Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith announcement to introduce legislation on a four-year Parliamentary term, subject to a referendum. Video / Dean Purcell
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NZ Government Proposes Shift to Four-Year Parliamentary Term
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith announcement to introduce legislation on a four-year Parliamentary term, subject to a referendum. Video / Dean Purcell
Paul Goldsmith speaks to media about a new citizens' arrest initiative
Minister for Justice Paul Goldsmith spoke to media about a new initiative that plans to ease laws around citizens’ arrests. Video / Dean Purcell
Texas measles outbreak surges to 124 cases
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Bungling burglar busted after dropping into supermarket
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Winston Peters discusses Chinas live firing exercises
Winston Peters called China's lack of notice before a naval live-fire exercise in the Tasman Sea a “failure” in the NZ-China relationship.
Galway St cordoned off after large brawl
Detectives are at the scene following a large fight among a group of men on Galway St in Auckland CBD, which resulted in one male suffering serious injuries.
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New Zealand's new deal with Vietnam, citizen arrest laws to be eased and international tourist spending on the rise.
Civil Aviation Authority review into workplace culture reveals bullying, leadership issues
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Liz Mitchell: where's there's wool, there's a way
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Roger Tuivasa-Sheck speaks as Warriors prepare for Las Vegas season-opener
The 31-year-old will return to the wing after spending 2024 at centre. Video / Michael Burgess
NZ Herald Live: David Seymour makes announcement on charter schools
Associate Minister of Education David Seymour announced today that round two of the charter school application process is open.
Treaty Principles Bill: Dame Anne Salmond, Annette Sykes condemn bill
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NZ Herald Live: Paul Goldsmith makes retail crime announcement
Paul Goldsmith Minister of Justice and Nicole McKee Associate Minister of Justice make retail crime announcement
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Green Party Co-leaders Marama Davidson and Chlöe Swarbrick will deliver their State of the Planet kōrero
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American teen arrested after newborn thrown from Paris hotel window
American woman, 18, arrested in Paris for allegedly throwing newborn from hotel window, faces life in prison for homicide charges.
Hackers air AI video targeted at Donald Trump and Elon Musk
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Bridge collapses in Korea killing four construction workers
A bridge collapsed in Korea this morning killing four construction workers and injuring seven others.
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Reduction in ram raids and concern over opioid use in the workplace | NZ Herald News Update
Reduction in ram raids, Christopher Luxon arrives in Hanoi and concern over opioid use in the workplace. | NZ Herald News Update
Kea Kids News: Real life PAW Patrol!
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Council and AT respond to mayor's concerns about roadworks
Council and AT say the roadworks are for a temporary cycleway and bus stop outside SkyCity. Video / Michael Craig
Watch: Meghan Markle's makes an homage to Princess Diana on Instagram
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Lord of the Rings actor Bruce Hopkins will do 69 backflips for 69th birthday fundraiser.
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UN votes on competing Ukraine resolutions as war enters fourth year
The UN voted on competing Ukraine resolutions as US policy shifts, sparking tensions with European allies and Ukraine's Zelenskyy.
Hamas pauses all negotiations with Israel
Hamas has suspended all negotiations with Israel after Tel Aviv blocked the release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners despite Hamas freeing hostages.
Tourist arrested at Thai airport when 'cocaine falls from his pockets during tantrum'
A bungling British tourist lost his cool while going through airport security - before throwing a tantrum which allegedly caused cocaine to fall from his pocket.
Legendary singer Roberta Flack dies at 88
Roberta Flack, the legendary singer known for her heartfelt ballads, has died at 88.
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Lake Rotokākahi protest as Tarawera sewerage project restarts
Arrests have been made as work on a controversial pipeline resumed at a tapu Rotorua lake overnight. Video / Protect Rotokakahi
Pope Francis battle and “Outdated laws need to be looked at” | NZ Herald News Update
C: Pope Francis battles illness, childcare centres attendance rises and “outdated laws need to be looked at”.
Kea Kids News: Trolley fever sweeps Auckland as gumboots, cavemen, and moa race for glory
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See inside NZ’s biggest new supermarket: $100m Pak’nSave Highland Park
Pak’nSave Highland Park is set to open on Tuesday morning. Video / Cameron Pitney
First look inside Auckland Temple
The new Latter-day Saints (Mormon) temple is opening to public tours for the first time. Video / John Weekes, Supplied
NZ Herald Live: PM Luxon to be questioned on Bayly staff incident, makes policing announcement
Christopher Luxon, Police Minister Mark Mitchell, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith, and Police Commissioner Richard Chambers speak to the media
NZ Herald Live: National MP Andrew Bayly resigning
PM accepts Andrew Bayly’s resignation as a Minister following an incident involving a staff member last week.
Man throws glass at Takapuna restaurant owner
The man became aggressive with staff at El Humero before throwing a glass at the restaurant owner when he intervened. Video / Supplied