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Pope Francis is farewelled at a funeral ceremony in the Vatican's St. Peter's Square. Video / AFP
Thousands, including US President Donald Trump, Britain's Prince William and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, have gathered in the Vatican for Pope Francis' funeral.
North Shore residents have had their first glimpse of the devastation caused by the recent fire at the Abilities Group recycling plant on Hill Rd. Video / NZ Herald
Mourners turn out in huge numbers for Pope Francis. Fatal crash in Rotorua. Kremlin, US peace talks 'constructive'. Video / NZ Herald
Now based in Las Vegas, Kiwi comic Sam Wills is heading home for a special anniversary show.
Two firefighters had to be rescued last night after their aerial unit broke down, stranding them above the flames in a cloud of heavy smoke.
A man has been critically injured following a stabbing on Coburg St in Henderson Valley. Video / NZ Herald
Wendy's NZ owner Greg Flynn, chief executive and founder of Flynn Group, talks to Tom Raynel about the NZ business and his plans for growth in Australia. Video / Alyse Wright
Thousands have gathered for Anzac Day services around the country as Kiwis remember our fallen servicemen and women. Video / Cherie Howie / NZ Herald
The state-owned bank is raising $500m in a bid to beat big Australian-owned banks. Is a capital injection enough to make it competitive?
The company's brand ambassador is former Bachelor NZ star Art Green. Video / Ben Dickens / Carson Bluck
Helicopter crews film thick flames and black smoke from a Wairau Valley business on Auckland's North Shore.
Firefighters are responding to a significant fire at a commercial warehouse in Wairau Valley. Video / Dean Purcell / Inflite / Caleb Timms / Supplied
A 16-year-old has been charged with the murder of the American student who was fatally attacked at an Auckland bus stop on St Johns Rd over the weekend. Video / Dean Purcell
Taupō’s Louisa Redward plummeted down a cliff from a rope swing in Taupō’s Spa Thermal Park earlier this month.
Minister of Transport Chris Bishop speaks to the media. Video / NZ Herald
Banks stepping up their game in tackling scams, Winston Peters under sportlight after media comments and emotional conclusion to Podmore inquest.
100-year-old racer Les Harris leads a final lap from a ute, surrounded by family and fellow riders.
Reporter Finlay is flipping out with Azaria Tai, an 8-year-old gymnast who has already conquered the region. Up next, the world!
Police have closed half of Bowen Street in Wellington after a chemical-related incident . Video / Azaria Howell
Nienke and Chris Middleton speak outside Christchurch District Court after the conclusion of the inquest into the death of Olympian Olivia Podmore. Video / George Heard
Christopher Luxon has toured an army base in the west of England with UK counterpart Sir Keir Starmer ahead of talks in Downing Street. Video / Video Elephant
Muzza’s Pies, a Mt Albert pie shop, is shaking up the menu with a playful new addition that’s got tails wagging – “Cat Flavoured Dog Pies”. Video / Muzza's Pies
Privileges Committee members Judith Collins and Winston Peters react to three Te Pāti Māori MPs missing another appearance before the committee. Video / Adam Pearse
Northland Expressway announcement. Video / NZ Herald
Christopher Luxon visits Kiwi troops in the UK, NZ's economic recovery expected to be gradual and uneven and fears of more exclusion to gender minorities.
Dr Erik Monasterio spoke at the coronial inquest into the death of Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore in Christchurch District Court on April 22, 2025.
MetService National Weather Update: April 22 - April 26. Video / MetService
A special mass at St Patrick's cathedral was held to remember the passing of Pope Francis. Attendees gathered to pay their respects and celebrate his contributions to the church.
Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin will speak to media at the scene on St Johns Road.
The world has gathered in mourning after the passing of Pope Francis.
Proceedings in motion after Pope's death, a monthly snapshot not representative of police recruitment and concern of decline in teacher numbers.
A major new Foodstuffs supermarket is taking shape in Pt Chevalier, designed by Wingate Architects. Video \ Jason Dorday.
Reporter Penelope is at the Lost Dog Disco, a spectacular light and sound installation for people and their favourite four-legged friends to rock out.
A West Auckland family is reeling after a fire tore through their Henderson home on Sunday night, leaving them homeless - and uninsured. Video / Supplied
The Kiwi journalist was out for dinner with her fiancé and friends on Saturday when her car was sideswiped. Video / @wilshrimpton
Reporter Tom is at the Beach Hop with drifting legend Fanga Dan and Carter, a lucky local fan who gets to go for a fang.
Ex-tropical cyclone Tam continues to hit New Zealand. Frustration over alert systems in Auckland. Russia announces unexpected Easter truce with Ukraine. Video / NZ Herald