New Zealand‘Intolerable risk to life’: Crown manager kept on to oversee $70m Wairoa flood worksA Cabinet paper expressed concern about the project, citing disputes between councils.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsTimeline shift: Pike River mine memorial pushed back beyond earlier targetThe Department of Conservation wants the memorial to be in place prior to the anniversary.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsClimate Change Minister says managed retreat an option as nationwide flooding risk map promisedMapping aims to give councils and home owners a clearer picture of risk.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSix60 surprise fans at Hamilton Farmers MarketSix60 made an impromptu visit to the Hamilton Farmers Market on Sunday to play a short selection of acoustic songs. Video / Danielle ZollickhoferWatch16 Feb 04:00 AM
Sport'A bit more comfortable with them': Ocean swimmer Jono Ridler on shark encountersRidler has encountered plenty of marine life early in his 1350km swimming effort. 03 Feb 05:01 AM
SportWhy Kiwi swimmer is setting off on 1609km epic journey'I’ve really fully committed to this. I’ve burned the boats, so to speak.'04 Jan 04:05 PM
PoliticsAsset sales? Pāmu Landcorp boss says there are 'conversations' around its futureMark Leslie told Newstalk ZB the Crown would 'like to release some capital'.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Does mānuka honey potentially come at a cost to our native insects and ecosystems?Landcare Reserch entomologist, Corrinne Watts joins Herald NOW to discuss concerning mānuka honey research. Video / Herald NowWatch15 Dec 07:52 PM
Sport1609km in the open ocean: Kiwi swimmer's bold new challenge for a cause'This next mission will push me to my limits,' the 35-year-old marathon swimmer said. 08 Dec 06:00 AM
PoliticsRevealed: Councils expected to foot a near $48 billion bill for Local Water Done WellOfficials estimate water service infrastructure will cost $47.9 billion to 2034.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow one hornet species could sting New Zealand’s environment and economyMahurangi Honey’s Peter Johnston is with us to chat local honey making, and why bees are so important.Watch06 Nov 03:45 PM
New ZealandAsh emitted in 'weak eruptions' on Whakaari/White IslandThe ashfall is unlikely to reach the mainland, scientists say. 04 Nov 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The challenge of GM foods and climate changeOPINION: GM foods could be the key to local climate action. Do we want that?28 Oct 04:00 PM
EnvironmentNZ Herald Live: A Celebration of the Life of Nigel Raymond LattaNigel Latta’s family warmly invites New Zealanders to join them in a celebration of his life. This is an open funeral, and all are welcome. Video / SuppliedWatch10 Oct 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCan hybrid grapes solve the climate change dilemma for winemakers?New York Times: Growers in the US, France, Germany and NZ are experimenting with hybrids.03 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandA 'battle we can absolutely win': Climate Overshoot conference begins this weekVictoria University climate scientist professor James Renwick is with us to delve into climate overshoot, and why we should care about it.Watch29 Sep 04:00 PM
Driven Car GuideCupra Formentor V e-Hybrid first drive: now with extra voltiosCupra has added plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) technology to its sporty coupe-SUV.28 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideTesla to open up NZ supercharger network to non-Tesla EVsCharging network receives a boost after Tesla opens up its superchargers to non-Tesla EVs.28 Sep 01:00 AM
Driven Car GuideToyota to triple EV production as competition heats upToyota has revealed plans to triple its EV production by 2025.27 Sep 06:17 PM
Driven Car GuideFord Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payloadCould this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?27 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideReport: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motorUpdated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.26 Sep 10:00 PM
Driven Car GuideMG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootoutWe take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.26 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideBYD launches Yangwang U8 Premium Edition hybrid SUVBYD's new large SUV will have 1000km range, 900kW of power and will float.25 Sep 10:00 PM
Driven Car GuideLexus open to building electric ute if demand is thereLexus will be leading EV development within the Toyota group.25 Sep 01:00 AM
New ZealandControversial waste-to-energy plant proposal on holdHearings were held in June and a board of inquiry was due to make a decision last month.25 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandFraud, bats, John Oliver: Looking back at Bird of the Year controversies as voting beginsForest & Bird chief executive Nicola Toki is here to take us through the history and future of the competition, and why we should care.Watch14 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleKim Knight: A fly on the wall at Auckland's Central FleaOPINION: A secondhand love letter to style at Fashion Week and Central Flea market.12 Sep 06:05 PM
Environment'End of the reign': Decades-long Pākiri sand mining battle ends as company eyes up new locationBut, MBL will need to be prepared for a new battle with Bream Bay locals.04 Sep 01:28 AM
New ZealandInside the new Sharks exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial MuseumTake a look inside the new Sharks exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial Museum. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Dec 09:18 PM
CrimeHelensville schools in lockdown after firearm incident, two people in custodyPolice were first called to a Kumeū address about 1.45pm.05 Dec 04:05 AM
EducationSchool at centre of mouldy lunch scandal launches own investigationThe findings are set to be released next week. 04 Dec 10:06 PM
New ZealandPrincipals quitting in droves as burnout, teacher shortages hit schoolsNearly 1000 principals have quit nationwide in just three years.02 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSeymour labels principal at centre of mouldy school lunches a media 'frequent flyer'The principal has hit back saying the food is delivered daily and leftovers removed.01 Dec 07:52 PM
Christchurch'Totally unacceptable:' Mouldy school lunches served to Christchurch studentsPrincipal Peggy Burrows says teachers intervened after students began eating.01 Dec 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia RobinsonCecilia Robinson: Why NZ should pay attention to its quiet turnaroundOPINION: Eight in 10 secondary teachers say phone bans have improved focus.28 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPrivate school education: NZ’s most expensive & how much fees have jumpedA Herald analysis of leading independent schools shows just how fast fees are rising.28 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsPolitical panel: Education reforms, Lake Alice fallout & police shortagesNational vs Labour on education overhaul, Lake Alice error and police numbers. Video / Herald NowWatch27 Nov 06:02 PM
New ZealandDrivers to slow to 30km/h as new school highway speed zones activatedWoodhill, Ngātaki, Oruaiti and five other schools will see new limits from this week.23 Nov 11:53 PM
