old Taupo Rd around 9.40pm.
From first to fourth on scoreboard for economic activity and growth
Construction sector was the primary cause for positional drop.
New wind threat: Wild fire contained but crews prepare for 80km/h winds to hit
Firefighters say the priority is to secure the fire's perimeter before the wind picks up.
New law to protect NZ racing from offshore betting losses
Winston Peters' law will secure the TAB's online betting monopoly, boosting racing.
Firefighters strengthen the perimeter of West Melton fire
Firefighters supported by four helicopters strengthen the perimeter of the West Melton fire ahead of strong northwest winds forecast to develop later today. Video / Katie Oliver
Hawke's Bay has first division Lotto win, $333,000 prize still unclaimed
Staff are prepped in case the winner comes back into the store.
Land planned for multimillion-dollar Kaipara development for sale
Dargaville Racecourse was set for a major development but the plan is no longer on track.
Aussie diplomat's partner may not be allowed diversion for assault charge
Something had 'upset the apple cart' with police considering withdrawing the offer.
Sir Richard Faull: From student to esteemed brain researcher
Sir Richard Faull to receive Honorary Doctor of Science from Otago University on 11 Dec.
Pills for cows and 'light recipes': Tackling methane emissions
Scientists, industry leaders, and farmers met to discuss technologies and hurdles.
‘You couldn’t sit on that’: Toilet-goers furious as long drops vandalised
'We do not want to close these, but if they continue to be damaged we may be forced to.'
'Volatile and violent': Three police officers injured in roadside checkpoint attack
Two men are due to appear in the Dunedin District Court on Monday.
'Outstanding' bakery announces closure a week after winning top award
'Everything you make is superb! This is such a loss.'
NZDF performers celebrate 20 years of Te Kōnohete in Wellington
NZDF rōpū performs at Te Kōnohete, honours Māori battalions with waiata and haka
Boost for shearing numbers in the North at Whangārei Show
A new event with combined novice, junior and intermediate handicaps helps with entries.
Medical cannabis company secures $1.2m to boost growth amid tough market
Rua Bioscience CEO Paul Naske is adamant: 'We are here for the long term.'
Waikato amps up for massive festival and concert season
One of the gigs is Sublime with Rome who are on their final tour.
Amdram performs ‘The Mousetrap’ - in Whanganui for the first time
The dress rehearsal for Agatha Christie’s classic play was flawless.
Mokopuna launches clothing line celebrating Dame Whina Cooper's values
The collection honours land march pioneer's enduring values.
Large fire in West Melton and Syria celebrates end of Assad regime | NZ Herald News Update
Fire crews battle to contain a large fire in Canterbury's West Melton overnight and Syria celebrates the end of the Assad family's 50-year regime. Video / NZ Herald
Markets with Madison: Venture capital
This deep tech hub in Auckland is where entrepreneurs Sir Peter Beck and Sean Simpson started Nasdaq-listed companies. Now new ventures are underway with their guidance.