At least three people have so far needed medical attention after lollies found to contain 3 grams of methamphetamine were donated to, then distributed by the Auckland City Mission.
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Hostage situation in Te Atatu: Auckland police arrest man after assault
A police spokesman told the Herald they received a report a man was being held against his will at an address on Matipo Rd at 2.34pm. Caption: Video / Grant Routen
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis on the lower OCR
The Reserve Bank has cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%. It is the first cut since March 2020.
Lollies distributed in food parcels contain "potentially lethal levels" of meth
At least three people have so far needed medical attention after lollies found to contain 3 grams of methamphetamine were donated to, then distributed by the Auckland City Mission.
Ngāti Te Paea's whare was stolen from Parekawau Road
The land, which now only has the trailer left behind by the thieves, was leased from the Horowhenua District Council. Video / Grace Odlum
Dr Lester Levy and Mental Health Minister deliver speeches at Mental Health Summit in Auckland
Dr Lester Levy and Matt Doocey delivered speeches to the nib Health Innovators’ Summit, held at the Northern Club in downtown Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Olympic medallists return home
Dame Lisa Carrington, Finn Butcher, and Issac McHardie were among the athletes who arrived home today after New Zealand's most successful Olympics ever. Video / Cameron Pitney
Reserve Bank cuts Official Cash Rate to 5.25%
The Reserve Bank has cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%. It is the first cut since March 2020. Video / NZ Herald
'Don't gamble with our future' students protest school closure
Wellington Girls' College students hold a silent protest at Parliament over their earthquake-prone class block. Video / NZ Herald
Philip Polkinghorne murder trial: Pauline Hanna's friend gives evidence about strangulation threat
Victoria Pheasant Riordan puts hands around her neck as she recounts Pauline Hanna's description of strangulation threat from Philip Polkinghorne.
Dame Claudia Orange reflects on the past and the present of the Treaty of Waitangi
Dame Claudia Orange reflects on the past and the present of the Treaty of Waitangi. Video / NZ Herald
All Blacks reflect on what went wrong against the Pumas
All Blacks Sam Darry, Will Jordan and Cortez Ratima speak about their shortcomings against Argentina and their preparation for this weekend's game. Video / Dean Purcell
OCR explained: What can we expect?
It’s been called the "economists' super bowl", so will tomorrow’s OCR announcement and monetary policy statement deliver a touchdown, and what will it mean for you?
Retirement village residents upcycle bikes for Christmas
Carlo Lumapas began teaching residents at Arvida Glenbrae to upcycle rubbished bikes aiming to give them to children who can't afford them this Christmas. Video / Aleyna Martinez
Focus: Government announces end to restrictions on gene technology
Prime Minister Chris Luxon and Minister Judith Collins announced that the Government will end restrictions on gene technology. Video / Jason Oxenham
Police end standoff and Labour slams benefit sanctions| Focus Morning Bulletin August 13
Police end a fifteen-hour standoff, tragic end to search for five-year-old boy and fears for New Zealand's construction industry. Video / NZ Herald / Getty
Three-home development looks like one from the outside
The owner of the G.J. Gardner Manukau franchise, which includes the isthmus, tells how a showhome at 45 Campbell Rd is a new take on medium-density development. Video / Jason O
Why apartment developer Williams Corporation shrank its Christchurch HQ offices
Matthew Horncastle of Williams tells us why apartment developer Williams Corporation shrank its Christchurch HQ offices. Video / WC
Philip Polkinghorne murder trial: Pauline Hanna’s niece gives evidence
Pauline Hanna’s niece tells court her aunt wanted to leave Philip Polkinghorne, as murder trial continues.
Suspected hostage situation in Nelson
Schools and a hospital are in lockdown and residents have been told to stay away while police respond to a suspected hostage situation in Nelson. Video / Tim Cuff
'Gone Fishing' murder case heads to Court of Appeal
Convicted killers Gail Maney and Stephen Stone head to court 35 years after disappearance of Deane-Fuller-Sandys. Video / NZHerald
IT ENDS WITH US - Official Trailer (HD)
"IT ENDS WITH US" follows Lily Bloom (Blake Lively) as she faces love and trauma in Boston, torn between neurosurgeon Ryle and ex Atlas. Video / Sony Pictures Entertainment
Search efforts for 5-year-old boy Kaizer at Tiniroto near Gisborne
Search and Rescue dogs have been brought in to search for a missing 5-year-old autistic boy in Gisborne who is believed to have gone missing at 2.15pm yesterday. Video / Gizzy Live
MetService Severe Weather: 12th August
MetService Severe Weather: 12th August. Video / Metservice
From solo sensation to team titan: Dame Lisa Carrington solidifies her legacy in Paris
Dame Lisa Carrington’s feats in Paris have added a new chapter to her already incredible legacy. Video / NZ Herald
Simeon Brown discusses 'time of use' charges to ease congestion
Transport Minister Simeon Brown announced that the government has agreed to policy settings that will allow time of use schemes to be proposed. Video / NZ Herald
NZ makes history and calls for tougher policies | Focus Morning Bulletin August 12
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, NZ’s history-making Olympics, ChCh cathedral blow for businesses and Wellington’s slow economic recovery.
The Prince and Princess of Wales and Snoop Dogg congratulate Team GB
Stars come together to congratulate Olympians in X video. Video / X
Dame Lisa Carrington and Alicia Hoskin reflect on historic Paris Games
The pair haven't stopped smiling after winning back-to-back Olympic golds. Video / Chereè Kinnear
Markets with Madison: Earnings expectations
Real economic pain is set to show up in company earnings reports this season. Video / Alyse Wright
Auckland at risk says new report
Auckland is falling behind other similar cities and needs to “shift gear” or it will not prosper. Video / Jason Oxenham
Persistent dumping on Mt Ngongotahā in Rotorua
Be a Tidy Kiwi's new ambassador Kiri Danielle has been cleaning up the maunga for 12 years.
House of travel boss talks about the latest travel trends
New House of Travel boss Dave Coombes on what's coming up for travel. Video / Corey
Hamish Kerr claims gold in historic high jump showdown
Micheal Burgess reviews the tense high jump final that saw Hamish Kerr take home the gold medal for NZ. Video / NZ Herald
Looking back at the All Blacks' loss, and on to next week
Elliott Smith and Liam Napier review the All Blacks' rugby test loss to Argentina last night, and look ahead to next week's clash at Eden Park. Video / Mark Mitchell
Drone footage of White Island in Level 3
The Volcanic Alert Level has been raised to Level 3 at White Island following minor eruptions on Friday and Sunday. Video / Geoff Mackley, youtube.com/@geoffmackley
Paris Olympics: Hamish Kerr on winning gold, jump offs and victory laps
Hamish Kerr opens up after winning gold at the Paris Olympics. Video / Chereè Kinnear
Lydia Ko reveals Paris Games to be her last Olympics
Lydia Ko made history on day 15 of the Games before confirming it would be her last time wearing the Olympic rings. Video / NZ Herald
Focus: Scott Robertson speaks to the media after Argentina match
All blacks coach Scott Robertson speaks to the media in Wellington following a historic loss to Argentina. Video / NZ Herald