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Luxon and Bishop make transport announcement in Wairarapa
PM Chris Luxon and Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced that a number of roads would see their speed limits returned to their previous. higher limits. Video / Mark Mitchell
Government hints at privatisation and survey reveals worker insecurity | NZ Herald News Update
National Party suggests it will campaign on asset sales next election and Mood of the Workforce survey reveals negative outlook for workers. Video / NZ Herald / Supplied
Kea Kids News: Waka ama warriors reveal their top tips for ruling the races
What better place to find out how to become a waka ama champ than the Waka Ama Sprint Nationals? Reporter Ngapaea gets inside info from the professionals. Video / Kea Kids News
Rotorua liquor store ram-raided
Security footage of a ram raid at Westbrook Liquor Centre in Rotorua. Video / Supplied
Christopher Luxon's statement opening Parliament
Christopher Luxon's statement opening Parliament
King Charles attends emotional ceremony for Holocaust Memorial Day
The King became the first British monarch to visit Auschwitz. Video / news.com.au
PM Luxon rules out asset sales this term
The Prime Minister ruled out any asset sales this term, but says he is open to discussion. Video / Mark Mitchell
Teenage boy repeatedly punches octopus in violent attack
A youth was filmed and egged on while he violently attacked an octopus on a Bay of Plenty beach.
Avian botulism in Dunedin and Mangawhai tornado aftermath | NZ Herald News Update
Avian botulism found to be killing ducks in Dunedin and Insurance Council's message after Mangawhai tornado. Video / NZ Herald, Supplied
David Seymour speaks before his Treaty Principles Bill submission
David Seymour speaks about the Treaty Principles Bill before going in for his submission. Video / Julia Gabel
Michele Wilson AWWA founder and Lux Perry Somedays founder on the brand acquisition
Michele Wilson AWWA founder and Lux Perry Somedays founder talk to Tom Raynel about what comes next for the period care brands.
Justice Committee hears submissions on the Treaty Principles Bill
The Justice Committee hears submissions on the Treaty Principles Bill.
Mangawhai tornado damage and Auckland floods anniversary | NZ Herald News Update
The Mangawhai tornado damaged 50 homes and today marks two years since the Auckland Anniversary Day floods. Video / NZ Herald
Kea Kids News: These Japanese games are as fun now as they were hundreds of years ago!
Reporter Nyla is at Hello Japan, where the Land of the Rising Sun has come to the Land of the Long White Cloud with games, fashion, and even animation from Studio Ghibli.
Neighbour of injured Mangawhai resident recounts the experience
Nick Berthoud, an unsettled resident and worried neighbour tells the Herald about his experience through the 'tornado' like winds in Mangawhai overnight. Video / NZ Herald
Fire and Emergency NZ speak out on the Mangawhai disaster
Fire and Emergency NZ district manager Wipari Henwood speaks to the public following the Mangawhai disaster overnight. Video / NZ Herald
Aerial footage of tornado’s destruction through Mangawhai as the clean up begins
An Auckland rescue helicopter was tasked to Mangawhai to assist a male patient following a tornado on January 26, 2025. Credit: Westpac Auckland Rescue Helicopter
Civil Defence Controller sends a message to the public following Mangawhai disaster
John Burt, Kaipara Civil Defence management local controller warns people of the danger in Mangawhai and urges them to stay home, stay away if possible. Video / NZ Herald
Widespread damage in Mangawhai following tornado
Power lines are down and there are widespread outages following a chaotic tornado that ripped through Mangawhai overnight. Video / NZ Herald. Images / Supplied
Tornado hits Mangawhai, property market turnaround | NZ Herald News Update
Tornado wreaks havoc in Mangawhai. Property market turnaround predicted. Northland tourism booms with road reopening. Video / NZ Herald
Grilled beef skewers with Asian cucumber salad
Vibrant in both colour and taste, these skewers and salad might just be your new favourite meal. Video / Fresh Media
Orcas stun surfers at Sunset Beach, Port Waikato
Surfers at a popular beach in the Waikato had an unforgettable encounter on Saturday when they were joined in the waves by a pod of playful orca whales. Video / Supplied
Metservice National Weather: January 24th-27th
Metservice National Weather: January 24th-27th. Video / MetService
Armed standoff in Auckland, hopes for fire relief in LA | NZ Herald News Update
Five hour standoff in Auckland culminates in arrest. Hopes for fire relief in LA. Fire season declared in Otago. Video / NZ Herald
Napier’s Bella Hey wins top NZ jazz dance award for fourth year
Young dancer Bella Hey tops NZ jazz exams for the fourth consecutive year. Video / Rafaella Melo
Yakitori crowd-pleaser
Switch up your barbecue game with these Japanese-inspired skewers. Video / Fresh Media
Cedel Downs Sunflower Patch
Cedel Farms northwest Auckland offers opportunities to shoot splendid summer snaps in 5 glorious acres of sunflowers. Video / Michael Craig
Christopher Luxon speaks about National's relationship with Māori and the Treaty Principles Bill
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks about National's relationship with Māori and the Treaty Principles Bill at Rātana. Video / Mark Mitchell
Car removed from Mairangi Bay crash site
Car removed after crashing into building in North Shore’s Mairangi Bay. Video / Alex Burton
NZ Herald Live: PM Christopher Luxon speaks to media from Rātana Pā
PM Christopher Luxon speaks to media from Rātana Pā
NZ Herald Live: David Seymour State of the Nation speech
David Seymour State of the Nation speech
New agency to attract investors and Southport dance class killer sentenced | NZ Herald News Update
New government agency to attract foreign investment and Taylor Swift dance class murderer sentenced. Video / NZ Herald, Getty Images, AFP
L.A.B. and Corrella release Te Matatini 2025 waiata
The theme song for Te Matatini next month is released. Video / Loop
Crusaders and Blues head for Kirwee
The tiny Canterbury town of Kirwee is counting down to kick-off between the Crusaders and Blues next Friday. Video / George Heard
Police chase man on ride-on lawn mower
After a burglary was reported in Karaka, officers were soon hot on the alleged offender's wheels.
Hipkins on PM's State of the Nation Speech
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to the media following Prime Minister Chris Luxon's State of the Nation Speech.
Chris Hipkins speaks to media
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins speaks to the media following Prime Minister Chris Luxon's State of the Nation Speech.
PM Luxon speaks to media post State of the Nation address
PM Christopher Luxon speaks to media post his State of the Nation address. Video / Sylvie Whinray