March 11 2022 There are 20,989 new Covid-19 cases in the community and seven new deaths today. That is the highest number of daily Covid-related deaths New Zealand has seen since the pandemic came to the country in 2020.
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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 & Brock Feeney at Hampton Downs
Join Bonnie Jensen 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.
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
'We are not divided, but united.' | Treaty Principles Bill Second Reading highlights
Every party except Act is expected to vote down the controversial Treaty Principles Bill this afternoon on a occasion one senior minister has described as “cremation day.”
Young boy with tumour hosts garage sales for dream trip
Nine-year-old Hone Hillman is fundraising to fly - for the first time - to visit his favourite cousin in Christchurch. Video / Michael Craig
On The Up: What Sport New Zealand is doing to ensure success at elite and grassroots level
Sport New Zealand chief executive Raelene Castle breaks down the sector's latest initiatives. Video / Alyse Wright
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media on tariffs
Christopher Luxon plans free-trade talks blitz as Trump changes tune on tariffs
Chinese restaurant shut down after pigeons served as 'roast duck'
Madrid police say the birds were taken off the street and killed in the kitchen. Video / Madrid Police
Behind the scenes at the Breast Cancer Cure, Tee's for a Cure photoshoot
17 popular Kiwi designers have joined forces to raise money for vital Breast Cancer research in Aotearoa. Video / Cameron Pitney
NZ Herald Live: Prime Minister speaks on Trade and Foreign Affairs
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's speaks on Trade and Foreign Affairs
US hikes China tariffs and MP explains old posts after death threats | NZ Herald News Update
US hikes tariffs to China while pausing others and MP explains old social media posts following death threats. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Idaho police shoot knife-wielding teen with autism multiple times
Four officers from the Pocatello Police Department shot and injured a man outside a home in Pocatello after police said he was 'armed with a knife'.
Dominican Republic: What to know about the roof collapse at the Jet Set club
At least 124 people have been reported killed after a roof in a nightclub in the Dominican Republic collapsed.
Kea Kids News: Behind the scenes of Young Riders
Reporter Ale is in the arena with Matisse, a decorated show-jumper and one of the stars of TVNZ’s Young Riders, as she saddles up for a brand new season.
Green MP Benjamin Doyle admits political naivety
Green Party MP Benjamin Doyle admits political naivety in refusing to delete social media posts. Video / Mark Mitchell
PM unaware of MP’s ties to sect under FBI investigation
Christopher Luxon is unaware of MP Hamish Campbell’s ties to a religious sect that the FBI is investigating over child sex abuse allegations.
Apartment fire closes Karangahape Rd
Emergency services are responding to a fire in a central Auckland apartment this afternoon. Video / Dean Purcell
NZ Herald Live: Benjamin Doyle speaks publicly in wake of death threats over social media posts.
Green MP Benjamin Doyle is addressing, for the first time, the public reaction to some of their social media posts, which have prompted a series of death threats.
OCR Call: Reserve Bank makes rate decision amid tariff turmoil
Liam Dann discusses the latest Reserve Bank rate decisions amid tariff turmoil.