Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has confirmed that the minimum wage will increase to $20 an hour on April 1. She said 175,000 New Zealanders will receive the increase.
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Hamilton scrap yard fire
Fire and Emergency New Zealand are investigating the cause of a scrap yard fire in Hamilton on January 20, 2025.
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Israel Adesanya speaks to the Herald ahead of his bout against Nassourdine Imavov in Riyadh on February 2. Video / Michael Craig
NZ's Erin Routliffe advances to Australian Open doubles semifinal
The Kiwi and partner Gabriela Dabrowski reached the last four in straight sets. Video / Sky Sport
MetService severe weather January 21st -22nd
MetService severe weather January 21st -22nd. Video / MetService
Gales hit Red Beach on Hibiscus Coast
High winds hit Red Beach on Auckland's Hibiscus Coast. Video / Grant Bradley
Carrie Underwood performs without music after awkward silence at inauguration
Country star Carrie Underwood was forced to sing a cappella amid technical difficulties at Trump's inauguration ceremony. Video / JCCIC
Major delays on Auckland’s Southern Motorway
Traffic on Auckland's Southern Motorway is backed up more than 8km following a multi-vehicle crash near the CBD this morning. Video / Luke Kirkness
Donald Trump sworn in as President and hard months ahead for Kiwi businesses | NZ Herald News Update
Donald Trump sworn in as 47th President of the United States and more hard months expected for Kiwi businesses. Video / NZ Herald / AFP
Large vegetation breaks out near Parikino, Whanganui
Plumes of grey and white smoke from a vegetation fire could be seen across the rural Whananui countryside
Svitolina's pro-Ukraine message after defeating Russian opponent at Australian Open
Svitolina's pro-Ukraine message after defeating Russian opponent at Australian Open, advancing to the quarter-final in straight sets.
Policeman makes dangerous U-turn in front of truck
Dashcam footage of a policeman pulling a U-turn in front of a truck on State Highway 1 near Tirau on Thursday. Video / Supplied
Watch trailer: Jono Pryor stars in new show Vince
Join Vince as he tries to claw his way back into the cutthroat world of television while also learning to be a better person and father.
Auckland ferry motors through Sail GP practice
Auckland ferry motors through Sail GP practice, disputes passengers were put at risk. Video / SailGP
Simeon Brown on replacing Dr Shane Reti as Health Minister
Ryan Bridge talks to MP Simeon Brown as he steps into his new role as Health Minister. Video / Newstalk ZB
Simeon Brown takes health portfolio and Israeli hostages released | NZ Herald News Update
MP Simeon Brown has gained the health portfolio from Dr Shane Reti, and Hamas has released its first three Israeli hostages as a ceasefire begins. Video / Mark Mitchell, AFP
Armed robbery at Takapuna restaurant
Tokyo Bay, a Japanese restaurant in Takapuna, was cordoned off following a late-night armed robbery. Video / Hayden Woodward
How to swim safely at one of NZ’s deadliest beaches
Piha is one of NZ’s most beautiful beaches, but also one of the most dangerous. Reporter Madison learns the rules of safe swimming so you and your mates can have an amazing summer.
Back to School: Structured literacy and numeracy
Aucklander Charlotte Lay explains why the new methods of teaching reading, writing and maths will be good for her 6-year-old daughter Margot. Video / Alex Burton
SailGP meets Auckland: How did the fans find the event?
Find out what the fans thought of the SailGP landing in Auckland over the weekend. Video / NZ Herald
Peter Burling reflects on SailGP Auckland leg
Peter Burling reflects on SailGP Auckland leg. Video / NZ Herald
Upper Hutt dairy incident caught on camera
The owner of an Upper Hutt dairy was confronted by a man wielding a weapon this morning. Video / Supplied
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 17th-19th January
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 17th-19th January. Video / MetService
Best seat to watch SailGP: Boys float on Auckland's harbour on picnic table
A group of spectators on a make-shift BBQ table fitted with floats and an outboard motor at the SailGP event 19 January 2025 on the Waitemata Harbour, Auckland Video / Ally Ford
Kim Kardashian reveals she's no longer single in The Kardashians trailer
The 44-year-old teased a new romance in a trailer for the latest season of The Kardashians. Video / Hulu
PM Christopher Luxon reveals Cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon reveals Cabinet reshuffle from Wellington. Video / NZ Herald
Fisherman surprised by whale shark on jetski
A fisherman was surprised by a whale shark whilst out on the water on his jetski. Video / Supplied
Sir Russell Coutts speaks to Newstalk ZB on the Auckland SailGP
Sir Russell Coutts spoke to Newstalk ZB about the Auckland Sail GP and his future plans for the event. Video / NZ Herald
Donald Trump's inauguration speech
Donald Trump delivered the speech after his inauguration as 47th President of the United States. Video / JCCIC
Watch: Firefighters battling large blaze on Mangere Mountain overnight.
Fire crews have contained a large blaze that broke out on Mangere Mountain last night. Video / NZ Herald
Interview with country star Mitchell Tenpenny ahead of his Eden Park debut
Nashville native Mitchell Tenpenny speaks to the Herald about the influence of country music and his journey before opening for Luke Combs. Video / Alex Burton
Crispy tofu salad
Try this crispy tofu salad for an office lunch that definitely isn’t boring. Video / Fresh Media
'It's escalated': Fire tears through house in rural Taranaki
Firefighters from five stations scrambled to the blaze on the outskirts of Inglewood about 5.30pm. Video / Hamish Hemi
Peter Burling discusses SailGP in Auckland with Newstalk ZB
Peter Burling talks about SailGP, boat speeds, and navigating a crowded course with 12 boats. Video / Dean Purcell
Large fire at former Centrepoint commune in Albany, Auckland
Firefighters were called to a large fire overnight at the former Centrepoint commune in the Auckland suburb of Albany. Video / NZ Herald
Inside the fight against smuggling at New Zealand's largest port
How New Zealand Customs uses intelligence and technology to battle rising drug smuggling at the Port of Tauranga. Video / Mike Scott
Waldorf salad with a twist
Turn a traditional Waldorf salad into a more substantial dish with this twist on the classic. Video / Fresh Media
Anna Lorck: From Government MP to wellness guru
More than a year after a painful election night defeat, ex-Government MP Anna Lorck is entering the mind and body wellness industry.