New Zealand'Huge surprise': Fiordland researchers find 41 sponge species entirely new to scienceA dive‑team led by James Bell at Victoria University of Wellington exploring sponges in the fiords of South Island found that 41 of the 82 sponge specimens collected are new.Watch22 Oct 07:30 PM
New Zealand‘Divine intervention’: Junior kits untouched in rugby club firePresident Marty Hatu says it's a sign the club's future is bright.22 Oct 07:25 PM
New ZealandTāmaki bus fire: Live update from the sceneFires crews are still on the scene working extinguish a bus which caught fire overnight, Katie Oliver reports. Video / Herald NowWatch22 Oct 07:23 PM
Herald NOWFonterra’s $75m butter bet, warnings on AI ‘workslop’, Fletcher Building tightens againBusiness with 2degrees: Fonterra’s latest investment in South Canterbury, AI implementation embarrasses top Aussie banker, and more layoffs expected at Fletchers Video / Herald NowWatch22 Oct 07:17 PM
New ZealandOne dead after crash near TokoroaOne person died at the scene and another was taken to hospital.22 Oct 07:08 PM
PoliticsMega strike: Erica Stanford says NZEI "bullying" membersThe Minster of Health Simeon Brown and Minister of Education Erica Stanford join Herald NOW ahead of today's mega strike. Video / Herald NowWatch22 Oct 07:06 PM
New ZealandPolice to appeal rulings returning confiscated gang patchesJudge Bruce Davidson cited earlier cases in returning Syd Te Rata’s patch.22 Oct 07:02 PM
BusinessBest Places to Work Awards: Sharesies crowned overall winnerSharesies General Manager of People Anna Liumaihetau Darling joins Herald NOW to explain what makes Sharesies New Zealand's best place to work. Video / Herald NowWatch22 Oct 06:55 PM
Herald NOWKaikōura Mayor reacts to the damage caused by wild weatherKaikōura Mayor Craig Mackle details the damage caused by the wild weather this week in his local area. Video / Herald NowWatch22 Oct 06:51 PM
EducationMega strike: a primary teacher's argument for actionLiam Rutherford, Primary Teachers' Collective Agreement Lead Negotiator, joins Herald NOW to explain the primary teachers' reasons for striking. Video / Herald NowWatch22 Oct 06:37 PM
New ZealandLocal state of emergency declared in Canterbury: locals brace for wild weatherCanterbury farmer Bex Green joins Herald NOW as winds of up to 150kmph are set to hit the region. Video / Herald NowWatch22 Oct 06:31 PM
New ZealandFire out on Port Taranaki vessel carrying hazardous substanceFour fire trucks and four specialist units responded to the morning blaze.22 Oct 06:22 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather Update: Thursday October 23rdMetService Daily Weather Update: Thursday October 23rd. Video / MetServiceWatch22 Oct 06:15 PM
SportDaily Sports Update: Silver Ferns continue to struggle as Lawson misses the upcoming weekendDaily Sports Update: Silver Ferns continue to struggle as Lawson misses the upcoming weekendWatch22 Oct 06:08 PM
New ZealandFrantic rescue attempts after electric bus blaze in AucklandWitnesses have described frantic rescue attempts after a serious crash that saw a bus go up in flames on a main road in the Auckland suburb of Parnell last night. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Oct 05:56 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Electric bus explodes as weather and unions strike nationwideNZ Herald Morning News Update | Electric bus explodes as weather and unions strike nationwide. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Oct 05:47 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan Ayling: We must remember the virtues of Western civilisationA new Wellington charter school aims to revive classical education.22 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandElected and rejected: Hawke’s Bay Māori ward councillors plan to make an impact over next three years'I’m shocked and reeling that the beautiful community I know has this new undercurrent.'22 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Time to step up': Rural fire brigade pleads for volunteersThe Herbertville Fire Station was once thriving, but now it needs volunteers to survive. 22 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Leggett: We shouldn't sell our state assets unless we're buildingOPINION: Infrastructure NZ says asset recycling could unlock $200b in future growth.22 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandFood drive donations down by half while food support needs double'[It’s] just a reflection of how tight times are.'22 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Govt should acknowledge contribution made by those we need most OPINION: The proposed strike is more about the lack of respect.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHistoric mega strike presses on despite cancelled rallies and wild weatherPolice warn of major traffic disruption across central Auckland tomorrow.22 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Public sector has a right to strike today but must keep perspectiveOPINION: Many Kiwis will look at the salary of a teacher and think it is good money.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Limited consultation and transparency': Hapū voice anger over trust's dealings with sandmining coDr Mere Kepa says the trust discussed financial incentives with McCallum Bros.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandA house for $100? New investment platform allows investors to buy shares in homesCalled Housies, the new platform currently has eight properties people can invest in. 22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Elephant | Adult ADHD – Is it overdiagnosed?It seems like adult ADHD is everywhere right now - but what’s really going on? Is ADHD being wildly overdiagnosed or is it finally getting the recognition it deserves?Watch22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorning quiz: Who directed the 1986 film Aliens?Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice wrongly blamed young driver for quadruple fatality after claiming he had used cannabisNow Storm Lacy's name as been cleared as coroner reveals why forestry workers really died.22 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPM secures $8100 rates cut on luxury Waiheke holiday homeNinety per cent of property owners who challenged valuations are waiting for decisions.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandIs ADHD overdiagnosed - or finally being taken seriously?Experts weigh in on The Elephant, a series which tackles the topics we often avoid.22 Oct 04:00 PM
Politics‘Made a mistake’: Greens co-leader sorry after late arrival leads to her own bill being thrown outA National MP described it on social media as 'bizarre scenes in Parliament'.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPublic sector mega strike: up to 100,000 health and education workers walk outVictoria University of Wellington emeritus professor Gordon Anderson is with us to discuss the history of labour laws in New Zealand.Watch22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Is the Sketch movie too scary for kids?Reporter Jude is off to the cinema, where a new children’s movie has grown-ups wondering if the PG rating is appropriate. But what do kids think?Watch22 Oct 04:00 PM
