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Opinion: Why the Waitangi Treaty Grounds should be a pilgrimage for every student
OPINION: The Treaty Grounds enable deep learning and a fountain of knowledge.
Letters: Kids caught up in police raids used as pawns – by gangs and MPs
OPINION: Also in today's letters: the Treaty Principles Bill, the US election and tax.
Fire at funeral home in Greymouth extinguished
Fire and Emergency was called to the blaze at Westland Funeral Services on Tainui St.
Prestigious Hamilton private school roll to include junior girls
It will admit junior girls from 2026 for the first time in its 65-year history.
'Not a great night for NZ': Kiwis react to Trump’s election lead, dollar takes a hit
American in Auckland felt 'ashamed', NZD takes hit, tariff concern.
Tears and empty chairs: Inside Kamala Harris’ grim election night party
OPINION: She didn't turn up to her own bash, writes Thomas Coughlan.
'Should I kill him now?': Drunk man burns down ex's home, threatens new partner
The judge wasn't impressed with a request for a 70% discount saying it was 'unrealistic'.
Treaty Principles Bill: Wording to be revealed tomorrow amid fierce criticism
The bill will be introduced tomorrow.
Battle begins to eradicate toxic species that can temporarily blind
The plant's toxic sap can cause temporary blindness.
On the night he once hoped to win re-election, Biden retreats from view
Biden watched the election results alongside the rest of Americans.
Voting continues in the 2024 US Election in key swing states
Voting and voting counting continues in the 2024 US Election in key swing states as we await a result
Labour urges Winston Peters to apologise for naming public servant
Speaker Gerry Brownlee says Peters was not aligned with Parliament's rules in this case.
Trump or Harris? Moo Deng predicts winner of US election
She became a viral sensation in September. Now she's weighed in on the US election.
'Get rid of it': Gisborne councillors discuss Grey St trial safety concerns with staff
Protesters demand change as councillors debate Grey St intersection safety issues.
Trio arrested at airport after ‘blessing’ scam targets Chinese community
Blessing scammers pose as spiritual practitioners and claim they can remove curses.
Early reactions to the US Election from Washington DC
Early reactions to the US Election from Washington DC Video / NZ Herald
Protests to choke motorways, harbour bridge: Two anti-Govt demonstrations in four days
NZTA says it is liaising with police, warns Aucklanders to be prepared for disruptions.
College unveils stunning $2.2 million gymnasium
Students wowed with the old gym's transformation.
Photos from inside gutted Auckland mosque show scale of damage
Police have security footage of a man allegedly breaking in and setting a mosque alight.
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In full swing: Follow the results in key battleground states
Follow Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina, Michigan, Arizona, Wisconsin and Nevada.
Watch: Ryan Bridge hosts US election special
Join us as Herald journalists and experts in NZ and the US analyse the results.
Trailblazing NZ athlete Marise Chamberlain dies
Runner remains the only Kiwi woman to have won an Olympic track medal.
Ryan Bridge and expert panel with the latest on US election
All the analysis from the Herald 2024 US Election live show, hosted by Ryan Bridge and featuring a panel of experts.
Far-right US conspiracy theorist Candace Owens’ Auckland show postponed
The 35-year-old last month had her Australian visa cancelled.
Violent offender shanked four inmates during year-long prison stabbing spree
He's been in and out of adult prisons since age 13.
Open day at Whatatutu fire station
An open day will take place at the fire station on November 9.
Mongols MC gang members blocked at border ahead of NZ anniversary event
Police and Immigration NZ keeping close watch ahead of outlaw bikies' get-together.
Afternoon quiz: How many main island groups are there in Tonga?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Watch: Kamala Harris' embarrassing Election Day 'fake phone call' gaffe
Was the call staged, like Trump's McDonald's drive-through stunt?
Accused in Yanfei Bao case sacks lawyers, will represent himself
Crown alleges Tingjun Cao murdered realtor Yanfei Bao - trial enters third week.
Norsewood residents warned to boil all drinking water
Any water used from the Norsewood public supply should be boiled said council.
Fire crews battle house blaze in Glen Eden
At its height, four fire appliances battled the "well involved" blaze which sent plumes of smoke across the city. Video / Phil Glen
Sister's heartbreak: Woman pleads for leniency after brother abused her children
Man's lawyer: “He is a victim himself and is now an abuser,”