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Winston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' address
Winston Peters speaks to the media following his 'State of the Nation' address in Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald
Surfers encounter orca off Mount Maunganui beach
Two surfers were treated to a friendly encounter with a pod of orcas off Arataki Beach on Sunday morning. Video / Andy Morris
Armed police closed Auckland highway after gunshots fired
Two people have been arrested after armed police responded to reports of gunshots at a rural property near Warkworth. Video / NZ Herald
Winston Peters delivers State of the Nation address
NZ First leader Winston Peters delivers his state of the nation address from Christchurch. Video / NZ Herald
New Plymouth street fight leads to woman being ploughed by vehicle
Tracey Castle has been found guilty of intentionally driving her vehicle into Sarahphine Hoyle, leaving her with extensive injuries requiring multiple surgeries. Video / Supplied
Homicide in Featherston, Israel and Lebanon resume rocket strikes | NZ Herald News Update
Homicide investigation underway in Featherston. Israel and Lebanon resume rocket strikes. Pope Francis to be discharged from hospital. Video / NZ Herald
Security stop man from playing public piano in downtown Auckland
An Auckland Transport staffer asks a man to stop playing the piano at Auckland's Britomart train station. Video / @jonchristie via TikTok
Te Taumata o Kupe - Episode 4
Te Taumata o Kupe at Mahurehure Marae blends storytelling with innovative design, honoring Kupe’s legacy showcasing Mātauranga Māori and celestial navigation. Video / Faultline
Lawson performs risky overtake in F1 race
Lawson performs risky overtake in F1 race. Video / Sky Sport
Gary Newman sentencing
Marty Wood's family speak prior to sentencing in the Christchurch District Court. Video / Al Williams
Time capsule discovered hidden in North Shore bungalow
A time capsule, buried 25 years ago during a bathroom renovation, has been unearthed. Video / Corey Fleming
Car fire in Mt Wellington, Auckland
A car on fire was spotted on Waipuna Rd, Mt Wellington. It has since been put out by emergency crews. Video / Kal-El Bernard
Heathrow Airport on fire, Western Springs Speedway revs up for a final lap | NZ Herald News Update
Heathrow Airport is closed due to a fire breaking out. PM Luxon has touched back down on home soil after a productive trip to India. Western Springs Speedway closes its doors.
Dancing Through Decades: Neil Ieremia & Black Grace's 30-Year Journey
Neil Ieremia, founder of Black Grace dance company on their 30th anniversary. Video / Dean Purcell
Weed boat in action in Hawke's Bay
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council catchment worker and weed boat driver Rodger Shaw clearing the Tutaekuri-Waimate Stream.
Meet New Zealand's 11-week-old guide dog recruits
Meet New Zealand's 11-week-old guide dog recruits going through the first steps of their training programme. Video / Alyse Wright
What goes into training a guide dog in New Zealand?
Take a look behind the scenes of the training process for New Zealand guide dogs. Video / Alyse Wright
Auckland motorway mayhem: Speedster’s terrifying videos of 200km/h joyrides
A young boy has posted several videos of himself online driving more than 200km/h, weaving through traffic on Auckland’s motorways. Video / Supplied
Kiwi TV icon Jason Gunn's heartfelt message to supporters
Gunn was going for a colonoscopy at the hospital and spoke of his nerves and his preparation. Video / Supplied
Markets with Madison: Private equity’s opportunity
Pacific Equity Partners went on an A$5 billion business buying spree before Christmas. Its managing director explains the big opportunity ahead for private equity firms.
New Zealand out of recession and Napier Health's overnight care continues | NZ Herald News Update
New Zealand is now out of recession and Napier Health's in-person overnight care will continue following backlash over proposed cuts. Video / NZ Herald, Getty
Carlos Ulberg out to secure UFC title shot against Jan Blachowicz
Carlos Ulberg will meet No 3-ranked light heavyweight Jan Blachowicz in the co-main event at UFC London on Sunday.
NZ to India direct flights and Trump and Zelenskyy speak about ceasefire | NZ Herald News Update
Direct flights connecting New Zealand to India could be in place as early as 2028 and a fresh search for Malaysian Airlines MH370 wreckage has been approved. Video / NZ Herald
Kiwi runner Sam Ruthe becomes youngest ever to break four-minute mile
New Zealand’s middle-distance prodigy Sam Ruthe has become the youngest person in history to break the four-minute-mile barrier. Video / Athletics NZ, Tyron Lagerwall
New Auckland stadium proposed in Western Springs redevelopment
A computer-generated artist impression shows the proposed redevelopment of Western Springs Stadium.
Gang fights at gym caught on camera
Video supplied to the Herald shows gang members bare fist fighting at a boxing gym. Video / Supplied
Kea Kids: Spider-Man turns the Blues red
Reporter Theo is training with The Blues, where he learns the spidey super powers they’re taking to Marvel-themed Super Rugby Pacific.
Inside the Rovers: Teen’s Dream
US scholarship and going pro fuel desire of young footballing hopeful Ethan Spence. Video / Neil Reid
Large blaze overnight contained to commercial office block, East Auckland.
Forty-five firefighters were called to an office block on fire on Ra Ora Drive, East Tamaki. Video / Hayden Woodward
Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli military attacks in Gaza will intensify
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel’s military campaign will continue in Gaza with increasing intensity.
Dramatic video captures splashdown after 9 months in space
Nasa astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams returned to Earth today, hitching a different ride home to close out a saga that began with a bungled test flight.
NZ Herald Live: Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks to the media
Winston Peters speaks to the media after he meets Marco Rubio in Washington DC.
The Ocean Race confirms return to New Zealand
The Ocean Race will return to New Zealand in 2027.
Winston Peters in Washington DC and negotiations over ceasefire continue | NZ Herald News Update
Winston Peters meets US Secretary of State in Washington DC and negotiations over the Russia-Ukraine ceasefire continue. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Lime Scooter collides with member of public
A video captured a Lime Scooter rider colliding with a member of the public in Auckland Central. Video / Supplied
Kea Kids News: These kids gave the Weet-Bix TRYathlon a go and you can too!
Reporter Macy-Jane is at the Nelson Weet-Bix TRYathlon, one of a series of events all over the country that have tamariki swimming, biking, and sprinting their way to a medal!
Auckland Airport runway getting a major overhaul
Auckland Airport needs to repair parts of the runway and nearby taxiways, and will build a new domestic jet terminal. Video / Auckland Airport
All Blacks Coach Scott Robertson and NZR CEO Mark Robinson speak to Newstalk ZB's Rugby Direct
The All Blacks Coach and NZR CEO joins Elliott Smith and Liam Napier in studio for an exclusive and wide ranging discussion of all the big rugby issues. Video / ZB