August 23 2021 New Zealand will stay in alert level 4 lockdown until at least midnight on Friday, and Auckland will stay locked down until at least midnight on Tuesday next week. Earlier today it was announced there are now 107 Covid cases in NZ.
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Severe Weather Update: April 15th
MetService has issued its latest Severe Weather Warnings ahead of the big storm. Video / MetService
NZ Herald Live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks to the media
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is joined by Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. Video / NZ Herald
Zuru Toys co-founder Nick Mowbray talks to Mike Hosking
Zuru Toys co-founder Nick Mowbray speaks on the impacts of United States tariffs on China. Video / Newstalk ZB
NZ Herald Live: School property announcement
Erica Stanford is set to make a school property announcement in Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Tourism New Zealand and a faster way to detect cancer may have been found | NZ Herald News Update
Tourism New Zealand campaign gets green light, a faster way to detect cancer may have been found and New Zealanders going overseas has shown its first sign of slowing down.
Kea Kids News: Minecraft goes IRL! Get inspired to hit the mines like Steve
What does it take to do real life Minecraft? Reporter Theo heads to a Hokitika gold mine, where these Steves are sustainably sourcing and smelting their way to riches.
Firefighters extinguish blaze at Epsom house fire
Fire crews have extinguished a blaze at a home on Ellerton Road in Mt Eden. Video / NZ Herald
Why do girls quit sports?
Auckland Normal Intermediate student Aila Tuiali’i and Principal Jason Pocock discuss why many young girls drop out of sport in their early teens.
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon makes tourism announcement
Christopher Luxon and Tourism Minister Louise Upston speak to the media at the SkyCity Convention Centre.
Williams Corporation's Manchester Square project, Christchurch
The developer is building 111 apartments in one of its largest projects. This shows progress by last November. Video / supplied
How Rhys Darby uses comedy to navigate a chaotic world
Legendary Kiwi comic Rhys Darby, back in New Zealand with a new stand-up show, reflects on comedy’s role in chaos and why keeping it light still matters.
Mike Hosking talks to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon
Mike Hosking talks to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.
Polkinghorne documentary released and major rail disruptions | NZ Herald News Update
Polkinghorne documentary released, major rail disruptions in Auckland and Wellington and full driving license test in question.
Markets with Madison: GFC to Graham Norton – the story of Sauvignon Blanc
The GFC hit just one year into Invivo's wine venture. Now it’s earning millions in exports, with the help of celebrities. Video / Ben Dickens, Alyse Wright
Student pilot “left in the dark” over complaint about instructor’s midair sexual advances
The ombudsman recommends CAA make an ex-gratia payment to Michelle Molloy due to the harm caused by the way her complaint was handled.
Ōrākei house fire: One seriously injured
Firefighters have responded to a house fire in Ōrākei this morning, with one person taken to hospital in serious condition and another treated at the scene for injuries.
Electronics exemption in Trump tariffs, Wellington rail disruptions | NZ Herald News Update
Electronics exemption announced in Trump tariff saga. Wellington to see two-week rail disruptions for repairs. Woman hospitalised after 'nangs' use. Video / NZ Herald
The skydiving trick that was nearly my last
Former SAS soldier Jono Magee cheated death when he crashed into the ground while practicing a sport skydiving maneuver in Auckland four years ago. VIDEO / Michael Craig
Te Wai Ariki - Episode 7
Te Wai Ariki Spa in Rotorua fuses Ngāti Whakaue heritage, healing traditions, and geothermal design, creating a rich experience rooted in manaakitanga. Video / Faultline Films
On The Up: Ben Boyce Early Starts, Family Chaos & The Rock's Autograph?!
Ben Boyce talks about Radio life, 4am alarms, family skits & Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson?! A look into juggling work, family, and finding joy in the chaos. Video / Carson Bluck
War hero who died in Afghanistan, Rory Malone, gets his final farewell
A final farewell was held for Corporal Rory Malone — killed in Afghanistan in 2012. Video \ Jason Dorday
Hot lap with supercar drivers Will Brown & Broc Feeney at Hampton Downs
Join Bonnie Jansen at Hampton Downs for a wild Corvette hot lap with Red Bull Supercars stars Will Brown & Broc Feeney—hitting speeds of 220km/h. Video / Carson Bluck
Tariff war continues, fallen soldiers remembered as measles loom | NZ Herald News Update
Trump continues to go back and forth with China, A fallen soldier gets remembered and measles threaten the country.
Inside the investigation to catch Ariki Rigby’s Mongrel Mob killer
The top cop who led the hunt to find Ariki Rigby’s killer opens up as Jimmy Heremaia awaits sentencing for murder.
Getting away with murder: Hercule Poirot is back on the case in a new Auckland production
Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express is already one of the fastest-selling local theatre shows on record. Video / Auckland Theatre Company
Kea Kids News: Kid fireknife dancer is 3D-printing his way to world competitions
Reporter Alana interviews 12-year-old siva afi dancer Mathias about the big business he’s created, 3D-printing Samoan jewellery to fund his fireknife dreams.
Music therapy: 'It’s not about perfection, it’s about expression.'
‘I wish you were here’: How music helped a 15-year-old boy find his voice through grief. Video / Cranford Hospice
'I know you did it': Secret tapes reveal escort's confrontation with lover Polkinghorne
Madison Ashton secretly recorded Philip Polkinghorne, confronting him about his wife, Pauline Hanna’s, death. Video / Mike Scott, Carolyne Meng-Yee, Michael Craig, Corey Fleming
Driver plunges 40ft off unfinished bridge while following Google Maps
This is the heart-stopping moment a driver plunged 40ft off an unfinished bridge while trying to follow Google Maps.
Grandparents' grief after 4-year-old's dog attack death in Katikati
The grandmother and grandfather of Timothy Tu’uaki Rolleston-Bryan share their grief after the 4-year-old was killed in a dog attack in Katikati. Video / Ben Dickens
Empowering young people living with disabilities
Recreate NZ helps young people with intellectual disabilities to gain independence and confidence to thrive. Video / Ayla Yeoman
Family, police speak after Ariki Rigby's murderer jailed for life
Jimmy Heremaia will have to spend at least 12 years in jail before eligible for parole. Video / Neil Reid
Flaxmere supermarket set to open on Saturday
Flaxmere's new supermarket opens tomorrow at 7am at the Flaxmere Village Centre. Video / Rafaella Melo
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media
Christopher Luxon speaks to media
Douglas Pharmaceuticals installs AI robots, faces up to tariff threat
West Auckland-based Douglas Pharmaceuticals has installed 13 AI-controlled robots. MD Jeff Douglas on whether they're a threat to the firm's 700 human staff.
Treaty Principles Bill voted down and Trump keen for trade deals | NZ Herald News Update
Treaty Principles Bill voted down at its second reading and Trump claims he wants new trade deals with all countries, including China. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Markets with Madison: Tariff turmoil
Volatility in stock and bond markets has surged following President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement. Sean Keane explains why. Video / Alyse Wright
Space Studios will be performing at the World Dance Crew Champions this weekend
Space Studios rehearsing for the World Dance Crew Championships. Video / Ayla Yeoman
Air New Zealand’s new uniform
Designer Emilia Wickstead reveals Air New Zealand’s new uniform at the airline’s Auckland headquarters. Video \ Jason Dorday